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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1944
Page
9
In a Catholic High Diocesan League game at Attest dam Amsterdam Quint defeated CCHS 37 26. The win strengthens Amsterdam Quint position in the league standings with key scoring from the leading players.
Dr William Jacobs of Presbyterian College Clinton S C expands a years old project to honor overlooked football linemen and blockers. The plan now covers the Southern and Southeastern Conferences with aims to include the Big Ten and others. Local communities will host banquets with broadcasts by Baltimore speakers and recipients receive trophies already awarded to three players from South Carolina and the Southern Conference.
In Philadelphia last night Robinson defeated Richard Rangel in the feature TDround windup of the conversion boxing card. Robinson landed a solid combination at 2 39 of the second round. Referee Charter Dagger prevented a mêlée as Rosinson protected himself from a possible massacre. The bout drew a large crowd with total receipts around £20 952.
Thomas H. Richardson, president of the Eastern League, was reelected chairman of the minor leagues appeal board representing Class A and other leagues. The National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues announced the reorganization with Clarence Fainland elected to succeed Frank Shaughnessy, and DE Wilder named as third member for Class B C and D leagues.
New York aims to define the scope of authority for the incoming commissioner with a group led by Majors Name. The plan follows the late commissioner Nenesaw Mountain Lacgis and seeks to outline powers, avoid southern camps, and adjust 145 sites with changes from 1834 camps noted in Chicago, White fad, and Boston Bed Bee proposals.
A planned eight round semifinal is arranged for a Troy show at the Arena Inc venue on Monday in Hartford. Names Zay Jon any and Nherie are linked to the event with unspecified roles.
Scoring stars emerged across multiple leagues as Barrett and Flee led the winners with solid marks, while Bear Beale and Schoonmaker paced the losers. The Walton Mayor team failed to take a game from Miles in the Gentry League, and other clubs like Fifth Avenue Tavern and Mealong posted notable results amid a flurry of high series and single-game scores.
Notre Dame Ft Anna defeated Coast Guard 36 to 25 on Staten Island as Camp Buiner contributed key points. The game highlighted Coast Guard’s 25 point tally and Notre Dame Ft Anna's lead through strong offense and defense.
The War Department implemented a policy requiring special examinations for all discharge requests by prominent athletes and other celebrities. Previously commanding officers could approve separations, but now cases are referred upward for final decision to avoid public criticism and ensure medical or fitness justification before release. Navy officials said no similar policy exists.
New York 1-Lieut. Comdr. Benny Leonard of the Maritime Service received the Eddie Neil plaque from the Boxing Writers Association for advancing boxing. Leonard, undefeated lightweight champion since 1924 and reigning through eight years, beat out rivals Montgomery and Best Jack for the honor. The award, given annually, honors Eddie Neil, a boxing writer and war correspondent. The article notes Leonard’s ring career from 1912 to 1932 with 21 fights, 71 knockouts, 21 decisions, 3 losses by knockout, and one draw, plus service in the Merchant Marines and association with Jack Dempsey. General J. J. Phelan also received a plaque for meritorious service to boxing. Awards to be presented the week of January 14.
Boston Bruins outscored the New York Rangers 7-5 at the Boston Garden before 9,590 fans. Herb Cain and Kenney Smith each scored twice as Walli Atanas left with a head injury after a collision, and Phil Watson plus Grant Warwick led the New York offense with a late surge. Cowley assisted on Cain's goal, boosting his league-leading point total.
President Bill Starr of San Diego announced the purchase of outfielder Tony Criscola from the Cincinnati Reds. Criscola, a left handed batter, hit 229 in 6% games with the Reds last season. He formerly belonged to the St. Louis Browns organization.
In Albany at Cepicot Arena, Shanks floors Joe Carter with relentless jabs and rights, winning all rounds as Carter quits in the fifth. Montreal's Perez and others scored early KOs, including Belanger and Darby, on a stacked card with multiple quick finishes.
Rensselaer Tech’s coach Ed Donald trialed a volley ball drill using two regulation baskets in practice to boost timing and ball handling for the upcoming game against Williams College. Players welcomed the change breaking routine. Arthur Eaton, the lone civilian, has returned home to enlist in the Navy after appearing in Brooklyn Poly and Trinity games.
The Albany wrestling card at Capitol Arena announces two preliminaries. Jot Guyon of Schenectady faces the Turkish Angel, and Young Bull Montana of Utica meets Frank Krauss of New York. The main event pits Rudy Dusek of the Omaha clan against Pat Welch, recent Army discharge after 18 months.
Plans for a revived boxing gala in Troy near LaSalle Institute gym are nearly complete. Promoter Stud Myers aims to stage an eight round main event pairing Humberto Zovela of Mexico City with Johnny Williams of New York, hoping to recapture the city’s boxing heyday.
Track coach Hargiss says Glenn Cunningham could have run a four minute mile or faster on the Garden board in a 1940s race. He explains pacing error slowed Cunningham, and notes Cunningham’s physique and early burns affected his stride yet he improved late in his career.
St Marys Pinmen will hold their post season banquet tomorrow night at Garlo's restaurant at 4 o'clock. Former members on leave from armed services are invited to attend.
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