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-w- SECTION SPORTS BUSINESS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1963 nn ham HTs Kin am IB OJ Happy Now PflHJFGH flR 'R uSSlKTflMT Cm Ague Recall. 1 niiubuiiini. nuuiuini.i uliu 'DELIGHTED' TO HAVE OFFICIAL; GETS 4-YEAR HIM, SAYS CONTRACT WILDCATS' HEAD COACHING JOB mil I.W Committee OK's -y -5. IPr Wfm IJL Vfflfnniir-'- jfayjQgtif TRIBUNE Staff Photo Alex Agase speaks at press conference after hit appoint ment yesterday as Northwestern football coach. Five Bears Selected on UPI 1963 tAP Wlrephotos Ara Parseghian, who yesterday ended 36-hour "holdout" by accepting Notre Dame head coaching post.

MIIpiiI I ii terday, when the press realized that Father Joyce and Parseghian were rowing in a third floor room of the campus hotel the Morris inn Devore twice went to the telephone to at tempt to get the parties down stairs. Both times he was re buffed. Devore accepted the re buffs as a gentleman and was the only Notre Dame man who went with Parseghian to Ara's car when the Northwestern man stormed thru the hotel lobby, made a terse statement, and left so visibly distraught that all of the press and alumni knew a very serious problem had arisen. Apologizes to Press Tonight Parseghian said he was sorry he gave the impres sion that he was shaken; Ara blamed this demeanor on the assassination of President Ken nedy, the pressure of North- western's disappointing 1963 football season, an illness in the family, and his lack of aware ness that a football coach could not tell a university vice presi dent the terms of a contract. Particularly, when the coach had sought out the job from the university.

Parseghian said tonight he was firmly convinced that he could help Notre Dame regain its former football prestige thru a three-point program: 1. An excellent coaching staff tailored to his own personality. This means the firing of most of the present Irish aids. 2. Excellent recruiting, which inspired Ara to declare: "You can't win games with the aver age football player; you must get the great football player." 3.

Excellent coaching. Par seghian added on point No. 3 "I'm convinced that my staff and I can give the boys a heck of a coaching job. Parseghian added that he had asked Father Joyce to retain Devore. This was a surprise.

since Notre Dame previously and often had announced that Devore had a lifetime job in its athletic department. Announcement Ends Confusing Impasse Continued from page 1, part 1 lie. Parseghian later said that if he had the permission of Father Joyce, he might discuss the difficulty with the press or with his friends. Stunned Reaction There was a stunned reaction when it was learned that Notre Dame had agreed to take back the coach who had compounded the football coaching problem by walking out on yesterday's scheduled press conference. Yet no one left with criticism of the university or Parseghian.

The opinion was that Notre Dame and Parse ghian had agreed that they had been wrong to agree to disagree. Parseghian said: "I am sorry for what happened. I had no Idea of the importance of the Notre Dame coaching job when I vocally agreed to the university's offer. Today I called Father Joyce. I apologized for Monday's incident and asked him to send me a Notre Dame football jacket I have to wear a Notre Dame jacket tomorrow, when I leave for the East-West Shrine game in San Francisco, because now I'm the coach at Notre Dame.

"I couldn't wear a Northwestern jacket out there." Ara Makes Overture Father Joyce agreed, at tonight's press conference, that Parseghian had made the first overture to Notre Dame after yesterday's quarrel. He admitted it indirectly, but he admitted it. The situation that originally divided Parseghian and Notre Dame has not been absolutely defined by all parties as "personal." There originally was speculation here, not unanimously, that Parseghian insisted on bringing in his No. 1 aid at Northwestern, Alex Agase, at an astounding salary. The speculation increased after Agase was named as Parseg-hian's successor at Northwestern this afternoon.

