Lions and Guards to Clash at Benson Field Tonight
Decatur fans readied for a football clash at Benson Field as the Lions and the National Guard prepare for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. Leaders Terry Moore Bernnie Malone and Pat Glenn rally the Lions while Butch McMasters and Twinkletoes Ashworth brace for the Guards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur
Lidtig
National Guard
Benson Field
Tanent
Wren
N. G
Twinkletoes
Ashworth
Butch”. McMasters
Lions
Shorty
Ogle
Guardsmen
Army
Mungester
Gant
Cox
Wilks
Hastings
Archibald
Patton
Howell
Boswell
Pdgil
Regional curriculum conference opens in Auburn
A regional curriculum conference is set to attract about 500 public school teachers from 23 Southeastern states and will be held in Auburn this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auburn
Ala
Ieee
Whitmire to Enroll at Alabama Capstone in January
Star Decatur High guard Donald Whitmire announced at a Kiwanis banquet that he will enroll at the University of Alabama in January after graduation. The 17 year old 218 pound defensive tackle and occasional fullback has been a standout three years at Decatur High and will study law at the state university.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitmire
Decatur
University of Alabama
Kiwanis
Harold
Drew
Paul Barnum
Alabama
Southwestern
State
Donald
J. B. Whitmire
Pulaski
Tenn
Star Guard
Huntsville
Crimsons
Birmingham - Southern
Ie, Harlow
Coff F
Donald Whitmire
Morgan County Rescue News Abounds in Local Visits
Notes from Morgan County detail visits and family gatherings. Huntsville guests A G Helms and H M Helms hosted. Decatur visitors Jewel and Earlyne Helms joined relatives for Thanksgiving. several townsfolk such as Raymond Davidson and Virgie Mae Helms share Sundays and Mondays with kin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Helms
Huntsville
H. M. Helms
Dewey Moon
Henry Edwards
W. G. Whisenant
Jewel
Earlyne Helms
Decatur
Ella Pettit
Ruby’ Tyler
Loyed
Bob Davidson
Guntersville
Raymond Davidson
Janice Ransome
Virgie Mae Helms
Wellie Walters
Alta Curry
Jewell Helms
Harry Helms
Mildred Light
Minnie Edwards
Bama Will Be Back Promises At Kiwanis Banquet
University of Alabama coach Paul Burnum told Decatur Kiwanis members the Crimson Tide will return stronger after praising football’s role in character and sportsmanship. Alabama’s Harold Drew and Aubrey Fuller also spoke on development and pride, noting larger gates and bowl-bound rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre
Paul Burnum
University of Alabama
Heare
Kiwanis Club
Decatur High School
Bama
Burnum
Ogle
Therty
Aubrey Fuller
Kiwanis
Harold “Red” Drew
Alabama
Burrum
Barnum
Crimson Tide
Fowler
VOLS TO FIGHT FOR BOWL BID
Tennessee eyes a final bid to the Rose Bowl as unbeaten Vols prepare for a decisive clash with Auburn in Knoxville. Johnny Butler, a standout sophomore, voices confidence while coach Neyland signals readiness for the crucial test against the Tigers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Escar Thompson
Knoxville
Tenn
Tennessee
California
Johnny Butler
Alabama
Butler
Bob Neyland
Tenneskipper
Neyland
Vol
Auburn
Vols
Tigers
Jack Meagher
Magher
Kentucky
Pasadena
Cotton Bowl interest narrows as teams debated today
Cotton Bowl head J Curtis Sanford will decide by 2 p m EST whether the game will be an all eastern affair or add a few more calls to his phone bill Boston College and Duquesne show interest while Mississippi State could become the fallback if Duquesne declines Alabama A and M and Tennessee were previously offered the No 1 game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Pec
J. Curtis Sanford
Generalissimo
Boston College
Duquesne University
Sanford
Texas
Tennessee
Duquesne
Aldo
Mississippi State
Georgia Prepares for Miami in Orange Bowl Standoff
