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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1931
Page
12
Reader letters debate Elyria Crimson Flashes strength and Lake Erie league prospects. Critics note past non league success hid weak league showings, while Lakewood Saturday is seen as the real measure. The writer disputes recent ties and calls for a decisive Lake Erie test.
The Elks took three straight games from the Aces at Knights of Columbus alleys while Knights of Columbus edged Engiles two games to one. The night mixed with election talk leaving some teams distracted and upcoming Friday slated matches feature American Legion versus Chronicle-Telegram and State Highway against the Moose quintet.
Christopher Battalino of Hartford world featherweight champion defends title against Ward Mastro of Chicago in a 10 round bout at the Chicago Stadium. Battalino makes his fourth defense after winning the title from France’s Andre Ronty in 1929. odds were 6-5 in his favor with about 15,600 expected and around 42,500 dollars projected in gate.
Syracuse coach Vic Hanson plans to rely on reserves for most of Saturdays game with Western Reserve in Syracuse New York. The announcement signals a shift to give bench players significant playing time as the contest unfolds.
Edward Slip Madigan recounts Notre Dame star Glenn "Gipp" Bergmann and the 1920s trick kickoff against Nebraska. He details the setup with a mass Notre Dame formation to distract Nebraska, Bergmann's run diagonal, and Bergmann handing off to Bergmann who darts upfield, outracing the Cornhuskers with help from teammates including Wink Anderson and Dana.
Ohio University and DePauw meet in a Buckeye Conference clash with both teams boasting scoring power. Ohio has defeated Butler Denison Armyson Cincinnati and Ohio Western, while DePauw’s wins include Manchester Cincinnati Barthany Boston University and Franklin. Star halfback Donald Wheaton of DePauw has scored 60 of his team’s 78 points and produced multiple long touchdowns this season.
United Press staff correspondent notes the Whackenmilier Foundation’s probe into professional wrestling, highlighting claims of seating drains and price tampering. He recalls past greats like Landon and Londos, and hints at a reshaping season as fans await decisive matches at the Garden and beyond.
Ohio State ordered closed practice this week as it prepares for Navy in Ohio Stadium on Saturday. Freshmen lined up against regulars in a decoy scrimmage to test Navy plays and passes while Midshipmen rely on aerial strategy. Coach Sam Willaman said the seven practice rule remains at least through the week with plans for the rest of the season.
Oberlin coach Butler eyes a potential return for Frank Barry as the Yeomen prepare for Akron. after a 7 1 loss to Reserve the squad shows flashes of brilliance but offense remains erratic. Kilmer and Yoakam started against Reserve while Hah nurses an infection and may return for Akron. Scrimmage is planned midweek to sharpen sigil and dummy play.
Annapolis reports Navy star Lou Kirn, offensive ace, has his lucky headgear back before the game with Ohio State. The worn helmet, a key omen for Kirn, was lost earlier in the week and found in Virginia equipment, mailed back in fragile paper by a West Virginia Wesleyan manager.
New York Nov 4 Fordham sophomore fullback Danowski may start against Detroit Saturday after showing strong form in drills. The youngster impressed in games versus Drake and West Liberty and freely gained against Fordham freshmen in yesterday's practice.
Navy football heads to Columbus for Saturdays game with Ohio State after a brief Thursday departure. Rip Miller drills the passing game and eyes execution under a big crowd as the team awaits a decisive moment in a season defined by tactical focus and anticipated challenge.
Lorain featherweight Illy Senders meets Elyria veteran Al Taylor in a six round main bout at Eagles Hall Friday night. Taylor trains hard and claims readiness to beat the younger Senders, while Senders, backed by manager Warry Hughes, aims to prove himself against a seasoned foe. The card, promoted by Andy Pollack, promises other lively scraps including Battling Yaust versus Bills Stevens and several Elyria and Lorain matches. Tickets are on sale at local venues in Elyria, Lorain, and Amherst.
The Sharp Grocer Midgets defeated the Wissinger Whistlers 12 to 6 yesterday afternoon at Hamilton Field to extend their win streak to five. Babe Wozniak scored both touchdowns for the winners while Youngs managed the lone score for the losers.
SOUTHT BEND Ind Nov 4. Coach Heardy Anderson warned Notre Dame not to be overconfident about Saturday's game with the undefeated Pennsylvania team. He said Penn was too easy for them last year but is much stronger now and Notre Dame must be at top form to beat them.
Northwestern announces three injured players will play against Minnesota Saturday. Fullback Rob Russell and center Harold Weldin return, while halfback Pug Rentner, wearing a protective cast for a broken thumb, is set to see action alongside Ollie Olson potentially starting at fullback with Russell rotating in.
BAY UNITED PRESS reports boxing results with Paul Wang Ivy 12u knocking out Pete Firpo. De bur Chevalier 135 Milwaukee draws Jock Sharkey 121 Minneapolis. In Milwaukee Gorilla donex Akron and Oddone Pingen advance in a National Rowing Association middleweight tournament. Inet nity Jones 154 beats George Nichols 158 Buffalo. Plassa defeats Raoul Roma Cuban champion after ten rounds Pingsa 155% and Rejas 158%.
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