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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1946
Page
9
A reflective piece on Christmas cards as a bridge to past friends across continents and years. The writer recalls envelopes from neighbors, colleagues, soldiers, and coaches, some now distant or changed, highlighting how Yuletide greetings evoke shared memories and enduring connections.
Henry Andrews, famed pigeon fancier and boxing glove expert, creates a standout Christmas card featuring a pigeon rather than favored Great Northern Pike. The tale recalls a cold Nov 5 fishing trip, a Great Northern mishap, and Henry’s insistence on using a pigeon image to celebrate his passions.
Jerry Rizzo of the Syracuse Nationals leads the National Basketball League scoring race by one point over Arnold Risen of the Indianapolis Kautskys after weekly figures show 185 to 184. Risen’s per game average, boosted by fewer appearances, stands at 14.1 across 13 games, while Rizzo has played 16 games. Rochester and Indianapolis top the Eastern and Western Divisions respectively.
In the American League Elizabeth beat Philadelphia 67 to 58 while Troy posted a 65 to unknown result over Trenton. In the National League Detroit won 74 to 73 in overtime over Youngstown. New York State League action saw Mohawk 90 over Gloversville 65 and other scores including Ge Stor a Springs 61 Troy 48 Albany 68 and Schenectady 68.
University of Utah Redskins crushed Hawaii All-Stars 40 to 6 before 6000 fans. Utah dominated with a potent running attack, while Hawaii added a late passing drive. Moroni Medicos returned a kickoff 90 yards for Hawaii’s lone score in the third period.
Lanky Willard Rice led the Albany Senators to a 68 to 58 win over the Schenectady Comets in a New York State Professional Basketball League game. Albany seized the early lead and held on throughout the night.
In Melbourne Ted Schroeder and John Kramer of California won opening singles for the United States in Davis Cup play, defeating Australia’s Dinny Pails and Ambidextrous Bromwich in tight battles. Schroeder edged Bromwich after losing a set, while Kramer defeated Pails in straight sets as the Americans take an early two wins.
K A O Connor's Statesman, a four year old gelding, is favored to start in the doubles event after winning the De Soto Handicap Saturday and the Christmas Handicap at Tropical. He nosed Mrs Tilyou Christopher's Bel Reigh in the mile and a sixteenth feature, with Crack Reward finishing third. The winner was timed in 4:45:25 and paid backers $6.10 for $2.
Dodgers publicity notes three rookies moving up from the Brooklyn farms Johnny Van Cuyk Boris Woyt and Mary Rackley would be worth 200000 in the open market Catcher Bruce Edwards received a bonus car first to get deliveries Henry Baker Princeton hockey candidate But won t play This season at Baker rink Lehigh athletics family stories include multiple Jones siblings and Eriksens on teams Dutch Garfinkle sale marked first inter league cage trade Clyda Lindsey Louisiana State end to wed four days before Cotton Bowl with team mates contributing cotton bales as gifts
New York INS reports the National Junior and Boys Indoor Tennis championships begin a week of play with nearly 100 top junior players. Top juniors include Hugh Stewart Fort Belvoir Var Leonard Steiner Sidney Schwartz and MacDonald Mathey. In the boys division are Gil Bagley Keston Deimling Phil Maloney Ted Jax and Richard Squires. Stewart the top seed and defending national scholastic champion is favored to win as the event opens with eliminations.
Miami jockey Little Joe Sneller, 18, won his first stake at Tropical Park in Darby Dimonton’s inaugural handicap. He now leads Coral Gables plant with 13 winners, forging ahead of Don Padgett after riding Portward in a six furlong race. Ronnie McPhee and Merritt Buxton tie for third with 11 winners.
Ted Schroeder, America’s No. 2, defeated Australia’s John Bromwich in the opening Davis Cup match. The American duo Schroeder and John Kramer scored victories as the touring Americans enjoyed a humorous mood while Australia faced a grim outlook ahead of tomorrow’s doubles and Saturday singles.
Howie Pollet of the St. Louis Cardinals led the National League with a 2.10 ERA for players with at least 10 complete games, while Dave Koslo of the Giants allowed a league-high 251 hits and 107 earned runs. Other leaders include Sain with 24 complete games and Brecheen among top relievers.
Hockey scores listed by league and region include New York 2 Montreal 0 and Toronto 2 Detroit 1. Other finals show Chicago 6 Boston 3 Cleveland 7 Springfield 2 Hershey 7 Philadelphia 3 Buffalo 1 St Louis 1 Pittsburgh 3 Indianapolis 2 Providence 8 New Haven 3 Minneapolis 6 Dallas 4 Kansas City 7 Paul 47 Fort Worth 7 Tulsa 6 East Boston 8 New York 6 Pacific Coast Fresno 3 Hollywood 2 Vancouver 2 San Diego 1
Syracuse hosts a two game championship series between unbeaten Camillus and Solvay in the western division. The teams plan to meet January 10 and February 11 at the Armory, moving away from small gyms to attract up to 5 000 fans. Both squads won last season titles as Solvay led the western section and Camillus captured the sectional playoff and the Section III open title.
The Troy Celtics of the American Professional Basketball League beat Ton ton 68-51 last night under new coach Davey Banks former Chicago Gears coach. Banks replaced Sam Winograd who was released a week ago. Banks previously led the Original Celtics from 1926 to 1942.
Syracuse travels to Youngstown for a pivotal East Division game as both teams chase the cellar and aim to rebound from recent form. Syracuse seeks a third straight road win while Youngstown, a half game back, looks to halt a slide after losses to Detroit and a late overtime setback. Coach Benny Bergman leads Syracuse with players including Jerry Rizzo and Mike Novak among others.
Toronto Maple Leafs extended their top spot in the league with a 2 1/2 game edge as Detroit fans rioted after Lindsay's disallowed goal late in the clash. Montreal fell to the Rangers 2 0 in New York, the Rangers posting their first shutout of the season. In Boston, Chicago defeated the Bruins 5 3 as Gee and Kaleta scored twice.
Mickey Harris , the Red Sox southpaw, spoke at the Troy Amateur Baseball League winner ceremony. Marcus Filey , a former Albany pitcher in the Eastern League, also spoke. A trophy donated by Johnny Evers was given for the league's most valuable player.
New York State schoolboys seek sanction to compete in the Penn Relays and other major meets including the A A A indoor track and Eastern Lawn Tennis tournament. The NYSPHSAA held a meeting at the Onondaga Hotel Roof Garden to discuss approvals and eligibility rules with a central committee listing ten section representatives.
Bowling tips describe grip variations from two to three fingers. Frankie Benkovic uses a two finger grip with overlapping fingers for hook turning while Russ Gersonde and Buddy Bomar adopt other finger overlaps. The article promotes a full finger spread for all, especially women and men with small hands, to ensure balanced weight and gradual spin.
The holiday program in Florida drew 16,137 attendees, surpassing the Tropical mark of 15,168 from January 2, 1939. The day generated $798,363 in handle, a new meeting record, exceeding last Saturday's $660,375.
Honolulu sports editor Red McQueen predicts Joe Ver duced of San Francisco high school will be named to succeed Frank Wickhorst as California head coach. He cites Stanford coach Marchie Schwartz backing the move. McQueen also suggests a pact with the PCC runner-up for the Pineapple Bowl game on New Year's Day in Honolulu.
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