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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1932

Page

6

Central Hit by Graduation Threatens 1933 Central Team

Decatur’s Central high faces a weak 1933 season as only seven lettermen are available. Returning letters include Kimbrell Lanier Gingrich Thompson Nabors Lowther and Smith among others. Eligibility rules may bar several stars from playing again, affecting the Black and Red machine.

Decatur Central Kimbrell Lanier Papenburg Gingrich Thompson Nabors Lowther Smith Eubanks Wilson Bowen Giles Thomason Lowter Alabama Association Moye Turney Otte Banks Byars Thornhill Stover Chas Hamilton Hutson

Broiler Crop For Next Year Planned

Monroe Jones plans a larger broiler operation near Double Springs Alabama by adding a 1000-chicken house. County Agent W P Whitlock provided plans and helped with the build.

Double Springs Ala Monroe Jones W. P. Whitlock

Sheriff Hawkins May Seek U S Marshal Post

Sheriff Jimmy Hawkins of Birmingham is a candidate for the United States marshalship for the northern district of Alabama. His term ends near Marshal Kennemer's term, the Hoover appointee. Previously B P Wallace of Decatur and Mr Long of Limestone county had announced their intent to apply.

Jimmy Hawkins Birmingham United States Marshalship Alabama Marshal Kennemer Hoover B. P. Wallace Decatur Mr. Long Limestone County

Hope for Tennessee Valley high school conference gains pace

P I Pruett the Times Huntsville sports editor urges a Tennessee Valley conference for high schools next season. He argues official organization would crown a champion, standardize rules, and allow only member teams to schedule games with an elected executive committee. Local coaches are encouraged to form a compact regional body.

P. I. Pruett the Times Huntsville Preuit North Alabanda Tennessee Valley State Athletic Association Jinis

Arrivals List at Hotel Lyons and Notables

A long guest list appears under Arrivals at Hotel Lyons including Fae E L Morphet from the University of Alabama Russell Bean W D Gatlin Huntsville A C Hogan Birmingham George Petzold St Louis J Goldstein Baltimore Co E Byrum Chattanooga S D Daniell Chattanooga R T Clayton Birmingham J M O Donnell Birmingham J C Harrison Montgomery L C Paughl Birmingham D Woodward Greenville S C D L Comer Chattanooga W M Bailey Baltimore M E Wyatt Nashville J A Blumberg Atlanta R L Leigh Memphis Oliver Smith Memphis L Linden Baltimore Mr and Mrs Polk Smith Chattanooga F H Smith Birmingham A C Smith Kansas City Max Targ Chicago J I Riddle Montevallo L F Moore Knoxville Joseph F Rogers Cincinnati FP 8 Howle Meridian V Morris Montgomery M E Belue Huntsville Cc E Salzman Memphis Mrs C Clark Memphis Cc W Burkhart Memphis H C Carl Atlanta John Moore Plevna John W Sparkman Birmingham Armistead Leake Birmingham Christianity inherited the Oriental idea of the dragon the emblem and embodiment of the devil.

E. L. Morphet University Ala Russell Bean W. D. Gatlin Huntsville A. C. Hogan Birmingham George Petzold St. Louis J. Goldstein Baltimore E, Byrum Chattanooga Tenn S. D. Daniell R. T. Clayton J. M. O'Donnell J. C. Harrison Montgomery L. C. Paughl D. Woodward Greenville D. L. Comer W. M. Bailey M. E. Wyatt Nashville J.A. Blumberg Atlanta R. L. Leigh Memphis Oliver Smith L. Linden Mrs. Polk Smith F. H. Smith

Minute Interviews Highlight Alabama Officials and Prohibition Debate

Montgomery reports include Col. Alex Garber entertaining Gov. Miller's office with a divorce trial tale. Rep. McGowin and Rep. Harrison discuss repeal prospects for the Volstead Act, while Sen. Cecil Brown backs Auburn for the Rose Bowl. Notes on Dorr and the Norse Skald conclude the column.

Montgomery Ala Alex Garber Birmingham B. M. Miller Earl McGowin Butler County Clint ‘Harrison Marengo County Donald Comer Rep. McGowin

Texas Special Crowned Grand Champion Steer 1982

Hereford named Texas Special won the grand championship at the 1982 International Livestock Exposition in Chicago. The prize animal is shown with its owner Will Largent of Merkel, Texas.