The favored University of Georgia football team closes its season tonight at Orange Bowl Stadium against Miami. Georgia beat South Carolina and Florida, while Miami edged North Carolina 27-7 and beat Georgia 13-7 last year, with about 20 000 spectators expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami
Fla
University of Georgia
Bulldogs
South Carolina
Florida
Hurricanes
North Carolina
Georgia
Baseball Convention Revolves Around Landis Decision
Delegates in Cincinnati wrap up meetings amid haste and speculation before Commissioner Landis. The American League backs a rule limiting trades for established stars while the National League rejects it, and Larry MacPhail proposes an interleague post season series. The two leagues explore possible reconciliations as discussions wind down.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Landis
Nation Leaguers
Clark Griffith
Washington
Monte Pearson
Larry MacPhail
Brooklyn
Tim
American League
Walker Traded to Senators for Wright and Appleton
Chicago White Sox outfielder Gee Walker is traded to the Washington Senators in a midnight deal. Taft Wright and Pete Appleton depart as the return, ending Walker's bid for a bonus after a disputed $10 000 figure tied to a 600 000 attendance goal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senators
Cincinnati
Gee Walker
Chicago White Sox
Washington
Pale Hose
Taft Wright
Pete Appleton
Chicago
Wallker
Walker
Want Ads Update Signals Daily Changes
Daily want ads headline notes continual changes in listings and prices. Readers are urged to check new postings for updated opportunities and items for sale services and employment.
DiBenedet poised to lead amateur athletic union
Lawrence Benny DiBenedet is favored to become president of the Amateur Athletic Union at the 51st annual convention in Hollywood Florida as delegates weigh leadership, Pan American games plans, and record proposals including new indoor marks by John Borican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Fla
Lawrence
Benny) DiBenedetto
Amateur Athletic Union
Samuel E. Hoyt
Benny
New Orleans
Hockey Committee
Legislation Committee
U. S
John Borican
Wedding Bells And Community News From Flat Creek
A local wedding joins Leon ard Peters and Miss Geneva Gray on Saturday November 24 as friends send congratulations and a Tennessee honeymoon plans. The area reports a Bible school with a large turnout and mentions visits from Decatur residents and others. Illness and family gatherings color the weekly notes from Flat Creek in Lawrence County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Stanford
Peters-Gray
Leonard Peters
Geneva Gray
Tennessee
Modeen Gray
Lucille Morgan
Bill Skipworth
Margaret
Decatur
J. L. Anderson
Bulene Anderson
Mable Looney
Henry Boyles
Loucene
Mt. Hope
Minnie Stewart
Carrol
Oklahoma
H. O Porter
T. R. Porter
Violet Porter
Vivian Griffin
HO. Porter
Willie Morgan
Cullie Gibson
Charlie Gibson
SEC May Drop Boxing From Conference Business
The Southeastern Conference opens its annual meeting in New Orleans with a proposal to drop boxing from major items and a call for a conference athletic commissioner. Sewanee may resign. discussion on allowing senior athletes to play in all star games without harming other sports standings is anticipated. Faculty leaders and presidents favor a commissioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Southeastern Conference
Sewanee
Harris
Funghouser
M. L. Brittain
Georgia Tech
James J. Doster
University of Alabama
Preacher C C Burns Delivers Sermon at Valley View Church
The Rev C C Burns of Sheffield preached a good sermon Sunday afternoon at Valley View church to a good crowd. Thanksgiving visitors joined local families for meals at Wheeler and Round Island Baptist Church announced upcoming services and gatherings.
