Central High names first basketball squad after call
Twenty eight men answered the first call for cage rehearsals at Central high school. Coaches Taylor and Fuller will not cut the squad until after Christmas. A basketball tournament is planned next week to spark interest and uncover new talent. Elimination contests head to finals Wednesday with schedule announcements coming soon.
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OWA Alumni Revolt Expands Against Iowa Administration
Alumni tensions rise as Chicago Superior Court Judge M M McKinley calls for an investigation into the University of Iowa athletic department and broader discord across university divisions. The revolt follows Iowa’s ouster from a conference amid mounting conditions.
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New York University Names 1930 Football Captain
Jerry Nemecek star end at New York University has been elected captain for the 1930 football season. Fellow players and coaches hailed his leadership and on field performance as key for the coming schedule.
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Jerry Nemecek
New York University
Alumni Speak Out Over Iowa Ouster Ruling
Judge McKinley says Iowa reinstatement affects all alumni and state taxpayers and objects to conference athletic directors being drawn into the issue. He notes authorities did not seek alumni advice though some offered it, warning the matter extends beyond athletics to a university duty.
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Vanderbit and Sewanee sever athletic relations
The article reports a break in athletic relations between Vanderbilt and Sewanee over Turkey Day football. Sewanee learns of Vanderbilt replacing Sewanee with Alabama in a four year series, and Sewanee officials express frustration at not being officially notified before public release. Most schedules are already set.
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Art Shires Wins His Initial Bout in Chicago
Art Shires, who admitted his baseball skill, proved his boxing talents by stopping Dan Daly of Cleveland in 21 seconds. The opening round began with Shires delivering a haymaker that ended the bout quickly in Chicago last night.
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Dan Daly
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Little's Salary May Set A Record
Lou Little of Georgetown is to coach Columbia University next year and could earn 18000 dollars annually, a national record. Alabama pursued Dan McGugin of Vanderbilt, offering 10000 dollars and a raised offer if necessary, but McGugin declined and recommended Wallace Wade.
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Christmas Shopping Ads Distinguish Decatur Letterheads
The Daily notes letterheads and envelopes printed in Decatur as a festive season hint. Readers are reminded to shop locally during the holiday period with promotional wording typical of the era.
Trade in Decatur Center of North Alabama Agriculture
Trade in Decatur highlights its role as the regional hub for Agriculture in North Alabama. The city’s markets, services, and events shape local farming, processing, and distribution. Officials emphasize growth, infrastructure, and community support for producers.
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Valley Conference urged to unify North Alabama football
Local supporters argue for a Valley Conference to consolidate North Alabama counties football efforts. They criticize the state association as worldly and out of touch, saying boards lack local insight and injustices may result. A regional conference is seen as a remedy for the football situation.
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Tenery Valley
Bud Morrell Dies At Limestone County Home
Bud Morrell a well known Limestone county citizen died after a brief illness. A large crowd attended his funeral at the Methodist church on December 8. He was laid to rest at Elliot cemetery in Giles County Tennessee.
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Army’s Cagle Proved To Be One Of The Greats At West Point
The article recounts Cadet Chris Cagle’s legendary Army career, detailing his impact on the national stage, notable games at Chicago New York and Palo Alto, and his role as a premier defensive halfback amid an era of famed Army linemen and rivals like Wilson, Yale, Notre Dame, and Stanford.
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Carideo
Elder
Ben Ticknor
Harvard
Barry Wood
Greene
Vincent
Hare
Tony Holm Tops Alabama Rushing This Season
Tony Holm, Alabama's great full back, stacked up 1,388 rushing yards and contributed heavily in passing and punting, according to season statistics compiled by the stats crew.
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Alabamas
Bama
Baseball Trades Dominate Major League Meetings in New York
National and American league club owners gather in New York for league meetings amid talk of trades and possible season shortenings. Pitchers and catchers are in high demand as teams consider moves involving Morris, Vance, Grimes, Benton, Frisch, Wilbert Robinson, and other stars.
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Boston
Dazzy Vance
Chicago Cubs
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Pittsburgh Pirates
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St. Louis
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Washington
Gus
Dempsey Rules Scott Is Winner
Jack Dempsey served as referee in an eastern bout between Phil Scott and Otto Van Po rat and ruled Scott winner on a foul. The call sparked discussion though the blow in question was clearly foul.
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Dempsey Rules
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Jack Dempsey
Phil Scott
Otto van Porat
Alabama Faces Tough Opponent For Season Opener
Alabama basketball opens the season against the Birmingham Y M C A Red Birds, a strong Southern champion returning key stars Hood E Smith Wamby Laney and O Nea l. Freshmen include Pugh Munkasey Aiken M Laney and Kimbrough with Malcolm Laney ineligible until after semester, promising a sharp defensive duel.
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Englishman Escapes Blow as Fight Ends in Verdict
A disputed exchange ends without injury as Jack tries to force continuation while the referee halts the bout and declares Scott the winner.
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