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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1925

Page

6

Grange plans future as he signs for film money

Red Grange, after signing papers that boosted his earnings by about 375,900, says he will retire to Wheaton and become a prominent citizen if his fortunes hold. His $206,000 signing cheque will be held in trust, with a film starring vehicle set as a sports story produced by Arrow Pictures. The Chicago Bears travel to Washington, Boston, Pittsburgh, and Detroit before heading south for电影 work.

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Eleven All Americans Gather at University of Iowa

Eleven former athletic stars tied to all American or all conference honors visit the University of Iowa. Several work in the athletics department while others pursue studies. Notable figures include Gordon Locke now assistant football coach, Charlie Brookins assistant track coach, and Erie Wilson director of publicity. Others listed are Paul E. Being Burton Ingwersen Relief Williams Hector Janse Leland Parkin Ned Jishton and Arne Sorenson, with roles spanning coaching, teaching, and medical studies.

Town City University of Iowa Iowa Gordon ©. Locke Walter Camp Charlies Rh. Brookins Erie G. Wilson Ivan J. Klitgaman Hawkeres Paul E. Being Minois Burton A. Ingwersen Jini Relie Fliams Ference Wisconsin Hegtor M. Janse

Whiz Bang Basketball Team Seeks Games In Robbinsdale

The Whiz Bang basketball squad from Robbinsdale Minnesota seeks ten games this season. Former Carlstown College star Gene O’Rourke leads the team and plays in glasses.

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Daily News Rounded Blustery Tales From A Dizzy Era

A fragmentary pastiche mixes weather wors, politics, sports notes, and humor about Congress in Washington. It references Red Grange, a Norse style snow defense, and a carnival of oddball items including a plan to lift sidewalks, a bandit caught near a Kodak foundry, and gossip about Rockefeller.

Snow Belt Congress Wrashingeton Potomar Capitol Building Renair

Towa Owens Cage Season With Win Over St. Louis

Towa Owens defeated St. Louis University Ave last night to begin the 1925-26 season with a rally in the final period. Van Dusen and Narrisan led at forwards for Towa Mil was center and McConsel at guards. Byesen starred at Minnie Ave fieldwork with three free throws.

Towa Owens St. Louis Tows Seg Lee St. Louis University Hawkeres van Duesen Narrisan Towa Mil Let McConsellann Poyan Hame Vinty Byesen Min Ave McConsely

Sandage Aims for Bout with Knipp in Des Moines

Si Sandage of Sioux City seeks a match with Knipp. Bowers Sandage plans a return in the welter class, possibly facing Albert Kuipp or Fpinyd Towers. Leo F. Morris reports Sandage has wins over Georges Pmirbishy and Hay Carter and recently fought a 10 round draw in Des Moines.

Si Sandage Albert Kuipp Waterlag Leo F. Morris Will Figtt Tnia Nevk Morris Tyne Pry Taters Sandage Georges Pmirbishy Hay Carter Pet Melanis Bills Pet Melanis Bills Confer, “Mite Rozealh Widy French Rosrete Fall Des Moines Marrigs Pasndey George Stroud

Rocky Kansas Wins Lightweight World Title in Close Decision

Rocky Kansas of Buffalo defeats Jimmy Goodrich in a 15 round battle to become the world lightweight champion by judge’s decision. Kansas known as Rocca Tozze, aged 25, wins approximately $22,000 from receipts of about $34,000. the bout was marked by Kansas’s steady lefts and Goodrich's late surge, with Kansas overcoming a tough challenge to claim the title.

Jimmy Goodrich Buffalo Rocky Kansas Kansas Denny Leonard Leonard Goodrich Altho State Boxing Commission Rocky Rocca Tozze

Jim Thorpe’s legend told through a vivid, risky tale

In a reminiscence by AL Demarke, Jim Thorpe is praised as the greatest player, noted for superb strength and wit. A hotel lobby story recalls Thorpe jumping through plate glass for a $56 wager, nearly scalping himself, then calmly awaiting an ambulance as spectators watched.

Jim Thorpe Thorpe Ming Giants Boston Braves Jim Ahwars Jin Curissie Thorte Thorne

Alabama to Play in Pasadena New Year's Day

Alabama's champion football team will travel to Pasadena for the Tournament of Roses game on New Year's Day. Coach Wade will lead a full squad and depart early to acclimate to the Pacific coast environment and challenge a Pacific coast eleven.

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Bowers Loses to Shuffle Callahan in Eight Round Bout

In Mason City Iowa Bowers challenged Shuffle Callahan for the middleweight claim. Bowers staggered after a nine count in round one and rallied to outbox Callahan in the final three rounds. the bout featured scoring by referees and observers with no decisive title change.

Bowers Shuffle Callahan Mason City Dre B.t Apl Mayd Bowers Towa Winshere Iast Tire Shuffle Callehan Chivazo Roywn Bill Brown Waterlan Dackie Leonard Charlestin de Uarre Smith Na Hina Kid Hase Wateriven

Waterloo Rotary to Host Three Football Figures

Coach Ingiversen and players Smith and Graham will attend the Waterloo Rotary luncheon at Hotel Russell-Lamson next Monday noon. The three Waterloo residents and West High graduates will speak about the just-closed season with the Hawkeye team.

Ingiversen Smith Graham Rotary Burton Kinnersen University of Iowa Hawkeye Paul Smith Waterloo Rotary Rivsell-Lamson Waterloo West High

Waterloo captains spark Iowa grid talk in 1920s rumor mill

An Iowa City dispatch satirically questions Waterloo football prominence as Paul Smith becomes the third Waterloo native named captain elect in four years. The piece lampoons state fans and rumors about Waterloo dominance, athletes’ gear, diets, and ceremonial tokens amid a larger debate on captaincy rules.

