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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1944
Page
8
USC aims to beat California in Berkeley in a tough game as the Trojans seek to erase a tough memory and close the gap to the Bruins, highlighting roster changes and rest considerations.
Pennsylvanias Penn hosts Army as Franklin Field hosts a clash with West Point. Coach George Munner has three top passers in Tony Skipper Minisi Andy Gordet and Al Shaif with 53 completions for 221 yards overall. Gordon leads with 32 completions for 221 yards, Sica 16 for 185, Minisi 12 for 151. Army plans to arrive for practice at 2:15 pm.
In Elizabeth New Jersey Louis wowed a crowd of 2 506 with a three round exhibition against Dee Amos of New York. Louis weighed 214 pounds while Amos tipped the scales around 210. He landed blows to the head and arms, finishing the third round with a sustained barrage.
A partial game report shows Columbia testing offensive plays against York. The account mentions coaching, rough play by Lions, and a 2 x0 score line amid uncertain details and names.
Coach Carl made frequent ward changes during yesterday’s session against Dartmouth. Ed Sharefanowich was elevated to the first team for most of the drill, replacing Paul Robeson Jr. Two backs worked on defense against the Indians’ forward pass formations as Snavery watched.
Temple coach Ray Morrison lauded his football squad as one of the hardest playing teams in thirty years. The Owls travel to Knoxville to face undefeated Tennessee on Saturday, closing their season.
Ohio State and Illinois clash in a Big Nine showdown as 33,000 fans pack Cleveland’s Maricina Stadium. The Buckeyes, balanced and strong, are favored to prevail by two touchdowns, while a single slip could spark a fast break from Champaign’s offense. Notre Dame lingers in the background as other major teams prepare for weekend games and future battles.
A records-filled card shows numerous leagues with high scores and top performers. Maracca Izzo Green and Inglis Wilson post notable triples while Foster, Fowler and Beale lead in team play. Local keglers from Mayfair to Troy Businessmen tally strong showings, with individual high games and series highlighted across multiple clubs.
Navy's head coach Comér Oscer EL Haghbets sent Stalwart Tine against the Jayvees in heavy drills as the team shifts from Army preparations to the Purdue challenge. Coaches noted the Tar men are eager to face Purdue at Baltimore Stadium on Saturday, ahead of their regular spring focus.
Members of the Ames team staged a practice in cold winds and rain after a brief delay, focusing on signal drills and regular play patterns. Bob Peterson led tailing plays as the group worked through exercises and drills.
Waldorf and Snavely return to coach the Northern Blue and Gray football team for the annual game on December 30. Assisting will be Bo McMillin of Indiana, replacing Bert Ingwersen. Invited players include Joe Renfree, Clyde Flowers, Curtis Kuyken, Gail Horne, Zeke Chronister, Charles Owen, and others from Auburn, Texas Christian, Mississippi State, Wake Forest, and Indiana. several service-team stars await War Department approval.
The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 8-4 before 12 347 fans as Detroit built a two game margin on the Canadiens in the playoff race. Key scorers included Gus Badhar and Lorne Carr with strong drives from the wing, while Connie Shevitz and Don Gorssu contributed for Detroit. Toronto’s scoring featured several players, but the Leafs fell short as Detroit extended its win streak.
New York's 1941 racing season closed with a nine day victory meeting for War, showing total wagers around 3.89 million on yesterday alone and an overall season handle near 21.94 million. The state collects six percent of handle and two percent breakage, yielding substantial wartime financing estimates. Attendance and wagering totals await official confirmation.
The Army Navy football game may shift from Annapolis to a big city stadium as officials weigh a wartime logistics plan. President Roosevelt had no firm recommendation by nightfall, with Baltimore and Philadelphia raised as possible sites to boost war bond drives and crowd capacity.
Detroit Free Press recounts how Michigan’s pinboy shortage was solved by 15 year olds under a state approved plan. Fifteen to seventeen year olds work limited hours in bowling establishments while maintaining school, with permits issued through placement centers. The program, overseen by labor and education officials, kept leagues active and allowed seasons to finish on time.
Villanova in Philadelphia will face Bucknell with Bucky Williams of South Boston Va named season captain of the Wildcats. Williams has accounted for four of Villanova's 14 touchdowns in three victories after attending Virginia Military Institute. Naval trainees Ray Wille and Dick Tierney were named co captains for tomorrow night's game.
Syracuse University gridders practiced in the rain focusing on attack against Colgate with Base Barsinger getting more carries and hints that the line coach’s 11-year-old son may see increased action. The team also stressed pass defense as aerial weaknesses linger ahead of the Raiders matchup.
Patrick McCarthy returns for Chicago Card-Pitts after injuries and will handle passing and punting duties in the lineup versus the Cleveland Rams at Comiskey Park. Johnny Grigas will focus on pass receiving and breaking the Rams front. Practice emphasized defending the Rams aerial attack as the Card-Pitt seeks its first league win.
Dodson leads Pimlico jockeys with 16 wins while Arnold Kirkland stands second with 11 under Col. C. V. Whitmer. Apprentice Dick Meade and Dick Jonas follow, Buxton tops trainers with six winners, Feltner has five, and Ben Jones Bonsai and K. T. Reif each have four.
Yale football coach Howie Odell warned that North Carolina would be a stern test for Yale, as the Tar Heel defense and Navy transfers strengthen Carolina’s T formation attack. The Tigers’ prep emphasized stopping the opposing unit. Falcons Win. Philadelphia beat New York 63 to move into third in the Eastern Hockey League.
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