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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
Amateur Basketball

The North End YMCA Crusaders will stack up agak,st their fastest rivals, the Kings. for the fourth straight year today in the feature game of a triple bill at the North End Y hut tonight. The Crusaders never winning sport from the Kings, except to break the jinx to- day. etc Santopietro, fiashy Crusad- CT, and oncoming star 10 the North End varsity, will be seen at guard with Capt. Lou Rinaldi, who also was the hero in many battle. while Joe Giordano with ea average or tea points a game. will be at cen- ter, and John Kushusay, lanky forward, will be aided by Sal Bosco, hero of the Pioneer game. A plan set to stop Pete Santopietro Is set by the Kings as they will use two men against him.
 Chick Pannone and George Rollo will be seen at guard for the Kings; Orsini center and Fatts Mettilo and Art Finnelli will be seen at forward. The game Is slated for $50 with Buff Carlo officiating.
 In other games the Royals will meet the highly touted and league leading Spartans IS. at 2 p. n. and the Tommies will meet St. Mary's at 2;45 p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
P0RTER'S MITE /. TESTED TODAY
Winter Book Kentucky
 Derby Choice at Santa Anita Race
By JACK GUENTHER


 aSnta Anita Park, Col, Feb. Il. (UP)The first authentic preview of the $50,000 Santa Anita Derby comes off today the winter-book favorite oPrter's Mite faces the strongest field and the longest distance Of his career in the San Vincente han dicap.
 This $l0,000 stake for thre-year- olds over seven furlongs attracted IS of the best colts and Allies train- ing in California. Despite the fore- cast of continued rain, Trainer Ted Horning planned to start the bay son of the oPrter.
 "Porter's Mite Is note afraid of the mud" Horning said.
 The colt was top-weighted at 126 pounds, the burden he will have to bear in the Derby Feb. 9. The Mites 17 rivals were assessed any where from six to 26 pounds less. It will be the first time the W. E. Boe- ing ace has travelled more than 6 12fu nlr-ogs. wi fgarfgtharfgt 6 1-2 f,irlongs.
 Real Class
 Strongest opposition is expected to come from Mrs. B. Franzheim's Xalapa Cwoln, carrying l20 pounds; Mrs. F. A. Carreaud's Time Alone, handicapped at 1l7 pounds; and T.. D. Taggert's Yale O'NNine. bearing ll4. Mrs. Franzheims entry may be scratched if the footing is too slick.
 Alfred Gwynn Vanderbilt, had all his four Derby hopefuls entered. Impound will carry 1l2 pounds, Hysterical 10s, Atavistic l07 and race Riot l02. Charles s. Howard had a pair running;-Hy Camp bearing 106 pounds. and Grey Nurse, low weighted at 100. Other Derby elig- lbies were Norman Church's Sweet Fancy, 1l2; Fairmont stables Bub- bling Joy, 107; Neil McSarthy's Ally, Morning Breeze, l07; Cleveland Put nam's First Port, 102; and L. J.. Whitehill's Terry Kerry, l05.
 One of the two entrants not eligible for the Derby is William Ziegler's surprise colt, Out Mat, used chiefly as work mate for the sen- sational Fl Chico last season. But Out Mat is @ highly regarded horse these days and has been impcsted with 1i8 pounds.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
Sports QUESTIONS Answered

Have you Q sports question you want answered? Write your ques- ton clearly. slgn your name and addres and mall your query to Sports Fan Question MEn, Sports Service Bureau. The Democrat, tOlS 18th Street, Washington, D. C.. enclosing . three cent postage stamp for q personal reply.
 e, When did jockey clarenc'
 A. December ls, 1880, at the az, of thirty-one.
 e. When did Jimmy Foxx have hi best home run season9 Was he for. merly a catcher ??
 A. Foxx's best home run season fl the majors was 1882, when he hi fifty-eight. During his first few sea- sons with Philadelphia Foxx per. formed almost exclusively as . catcher. NN9 Ns
 e. Why do boxers bandage theii hands before putting on the gloves for a fighte
 A. TO aid in preventing broken kpuckles or other serious damage to their hands.
 lsQ. Did Notre Dame ever play in the Rose Bowl football game at Pasadenae
 A.. Notre Dame's only appearance was in 1925 when they defeated Stamford, 27 to 10.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
NORTON GRINDERS
 VS LITHS TONIGHT
Strong Worcester Team Make First Visit to
 Waterbury