The speculation was inflamed by Notre Dame's rapid subsequent announcement of Par- seghian's ratification following Northwestern indication mat Ara absolutely was out and that Agase was the new Wild cat football leader. Ara Not So Coy Not so, said Father Joyce, jovial critic of the press at this evening's conference. But in a mainly "no comment" inter view session, Father Joyce re fused to tell whether he and Ara had been arguing over Agase. Parseghian was not so coy. In Wilmette, Parseghian said: "Maybe I really shouldn't narrow this down, because I must respect Father Joyce's confidence.

Still, our disagree ment was on a personal matter. It had nothing to do -srith assist ant coaches. It had nothing to do with the athletic directorship I plan to take two of my present Northwestern aids from Northwestern, but I will have a new Stu Holcomb's Choice BY ROY DAMER It took Northwestern only as long as it takes to say "Alex Agase" for the university ath letic committee to name its new football coach yesterday, When it was learned Ara Parseghian had officially become the coach at Notre Dame, the Wildcats immediately put forth the name of Agase as successor to Parseghian at Northvrestern. Agase's selection was no sur prise. The committee action was forecast by The Tribune in late editions yesterday.

When Athletic Director Stu Holcomb was asked how many men were under consideration for the post, he answered, "Alex, period." Aease. 41. one of the elitter- intr nam in Whall rprtvpH a three-year contract for his first head coaching assignment. No salary terms were an nounced. In Hall of Fame Elevation to the top football job at Northwestern culminated an eventful year for Agase, a native of Evanston and a three- time All-American lineman, Earlier this month, he was in- ducted into the Collegiate Foot- ball Hall of Fame.

Agase is a man's man. a rugged type who slaps you on the back and has a resounding laueh. He was a ooDular selec- tion by Northwestern, having served as the too assistant to Parseghian in the eight years the latter had been the head coach. Holcomb saM Apace only recommendation he made for ParspphiAn' staff Th th. letic director also recommend- ed Alex to the school's athipth committee, which eave Aease its stamn snnrnval night.

By this time, Parseghian was out at Northwestern, no matter what happened at Notre rtamp gase, a cigar-cnomping tor- mer marine hero who earned me Dronze star ana rurpie Heart, was the picture of ex- cuement aiier tne news DroKe. He smilingly went thru two news conferences, the second ior reporters wno earner naa been at Parseghian's home. Agase said his first objective was to select a staff. He said he would talk to the North- western aids who are not go- mg to Notre name with Far- seghian and offer them iobs. It was indicated two or three wouid go with Ara.

1 won't bicker with Far- seghian about assistants," said Agase. "We've been tremen- dous friends so long and I want ti fen it that wav: I'll on slowly in selecting a staff. There are many good men around." Knows N. U. Problems The new top man said he probably would accentuate find ing an outstanding offensive coach as an assistant in the Continued on page col.

1 REV. EDMUND P. JOYCE a matter of routine. ALL SETTLED, CLAIMS ARA Differences Weren't Serious, He Says The telephone rang at 2:20 m. yesterday in Ara Parse- ghian's home in Wilmette.

The dynamic coach left a group of newsmen. He returned 20 minutes later with a smile on his face and a joke on his lips. The atmos phere relaxed. Everyone knew that Ara was the new coach at Notre Dame. Then Reads Statement He read the Notre Dame statement, then one of his own: "I regret the embarrassment to Notre Dame for the brief delay in signing a contract Everything is fine now and I look forward eagerly to direct ing the football fortunes of the Irish." Parseghian would not answer the big question: What had happened between him and Notre Dame Monday when their con-iractTsiening conference "blew VI can only say tne ounicuity was not as serious as inti mated." said Parseghian.

feel it was greatly exaggerated If it had been of a serious na ture, it wouldn't have been re solved. Denies Krause Report "It -had nothing to do with Krause; That speculation was ridiculous." There had been a report that Parseghian also wanted the job of Ed LMoose Continued on page 5, col. 4 College Basketball LAST NIGHT'S RESULTS Western Mirtitan, 92; Notre Dame, 19. Wisconsin 115; Gonzata, 71. Ohio S8; St.

