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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1929
Page
6
New rule ends the dead-ball status on fumbles recovered by the defense, ending the element of uncertainly in football. The changes, praised as restoring regularity, extend the dead-ball status to fumbles and kicks, shifting emphasis toward merit and reducing gambling-like thrills for spectators.
Waterloo's three Catholic basketball teams compete tonight two in intra city play and one against a foreign quintet Sacred Heart hosts Q L V A at 8 pm Immaculate Conception of Charles City visits St Marys Fourth Street gym A large crowd is expected for the Sacred Heart game with Tim Murphy and William Mehl in good form A girls game follows at St Marys between ninth and tenth grades.
Toledo American Legion basketball team defeated Steely's Shamrocks 81 to 24 at East High School. Dell Raymond, a former Cornell star, led Steely with eight field goals as Toledo used a late stall to blunt Waterloo's aggression. Stewart, Cook and Hubbard starred for Toledo with decisive scoring while the Shamrocks struggled throughout.
In Bradenton Florida on February 19 Judge Emil Fuchs led the Boston Braves in their first workout of the season. Coached by Johnny Evers and Hy Gowdy the side lined up 15 players as Fuchs eyed third baseman Lester Brito while news from New York said Dugan balked at terms. Fremont names Houston Davis mayor after Willard Bane’s death.
In Miami Beach on February 19, Pa Stribling sparred with reporters over referee selection for the Sharkey Stribling bout at Flamingo Park on February 27. He refuses to accept Brassil or Sheehan and demands a Massachusetts Boxing Commission decision, with Dempsey warning of a final pick by the promoter if needed. Sharkey’s manager Buckley presses for one of the Boston men, while Dempsey seeks a resolution and notices Stribling’s protest stems from bets on Stribling.
Five years of growth have transformed college athletics golf and tennis more than professional baseball boxing. Football gate receipts soar from 16 000 to 36 million annual crowds. colleges rely on football profits to fund programs. Notable figures include Tilden Jones Grange Nurmi Moss and Pancho.
Mr and Mrs M F Murray of Hinsdale announce the birth of a daughter at St Luke's Hospital Chicago on February 15. The mother was formerly Miss Dorcas Stanton, daughter of Mrs Ruth Stanton of Us city.
State Teachers College cagers defeated Penn College 34 to 25 in Ceder Falls. Flower and Haberichter combined for 25 points, starting strong with early baskets and sustaining a steady edge as Penn rallied briefly in the first half. Cavey and Tubbs led Quakers with eight points each, while Parsons hosts the last home game and final conference tilt.
Courier Special Service Ames, Feb 19 Over 150 Iowa high school wrestlers from more than 18 schools are set for the fourth annual state wrestling meet at Inwa State college Friday and Saturday. A Nebraska game Friday and an Oklahoma Aggies wrestling meet Saturday cap a weekend of events. Defending champs include Ruggles Ames 145-pound and Sergeant Marshalltown heavyweight. Cresco won last year with 22 points, Town Training Eldora second with 16. Teams entering for the first time include Stanhope Scranton Odeboldt Clinton Lisbon Elkader Cole Jordan Belle Plaine Union Aldama Fort Madison.
West High school boys basketball, coached by Jack Skein, will host Vinton on Wednesday and University High on Friday in Iowa City to trial a proposed out of bounds rule. The novelty will replace the tip-off, aiming to speed play and equalize possession. The team beat Vinton earlier, and the schedule includes a prior game against Cedar Falls reserves.
Paddy Harmon announced today that light heavy weight champion Tommy Loughran will face Mickey Walker in Chicago. The bout is set as part of plans to open a costly new indoor sports palace in the Windy City, signaling a major boxing event this season.
Promoter Paddy Harmon announced a Tommy Loughran versus Mickey Walker West heavyweight title bout at Chicago Stadium on March 13. Canzoneri and Ray Miller would also fight on the same card as the arena opens. Loughran to receive 55 percent of gate with Walker earning $11,000 if Walker wins and $50,000 if Walker loses, plus payment obligations to Canzoneri and Miller. Gate projected over $400,000 for opening show, guaranteeing Loughran at least $156,000.
Purdue 20, Indiana 16, Michigan 24 in overtime. Wisconsin 27, Northwestern 93. Marquette 18, Detroit 14. Concordia 81, John's University 24. Ohio State 35, Chicago 31. Washington University 53, Oklahoma M 32. Real estate transfers record Ed Madigan trustee to H J Pfeiffer Lot 333 Galloway addition Waterloo and Lot 2 Block 6 Blower's addition Waterloo.
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