The Worcester, Mass, Norton Go. Grinders, one of the classiest in- dustrial basketball teams in New England, stack up against the K. of L. at g o'clock tonight at St. Jo- seph's hall.
 The Nortons have 6 crack outfit and all the players with one eXcep- ton, are etmpolyed by the Norton Co. at Worcester.
 The squad Is composed of q vet eran group of huskies who have compiled a brilliant record on the court. They hold victories over the Naugatuck Keds and Hartford Air craft and extended the West Haven Red Devils into overtime before dropping a thriller three weeks ago.
 The Nortons also set back the Meriden Endees last year and the season before when the Silver City club was just, about the best in the Nutmeg State.
 St. Joseph's Holy Name will be featured in the 7:30 preliminary, with dancing following the feature game.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
ST. THOMAS N. E. WINS

The St. Thomas Holy Name sar- iors dcfated the N. f. Trojans who sl bstituted for the Pals who were l:able to play by the score of 3S- ab at the Pearl Street Community House, Johnny Martin starred for the winners with II points, fol- lowed by Colgan and Keeley who scored 8 and 6 points respectively
 The Holy Manners will travel to Meriden on Tuesday to meet St.
 Rose in a return game. the Holy Manners winning the first encoun. CT played here. Coach Joe Butler wants the following 10 meet in the St. Thomas club rooms on Beacon street at G,3$ p, m.. Joe Landolfi
 Al Colgan. Johnny Martin. Cal Stolfi. Charlie Keeley. Hadda Joyce
 Toots .Nardozzi. Paul Clear, George Banziger, and -" "Ozzie" Cronan,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
THIS SPORTING WORLD
TRACK CLUB FACES RUIN

Waterbury was once the home of quite a few track and field athletes who could do better than "hold their own" in nearly every meet they took part in. For the past few years, the runners and jumpers have been a real effort through organization of the 20th Century Club, which has adver- tised Waterbury from Boston to nations capitol, Washington, D. c.
 Because of lack of funds to "keep going" tafter all-what can you buy with medals and tro- phies, unless you hook 'em?) the club is about to disband. The sit- uation is explained in the follow ing note from the Mighty Mite, Antonio (Inches) Delmonico, a marathon runner himself, despite his size and a prime organizer of the club. He says:
 Wat is going to be the future of the 20th Century Track Club?
 After three years as one of the leading track clubs in the east the 20th Century Track Club, of Wa terbury, Conn. will have to dis band unless 1t is able to raise around three hundred dollars ($300) to carry on throughout the coming outdoor season. The mem- bers of the club have represented Waterbury in track meets from Boston along the eastern coast to Washington, D. c. Never failing to bring home some sort ofa trophy or medal. In taking part in these meets they had to pay their own expenses and also entry fees that went along with the meet. Since the majority of the members are high school and college stars they cannot afford to pay their expenses This is one sport where a star cannot turn pro and capitalize on his ability as a track star as in other sports. He is a real amateur when he must pay to run in track meets. It is true if he is a member of a rich club his expenses will be paved by the club, but this Is not the case of the local club. This is the reason why the local club has not participated in ang of the in door meets in Boston and New York this indoor season.
 There are about fifteen outdoor meets thnt the local hAvs urn,,ld like to participate in this, coming outdoor season which will com imence around the middle of March with the long distance running. The state A. A. U. Championships will be held this year in June so that some of the better ones will be able to parti- cipate in the Nationals in July.
 Last year the club had its great est outdoor season when 1t won eight state titles one more than another club in the state. It also holds titles in Boston and other cities in Mass. Lets hope that the money can be raised and the club continue to win more titles and trophies. Anyone wishing to assist the club can do so by sending 1t either to this paper or the 20th Century Track Club P. O. Box AIS Waterbury,. Conn.
 Manager of Sports
 Antonio "Inches" Deimonaco
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
Mack, Ban0la Lose :
 In Home Town