Iowa City Waterloo Paul Smith Iowa Sioux City Cedar Rapids

Dubuque Collegiates Seek Cage Game This Winter

Dubuque Collegiates plan a high level basketball game in Waterloo or nearby in December or January. Manager Jensen of the University of Dubuque coordinates dates as the team schedules matches against strong outfits such as the Denver Bears the New York Navy and the Bes Moines Al-Slate BSP.

Dubugue Waterloo Denver Bears New York Navy Bes Moiins Al-Slate Bsp Jensen University Dubuque

ROLLINGER PRAISED AS COAST FIGHTING STAR

Lou Rollinger, former Waterloo fighter now with Larney Lichtenstein's Stars, is hailed by C B Weinshank as having the brightest future among light heavies in America. Weinshank cites Rollinger's power and endurance, notes coast fans' support, and recalls a $2500 contract offer that was declined. He also describes a coast judging system that can lead to draws and mentions Rollinger's recent ten round win over Battling Ivy at Taft, California.

Lou Rollinger Waterloo Larney Lichtenstein Galaxy of Stars America C. BE. Weinshank Los Angeles Chicago Weinshank Chicago Tribune Chicago Herald and Examiner Lou Bollinger Calfornia Lichtenstein Rollinger Larney Ivy Taft Cal

Plainfield Basketball Teams Stranded After Snowstorm

In Frederika Iowa the Plainfield boys and girls basketball teams were hosted for three days as a blizzard stranded them after Friday’s games. Plainfield beat Frederika 22 14 and 21 12 respectively. Local residents hosted the players and a collection aided travel costs.

Plainfield Frederika Plainfield Gins Frederika Boys Edmund Bergman Kidder Ciis

Bowling Team Beats Postoffice in Waterloo Alley Match

Bowling Commercial National Bank defeated Postoffice in a two to one Commercial league contest at Waterloo alleys last night. Bussler rolled 213 to lead, McKinstry 2068 finished second and the bank crew raised $81 in the final game.

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Community Basketball News Invitation and Scheduling

The Courtey sports department invites NE Iowa teams to send game results schedules and stories for amateur sen- sipro independent and high school basketball. Waterloo games must be reported by 9 am next day by mail or phone. Contact the sports editor with questions or scheduling needs.

Courtey Sports Department Iowa Waterloo Courier

Industrial Cage League shifts opening to December 22

The Industrial Cage League will begin Tuesday evening December 22 instead of Friday December 18 as planned after a managers meeting at the YMCA. Games include M C A Bath Packing versus Minors Central Shops at 5 pm, Cutler Hardware against National Guards crew at 9 pm, Waterloo Gasoline Engine versus Hawkeye Oil at 7 pm on Saturday December 26, and Gates Business College versus Bartles Shepherd Oil at 8 pm. After the first year start, all games will be on Fridays and Saturdays. Pool winners were George Minor and Lloyd Steinmeyer at White's billiard parlors.

Industrial Basketbal League M.C. A Waterloo Gasoline Engine Hawkeye Oil Dev Gates Business College Bartles-Shepherd Oil Quints Wil Tangle At & Ppm

Police Officer Shares Quick Relief From Aches

A Philadelphia officer with 26 years on the force describes Sloan's Liniment as effective for back and leg pains caused by over work and exposure. He notes it reaches the pain site without rubbing and promotes faster recovery, urging readers to keep a bottle handy.

Philadelphia Sloan Sloan’s

Iowa Utragemen Prepare Indoor Meet Season

Iowa City plans indoor practice as runners and weightmen train for the season. Assistant coach Charles R. Brookins leads a new all around indoor championship program with 24 weight men set for the heaviest events. Hawkeye schedule includes dual meets with Wisconsin February 23 at Madison and Illinois February 20 in Iowa City, plus the Illinois Relays February 27 and Big Ten championships March 12-13.

Iowa City University of Towa Wisconsin Charles R. Brookins Madison Ilinois Illinois

Cage League Opens Saturday Faves Entered

Waterloo Saturday marks the start of the 1925-26 Cage League with 31 teams across Junior Intermediate and Senior divisions. Openers include 1:20 p.m. Ganden Me vs Wall Street Baptist and 2:15 p.m. Grace M. Bove vs First M. EB. ve. St. Paul's Ofg. in Junior action. Intermediate games begin 7:15 p.m. Burton Avenue Baptist vs Evangelical, plus other matchups. Senior schedule features 8:20 p.m. South gym games.

Saiuday School Waterloo Yo M. C.A Gast High Ganden Wall Street Baptist Grace M. Bo Kirst Baptist First M. EB St. Paul's Ofg Christ Episcopal First Presbyterian First Congregational Burton Avenue Baptist Evangelical North Gys Northminster Presbyterian Walnut Baptist Southerm Linden M Piest Brethren Central Christian South Gem Westminster Presbyterian S. Christ Episcopal Grace M We Me St. Paul's P.m North First Baptist Irst Congregational South Gyi Birst M. G Greear An Linden M. E United Brethren

Penn College Grid Team Is Strong For 1926 Season

Oskaloosa Iowa AP Penn College prepares for 1926 with 11 letter men returning from a veteran squad. Armistice day crowd reaches 14 500 for a home game, gate receipts total 802 and expenses 1450. Coach estimates good prospects for next year. Two 1926 games scheduled including a trip to Los Angeles for Dec 4 and a Grinnell match early in the season.

A.M. Sandderson Notre Dame Ind Southern California Knute Angeles Grinnell Simpson

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