John's CN. Y.l, 54. Geneva, 44; Alliance, 74. Viroinia Tech, 81; Georgia, 75. Princeton, Rutiers.

50. La Salle, Lehigh, 40. Oberlin, tii Western Reserve, 41. Wittenburr, 53; Muskingum, 45. Rhode Island, Brandeis, 5.

Harvard, II; M.I.T., 62. Williams, 4t; Union, 52. Miami 05; San Francisco, 13. Clemson, 53; Virginia, 52. Catholic Washington ft Lee, 71 Iowa Teachers, 85; Warfburg, St.

Proconias, 98; I. I. 75. William Penn, 76; Iowa Wesleyon, 74. Central Michigan, 95; Calvin, 48.

Lawrence Tech, 82; Detroit Tech, 43. Bloffton, 78; Indiana Tech, 77. West Tens State, 84; Western Ken. tucky, 83. Illinois Normal, 82; North Central, 75.

Buffalo, 82; Alfred, 54. Colgate, 88; Rochester, 48. Northeastern, 72; Tufts, 53. geston 78; New Hampshire, 72. ohr Cross, 95; Massachusetts, 79.

Assumption, 97; Siena, 43. Worcester Tech, 84; Nichols, 47. Southern Methodist, 97; Georf ia Tech, 75, Srracuse, 84; Cornell, 14. Texas Tech, 95; Oklahoma, 44. Indiana State, 88; Eastern Illinois, 81, Northern Michigan, 100; Westmont, 71 Other Scores on Pan 51 whonWiiafc II 1IV1I II UUVUMJ Passed Him Up Alex Agase.

who was named North western's foot-ball coach yesterday, had to admit he was overlooked by the Wildcats when he went to Illinois after graduation from Evanston High school. "I was a 165-pound guard then and I wouldn't have re cruited myself under those circumstances." he laughed. Agase weighed only 99 pounds when he entered high school. Asked his weight now. Alex replied.

"It's 220. but it was 230 two days ago." HAWKS CLASH WITH BRUINS Battle Tonight on Stadium Ice BY CHARLES BARTLETT The league-leading Chicago Black Hawks and the fifth- place Boston Bruins will play a National Hockey league match in Chicago Stadium to- night, beginning at 7:30 o'clock une was, oacx were ceu iy October, when the above statement would evoke anticipatory chuckles among Chicago hockey buffs, with a few sym pathetic murmurs for the eve- nine's victims the Bruins, per- enniai cellar dwellers, poor fellows. This positively ain't so this morning, when the Hawks, who have won only two of their last eight games for all their four game grip on league leader ship, get set to meet the now Improper Bostonians, the first ieam 10 win two games irom a Hawk crew which has gen- oeen tearing up tne league, Bruins Are Dangerous No, these are not the same Bruins who began this season In tte cellar and were picked unanimously to be there come season end next March 22. uk this pre-season forecast, uoacn MUt ocnmiat men nave flout.ed eir detractors right left, Tnev PPed the Hawks 4 45, uu ov. iu in oosron iinai was Chicago first loss in a montn anywnerej ana nignts later, scared their Stadium hosts bv coming from a 4 to 0 arrearaee to lose bv onlv 1 6 to 4.

Next thev took fifth niace from the New York Rangers with the biggest goal- fest of the season, an 8 to 6 Boston victory. On Dec. 4, the Bruins led in a Stadium match, 14 to 1. uoo Hull saved the eve ning for the Hawks by getting the tying goal with onlv 31 seconds left Hold Hawks Even Last Thursday night, the pesky Bruins won a 2 to 1 de cision over their Chicago guests, thus inspiiing the De- tro't Red wings to beat the league leaders. 5 to 4.

in Satur day's telecast game and carry on for a 4-4 tie in the Stadium last Sunday evening, I I 1 1 1 1.1 I -nucRey oianuing NATIONAL LEAGUE W. L. T. Pts.O.OO. CHICAGO 17 7 41 101 43 Montreal 14 33 77 Toronto 14 33 Detroit 13 4 7.7, 41 Boston 4 14 7 If 4 New York 7 II 4 It 12 10 GAMES TONIGHT Boston at CHICAGO.

