Cuyler Shift Sparks Strong Fifth In Pirates Lineup
Article notes Kiki Cuyler's move to fifth in the Pirates batting order under Donie Bush and cites his strong recent games. It also covers Hornsby's Cubs switch to third and Hack Wilson cleanup, plus other sports and sports figures including Klein Tilden and Red Eagle in passing context.
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Pittsburgh
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Donie Bush
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Joe McCarthy
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McCarthy
Hack Wilson
Pairings Chosen in Next Decatur Daily Golf Tourney
Pairings announced for the Decatur Daily golf tournament to be held at Valley Country Club next week. Notable matchups list W. B. Markstein against W. M. Voorhies in a first time pairing and all players noted with handicaps to be established for this year.
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W. P. Baugh
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W. W. Pussell
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J. C. White
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Bill Griffin
T. A. Bowles
M. F. Shipper
Billy Wyker
Z. B. Garner
Joe Broadus
Neal Speake
Roy Billings
Fred Wilcox
W. B. Markstein
W. M. Voorhies
Jockey Forced From Post After Eighteen Years Riding
Chicago report notes a jockey with 18 years of riding quits due to increasing weight. He plans to train horses and breds. Mention recalls he rode for the king of Roumania in 1920 21 and 22 across major fixtures in that country.
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They Play Today Southern League Matchups
New Orleans visits Nashville while Mobile goes to Chattanooga for two games. Little Rock travels to Birmingham and Memphis faces Atlanta in the day’s schedule.
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Nashville
Mobile
Chattanooga
Little Rock
Birmingham
Memphis
Atlanta
Baseball scorecard shows league schedule and results
American League matchups include Boston at Philadelphia Detroit at St Louis Washington at New York Cleveland at Chicago. National League games Chicago at Pittsburgh New York at Brooklyn Philadelphia at Boston. Yesterday Southern League results Nashville 5 Mobile 3 Memphis 2 Birmingham 0 New Orleans 8 Chattanooga 6 Little Rock 4 Atlanta 3.
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Philadelphia Triumphs In Staunch Scoring Rally
In a brief sports item from Philadelphia a team edged to a victory with nine points for Philadelphia against New York seven Washington seven and Boston four in a scoring sequence highlighting regional rivals.
Tilden Faces French Challenge in 1929 National
New York Aug. 26 Now that the French have softened up Bill Tilden the 36 year old ex champion will be called upon to meet a determined challenge from his own countrymen in the 1929 national singles tournament at Forest Hills Sept. 9 14. With Henri Cochet and Rene La Coste not in the field Tilden is certain to be close to an even choice against the field in the classic tournament he won six times in succession before the French state halted his reign three years ago. Fed up by the passing years Tilden these days is forced to fight his battles principally from the back court. Some of his old control is gone but the speed of his cannon ball service and his drives is un
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Rene la Coste
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Twenty-Eight I Pri Work-Uts Begin Grid Practice
Twenty eight lads reported for the first day of football practice at City Park field under Coach R. D. Taylor. Most of the material was green and veterans were expected to enroll soon for the pre season grind. Equipment was issued and players began running drills as Taylor planned a second practice for three o'clock today at City Park field.
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California Comet Stoeffen Seen as McLaughlin Success
Los Angeles teen Lester Stoeffen, 17, already holds the national municipal singles title and the Southern California crown. Critics hail his sound stroke, fast footwork, and strong serve, comparing him to Maurice McLaughlin and predicting great things with more experience.
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St. Louis
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Sammy Baker Trains With Local Fighter Sergeant
Sammy Baker joined Joe Hall for a fast workout yesterday afternoon giving fans a glimpse of Baker in pace work alongside the heavier but less experienced local battler, the Fighting Sergeant.
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Joe Hall
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Franklin Detour Narrow and Dusty for Travelers
Motorists in Franklin Tennessee note a very narrow gravel detour near the Bee Line project. While construction proceeds, many suggest using the Huntsville and Fayetteville route to reach Nashville. The Franklin detour is dusty in the current dry spell.
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Fayetteville
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Bucs Down Cubs in Doubleheader Narrow Wins
Pittsburgh Pirates rally to defeat the Chicago Cubs 10-3 in game one behind a shutout by Burleigh Grimes who earned his 17th win. In the second game Remy Kremer held Chicago scoreless from the eighth as the Pirates edged them 7-6.
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Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig Hit Home Runs in Loss
Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig each connected for a home run as the Yankees fell to the Mackmen. Ruth belted his 36th of the season, three ahead of the next best, while Gehrig hit his 28th.
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Donie Bush Quits Managerial Duties
Donie Bush resigns as Pirates manager after a poor showing this season. Jewel Ens steps in as interim Pirate coach as the team searches for a new leadership.
