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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1945
Page
10
A heated public discussion questions Army football talent recruitment and academic standards. Writers argue about whether colleges should admit top athletes with limited scholastic records and how athletic power shifts affect academy integrity. The piece emphasizes the tension between sports glory and scholastic ideals at West Point.
Illinois tracks schedule next season with Sportsman Park opening April 27 for 18 days. The six tracks include Lincoln Fields, Arlington Park, Washington Park, Hawthorne, Fairmount Park, and Valmont Park offering blocks from early April through July.
Whitaine Whitmire, Navy’s top tackle, is not slated to start but plays a key role in preparations for the Army game. At 225 pounds, he wears number 53 and serves as a mentor to players, lending advice and supporting the line as coaches plan for the contest.
RPI opens with a fast paced basketball lineup aiming to challenge Brooklyn Poly Saturday at 8:30. Coach Eid oversees a squad featuring George Powell, Ta ar, Gerry Mep, Don Whitehead, Frank Wilby and captain Flam Waters as the defense backbone.
Missouri’s Tigers and Oklahoma’s Sooners lead the Big Six. top first team honors go to Mer Om, while Cyclones take third with two erths. Kansas Jayhawks claim one, with a list of players including Roland Oakes, David Schuridt, Jamies Kekiris, and others from Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Iowa.
Toronto Terra Club owner Peter Campbell announced the Maple Leafs acquired three Philadelphia Athletics players. Second baseman Fred Cape man, shortstop Red Wilds, and third baseman Al Branante moved to Toronto. Campbell said pitcher L. Helder and Tess Monch joined as part of the deal and that promises were made by Philadelphia officials.
The organization plans to add Carroll Winniews from Minneapolis to the Yankee system this year. Details on assignment or official confirmation are not yet available as of the report.
The report details a crowded league night with Pete Brudel and Tony Merents leading high-scoring games at the Svitteting alleys. Numerous bowlers like Daley, Curr G20, and Burtons posted strong totals as teams such as Walton Motors and Glacekuers battled for wins, with top performances from Chively, Lett, and Fishue.
Columbus Ohio State coach and NCAA official announced dates for the tournament. Semifinals in the Fratern division set for March 21 and 34 at Madison Square Garden New York. Western Division playoffs in Kansas City March 22-23. Finals in New York March 46 with a consolation game preceding.
St Louis defender suspended for failing to appear at practice. General Manager George Hallen expects the 20 year old Cannining to return but edges toward a third suspension. The Flyers face uncertain plans as the latest discipline shakes the lineup.
Ed Bennett of Watervliet High announces starting lineup for the decisive game with Lanwarbe High. Key players include Bill Buller Sal Valone Al Dent Fred Gloeckner Phil Suhoanu ter Carmen Frustiv Ed Kapella Fred Ross Jie Wiseman Ted Easter and Al Bents. The team, defending Class Dreationwl champions, aims for another title in the Principals League as five new opponents join the schedule.
Joe Sail led Poston USA with a three goal performance as the Bruins defeated the New York Rangers 5-1 before 13 900 fans at the Boston Garden. The win moved Boston into third place in the NHL as Edgar Lapstale and Jack McGill added scores in a fast paced contest.
Keveny Mus charial Aevulemy's basketball schedule announced last night. Keveny hosts Coloey High and Milne High while away at Healy and Ravens. Remaining games include Berkanive Philip Schuyler Miluy and St Marys with dates shown as Wednesdays and Saturdays in December and May.
The New Maven Gridiron Club presented its annual award to a Dartmouth star for outstanding play against Yale. Coach Howie Odell and attorney Erwin JHair were among presenters. A Hotchkiss School player, Fan VanByke of Hindford, also featured in the ceremony.
Zivie, a former welterweight king, is slated to meet Logan in New York on December 10. Promoter Seminars announced the matchup after a promotional meeting yesterday, with details of purse and debt arrangements noted as part of the event planning.
Poole hampered by fever and Tucker limited in practice as Army prep for Navy. Tucker remains hospital overnight with 102 fever but expected release. Poole’s condition viewed as not serious enough to rule him out. Army plans changes at quarterback with Walterhonge or Clem Bovis likely to share duties for the clash in Philadelphia.
Fire Warden topweighted at Gulfstream Park with a 125 pounds assignment. The $5,000 purse feature includes Johnny Jr and Alan P. Maonge among top nominees, with Firelost Taufstewam and Royal Plush also in the field as the nine day meeting unfolds.
The Chicago Grid Pros plan a 1916 opening game in Denver against Los Angeles or San Francisco, as reported by the Denver Post. The event funds a municipal athletic fund and features signed star Keashin, with a $1000 guarantee.
Pooje Victor wins the Tealure feature at Bay Meadows in San Mateo. Teak second Lily Tan third. odds show a $10.90 payoff for winner and small payouts for other finishers. Abandoned betting totals and erroneous fragments follow the main item.
Annapolis reports heavy rain disrupted Navy football drills ahead of the Army game in Philadelphia. Coach Hagberg weighed field conditions and opposing player matchups, noting Clyde Reed and Minist to pressure Army while Scott and Davis duel on the edge. Jim Carrington suffered a shoulder issue but hoped to practice, others like Coppedge and Bramlett sat out with sore shoulders.
Conzelman, a colorful football figure, will return to coach the Chicago Cardinals in the NFL he previously led the Cardinals in 1930s and later served with the St. Louis Browns in baseball as vice president before resuming a coaching role with the Cardinals.
Keveny graduates host the Ievuny Memorial Alumni as the Lansingburg High Alvitrint quintet faces the Keveny squad in a Sunday night hoop clash. The Spindle City inks Johnny Dogmel to boost its roster while Ino U. S. Murinon discharges Boome. Sileo TM O Rourke and others listed, with Subdax hight’s Columbian and Watervliet Southes games scheduled at TA.
GPI Hughie Devore, temporary Notre Dame head coach, appears on a list of candidates for a Arkansas position. The committee discussed qualifications, with Paul Bryant and Alumni connections noted. Includes names such as John Wicker and Rusty Mussel among potential appointees, amid budget and salary discussions.
Washington narcotics chief Anslinger said the Pimlico inquiry would continue in coordination with Maryland Racing Commission. The probe concerns suspicions tied to trainer J. D. Byers and a November 1 steeplechase win, with details not disclosed. Meanwhile Western’s Wildcats face Evanston in a NRA contest highlighted by seven players stepping into roles.
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