Toronto of Montreal. Detroit at New York. 1, (David. Condon. Changed Story From Christmas until Christmas Zooms like a flash these days, It used to seem a lifetime In childhood's yesterdays.

Hilda Butler Farr. Remember Back When: Flight directions were painted on rooftops? K. Klover. Ten Years Ago Today Billy Graham won a unanimous 10-round decision over Paddy Young in Madison Square Garden. All Pro Team middle linebacker, won his po sition in a close five-man race.

Besides George, the Bears' defensive players honored were End Doug Atkins, Linebacker Joe Fortunato, and Safety Man Richie Petitbon. Mike Ditka, tight end, was selected from Chicago's offensive platoon. The team number of votes in parenthesis: OFFENSE-uarterbocK: Y. A. Tittle, New York 34; runnina backs: Jimmy Brown, Cleveland 142, and Tommy Mason, Minnesota' 1111; ends: Del Shofner.

New York 20, Bobby Joe Conrad, St. Louis IB, and Mike Ditka, Chicago 37; tackles; Forrest Greag, Green Bay 37, and Roosevelt Brown. New York 17 guards: Jerry Kramer, -Green Bay (31, and Ken Gray, St. Louts 151; center: Jim Ringo, DEFENSE Ends: Doug Atkins, Chicago 28, and Jim Katcavage, New York 15; tackles: Henry Jordan, Green Bay 22, ond Roger Brown, Detroit IS linebockers: Bill George, Chicago 12, Joe Fortunato, Chicago 32, and Bill Forester, Green Bay 12; halfbacks: Dick Lynch, New York 19, and Dick Lane, Detroit 131; safety men: Richie Petitbon, Chicago 24, and Lorry wuson, ar. Louis luj.

Johnny Morris, star Chicago Bears flanker, takes the day off, and his son, Timmy, 1, reaps the benefit. Timmy's mother, Jeannie, joins in the fun. tap wirephotoi Ara and Irish Began Talks in October ICbicato Tribone Prtss Service Notre Dame, Dec. 17 The Rev. Edmund P.

Joyce, executive vice president of Notre Dame, admitted tonight that negotiations with Ara Parseghian, Notre Dame's new head football coach, had started in late October. Parseghian contacted Notre Dame, Father Joyce said, and the university was assured that Northwestern university, where Parseghian has served as head coach for the last eight years, approved of Ara's flirting with another school. staff. This new staff may include a couple of Notre Dame men from the group I plan to interview." He'll Keep Devore One Notre Dame man whom Parseghian is certain to keep is Hugh Devore, the 53-year-old former Irish captain who coached the team in 1945 with a seven won, two lost, one tied record and who was summoned into the head coaching job last spring after the expected departure of Joe Ku-harich. Devore was more than a half hour early for Monday's abortive press conference.

Punted upstairs to the post of assistant athletic director, De vore obviously was embar rassed at having to be present while the press was expected to laud Parseghian. Devore's embarrassment was compounded by the appearance of several very prominent alumni, all of whom had been rushed in as window dressing to indicate that all Notre Dame football fans were satisfied with the appointment of Parseghian, the first non-Notre Dame coach since the appointment of Jesse Harper in 1913. As the tension mounted yes Charles O. Finley iuwwiJ Jimmy Brown Is Solid Choice New York, Dec. 17 (UPD Jimmy Brown of Cleveland was a unanimous choice today for the United Press International 1963 National Football league all-star team that included five players each from the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and New York Giants.

