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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1945
Page
9
Irish seen soft touch for Army as Notre Dame faces doubts after injuries and uncertain lineup. Analysts note Army’s strength and Navy scouting, with Blaik’s squad aiming to disrupt Irish plans and fans bracing for a hard hitting test on Saturday.
Miss Mariana wins at Churchill Downs in a six furlong dash. Fin finishers include Miss Finish and Miss Mariana with fast early pace. Detailing notes the Purse and results at 22 and 35 20 with upset over Flop Plunk as part of the day’s program.
Rainbird, a 12 to 1 outsider, won the Melbourne Cup as betting records fell. Total wagers for the meeting reached 282,000 pounds with substantial precup betting. Rainbird finished two miles ahead of Silverlink in 3 24 and a quarter, earning 1,000 pounds in prize money.
Boston announces Billy Southworth, longtime St Louis Cardinal manager, will manage the Boston Braves next season. Braves General Manager John Quin described the move as highly favorable, citing Southworths top track record and the opportunity presented by the Braves ownership. Southworth will succeed Del Bissonette and be allowed to coach his own staff.
The Bilsworth Grill team held first in Intermuly League with a clean sweep over VanSehaldh. Marocco led scorers with 228 268 202 681 for the winners while P. DePaul placed second with 28857. Lanes and R. Inglis posted high marks in various games. The DeMento’s Grill and Sevecal’s posted strong showings, and Thorn’s Grill led a three-game sweep over Comps Grill. Connally’s team showed solid performances as well as several high scorers across multiple clubs. The league remains tight with several teams contesting top spots and numerous high individual scores recorded.
Schuyler and Drescher led a strong performance with 4287 as a standout score in area bowling. The Bennoys overwhelmed White Wash 2 3 while Polling 2025 secured top spot in the league race with two weeks left. High scorers included Wright 24609, Langloiz 24954, and Hage 496 as teams like Campinns and Grace Methodists posted notable wins and a high triple by Rev. Fred Bennett stood out.
Report from St. Louis claims Smithworth may gain about $20,000 over his latest Cardinals deal signed a year ago. Eadie Dyer, ex Cardinals executive, is reportedly in contention for the Tedbird manager post as HO London declined to comment.
Notre Dame coach Hugh Devore aims to unsettle Army with a bold game plan in New York Saturday. He notes Notre Dame’s tough risk laden by injuries including Ruggerio’s mask and Panelli uncertain status while Floyd Simmons joins the squad as 205 pound reinforcements. The Irish hope to upset the Cadets after last year’s setback and show strong heart against a long winning Army stretch.
Keveny Memorial's graduates prepare to host Waterford and the Columbian Squires in a Twin Bill. Star players include Supe Uburel Jackie Muto Moe McGrivvey and Ike Campbell leading the Red Staiders as they seek road games and a win to boost standings. Tom Reed invites inquiries at 2 Canvass Street Canoes or by phone at Cohoes 462.
Bert Humphries, late ball star known in the International League as a Syracuse Chiera player, is appointed minister of Trinity Congregational Church in East Orange New Jersey. He previously played for the New York Yankees in 1929 and 1930 with Newark and Akron, studied at Union Theological Seminary, earning a Bachelor of Divinity in 1930.
San Mateo report notes a $3,060 daily double paid out at Bay Meadows. The memo records a lucky lottery result with a total payout of $18,356.20 to top ticket holders after Orndon Queen won the half Derby event.
Navy coach Oscar Hagberg announced that regular backfield stars Holes, Clyde, and others will be ready for the Michigan game at Baltimore Stadium. The Sailors expect a 60,000 crowd and aim to match Michigan’s versatile attack while praising recent performances against Notre Dame and Penn.
Army football leaders at West Point discuss a potential New Year bowl bid for the unbeaten Cadets. Lt. Col. Cackdinkie notes any invitation would require superintendent approval, while Hinkle suggests the Rose Bowl in Pasadena as a likely destination and mentions interest from Glenn Davis and his family.
Cornell football team reports the loss of three players Harry Develd Judus Wornicki and Fred Rech. Develd and Daezsticks discharged from service and sent home. Coach Ed McKeever assigned new ends Robert Scully and Simon Deguils to the right end with workouts. Troytner fullback and Donald Souchek halfback drilled with varsity as Hillary Caollet Kaltherte and captain Miew Dekdebrun filled key backfield spots.
University of Pennsylvania football coach George Munger, discharged from University Hospital, resumed coaching duties at home and prepared for the upcoming game with Franklin Field Saturday. He held a second session with assistants and expects to fully return as his team seeks a win over the Lions.
Community and college leaders discuss a pro basketball revival in Dollar City as Paul Sahagian moves to assemble a Troy based team. He aims to lure top players from the era, including stars eyeing American League circuits, with Albany and Troy High clash on Election Day eve.
New York promoter Mike Jacobs said Bummy Davis may retire from boxing due to weight difficulties after a recent knockout of Bob Montgomery. The planned December 21 ten round bout with Morris Bell at Madison Square Garden was canceled if no substitute is found. Davis, 27, has fought nearly eighty bouts since 1947 and once defeated Rocky Graziano in 1947.
New Haven Conn UPI two newcomers Lo Yale football made their bid for starting spots yesterday for Saturday at Brown. Ack Fitzgerald and Val White assumed key positions as Yale returned to practice following a 40 point win over Dartmouth.
Twosy won a tight stretch duel at Pimlico in the featured Colvels race, defeating British Buddy by a neck after a late move by Bolten and Twasy. The 5 year old gelding earned $2.20 mutuels amid a crowd of about 32,500, boosting his career total to 325,353 with his fifth victory in 13 starts.
Rochester’s National League team signed former Northwestern standout Allen Graham, a two sport All-American, after Navy discharge. Terms not disclosed. he is expected to be among the league’s highest paid players and joins the Rochester roster amid recent NFL and basketball connections with Cleveland in the America Conference.
New Navy dischargees Ro lang drt and Phi Ragazzo joined the New York Giants yesterday, practicing in Philadelphia for Smilay's gate. Ragitzen, a 155 pound six footer, played for the Cleveland Rare and Philadelphia Eagles before Navy service. Ward Cuff returns at right guard with Pelrilas alternating for strength and service.
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