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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1930
Page
3
The football national championship race centers on Notre Dame Rough Riders versus Southern California Trojans in Los Angeles. Notre Dame seeks another win after topping Army and others to claim the title, while USC pushes for a possible split with unbeaten foes. Rutgers.
A hint suggests the right gift for Kean lies within the classified section titled Christmas Gift Suggestions. The note implies a hidden or tucked away option among other recommendations for the holiday season.
Madison plans a strong basketball season with competitive boys and girls teams. Junior squads perform well in practice and the season schedule is expected to be announced soon.
Notre Dame departs Chicago with 38 players and coaches for a crucial showdown against the USC Trojans in Los Angeles. Starters Larry Mullins and Tom Conley recover from injuries after a narrow Army win, while two chartered trains ferry ND supporters to the battle.
Thieves on Saturday night attempted a break in at Hyman Wohl's store on Bank Street. They shattered a plate glass window and pried at the door but nothing was taken. Police are investigating to apprehend the would be robbers.
December 6 marks final acts for Dixie teams led by Georgia versus Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Duke versus North Carolina, and Florida eager to avenge a 1928 loss to Tennessee. Loyola faces Detroit in New Orleans, Maryland vs Western Maryland, William and Mary against Hampden Sydney, Miami of Florida versus Western Kentucky, and Alabama prepares for the Rose Bowl with Washington State on New Year’s Day.
Six players named to the AP 1930 All-Conference team after a broad poll earned their spots with little opposition. Hokuf of Nebraska McGirl of Missouri Rhea of Nebraska Bausch of Kansas Mills of Oklahoma Nigro of Kansas Aggies headline the selections, with Iowa State absent from the first eleven. Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri and the Kansas Aggies each earned two picks while Nebraska had three.
Alabama coach Wallace Wade lauded Washington State after scouting their game with Villanova, calling the Cougars one of the greatest defensive elevens and comparing them to Washington University. He highlighted players Elmer Schwartz Hein and Edwards and Ahiskey, noting parity with Alabama in weight and potential scoring against Villanova. Wade suggested a possible rest period for his team.
Two childhood rivals from Lincoln Heights meet at the Coliseum as Notre Dame fullback Larry Mullins and USC quarterback Orville Mohler clash in the season's gridiron classic. Both rose from a tough neighborhood to star status, with Mullins becoming Rockne's first string fullback and Mohler earning high scoring honors in the Pacific Coast Conference.
In Barcelona area boxing war between Italy and Spain ends with Moss Deyong casting the deciding vote for Primo Carnera over Paulino Uzcu dun after ten close rounds. Spanish judge Casanovas favored Uzcu dun by a hair. Italian Mazzia backed Carnera and potential world title contenders. Crowd of 90,000 paid around 1,000,000 pesetas. Police kept order after some postfight scuffles.
Montreal with the national association of professional baseball leagues faces talks on a universal draft opposed by many minor league clubs. The draft agreement expired yesterday and no new terms have been announced.
The Bankers beat Kiwanis at the Y M C A by four pins, keeping pace with Decatur Iron & Steel. Fred Bloodworth Jr raised his tournament average by twelve pins to fuel the Bankers, while Henry Davis from the Kiwanis improved as well. Dobbs Hockensmith Mitchell Rev Hart and Levin also posted gains as Monday’s schedule promised Decatur Iron & Steel against Kiwanis with Kiwanis receiving a 106 pin handicap.
The Associated Press reports another team was eliminated from the nation’s undefeated and untied list when Oklahoma City lost to Tulsa in a battle of unbeaten elevens. Mount Morris Illinois leads nine win clubs as Alabama and Notre Dame surge, with Washington State close behind.
The Southern Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association gathered answers from nearly all member schools on relations between schools and athletes. Dr. J. W. Provine said the confidential questionnaire may guide a defined policy for football and other athletes, with a December 12 13 meeting hosted by Southwestern of Memphis.
Best individual bowling averages listed include A L McCauley 146 Jas Mitchell 146 Sox Sorber 145 Jas Morrow and B Sims. Dr W P Baugh noted among top performers. Team with highest match total is Decatur Daily 2077.
Carey Spicer of Kentucky quarter who led the southern scorers with 73 points in the campaign. Campbell of Alabama ranked second with 73 points as both closed their conference season on Thanksgiving day. Berger of Maryland and Rob others were among high scorers whose teams play Saturday as final standings may shift.
Leonard MaCaluso of Colgate extended his national football scoring lead by nine points to 144 total. Mohler of USC rose to second with 108 points after a two touchdown performance. Christiansen of Utah moved to third with 78 points, passing Spicer of Kentucky.
Dico Outfit leads the standings for the week ending with strong performances from Y M C A affiliates and supporting eateries. Local venues reported continued engagement and rising participant totals across the circuit.
No one has claimed the safe found off the Somerville pike. Authorities believe it may be the safe stolen months ago from Sample's Store in Somerville.
In Memphis on December 1 1930 President John D Martin moves to decide if Knoxville will join next season and if Mobile can regain its franchise with a $75000 target. Little Rock field issues delay the plan as directors weigh options with Knoxville Little Rock and Mobile, while a January 20 meeting awaits resolution. Gifts for Her in classifieds note Christmas selections.
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