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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1944
Page
14
George Kuss establishes a new scoring mark in a local court game as the event highlights key performances by Kuss and observers note nearby teams and players. The report hints at a broader competition setting with officials and attendees recorded in attendance.
The fragmented article references Naval service assignments, Syracuse Chiefs players facing draft calls, and war impact on baseball and basketball. It notes Paul Martineau’s Navy assignment, potential changes in team rosters, and a Rosary Hiz School versus Camillus high school basketball clash likely to draw 3,200 fans amid wartime staffing losses.
Jack Sharkey lauds Marc Cerdan of the French Navy as a world class welterweight after a three month tour through Italian combat regions and North Africa. He notes Cerdan led a strong group of fighters during the Algiers international service tournament and predicts wartime boxers will reshape the sport.
Newsom from Harteville South Carolina traveled to discuss a potential baseball contract with Connie Mack. He indicated uncertainty about playing baseball this summer and declined to commit to any business proposition. Louis Nepson also failed to reach agreement with the Philadelphia Athletics after a three hour meeting with Mack and did not disclose the reason for the setback.
Beau Jack and Bob Montgomery collide in a rubber third bout for the New York lightweight title at Madison Square Garden with about 18 000 fans expected. Beau Jack favored 2-1 as the rivals seek the right to meet Sammy Angell on March 31 for the world lightweight championship.
Ned Day leads top bowlers in a testimonial exhibition in Chicago tomorrow night. The singles and doubles show honors Vern Anderson, once unknown but who rose to keg ling fame last season after beating several leading shooters. He cannot compete this season due to illness.
The Chicaso Slackhawks moved into a third place tie with the Toronto Maple Leafs in the zonal Hockey League standings after a 4-2 victory over the Boston Bruins in Chicago. The win, aided by a four-goal presence, tightens the playoff race as Detroit beat New York 6-5 and upcoming clashes set the stage for key matchups.
The Central Empire State five man handicap bowling tournament begins tomorrow at the Syracuse Bowling Center with 30 teams and 3977.50 in prizes. Competition spans three weekends starting Saturday and Sunday, with renewals on March 11 12 18 and 19.
Central and Vocational finish tied for first in the Syracuse City League. Central meets Auburn tonight while Vocational’s Dan Campi heads to the Navy. Fear doubts Vocational can reach the title, but if invited to Little Falls tournament on March 16 17 19, Blodgetts may attend.
Elbridge defeated First Baptist 51 38 to win the Senior Church League playoffs in two straight games. Bill Austin scored 17 points to lead the winning attack as Elbridge took the title.
The piece notes Col. Matt Winn eyeing a large Derby field with 75 000 added. It cites Stir Up Director J E Pensive and Olympic Zenith as nominees. Arcaro rides Stir Up while debating Devil Diver versus Shut Out in a示. It recalls Whirlaway and Count Fleet eras and hints at winter book interest and Derby history.
Seven horses are entered for the $25,000 Widener Handicap at Hialeah Park, a mile and 2¼ race to close the meet. Sun Again Four Freedoms Marriage Eurasian Bolingbrook and First Fiddle are the contenders with recent stakes wins backing their chances.
Canisius joins Bowling Green and Canisius in the national invitational basketball tournament lineup set for March 16-20 and 22-26 at Madison Square Garden. Other contestants include Oklahoma A and M Kentucky Utah DePaul St John’s of Brooklyn and Muhlenberg. The eight team field holds a combined record of 141 wins and 24 losses, with only 15 defeats by non-participating teams.
Chicago reports two more signings for 1944 with pitcher Al Epperly from San Francisco and Cass Swietniewski from Detroit sandlots who appeared in two games at third base for the Sox last summer.
Hoffmans co D Giants defeat Syracuse University Army Specialized Training Program intramural team 66 64 in overtime at Eastwood High School. Jack Murphy's tap in secured the winning points after regulation tied the score and final totals show both sides reach 66.
Buffalo trailed Hershey by three points as the AHL race heads to a two week stretch drive. The Bisons finally beat Indianapolis 7 2, keeping hope alive with Hershey holding a three point lead and six games remaining. Buffalo’s next schedule includes visits to Cleveland on March 15 after setbacks.
Alsab owner Al Sabbath announced the standout horse will not run in Florida this season. The trainer cited veterinary concerns after Hialeah Park officials ruled Alsab lame and scratched him from a $25,000 Widener Handicap, with plans to focus on eastern stake races.
Christian Brothers Academy beat Nottingham 67 35 in the Syracuse City League final game. Dennis Owens and Norbb King led CBA with 20 points each while Jim Foster scored 18 for Nottingham on the Charles Angren School court.
Jimmy Orlando, once a Detroit Red Wings defenseman, enlisted in the Canadian Army in Montreal. He had been living with his father after appealing a jail sentence for evading U.S. draft law.
Jimmy Foxx announced retirement from baseball and Joe Gordon slated to play first base for the Yankees a few years after.
Notre Dame will be without head coach Ed Krause who entered the Marine Corps and acting captain Bernie Patledge and Marko Todorovici are among 19 Irish players transferred by the Navy this week. Wally Ziemba will coach the team tonight against Camp Grant to close the schedule.
New York March 3 1944 Brooklyn Dodgers roster shows a 30 man squad against the 28 man quota. The list includes 12 pitchers 6 infielders 8 outfielders and 4 catchers with six not wearing Brooklyn uniforms last season. Seven are 4-F with four over age and two discharged from service.
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