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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1935

Page

7

Alabama Passes Into AP All American Spotlight In Southern Tilt

Alabama quarterback Riley Smith tops the All America balloting with Southern Methodist, Texas Christian and Louisiana State stars sharing first team spots. The AP selection highlights Dixie and Southwest strength as Smith leads a coast wide group of backs, ends, linemen and backs from Notre Dame, Michigan, Stanford, Army, Minnesota and more.

Alan Gould Nesote Dixie Alabama Reid South Louisiane South Southwest Carolinas Texas Middle West Southwestern Tacuies Toe Louisiana Minnesota Princston Thme Middle Wand Southern Methodist Texas Christian Rice Stanfard Iowa Notre Dame Ohio State Andy Pitney Tole Ter Michigan Boston Collage Bama Vandi Vicketien Stanford North Caroline Duke New York University Ford Ork Obaheey Biek Nyor Belliant Gareer Mitndis Chicago Berwanger Ceater Pitney Andy Wilson Booth Bobby Wilson Jack-Rabbit Albie Booth Yale Los Angeles Fayetteville Ark Southern California John McCauley Bill Wallace Wheon Harry Shuford Smith Ike Lloyd Cardwell Nebraska Chuck Cieshire al Hess Yayé North Carolina Dent Jackson Ace Parker Oze Simmons Joe Williams Notre George Roscoe Tuffy Thompson Jess Fatherree Jane Louisiana State Princeton Jack White Paul Paulk Gary LeVan Army Monk Meyer Riley Smith Tuscaloosa Dixie Howell Sam Adrian Baugh Frogs McCauley Baug Baugh Meyer Lawrence Sam Adrian Particur Sive Beles Grayson Dick Crayne Simmons Shuford Pony E Xpress John Bneed Schmidt Navy Ebeda Gaynell Tinsley Bill Shuler Walter Winika Rutgers Gil Lea Monk Mosorip Wayne Millner Hiven Darrell Lester Lester Gomer Jones Steve Sabo North Carolina State Walter Gilbert Auburn Steve Cullinan Larry Luts California Dick Smith Luts Truman Spain Ed Widseth Charley Toll Widseth Gaynell Joan A. Weller Darrell Paul Tangora Northwestern Richard Minnesota William R. Army Anna Riley Smith John Jacob Anger Robert Southern Methodist Robert H Poston Seer Nena Popedee Good Paterson Edwin Wideeth Idney Wegener Philip Flanagan Holy Cross Mena Rerwanenenenes Babel Aetapmia Gilbert Lea Renee John McOsuley Sen Bam Adriar Senate Oresse Sneenitia Piyponcorsse Geleeneenseessenve Jackeen North Carolina Wenenoe Saevssenevenonsnens Bovece Neue Tonsset Bhekion

Cardinals undecided on schedule changes for upcoming games

The Cardinals will not campaign for changes to the regular schedules, with officials noting emphasis on existing routines. The report suggests the team has long followed a stable game plan and may avoid broader alterations this season.

Tonel Chicago Cardinals

Two Favored Teams Clash In Open Tilt

Two oft beaten teams meet in a key game with Clary's status unclear. Eastern Probable starter details and lineups are listed, highlighting early action and potential adjustments as the contest unfolds.

Burn Clary Palledtér

Cooper Leads Orlando Open With Two Stroke Edge

Harry Cooper of Chicago holds a two stroke lead entering the final 36 holes of the Orlando Open after two sub par rounds totaling 138. Johnny Revolta and Tony Manero share second place, tied as Cooper seeks the $2,000 prize.

Orlando Fia Harry Cooper Chicago Johnny Revolta Tony Manero Greensboro N. C

Court to Hear Farm Act Validity Challenge Monday

The Supreme Court opens hearings next Monday on the AAA farm act validity in the Hoosac Mille case from Massachusetts. Lawyers will argue the constitutionality of farm program taxes and their impact on 1936 and future years.