New Britain, Conn.,, Feb. II - tU. P) - Mike Kaplan, Boston light weight, continued his march toward the big-time today, his professional record unsinirched by defeat. Kap- Ian, weighing l40, was awarded a l0-round decision victory over John- ny Mack, local A39-pounder, here last night.
 The victory was Kaplan's 22nd in row since he turned professional. It came on his 20th birthday.
 Kaplan was given six rounds by the referee, one went to Mack and three declared even. There were no knockdowns although both fighters were in trouble in a wild and woody third round.
 Eddie Ellis, l88. Hartford, won the decision over Wally Bonola, i75, New Britain. in a six-round semi final. Dick Turcotte, Waterbury. won over Pat Casey, Hartford in a fast four round 90.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
Totals ........,.. 16 1 & JAYVEES OF N. E. Y.
 MEET AViGLIANESE

The north end "" Jayvees will oppose the strong Aviglianese team tonight at 8 o'clock at the north end "" in a feature contest. Coach Jim elGobbo's "" boys will be composed of Danny Sfarzo,, Chick" Bannon. Nick Santopietro, Nick Ri- naldi,' Walt Eschenko, A. Jacovino, Stan ,,valeski, Joe Celantano and Tommy Santa Lucia. Dan Briotti, coach of the Aviglianese, will start Pep" Cicero, former Leavenworth high star, verrastro, Santora, Mat tolini, Petronis and other Italian stars.
 In the preliminary contest. Jimmy Egans Pal Coeds will play the Wood- bury girls. The Pal Coeds will show Merry, DeLeone, Shadaska and other girl stars in their lineup. N
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
TRIBES RALLY
 BUT LOSE 28-25.
Baldwin Ureps Best in ''Hill" Feature Gents
 Come Through

Overcoming a 2l-7 handicap in two fast final periods, the Tribunes staged thrilling rally only to lose the feature game of the Washington out 28-25 to the Baldwin Preps in Park hoop league last night. The Robins were handed a 34--24 set back by the Gents in the prelirn- mary.
 Some snappy play in the first two periods provided the Props with a comfortable 21-7 margin at the half. Two quick hoops by Johnny Minor set the spark to the Tribes rally at the opening of the second half, and at the end of the third period, the score was 23-17.
 Until the final period the Robins played ,on even basis with the Ghents. The end of the first quar- ter showed 7-7 deadlock, and the Gents were ahead 19-11 at the half. Rapid tallies by Sweeney, Paventy, Montense and Marinelli brought the score to 21-20 at the third period but the Gents pulled away to vic- tory in the final round.
 The scores:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
ZAZA SWEEPSTAKES
 SCHEDULED TODAY

First annual Schoolboy zaza bowling sweepstakes were scheduled to get under way at the Tuxedo al- leys on Washington avenue this af. ternoon, with Q field of 50 com peting in the four-game competi- ton for a $40 first prize and other awards. Manager Hogan Jamele named 38 bowlers who have already signed for the event with many more expected today. Total pinfail will decide the winner.
 Those entered to date include Dr. R. Clemente, M. Viglianti, r Civitate, Al Comardo, Patsy zaza T. Salerno, P. Gugliemo, G. Perrine J. Zembruski, W. Sawasta, S. San topietro, F. Marinelli, A. Gamelin J. Fishetti, Eddie DiNapoli, D. Pape, R. orsini, T. Sculiy, J. Slat- tery, 1T. St. Mary, H. Gregory, J, Razno, Mike Sharon, M. zucca, D, Lucia, Nicky White, Mike Cipriano, B. Baldoni, George Backman, j. Lovallo, Rustl Rocci, Babe Guerrero, s. Wasselman, T. Marazano, c. Du- mochel, M. DiFronzo and Duke Montville.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
CROSBY SWIMMERS
 AT YALE POOL TODAY

Crosby High school swimmers won an easy 57-ls point victory voer New London Bulkeley last night at the Crosby, pool. the. winners get ting 8 first places in as many events. AssiA,a
 Today Tom Jackson and Jack BristG were scheduled to swim in the l50-yard medley relay of the state scholastic meet at the Yale University pool.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11

Schoolboy Basketball Schedule
Public School League

Public School League Week of February 18th: No games Monday--School closed
 Games Tuesday Duggan at slocum (Reteree-- Gerace).
 Webster at Barnard (Referee- BerardD.
 Driggs vs. Walsh at Kingsbury (Referee-Hyland). Woodrow Wilson at Hopeville (Referee-Kelly). Maloney at Washington tReferee -Day).
 Game Friday Kingsbury at Sprague Referee Hyland). Parochial League-Games Wednes
 Parochial League
 Games Wednesday At Washington park-4 p. m., SS Peter & Paul vs. St. Thomas: 4:30 p. n., Sacred Heart vs. St. Francis At Malonel gym-St. Ann's vs. St. Mary's Referee-Lonergan). At St. Joseph's hall-St. Mar garet vs. St. Joseph (Referee-Hy- land).
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
City Gymnastic Championship
 Results to Date

