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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1940
Page
5
Article notes Al M'Coy facing tough challenge and the crowd crowding the arena as the fighter presses for a decisive win. Officials report steady odds and a dramatic clash anticipated between rival boxers with high stakes for the title punch.
Charles Town in Jefferson County West Virginia hosts a storied racing tradition dating to the 18th century. Early advertisements show purses of 40 pounds and 100 dollars with races run under the Frederickburg Jockey Club rules, linking modern tracks to colonial bloodstock and notable local families.
The record notes that Williamsburg Virginia began as Middle Plantation, settled in 1632, and was known by that name until 1699 when it became Williamsburg. It reflects a historical name shift for the city.
Handley places three players on the All-CVAL eleven for 1940. Fort Hill dominates backfield. Martinsburg and Hagerstown also place multiple players. Allegany sits with no first team selections as the lineup is released by the five coaches.
Nashville Vols reportedly seek Boots Poffenberger amid minor league convention buzz. St Louis Browns announce cash purchase of Fritz Ostermueller and Denny Gatehouse from the Boston Red Sox and signal interest in a catcher.
Max Baer, the former heavyweight champion, proves more applauded on the musical comedy stage than in boxing. His Boston tryout of Hi Ya Gentlemen drew cheers as he joked about Shakespeare and boxing, noting he outshines Barrymore in his current racket.
The article lists Hagerstown and Handley players at center and backfield positions led by Stewart Laidlow of Martinsburg as top passer. It notes first team averages 172 pounds against 168 for the second team, with ten seniors on the first team, and several juniors and a sophomore among starters.
Georgetown Hoyas earned a New Year’s Day bowl bid after a near perfect season, inviting Mississippi State to the Orange Bowl on January 1. MSU’s high scoring offense and top national ranking were noted, while Georgetown’s 23 game unbeaten streak ended by Boston College.
Funeral costs are discussed candidly with emphasis on adequate facilities and trained staff. The message notes prices are often higher than actual charges and highlights value offered by Jones Funeral Home.
The national coaches agree no major changes to football rules this year. Lou Little of Columbia led the rules committee with no questionnaire sent. A dozen pet ideas appeared in the AP survey, including an interpretation on buck laterals turning into forward passes.
The New Orleans Midwinter Sports Association announced all tickets for the Boston College versus Tennessee Sugar Bowl game have been sold. The stadium capacity is 70,000.
Leo Rodak and Bill Weinberg won their bouts while Maxie Shapiro and Julio Ortensio lost. A note from Frank Murray proposes rule changes including official timekeeper duties, longer end zones, and coach on-field access with penalties for errors.
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