Washington al I Supreme Court AAA Hoosac

Last Year's All America Honors List Containing Key Names

Noted selections include DONALD HUTSON ROBERT GRAYSON and FRANCIS LUND among players from MINNESOTA ALABAMA PITTSBURGH. Other colleges mentioned are NORTH CAROLINA STANFORD NAVY RICE, highlighting year end recognitions across multiple programs.

Donald Hutson Robert Grayson Francis Lund Minnesota Alabama Pittsburgh Christian North Carolina Stanford NAVY

Desks in Limestone Paint at Blackburn School

Limestone painted desks benefit Blackburn School in Athens Alabama as funds advance for improvements. The article notes these desks are among first completed and discusses future school building upgrades and repair plans.

Athens Ala Blackburn

Police Sergeant Haight Injured by Ricocheting Bullet

In Dead Pan Saut Lake City a police sergeant suffered a gunshot wound from a ricocheted bullet during a routine incident. The injury is described as non fatal and the investigation continues.

Saut Lake City Gokden Haight Peter

Ministerial Group to Meet Monday

Members of the Ministerial Association were invited to attend a meeting on Monday to discuss community concerns and church activities.

Sports and Olympic Notes including Berwanger Grange comparison

Jonathan highlights Berwanger and Grange styles as distinct. Pierre Brunet and Madame Brunet skip winter Olympics due to French funding. Barney Ross runs a jewelry business in Chicago. Eddie Smiths fight plans, boxing chatter, and bowling champs in Indianapolis are noted alongside various sports headlines.

Zuppee Jay Berwanger Red Grange Berwaner Grange Illinois Zup Pierre Brunet Madame Brunet Barney Ross Chicago Loop Jimmy Smith Philadelphia Paul Dams

Braves face possible $200000 bid amid lease troubles

Adams reports other bidders are prepared to offer 200000 dollars for the Boston club as Quinn and others consider bids. The Braves deal follows a season clouded by dog track lease difficulties and related troubles.

Braves Adams Boston Club

Military officers told to curb critical remarks

President Roosevelt reportedly ordered Army and Navy officers to limit comments against civil organizations. A high church official said the command was disclosed during a White House interview attended by Dr. Samuel Cavert of New York and Dr. Joseph R. Zizoo of Washington, officials of the Federal Council of Churches.

Washington Roosevelt Army Navy White House Samuel Cavert New York Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America Joseph R. Zizoo Council

Athens to Blaze in Christmas Colors

Athens Alabama prepares for a bright Christmas season as old lights are replaced with a large new set. The city aims to be one of the best lighted towns for visitors from nearby areas. The installation of the new lights will illuminate Athens’s main streets and public areas.

Athens Ala

Tulane seeks new mentor after crushing loss to LSU

New Orleans December 1 The athletic council at Tulane University moved to replace its football coach after a 41 0 defeat to LSU. The alumni and fans await a decision while names such as Bob Neyland Dana X Bible and Bernie Bierman are mentioned as potential successors.

New Orleans Tulane Athletic Council Tigers Huey P. Long Biff Jones Jones Clark Shaughnessy Chicago Mike Donahue Russ Cohen Farewll Temple Atletic Council Bob Neyland Tennessee Dana X. Bible Nebraska Bernie Bierman Minnesota

John W Davis Attacks Farm Act in Supreme Court Brief

Former Democratic presidential nominee John W. Davis denounces the Farm Act as a fraud against taxpayers in a Supreme Court filing. Chicago attorney John B. Hughes, representing several nut and candy companies, calls the legislation unconstitutional and pillage.

Wasemarol Supreme Court John W. Davis John B. Hughes Chicago

Young People to Entertain Glee Club at Church Event

Young parishioners will present a program at Central Methodist Church tomorrow night as a preliminary to a feature on the history of Athens College. The event aims to entertain church members and showcase local youth talent.

Glee Club of Athens College Central Methodist Church

Realty dealers more prosperous

A general reduction in real estate loan interest rates drew comment, alongside a drop in foreclosures, signaling improved conditions for realty dealers.

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