The City Gymnastic champion ship opened at the Turner Hall last night with 46 competitors chiefly from the Waterbury Gym nastic Club and The Waterbury Turner's with the Gymnasts sight ly in the lead at the end of the days performances. Tonight the mems and womens championships will be determined and the exercises in the various grades completed. Tonight will be the night of thrills when the best performers in Waterbury and vicinity put on their final per- formances for city honors. Dancing will follow the awarding of prizes.
 The result last night in the Junior City championship with John Thomas Waterbury Gymnasts lead- ing Fred Wisdorn and Ed. Gagain by 5 points. First grade girls, Anne Stasiulaitis and W. c. Gym nasas lead Rorothy Butler. Turner's, by 4 of a point. With Marguerite Foy. Turner's, in third place.
 Girls novice finds Patricia Thomas and Rita Murphy tied and Mildred Kalvait in third place.
 First grade men, Frank Foffo. w. Gymnast, lead George Hooel, Tur- CTS, by point.
 Boys class, Albert Wiedor1i, Turner's, leads Frank Perotti, Gym nasts, and Herbert Jabs by two points with everything completed but tumbling.
 Mems Championship, Michael Mobile. Waterbury Gymnasts, leads Daniel Smith, Turner's, by l point.
 Second grade, Charles Stankus, w. Gymnasts, leads his fellow club mates. Nick Lombardo and Charles Marcylinas by points.
 The ladies championship was not held and will be completed tomor- row. s.Y. i.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
NAUGY WIPED

Naugatuck High dropped a hoop thriller last night at New Haven by 40-s9 count, Commercial High winning the game, in the last few seconds of play, while Naugatucl owned e 22-i7 lead at half time Dunn and Loman with 27 points between them were standouts for the borough outfit. Celentano with Ii points led the winning to afns scoring.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
RIDEOUT TWIN TOPS
 CUNNINGHAM MARK

New York, Feb. II - (U.P) - Blaine Rideout, one of the running twins of North Texas State Teach- CTS College, ran the fastest flat mile ever recorded in New York City in the Sevent Regiment games last night.
 He was timed in 4:l4.7 as he fln- ished l5-yards ahead of Brother, Wayne, who was 35 yards In front of John Borican. middle distance flash from Tlberson, N. J., making his first eight furlong start. There were Ave other contenders His mark bet- tered New York's flat mile mark of 4;l5.2 set by Glenn Cunningham last year. .4lu.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
U. s. WINS

Zurich, Switzerland, Feb. Il --(U P) - George Quirk scored the win ming goal in the second overtime period when the United States de- feated Czechoslovakia 10 in the final round-robin playoffs for the world amateur hockey champion ships yesterday.
 Canada remained undefeated by overwhelming switzerland's strong teams TO.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
CANADIANS ON
 EAST FARM ICE

The Canadian Hockey Club (for- nner St. Ann's Midgetse) will oppose the East Farm school Midgets on the E. Farm arena at 200 clock this afternoon.
 The following players will please report at 1:l5 this afternoon; Henry B&ribault, Donald Langlois. Ger main Fournier, Garceau. William Murphy, Pageot, Pereault, valler- and, LarOse, Jean Paul Cloutier, (Revere), Houle. Ernest Boisvert, A, Boiverts, PUroulx, and Roland La- poriere.
 on Lincoln't Day the Canadian Hockey Club will take on the Reid vlils Midgets.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
FIGHT RESULTS
(By United Press)

New Britain, Conn, Mike Kaplan, l40, Boston, decisioned Johnny Mack. 139. New Britain, (l0): Eddie Ellis. 18s, Hartford, decisioned wally Bonola, 175. New Britain t6); Jackie Alexander, i34. New Britain, techni- cally kayoed Bobby Gibbons. i30, Bridgeport (2): Dick Turcotte, i4l, Waterbury, decisioned Pat Casey, i%2. Hartford tD; Eddie Mays. i4i, Hartford, and Lou Dell, l38, Hart ford, (both disqualified).
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
Murphys on Top

