PGA Plans to Go Ahead In 1945
The PGA intends to resume a full 1945 schedule with all tournaments played for war charity and war bonds. PGA president says unsigned events will proceed to aid rehabilitation centers nationwide, while Teo Diegel of Phoenix explains golf offers accessible activity for war convalescents.
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Golfers’ Association
James F. Byrnes
Duley
Spiteh
Counsé
United States
Teo Diegel
Phoenis
Ariz
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Snavely Leaves Cornell for North Carolina Post
Coach Carl Snavely resigns from Cornell to lead at North Carolina. Ajax Reed and J Russell Murphy follow him to Chapel Hill, while George K James and Lieut Comdr Mose Quinn stay at Cornell. Kane announces roles and future staffing with mixed departures and continuations.
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Carl Snavely
Cornell
University of North Carolina
Yaterday
Ajax Reed
J. Russell Murphy
Chapel Hit
Robert J. Kane
George K. James
Mose Quinn
Snavely
North Carolina
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Army-Navy
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Reed
Snavelys
Gray Fox
Bucknell University
Murphy
University of Colorado
Mansfield
Ohio
Ohio State
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Vilet CYO Teams Claim Victory
The Water vilet Sacred Heart Jegrees and the CYO All-Stars clashed at SS Joseph's Community Center in a disputed score night. Water vilet led 35 24 while CYO claimed 36 35, with Davin scoring 18 for CYO and Lescovich 12 for Sacred Heart.
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CYO
SS Joseph's Community Center
Watervlet
Davin
Lescovich
Sacred Heart
Garden School Games Set for Indoor Track Event
The National scholastic indoor track and field meet, near cancellation, will take place February 24 in Madison Square Garden. ALALT Secretary Dan Ferria exid yesterday.
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New York
Madison Square Garden
AL Alt
Dan Ferria
Baseball Leaders Seek Clarifying Statement on 1935 Players
Baseball officials seek a clear ruling from the U S government on players who may be eligible under wartime rules as war mobilization officials push for thorough physical reviews. They warn public reaction could hurt attendance if players are suspected of loyalty questions while teams prepare for spring games.
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Washington
Jimmy Syrhes
Selective Service
Army
Navy
Baseball Officials Discuss Army Draft Rule
Washington officials heard Army policy that draft cases of professional athletes must be reviewed by the War Department before rejection for physical disability. Ford Frick and Clark Griffith met with Lewis Hershey to discuss the rule, with Griffith saying no sides were asked or suggestions offered.
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War Department
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Hershey
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Ford Frick
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Clark Griffith
Washington Wars
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IC4A to Open Confab With Navy Preflight Chief Speaker
IC4A officials open their eighth annual three day schedule making conference in New York with Comdr William Ro Kane, head of the Navy preflight athletic program, as the main speaker.
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Ic4a
Comdr
William Ro Kane
Navy
Optimism rise for 1945 harness racing in fairground revival
Saratoga area fairs foresee resumption of harness racing this summer despite a nationwide ban. Prominent stakes like Geers and Village Farm may reopen with fees due. Hambletonian and Goshen classic plans hinge on lift of the ban by August. Local owners Marty Burke and John McBain remain hopeful for their eligible horses.
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Troy
Tompkins Hanover
John McBain
Watervilet
Olga Hanover
Sarasopa Raceway
Attorney
Semi Final Boxing Match Set Between NZ and US Wrestlers
Jack Carter of New Zealand will face George Linehan of Worcester Massachusetts in the semi final at La Salle Institute gym. The card is promoted by Troy Sports Arena with proceeds benefiting the infantile paralysis campaign. Main bout features Leo Numa of Seattle versus Ed Strangler White, a former Alabama All-Sox tackle.
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New Zealand
George Linehan
Mass
LaSalle Institute
Ted Barry
Troy Sports Arena
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Linehan
Sili Zote
Mondas
Leo Numa
Seattle
Wash
Ed “Strangler” White
Univemia
Sith
White
University of Alabama
Alaamas
Rateso
Vanantwierp
Sivan
Miteneli
Bierman Sees Brighter Postwar Future for Minnesota Football
University of Minnesota coach Bernie Bierman, back from Marine duty, speaks cautiously of the postwar football future. He notes a potential influx of returning veterans and high school players, with indoor drills growing from forty to sixty, and expects Minnesota to use a modified T formation alongside the single wing.
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Minneasolina
Bernie Bierman
University of Minnesota
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Golf Match Scoring Debate Between Stars Sparks Intrigue
Prominent golfers Snead and Nelson drawn into a heated discussion over who handles pressure better, with Wood and Hagen also mentioned as top contenders. The dialogue centers on who would beat the other in a hypothetical clash, reflecting the era’s fascination with major title prospects.
Oma Aims for Garden Bout With Baksi After Draw
Oma known for taking 13 knockdowns in a recent Garden bout ends in a draw, as Baksi pursues a $75,000 payday. The bout headlines a clash that featured a see-saw duel with Baksi rallying late while Oma faded, recalling prior career fits and suspensions.
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Baksi
O'Connell Paces CYO Loop Scorers
O'Connell dominates the CYO Loop scoring as Ham Fishe profiles the standout and his journey from youth sports to adulthood. The piece notes Fatsome and Dene in training, with Lee Ons and Frank Czajewski cited among figures connected to the era. It hints at personal changes, including a sober married life and two children, as the coach reflects on the path of talent.
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New York
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Detroit
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Joe Baksi
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Eeca
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