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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1933
Page
6
At University Capstone on April 27 the Southeastern track meet features an eight lap two mile race. Auburn star E McQueen and Alabama’s Jackrabbit Plantz are favored to duel for first place amid a likely close contest.
Local committee announced all men who possibly can be needed for highway construction west of here have already been listed and no further applications are needed. About 1300 applicants were registered three months ago and placements will come from these lists as required.
The monthly church dinner of Ninth Street Methodist will be served Friday evening by Circle Number One of the Women’s Missionary Society. The program includes musical numbers by Alma Pepper and C M Tyndall, readings by Jeane Rogers, and games led by H L Betterton.
Reported entry list suggests a strong two mile race with Plantz and McQueen as the leading contenders. Alabama fans expect a thrilling duel as Luny Smith’s existing 9 56.4 record looms, with several distance runners entered to challenge.
A Chicago Loop track meet recap mixes affectionate, playful notes about players and teams. Mentions include White Sox prospects Rogers Hornsby and Dick Bartell, Tommy Loughran, and Shanty on managerial moves with a light, nostalgic tone.
The report notes Yale will respond to Southern California and Stanford in May about intercollegiate events. It hints Yale may be brave amid the Trojans and Cardinals, while Gene Sarazen remains a steady name in the press, notable for a week when he spoke little.
Alabama Tennessee League officials plan a Saturday night meeting in Athens to fix player eligibility and other league startup matters ahead of the May 16 opening. Decatur’s Gordon McDuff says candidates are beginning light workouts and will train seriously Saturday for a Huntsville doubleheader versus Dallas Mills, with Huntsville visiting here next week. An exhibition slate includes a game with Birmingham Southern, date undecided. Decatur projects a stronger roster than last year’s pennant winner.
Fred Robinson, star pitcher of the Decatur Bee Line last year, is in Georgia now and speculation runs high whether he will return in time for the Alabama Tennessee circuit season opener.
The local American Legion post will hold a meeting this evening at 7 30 at Martin arena. Post officials urge all members to attend.
A large crowd is expected for the Coontown Wedding mock event on April 28 in the Riverside high school auditorium under the senior class auspices. The program includes a number of notable figures and performances.
Mrs. W. L. Hatchett returns home after a month in Little Rock Arkansas visiting her son J. B. Hatchett and daughter Mrs. C. R. Lewter.
Nashville wrestler Joe Gunther, a DeKalb favorite, has been competing on the west coast. He split two of three falls with Gus Kallio, Washington Star reports, with Gunther winning the second fall in five minutes by flying tackle and body press before Kallio secured the final fall with a self strangling.
A historical crossword fills with clues and answers about the Monroe Doctrine and related terms. Entries cover politics, geography, language, and stage words, offering a window into early 20th century word games and international affairs.
The piece notes press skepticism about ACE pitching in the American League and queries if this year's balls differ from last year's. Commissioner Harridge says the ball is the same as before, but contrasts with the National League ball which has heavier stitching and looser leather. Klem favors a uniform ball for both leagues to standardize play.
The piece highlights the presence of the two top shortstops in the field, emphasizing their impact and dominance in the market. It notes their exceptional defense and offensive contribution, shaping strategy and expectations for the season.
Pete West of Birmingham Southern shines as catcher and outfielder. He excels at bat and infield play, seen as a rapidly developing young college star in the South and trusted in gardens when not catching.
A humorous roundup notes senators discuss replacing the administrations theme song with Silver Threads Among the Gold while a statistician cites women drivers accident rate. The piece also mentions an Anti Cussing Club in Arkansas and Edwin Markham's 150 hour work week proposal as a tongue in cheek survey of the era. Europe’s rising spy activity is touched on as a wider concern.
Auburn Alabama April 27 a promising sophomore Matt Morris who is a football tackle prospect will start in the box for Auburn against Meritas Mills in Columbus in the second of four straight games. Auburn finished with Fort Benning then faces Georgia Tech in a weekend series the Jackets won 11-7 and lost 4-3. Morris from Blountsville has not pitched a regular season game but shows good stuff in practice and is expected to debut well Ubow Catching Morris fastball and sharp curve with Aubrey Lewis or Gump Ariail behind the plate.
Yesterday morning Dr. Charles Carson preached on Little Ships from Mark 4 36 urging unity of believers in life’s unseen blessings and opportunity for usefulness. In the evening he spoke on Our Influence using Acts 5 15 stressing the vital power of influence and citing Wilson Dam as illustration.
Southern League saw Memphis 3 Chattanooga 0 and New Orleans 6 Knoxville 1 as Birmingham Atlanta faced rain. American League reports Cleveland 2 St Louis 0 Detroit 6 Chicago 4 with New York Philadelphia 3 1 and Washington Boston affected by weather. National League games included New York 3 Philadelphia 1 and Brooklyn 2 St Louis 1. International League Montreal 6 Jersey City 5 Newark 9 Buffalo 2 Baltimore 8 Rochester 6. Toronto Albany played on wet grounds. American Association had no games scheduled.
A speaker asserts that their influence is positive personal and a reality. They claim it is very extensive and universal, continuing to affect every person they encounter.
A brief listing notes that today features several games across teams. Readiness and schedule details appear for fans seeking matchups and kickoff times.
A dying man laments his lost influence while a preacher urges that character defines impact. The Bible compares a good life to light reaching the earth and urges letting good deeds glorify heaven. Miss Elizabeth Wallace sang a solo.
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