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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1934
Page
8
Michigan coach Kipke argues that football will quicken with new rules and faster players. He notes higher scoring, more lateral and forward passes, and innovative tactics from widespread teams, predicting speed as the key to future success and varsity eligibility.
The column surveys Richberg seeking a private meeting with AFL executives while wary of the title Assistant President and eyeing the Supreme Court. It notes Henderson using charts to impress reporters and speculates about Huey Long’s political plans. It also mentions banking code debates, McGugin’s absence, Ashurst’s peptic line, Latham’s aviation hobby, Holt’s WV Senate debut, and Long’s envoy Breckinridge Long back in the U.S.
The West Decatur Tigers defeated Central Town 7 to 0 in a hard fought game at Benson Field on Wednesday afternoon. Elkins scored the Tigers touchdown.
T. B. Horton, owner of the Pinehurst hotel at Laurel Mississippi, is expected to arrive in Decatur today for a business visit. Horton is a former operator of the Echols hotel here and is well known in Decatur.
Dixie Howell of Alabama is named halfback on the NBA all American football team. Hudsen and Lee also earn third team spots in the all star selections.
Writer Jack Kofoed recalls Plugger Bill Martin and the early six day bike races in New York. Spectators filled theatres and gardens as riders endured injuries and exhaustion while legends like Reggie McNamara and Pietro Linari pushed to the finish, shaping a brutal, celebrated spectacle.
The report settles speculation that Prenk Thomas will join Tennessee as a star player. Expected pay around 9 100,000 per year on a five year deal with Rockne's rival Rose Bowl ambitions noted for New Year Day kickoff.
Miss Violatte rry, field representative of the Alabama Relief Administration social service division, is expected to arrive in Decatur this afternoon for on site inspection and coordination with local relief efforts.
Alabama graduates aided by Auburn Southern and How ard seniors prepare for a charity game in Washington against a former University of Washington lineup and District of Columbia stars. Hank Crisp coaches the Alabama squad with former luminaries Pooley Hubert Hillman Holley Rip Hewes Earl Whitworth Davis Tony Holm B Ho Kirkland and Jim Dilt ey among those gathering in Tuscaloosa for the initial workout.
Jerome Dizzy Dean and Sam Breadon, owner of the St. Louis Cardinals, have reached a salary agreement for next year. Dean will receive about $25,000, with details not disclosed but in the low to mid twenty thousands range.
The article examines Ireland's sports scene fading from public view as surveillance and espionage issues overshadow athletic events. It notes diminished media attention and shifting public interest amid political and security headlines.
By Bill Braucher a Madison Square Garden card showcases fighters of varied origins with Jewish, Italian, Korean and other heritage. The piece notes current champions including Max Baer, Barney Ross, Panama Al Brown and Midget Wolgast, while indicating Irish influence wanes across divisions.
The Fairview Yellow Jackets defeated Central Town 36 to 6 on Monday. Sonny Thornhill scored two touchdowns from the 96 pound quarterback position. Grant Motherway and backfield standouts Neely Hutson Harmon and Bill Simrell contributed to a strong, balanced offense and solid defense. Central Town’s Smith and the tackling of Bill Simrell stood out on defense.
Harvard ends era of graduate coaches after the resignation, the policy in place since 1864, as the university searches for a new mentor. The change follows a departure affecting traditional Big Ten athletics oversight.
Mrs. Hodge Pitts of Belle Mina fractured her arm in a fall at her home on Tuesday. This same arm was broken in a similar accident three months earlier.
The W O W Camp No 201 of Somerville will hold a Saturday night meeting to elect officers for the next year. Refreshments will be served and all Woodmen are invited to attend.
R J Teague of Danville route one was in Decatur on Thursday to conduct business. The brief item notes his travel and purpose as a routine local business trip.
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