The Murphy All-Stars dovned the Second Congregational church team by score of 32--ii at the Second Congregational gym. The All-stars won with easc, and never throughout the entire contest were they headed by their opponents. Hoops" Carrierc and c. T. Murphy, flashy guards, starred for the Murphy All-stars with l2 and 10 points respectively Mastriano and 0riffen turned in good performances also. The All Stars limited their opponents to three points in the second half. The Mur- phy All-stars challenge the leading junior teams in the city. For games phone 3-5798.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
MAMIE M'DONNELL
 SWEEPS ON TODAY

Outstanding female bowlers from all parts of the state will be seen In action today ct Thomaston where the third annual Mamie Mcconnell Sweepstakes arc carded z. for the Thomaston Recreation Alleys. Last years winner, Miss Mcdonnell, will not compete, but Rose Simmons of Hartford. 1887 winner. is entered with Mary and Ida ! Corrington, Josephine Habib. Nellie Cone and Dorothy Larson of Waterbury to roll for prizes after l:so,p. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
DIVINE WINS

,johu DeYine was 75 to 52 win- rsr in the Class A amateur pocket hII]lar6 tournament at the Woos- IF parlors, his opponents be-. m T0ps Taylor, the big orange man rom Florida.
 sS664 DeCorso and Lanny Lamin- loIn Werc scheduled for the next
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
ARMSTRONG vS PACHO

Havana, Feb, li--(UP.l l-Henry Armstrong will defend his welter- weight crown in q i5-round bout against Bobby Pacho March 4 js Tropical Stadium. the National Sports Commission announced to- day.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
CRESCENTS WALLOP
 CHANGERS, 5l-33

The Crescents walloped the Vol colt Grange basketeers recently at the Pearl St. Neighborhood house 51-33.
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The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11
BASKETBALL RESULTS fBy United Press)

Fordham 72. Canisius 80.
 Long Island U. 6S. Scranton 53. clarkson Tech 6l, Colgate M.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11

Score at half time: Gents i9 Robins l3. Referee: Mccormack.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-02-11

Sore at half time: Props 2i, Tribes 2. Referee: Mccormack.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1939-08-28
DEATH DODGERS
 AT EXPOSITION
2=Hour Circus of Death Planned for Springfield
 Fair

Springfield, Mass, August 28. - Thrills designed to test the skill and courage of professional dare devils, as well as hoist the blood pressure of thrill seekers and give the latest creations of automotive engineers terrific beating will be produced by Jimmie Lynch's Death Dodgers in their two hour circus of death at the Eastern States Exposi- tion, in five day engagement which begins on Sunday afternoon, Sep- tember 17, and concludes on Thurs day, September q.
 It will be the first appearance in New England of Lynch and his trained corps of fearless and highly skilled pilots, and the noted stunt performer, by special permission, comes to the exposition direct from the New York Worlds Fair where he has established a new high in both attendance records and in thrill performances since the open ing of the Flushing show last April.
 In distinct innovation for the Eastern States Exposition and pro- viding something entirely new as a Sunday feature, Lynch and his as- sistants will stage special two hour show Sunday afternoon, September IT, at the grandstand when all the thrillers that pack his programs will be presented for the opening day audiences. His appearances will be continued each afternoon on Mon- day, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at the grandstand in con- junction with the light harness races and vaudeville programs, and the speed and thrill carnival will be concluded with championship auto mobile races on Friday and Satur- day, September 9 and 23, the clos ing days of the annual fall show.
 While Jimmie Lynch may have been now to an Eastern public when he opened at New York, he has thrilled millions since, and comes to the Exposition with an enchanced reputation that had made him the last word in daredevils at the great shows and exhibitions of the middle and far west.
 Opening the Sunday and daily programs with a series of sensation al reverse spins, with Lynch himself at the wheel of one car, backing down the track at top speed and whirling within their own length, there will not be dull moment un- til Bobby Maynard, youth from Texarkana, Texas, sends a sedan hurtling end over end, side over side, and Lynch catapults stock sedan completely over a two ton truck. Lynch's entourage, all trained per- sonally by the noted stunt pilot, will include 13 highly skilled and spec ialized drivers, each trained to per- form some feat that almost defies imagination.