Bataan Hero Tonelli Returns to Grid Ranks
Mario Tonelli, a former football player and prisoner of war, returns from a 27 month confinement in Japanese camps to the U S and expects discharge after furlough. He described the brutal march and lack of water as the hardest parts, noting his lean condition but relief at coming home.
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Mette) Tonelli
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Fullbeck
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Hutson
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Corregia
Ican
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Pacific Coast League Aims for Major League Status
The Pacific Coast League president outlines plans to become a major league by 1949. He asserts the league is financially stable and ready to challenge traditional major teams, noting distant markets and potential expansion as factors. The discussion hints at competition with the New York circuit and possible resistance from current magnates.
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Ciziente
Lowes
Los Angeles
Hke Howland
Pacific Coast League
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Wessey
Jacobs Offers Woodcock Chance at U S Title Fight
Promoter Mike Jacobs said he offered Bruce Woodcock a bout with Gus Lesnevich for the light heavy title or non-title options in January. He believed British restrictions on Woodcock leaving the country had been lifted and wired Woodcock's manager Tom Hurst with the proposal.
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New York (P
Bruce Woodcock
United State
Mike Jacobs
Gus
Lesnevich
United States
Scobs
Woodcock
Tom Hurst
Wooodcock
Lesevich
Cornell Gridirons Indoors Ahead of Yale Clash
The Cornell University football squad trained indoors at West Point Field House due to rain. Coach Ed McKeever led two workouts and a lecture before the team travels by bus to New Haven for tomorrow’s game against Yale.
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Cornell University
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Ed McKeever
West Point
New Haven
Minor League Controversy Hits Branch Rickey Signing
Durkan notes the uproar over Branch Rickey and Robinson joining teams with Bramham defending Negro leagues progress. He accuses white promoters of using African Americans for selfish ends calling for caution toward racial baiting while praising overall baseball gains.
Monarch Owners Withdraw Protest Over Robinson
Kansas City Monarchs co-owners J L Witk ingon and T Baird said they would attempt to prevent Jackie Robinson from playing with the Brooklyn Dodgers Montréal farm. They criticized Branch Rickey’s signing and said Robinson could make the grade in the International League, following a statement about appealing to Baseball Commissioner Chandler.
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Wilkinson
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Chandler
Kronis Wins Bout Against Cannonball Gibson
Steve Kronis from Boston defeated Cannonball Gibson by decision in a southpaw bout. Harold Son was outpointed in a six round semi and Patsy Zac was involved in an equal fast six round squash match. Hartford hosts the National Tournament with singles title play resuming February 22 at the Hartford Golf Club courts.
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Steve Kronis
Boston
Haroldson
New York
R. i
Patsy Zaccana
Toronto
Hateloré
Cann
Hartford
E. Brainard
Connecticut
Hartford Golf Club
Injuries Hit Catholic High Ahead of LaSalle Clash
Catholic High braces for LaSalle with multiple injuries thinning the lineup. Key players out or limited, including Holmes and Simmons, while Donovan was hurt earlier and Simmons is also sidelined as practice continues. Ed ward Wachter and the principal prepare for the pep rally as Sunday’s game looms.
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Joheny Donovan
Holmes
LaSalle
Edward A. Wachter
Superinigaden
Sunidas
Catholic High
College Grid Attendance On Upswing
A 1944 survey shows New York football attendance up 17.1 percent across 73 colleges. East leads with a 33 percent rise aided by Army M ichigan and Navy Georgia Tech games. Midwest up 28 percent and Southwest up 13 percent. Fort West declines 7 percent.
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Georgia
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New York Lions
Local bowling leagues report tight standings across teams
Multiple leagues cite close wins and high scores as Cantons Essens and Ransers lead the Pal O Mine standings. Nesta, Acierno and Langritz top various events with scores around 195 to 563, while the Walton Motors and Brownie leagues show balanced competition and upcoming costume bowling night events.
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Women's State Pin Meet Set For March
The New York State Women's Bowling Association championship tournament canceled due to prewar conditions will be held at Menands Recreation Alleys starting March 30 with competition on successive weekends. A large field is expected and 681 teams entered Rochester for $12,550 in prizes across weekday contests.
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Young Chappie Faces Trophia in Monday Boxing Show
Promoter Ted Bayly announces a six round special bout pairing Young Chappie of Albany with Trophia of Lyse in a Monday card. Chappie aims to rebound from recent indoor events and extend his pro winning streak while Trophia, with a solid amateur background, seeks more pro wins alongside other bouts featuring Jerry Darby and Mine Conners.
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Wil Sesd Youg
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Lyse
Elle
Giorze McKinzey
Aliany
Syracuse Eleven Accelerates Pace In Practice
Syracuse varsity continued to sharpen offense in a contact-free practice session as they prepare to face Dartmouth Indians tomorrow. Key players Hustis Skurke Tsarnas and Murphy dodged minor bruises and are expected to be ready for the opening kickoff. The squad showed strong form and tight drills in preparation for the strenuous game ahead.
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Dartmonts Indians
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Army Drills Against Air Attack Before Duke Game
Army cadets conducted extensive pass defense drills at West Point as they prep for the Duke game at the Polo Grounds. In early tests they allowed three touchdowns, two by Jackie Welsh, while Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard lead with 26 points in the air and on the ground as they head to New York with thousands of fans expected.
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Apps Fractures Nose in Exhibition Game
Hamilton Pi-Center Sgt Apps suffered a fractured nose after a stick struck him in the face during a Toronto Maple Leaf exhibition game. He is expected to miss the team's NHL opener against Boston in Toronto.
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