Briez Chats About Sport With Eddie Briez Commentary
New York writer Eddie Briez reports on sport rumors and moves. Pie Traynor may join Dodgers as coach while Frank Dobson signs for next season but keeps location secret. Francis J. Gosling Jr. shines in Penn diving and Lou Ambers pauses title until March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Brietz
New York
Traynor
Pittsburgh
Dodgers
Frank Dobson
Maryland
Francis J. Gosling
Penn
Lou Ambers
Paul Derringer
Joe M’carthy
Buffalo
Heisman and Maxwell Honors Highlight 1939 Iowa Stars
Nile Kinnick wins the Heisman and Maxwell awards. Coach Eddie Anderson earns coach of the year with a diamond-studded watch limousine and a large contract. Assistants receive new cars. Rumors swirl about wide careers, DiMaggio bonuses, and college coaching moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nile Kinnick
Eddie Anderson
Iowa
Latest Sports Chat From Chicago Times and Rapid Fire Notes
Marvin M Carter critiques Cincinnati trade talks while club officials scramble to swap shirts. Dick Bartel reportedly agreed to a $10000 Detroit deal before paperwork. Lou Brix eyes boxing venues in Caracas. Tulane star Bob Kellogg and LSU defender Bruce Kendrick both wear No 82 in a 82 yard sprint. Fresno State band leader Wynton Cochran sets a 75 foot throw record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin M’carthy
Chicago Times
Boig
Cincinnati
Mason-Dixon Line
Dick Bartel
Detroit
Lou Brix
Sixto Escobar
Caracas
Venezuela
Tulane
Bob Kellogg
Bruce Kendrick
Wynton Cochran
Fresno State College
Kenosha Prepares Paring Down Pastor Challenge
Kenosha Wis fans await a ten round bout between veteran cyclist Bob Pastor and Paul Hartnck former Creighton U fullback, who once rode bicycles, signaling a bold clash in local rings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenosha
Wis
Bob Pastor
Paul Hartnck
Creighton U
Trade talk stirs Cincinnati market swap idea
David Harum town gossip hints at a proposed swap among M Powell Crosley Jr Sam Adon to enliven the Cincinnati trade scene. The casual chatter imagines exchanging horses in a lighthearted local exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Harum
Cincinnati
M Powell Crosley, Jr
Sam
Don
Hoss
Social notes from Athens families this week
Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. John Todd and family at Athens. Mrs. Theo Evans spent Tuesday with her sister, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Baugh and family. Mrs. John Hardy and Mrs. Redus Baugh spent Thursday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Frank McClung. Mrs Theo Evans called on Mrs. Nannie Grubbs Thursday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Evans were the Sunday afternoon guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, and family Mrs. Frank McClung called on Mrs. Wilburn Evans and daughter, Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claudie Edwards
Owen Edwards
Flora Helms
Ruby Ransome
Pat Femster
Vernon Parker
Openell
John
Ella Pettit
Virgie Light
C. C. Burns
Sheffield
Valley View Church
Lester Evans and
John Hardy
Buford Hardy
Theo Evans
Richard Grubbs
Sallie Green
Walter Ball
Frank McClung
Charlie Jones
Wheeler
Clifford Zehner
Richard—Grubbs
Frank Baugh
Evans
Mary Lee
Ed Evans
Rachel
Gilbert
George Brown
Round Island Baptist Church
John Todd
Athens
Redus Baugh
Nannie Grubbs
Walter Evans
John Evans
Wilburn Evans
Also Mentioned on This Page
Esquire Maga
Zine
Star Decatur High Guard
Capstone
Morgan County Rescue
Lyong
John Fowler
Downtown Athletic Club
New York City
Jack Lords
Oak Park
Ill
Henry Picard
Kang Featue
Onete
Padgett
ST. Louis Cardinals
Brooklyn Dopeers
King Features Syndicate
Brooklynr
Lawrince County
Flat Creek
Limestone County
Blackburn
Brietz
Doc Sutherland
West Virginia
Bill Kern
Judge Landis
Yanks
Joe DiMaggio
George Halas
Chicago Bears
Rabbit Maranville
Marbles College
Dixie Howell
Arizona State Teachers
Maydel Laundry & Dry Cleaners
WMSL
WMFO
Coca-Cola Bottling CO
4Th Ave
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!