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Pirate Fame
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Cullen to enter Malaya police service after Dublin win
Belfast report states L. D. Cullen, Ireland’s top quarter miler, will enter the Malaya police service. The Lisburn native, son of Rev. Edward B. Cullen, won the Dublin quarter in 50 4-5 seconds, beating the local champion and holding Ulster titles for short distances.
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Favorites Win In Tennis Tourney
Favorites won in the opening round of the Alabama state open tennis tournament in Montgomery. Defending champion Charlie Sellers defeated Earley of Birmingham 6-2 6-0, Dr. W. D. Sinresehe of Auburn beat Dr. L. E. Morton 6-4 6-2, and Ed Bourne city champion defeated Dr. R. T. Anniston 6-2 6-4 as about forty entrants from eleven towns competed.
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Somerville Second Team Rolls Past Union 28-4
Somerville's second team smashed Union 28 to 4 in a shortened five inning game. Somerville piled up 22 runs in the fourth inning and totaled 29 hits. Ed McClure struck out five in three innings and led the offense with five plate appearances alongside J. Grizzard. Neither side committed an error.
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Promoters Offer Bonuses to Speed Up Fights
In Los Angeles promoters of a local card introduce bonuses for the best preliminary bout to quicken action. The two fighters delivering the best early contest will win a sizable bonus in addition to their purses, aiming to satisfy crowd demand for faster pace.
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Daily offers second sheets in any quantity
Readers can purchase additional second sheets from The Daily in nearly any desired amount, enabling extra copies for distribution or archival purposes. The notice emphasizes availability and flexible ordering.
Che Daily Offers Bulk Second Sheets In Quantities
Che Daily announces availability of second sheets in bulk quantities of 500 or more. The notice highlights flexible ordering for large print runs and emphasizes repeat customers and fast fulfillment.
Those Vols Move To First In Southern League Standings
Those Vols rise from near the bottom to first place in the Southern League by two games after beating Birmingham 2-0 as Griffin allows five hits and Caldwell labors through nine. They sweep Mobile 5-3, Willis drives hits for a solid start while New Orleans wins 8-6 over Chattanooga with Taylor and Bonira homering. The Travelers edge Atlanta 4-3 in ten innings, Brooks delivering a two-run homer.
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Grubbs Enters A A U Championships in Atlanta
Donald Grubbs famed young swimmer arrives in Atlanta to compete in the August 30 and 31 A A U championships. He already holds numerous swimming and diving laurels and is viewed as a leading figure in the southeastern states. Friends expect him to win top honors.
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Five Veterans Return as Cullman Bearcats Begin Season
Five veterans from last year anchor Cullman county Bearcats on the upcoming grid season. Backfield stars Brady Callahan and Allen Waller, plus Carl Peinhardt Hugh Howard and Walter Guthrie in line positions, lead a light and fast squad as practice starts.
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Job printing praised at The Daily
The Daily earns praise for neat and efficient job printing. The note highlights quality and speed in producing printed work. Local readers are assured of reliable service for their printing needs.
Sergeant Sammy Baker Faces Danny Fagan in Birmingham Labor Day Clash
Old North State fans rush to Birmingham for Labor Day bout at Legion Stadium with Sergeant Sammy Baker vs Danny Fagan as feature. If Baker wins he may headline a rematch. Fagan called one tough opponent. Baker trains at home with Nick Florio and Jackie Baker, plans Huntsville workout before city bout.
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Joe Ray joins Cullman County High as assistant coach
Joe Ray, noted for strong football and basketball play at Falkville High, now serves as assistant coach at Cullman High. He already began work despite Falkville’s limited material last year, building a competitive squad and gaining recognition in north Alabama football circles.
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Decatur Extends Permanent Income for curb market Farmers
Decatur offers a permanent income to farmers who sell on the curb market expanding support for local vendors and boosting small farm commerce in the city.
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Visit Decatur and Say a Kind Word for the Town
A watcher asks readers to travel to Decatur when possible and return with a positive word about the town to share at home. The note frames visiting as a civic courtesy and local booster sentiment.
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Macks Even With Yanks In Series
The Mackmen tied the series with the New York Yankees by winning 9-7 as four pitchers worked before Rommell earned the victory. Washington rallied to defeat Boston 7-4 with Thomas pitching a complete game.
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Jumbo Not With First Contingent For Decatur Football
Columbus Jumbo Johnson a 190 pound linesman expected to handle much of the offense and defense for Decatur football this season failed to attend the first day of practice. He is at work now and likely will not report for football until school time.
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Sammy Baker Praised by Hall After Sparring Bout
Joe Hall hails Sammy Baker after a sparring session on Wednesday. Hall, a local fighter, notes Baker's speed and rapid development as he builds toward a welterweight ranking.
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Poole Extends A New Homer Record
Jim Poole of the Nashville Vols extended the Southern league home run record with his 31st homer of the year, surpassing Nick Cullop’s previous mark of 30.
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