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July 15, 1950

July 15, 1950

The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. In each issue, you'll find news, features and opinions about the NHL and leagues across North America and the world.

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Ebbie’s Record Renews Hope

St. Louis. Mo.— Ebbie Goodfellow’s record with the St. Louis Flyers has given Chicago Black Hawks fans aidded hope that they may finally make the playoffs in the near future. When he was hired by the Flyers’ management Goodfellow was told to “lift the Flyers out of the celler — you have two years in which to do it.” That was in the 1947-48 season. Not only did Ebbie take the lowly St. Louis club out of the celler but he raised them higher than they’d ever been before. Two years after he took over, the Flyers won the A.H.L. championship with one of the best cluba ever to perform in the loop.…

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Happy Birthday to You

JULY 15 TO AUGUST 14 July 18—John Mahaffy, Hershey, forward, 1919. 19—Dick Irvin, Montreal, coach, 1892; Bob Carse, Cleveland, forward, 1919; Ducky Skinner, San Diego, coach, 1916. 20—Gil St. Pierre, Louisville, forward, 1928. 21—John Peirson, Boston, forward, 1925. 23—Gordon Petrie, San Diego, forward, 1919; Fred Vajenti, New Westminister, forward. 1919; Lyall Wiseman, Indianapolis, forward, 1927. 25—Ed Harrison, Boston, forward, 1927. 27—Andy Barbe, Pittsburgh, forward, 1923; Jerry Fodey, Victoria, goaler, 1924. 29—Bill Benson, Pittsburgh, forward, 1920; Ted Lindsay, Detroit, forward, 1925. 30—Wingy Johnston, Tacoma, forward, 1920. August 1—Eddie Bruneteau, Omaha, forward, 1919; Pete Kalapaca, Seattle, forward, 1922; Sanr Lavitt, Minneapolis, defense, 1922; Enio Sclisizzi, Indianapolis, forward, 1925. 2—John McCormack, Toronto, forward, 1925. 4—Meil Colville, New York, coach, 1924; Walter Dorohoy, New Westminister, forward, 1923; Maurice Richard, Montreal, forward, 1921; Harry McQues-ton, Detroit, Sub, goaler. 1916. 5—Gordon Davidson, Buffalo, defense, 1918. 6—Gerry Couture, Detroit, forward, 1925. 7—Lawrence Peterson, Fresno,…

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The Hockey News

THE INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY WEEKLY Founded October 1, 1947 Published by Hockey News Company, 608A Sun Life Building. Montreal. Que. Yearly Subscription Price $2.50 in Canada — $3.60 in U.S.A. Authorized as second class mall, Post Office Department, Ottawa. Printed in Canada Vol. 3 July 15, 1950 No. 33 HOCKEY UPS ITS SIGNING AGE Professional hockey reverted back to a pre-war rule recently when it announced, through President Clarance Campbell of the National Hockey League, that in future no player under 18 years of age will have overtures made to him with regards to his future in the game. The wartime rule was brought into effect owing to the scarcity of experienced players. In reverting back to its pre-war rule hockey in general has cooled off one of the most controversial issues it has ever had to deal with. Educational authorities…

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Frank And Bill End Careers

MONTREAL, Que.— Two of hockey’s all-time great goalers terminated their careers this season. With the Hawks getting Harry Lumley in their recent four for five trade it leaves Frigid Frankie Brimsek in the deep freeze. Although no mention has been made of his retirement, most observes believe that he will quit the game and return to his business on a full time basis. Meanwhile, in Montreal, Goaler Bill Durnan told General Manager Frank Selke that he’s definately through with hockey. Offered a contract tor one more season Big Bill told the Montreal G. M. that his nerves are shot and that he cobldn’t stand another season in goal. When he was offered a contract to stand by as sub-goaler to Gerry McNeil he also refused. He said he didn’t want to embrrass McNeil. Durnan is now…