Pro football draft talk after college titles in 1941 season
A New York observer lists likely pro picks for the 1941 season. He ranks John Kimbrough, Harmon, and upcoming stars like Wat fellow Stand Jee and Scott of Ohio State among top choices. He notes Allerdice and Drakes as top passers and linesmen, and forecasts two new NFL teams in Boston and Cincinnati.
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Durable Aggies and Rice Set for Conference Showdown
Texas A M and Rice approach their Saturday clash in College Station as full-strength rosters. The Aggies, hot from a win over Southern Methodist, expect to keep gains with key players returning. Rice welcomes back Billy Heard and Bob Smith, while other injuries cloud lines for SMU, TCU, and Baylor as the Southwest Conference title race tightens.
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Shaughnessy Playoff Plan Faces Scrutiny In Minor Leagues
Harold Scherwitz notes rising tension over the Shaughnessy post season method as the minor leagues weigh changes at their Atlanta meeting. He cites Houston and Dallas disputes, possible ruling that post season winner is not league champion, and how such moves could undercut attendance and revenues in key markets while preserving some towns’ interest in baseball.
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Split Season Debate Over Shaughnessy in Baseball Circles
The Sporting News discusses a substitute for Shaughnessy as many leagues face a split season issue. Critics say the old split season fails to sustain fan interest and crowd appeal, urging a top-placed pennant and a four-club Shaughnessy series to crown the Dixie Series representative.
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McManus Likely to Return as Browns Manager Say Deord
The St Louis flash reports Bill Deord stating no reason to doubt Monty McManus will remain with the Browns. Deord says McManus would like to return as manager of the Missions in San Antonio next year, with DeWitt on hand, though no firm decision has been made for 1941.
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Norton Credited For Aggies Injury Management
The piece argues Homer Norton deserves credit for Texas A M's success due to his injury management and smart substitutions. It notes critics acknowledge his impact in keeping players healthy and ready, contrasting with praise for other coaches. It mentions the controversy over credit shifting to assistants and players.
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Stanford
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Forte Nears Bantamweight Title After Archibald Win
Philadelphia reports Forte, the 119 pounder, won a six round decision over Joey Archibald at the Arena marking his second straight victory. Caplin, Salica’s manager, said Forte would likely meet Salica for the title and listed possible challengers including Betsey Galdberg in Detroit and Johnny Duliano in Paterson.
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Creighton Freshman Football Player Dies in Accident
In Omaha, Kansas City freshman Blanney Gyhel, 17, died from a bullet wound in an accidental shooting. Frank Simon, 20, Chicago, claimed the pistol was unloaded while it was being examined during a dorm gabfest with Cyrel and other teammates. Deputy County Attorney Rudolph Tesar ruled the death accidental after questioning the youths.
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Higbe's Purchase Proves Dodgers Ready to Spend
Lubbock Texas Tech defeated Centenary 26-6 to extend an undefeated run and set up a meeting with Wake Forest. Texas Tech found power in the second half, getting three touchdowns from Hill Webster and Austin, with McKnight and Tillery adding points. Barnes scored Centenary’s lone extra point.
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City Basket Ball Leaguers to Meet
A meeting of the Ally saRkeT Ball league will be held Tuesday night at the M. C. A. beginning at 7:30 P.M. All managers intending to enter teams in the circuit are urged to attend. Those with ready teams include Station Hospital, the reigning champion, A. Z. A. fratars, aity, Twelfth Wield artillery and Westminster Presbyterian.
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Two Perfect Records Fall in New Britain and Montclair Loss
The New Britain Teachers college football team’s two year undefeated streak ended as Montclair College shut them out 19 to 1 in the final game of the season. Canisius College then toppled Long Island University, defeating them 14 to 0 before a 17,079 crowd, with key plays including a kickoff return and a decisive touchdown drive.
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Yankees Deal Hanging Fire Advances Slowly
Byron Clark for the Yankees said he awaits final terms as a syndicate led by former Postmaster General James A. Farley prepares to complete the purchase. Farley in Cleveland noted announcements must come from the Ruppers heirs or current owners, with details still unsettled.
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Fern Bell Bests Baseball Golfers for Coast Title
Fern Bell, outfielder for the PM Huisburgh Pirates, won the Pacific Coast baseball golfers tournament in Long Beach California. He defeated Bill Knickerbocker of the New York Yankees in the 18 hole final by 2 and 1 with an even par score. Seventeen players competed over four days.
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Dodgers Spend Big As They Bolster Righthander Stock
New York reports Brooklyn owner Larry MacPhail has become baseballs freest spender by purchasing pitcher Kirby Higbe from the Phillies along with other assets. The total outlay nears $150,000 with cash and players sent to Philadelphia and past deals cited as context. Higbe’s salary demands and prior career moves are noted as potential impacts on the pennant race.
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Eleven Cyclists Awake as Wind Roars in Chicago Race
A strong gale battered the Chicago Stadium during a six day bicycle race. Eleven riders slept while partners pedaled, then leaped to the windows as a roof rattle tore a 60 by 20 foot pane from the west end, blowing debris across the street. The windstorm turned Chicago into the windy city.
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