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Newspaper
Sterling Script
Location
Sterling, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1945
Page
3
On Friday night November 2 the Sterling Golden Warriors defeated Mendota 39 to 7 on the Mendota field. Sterling built a 26 point lead by halftime and added a late score as they closed the season unbeaten under Coach Mitchell.
On Friday night November 9 the physical education classes of 8. H. 8. presented their second annual demonstration before a large audience. The program featured boxing wrestling calisthenics and demonstrations by Cedar Rapids visitors and our own students. The entire event was interesting and thoroughly enjoyed.
Chester A. Tobin spoke to the student body addressing leadership in world affairs. He noted his pioneering work in Turkey as athletics director and urged the United States to lead, urging young Americans to seize opportunities in China's postwar plans and personal development.
Sterling raced to a 39 7 victory over Mendota after a series of drives highlighted by Keiser 77 yard dash and a Wolf to Robinson connection for extra points. Mendota fought to the Sterling 26 late before an incomplete pass ended the game.
The Warriors finished an undefeated season with a 283 point total the second highest in the state. Basketball practice started recently with Frosh Sophs under Chester Sherman beginning Monday November 5th and varsity a week later. Mitchell returns several lettermen and many Junior Varsity players ready to build the new team. Sterling football will lose many players next year including Linton Wolf Keiser Gould Melchi Hoffman Foulds Robinson Schuneman Deem Untersucher Gaumer Zellar Hay Wolker VanHorn DeVoe. Congratulations fellows on a job well done.
A toast hails the Township Warriors and Sterling Golden Warriors for an unbeaten season led by their coach. The verse celebrates the best eleven who dominated the gridiron with flawless records and enduring cheers.
The G A A organized a Down on the Farm play day at the coliseum with divisions into turkey, black cat, cow, rabbit, sheep, and rooster teams. Activities included bowling, volleyball, minton, and darts with dessert provided by the G A A. The black cat team won the day as winners were noted by Virginia Haugen and others guiding preparations and volunteers assisting.
Friday night October 26 the undefeated Bernie Mitchell Warriors continued their winning streak with a 32 to 7 victory over Dixon. Sterling threatened early, with Linton and Wolf driving for yardage and Keiser’s interception stalling Dixon, while Shultz and McDonald injuries marked the toll as Sterling led 19 0 by halftime.
Sterling Township's undefeated Warriors held a catfish dinner on Wednesday night at the Vet's hall. After the meal the team presented Coach Mitchell with a gold basketball and chain in appreciation of his work. Dancing followed and the football team hopes to make it an annual affair.
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