A panel of 42 writers who covered the N. season regularly three from each league city honored Brown by unanimous acclaim but cast an extremely close ballot for at least six other positions on the two-platoon team. Bill George, 33-year-old Bear 9n, JthsL WriuL of, ihsL VbuvA Chicoto Tribooe Press Serricel NDTRE DAME, Dec. 17 Charles O. Finley is the most colorful individual now in baseball.

His Kansas City Athletics next season will have three sets of fancy uniforms; one set will be seafdam green, another will be Fort Knox gold, and the third set will be sort of a wedding gown white. Finley's Bloomer Boys will foam green and the alert orange. The red face is inspired by a fury at Mr. Fresco Thompson, vice-president of the Los Angeles Dodgers and a member of the major league's rules committee. At the recent Thompson and accomplices outlawed the large catcher's glove that was developed to handle knuckle ball pitchers such as Hoyt Wilhelm of the White Sox.

The White Sox bleated as tho the committee had lifted Owner Arthur Allyn's pocketbook. The White Sox protests were minor, tho, compared with the vocal rage worked up by Finley. Charles O. also owns a knuckle ball pitcher, Tom Sturdivant. Tom cost Finley $30,000 and has increased in value since going to Kansas City.

Now, without anything to catch his knuckle ball, the only thing Sturdivant can throw is fits. Finley stormed that the rules committee was an autono mous body, keeps its agendas secret, and is composed of men who don't have a nickel invested in baseball. "I even told Joe Cronin American league president that he didn't have a nickel invested, in the game. I told Cronin I had 5 million dollars in it, and -was going to have some say in matters affecting my investment" THE Dodgers Mr. Thompson burst into print, then, and said he resented Finley's allegation that Thompson had no money invested in the game.

Thompson said he had 42 years of his life invested in baseball, and that a career baseball man was more qualified than a successful insurance executive to be on the rules body. Thompson said he recalled an old saying: "Shoemaker, stick to your last!" This got Finley off and running. He dug into the major league regulations which state: "Any playing rule may be revised, repealed, or adopted by a majority vote of the rules committee, and the action of the committee shall thereupon take effect." Then Finley got George Halas of the Bears to show him the National Football league's code, which reads: "The playing rules may be amended, or changed, at any annual meeting by a 1012th vote of owners present, provided the change has been presented in writing 20 days prior to the preliminary rules committee meeting, otherwise unanimous consent is needed." Now, says Finley, he hopes baseball can act as sensibly as the football folks do. Finley meanwhile has written a letter to Mr. Thompson, and observed that if all the shoemakers-chewing gum executives, lumbermen, oil magnates, insurance men, and bankers, etc.

stuck to their last, there would be no money in major league baseball. There would be no major league baseball. "Mr. Fresco Thompson must believe in Santa Claus," said Finley. change uniform, 'eily.

But that isn'i Finley wants to change the color of the baseball from white to the alert orange you see on the traffic cops' mittens. He got the idea from a fan in Pittsburgh who wrote him an eight-page letter on alert orange stationery. Finley waded thru the letter, then tossed it into a waste basket. "But that color kept attracting my eyes," he said. "It absolutely was a standout.

I finally retrieved the letter and had to agree that the fan a sand- MOON MULLINS I I i-z rNOW KAYO'S 1 PRESENTS WILL I REALLY BE TOP SECRET, lot player had something. I asked a sporting goods manufacturer to make me a sample. So far, they have failed to match the color. They also have sprayed the balls with orange paint, and it chips off. They'll have to dye the leather.

"They can get women's shoes dyed all fancy colors, so they can dye the baseballs, too. If the sporting goods houses can't do it, I'll fly to France and get it accomplished. The French are the greatest experts at dying leather." OYes, Charles O. Finley the fellow who would polka-dot the rainbow is the most colorful guy in baseball. This sorning he also has a very red face to wear with his sea- lm tA..