Inter Chicago America Will Largent Merkel Tex

Pitt to play USC in Rose Bowl classic after vote

Pitt Panthers accepted USC's invitation to meet the Trojans in the Rose Bowl on January 2. Athletic Director Don Harrison left the decision to players, who unanimously voted to accept after a 10-game season with two scoreless ties against Ohio State and Nebraska. USC's announcement comes amid Michigan and Colgate bidding for the matchup and notes Pitt's past Rose Bowl appearances and losses.

Pittsburgh Pitt Notre Dame Army University of Southern California Trojans Los Angeles Don Harrison Panthers Ohio Nebraska Stanford Southern California Pasadena Michigan Colgate Willis O. Hunter Trojan Ohio State Pennsylvania Carnegie Tech West Virginia Duquesne Ohio Northern Sutherland Wolverines Pacific Slope Penn State Tulane Washington Brown Oregon Penn Mare Island California Marines Camp Lewis Wash Great Lakes Naval Training School Mare Island Marines Harvard Washington and Jefferson State Navy Alabama Georgia Tech

Commissioner Balch Visits Decatur on Business

Commissioner Balch of South Limestone county toured Decatur today as part of a business visit to discuss local commerce and county projects.

Commissioner Balch South Limestone County Decatur

Nelsons Ill With Flu in South Decatur Family of Seven

O Nelson and seven family members are ill with flu at their South Decatur home. Friends regret to learn of their condition.

O. Nelson South Decatur

Dairying Expands Across Hale County Alabama Farmers

Hale county dairying grows as over 1,000 farmers sell milk or butterfat weekly. County Agent J. L. Lawson notes rising cash incomes with minimal operating costs despite low milk prices.

Greensboro Ala Hale County J. L. Lawson

Can Joe Gunther Take It in North Alabama Monday Night

North Alabama fans await Joe Gunther a popular local grappler as he prepares for a main bout Monday against Bobby Sampson a fast stepping newcomer from other sections of the country. Joe seeks a second main bout victory after a prior loss to Blacksmith Pedigo and aims to climb the ring ladder with fan support backing his longer match effort. The preliminary features Mike Meroney versus Baby-Faced Jack Hollenbeck with Hollenbeck billed as the stronger and Meroney the faster while Jack Dy namite Blackstock is praised for his travel and technique.

Joe Gunther North Alabama Joe Bobby Sampson Alabama Blacksmith Pedigo Sampson Bobby Mike Meroney Jack Hollenbeck Hollenbeck Meroney Villians Jack Dynamite Blackstock

Tide In A Fair Shape For Gaels

Alabama's Crimson Tide appears ready to meet St. Mary's Gaels in San Francisco Saturday at two. Coach Thomas lists regu lars for Kezar practice with possible changes. Godfree is out with a knee injury. St Mary's star guard Mike Stepanvich remains suspended and will miss the game.

Alabama Crimson Tide St. Mary's Gaels San Francisco Decatur Thomas Kezar Stadium Perictics Hutson Gandy Laslie Lee Moseley Holley Frey Kirkland Cain Brovelli

Committee Studies Plan to Aid School

A committee formed by the Moulton Heights Teachers Association works on a public subscription campaign to support the schools. Members are hopeful a method will be found to keep the schools open.

Moulton Heights Teachers Association Association

Morphet Addresses Moulton Heights PTA Meeting

Dr L Morphet of the University of Alabama spoke at a Moulton Heights PTA gathering on the state of education and the role of home environment for children. He announced plans to conduct extension classes in the area.

L. Morphet University of Alabama Decatur Parent- Teachers’ Association of Moulton Heights

Courtland Orders Dogs Inoculated

The City of Courtland by ordinance orders all dogs inoculated against rabies amid a disease outbreak in the Tennessee Valley area. Thursday Dr. H. C. Ayers of Decatur was called to Courtland to administer the treatment to the canines.

Courtland Innessee Valley H. C. Ayers Decatur

Briscoe Returns Home After Major Operation

Mrs. C. A. Briscoe, who had a serious operation at Benevolent hospital about three weeks ago, is back home. Her friends in the county will be pleased to learn the news.

Ryan's C. A. Briscoe Benevolent Hospital

Howell to Punt as Cain Sidelined on Back Berth

The article notes Cain will not kick due to a knee injury and Millard Howell will assume punting duties.

Cain Millard Howell

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