Military men and coaches linked in 1934 national sports scene
Comdr Dave Bartelma, ex Minnesota wrestling coach, wins mythical 1934 pigskin title and later coaches at North Dakota. Others include Lt Walt Schroeder Notre Dame 1939, Lt Allen Sturgis who impressed Temple line play for a pro spot with the Eagles, Lt Fred Maass Lafayette halfback and Nutley high school coach, Lt Larry Beaumont ex Kansas basketball standout looping a Navy plane. Chief petty officer Art Sykes of Elmira, NY, who fought eight rounds in 1934 before losing to Joe Louis, and Lt Don Strachan and CPO Paul Burke tied to Syracuse and squash glory. Capt Bud Ward, amid Philippine duties, moved from the 85th Fighter Wing to Army headquarters in Manila with 83 discharge points, eyeing Lt Col status. Sat Body Manuel Boo dy, once Denver sports writer, writes from Metz, France that sports activity is reviving as he heads toward the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Bartelma
University of Minnesota
North Dakota State
Walt Schroeder
Notre Dame
Allen Sturgis
Temple
Philadelphia Eagles
Fred Maass
Lafayette
Nutley
N. J
Larry Beaumont
University of Kansas
Art Sykes
Elmire
N. Y
Joe Louis
Don Strachan
Philadelphia
Paul Burke
Syracuse University
Philippines
Bud) Ward
85Th
Army Headquarters
Manila
Ward
Manuel Boody
Denver
Metz
France
Pacific
USC Trojans Set for Rose Bowl Rematch on New Year
USC coach Jeff Cravath and nine returning lettermen, led by captain Jim Callanan, prepare for the Rose Bowl on January 1, 1946. The Trojans boast a strong lineup, aiming to resume their success after the prior Rose Bowl win over Tennessee, while other West Coast teams lag with older rosters and fewer stars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Southern California Trojans
Jeff Cravath
Jim Callanan
Tennessee
Trojans
Portraiture in the Virginia Historical Society notes
The Virginia Historical Society releases notes on 91 portraits, including artists William Garl Brown Edward Caledon Bruce and others. Essays recount Bruce’s Winchester ties and a Lee portrait, with biographical sketches, studio details, and the society’s history and publishing efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Garl Brown
Edward Caledon Bruce
Winchester
John A. Elder
James W. Ford
Louis M. D. Guillaume
William James Hubard
John B. Martin
Virginia
Frederick
Warren
John Marshall
Rouss City
Motes
Valentine Museum
Bruce
Thomas H. Ellis
Richmond
Lee
Petersburg
State Capitol
Washington
C. B. Rouss
Rouss
Broadway
N. Y
Nagle
Thomas Sully
Philadelphia
Judge Nicholas
Richard Evelyn Byrd
McCaw
Ian
Winchester News
West Boscawen Street
P. W. Boyd
John Bruce
Winchester Academy
Lucy Balmaine Bruce
Alexander Balmaine
Frederick Parish
Lee Bruce
Barr
Virginia Historical Society
Charles Broadway Rouss
New York
Edward James Wilson
Antiquary
James
Thomas Jefferson
Woodrow Wilson
Jefferson
Robert E. Lee
Benjamin H. Hill
Rebecca Yancey Williams
Clayton Torrence
Virginia Magazine of History and Biology
Lee House
O Sullivan Trade Journal Aims 65 000 Circulation
The O Sullivan Trade Journal plans to expand to 65 000 copies monthly as soon as conditions permit. The publication will cover O Sullivan Rubber Co local and national news, plant employees, user photos, and industry developments with new sections on merchandising and shoe repair industry trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Sullivan Kidder
O'Sullivan Rubber Co., Inc
O'Sullivan
Funkhouser Chain of Industries
Winchester
United States
E. W. (Scotty) Fairbairn
Card of Thanks for Wife and Mother
Lem Anderson and Daughter acknowledge kindness during illness and death. Grateful for flowers and cars provided by friends and neighbors. Date August 8, 1911.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lem Anderson
Thirteen Dead in Port Arthur Elevator Blast
Thirteen people were listed dead and nine missing after an explosion wrecked a grain storage elevator in Port Arthur. The blast destroyed all four walls and hurled bodies up to 200 feet away, with flames described as a sheet 200 to 300 feet long. Most casualties were workers at the elevator. early estimates ranged up to 19 dead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Arthur
Ont
Fort William
Reach Agreement On Targets In Japan Air War Plan
The army navy and air forces reached a satisfactory understanding on air targets in Japan. Representatives of Admiral Nimitz General Spaatz and General MacArthur divided the home islands into areas and arranged for Army strikes in one area while Navy targets another. The strategic air force will select high priority targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaum
Army
Navy
Japan
Nimitz
Spaatz
MacArthur
Anette
Strategic Air Force
Altitude range of Washington D C from sea level to 420 feet
The approximate mean altitude of the District of Columbia is 150 feet above sea level. The lowest point is sea level at the Potomac River and the highest point is 420 feet at Tenleytown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District of Columbia
Potomac River
Tenleyton
Notice of Personal Debt Responsibility
George C Braithwaite declares he will not be responsible for debts other than those he incurs. The statement is dated in the format and references an identifier (8-8-1).
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Bugh S. Fullermon, Jr
Russ Newland
Rven Fullermn, Jr
San Francisco
Ervicemen
Ats
Aleutians
Nany
Ace
James Gordon Bennett
England
Pal
Paddy Murphy
California
Gene Tunney
Jack Dempsey
Winchester Furniture Company
South Main Street
Dial
Sam
Dr. Ltd
Montgomery Ward
S. Loudoun St
Clarke County
Carter
O'Sullivan Trade
Bod
Washington, D. C
J. B
George C. Braithwaite
D. C
Frederick County
J. W. Grove Furniture CO
Loudoun Street
Crosley
Apex
Loudoun St
Delia American Palmist
Martinsburg Pike
Winchester, VA
Riverside
Riverside Tires
Riversides
Wards
America
South
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