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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1927

Page

6

Borge Sisler May Travel To Senators From Browns

Dec 14 report from York notes major league trade talks with the Browns and Senators centered on Borge Sisler and other stars. Detroit, St Louis, Philadelphia and Washington discussed multiple deals with Sisler viewed as a key prize despite noncommittal remarks from sources. Trade chatter linked Sisler to the Senators with possible moves involving Johnny Nuen and other players as teams maneuvered behind the scenes.

Borge Sisler Senators Browns Healan Goulder Press York Jimmy Y Johnny Mokan Chrere Inonard Phillies Johnny Scholte Pitmy Ring Bie St. Louis Blue Detroit Nuen Seton Athletics Sox Sisler Sena Cyff Washington Youncy

West Selected for All-State

Pete West of Central High named to the all-state team by the Montgomery Advertiser in a lineup featuring Laney Woodlawn Le Abernathy Tuscaloosa It Saunders Besse mer Jg Are TM sillips Cloverdale McRee Lanier Holley Cain Lanier Doster Dothan West Decatur. The paper notes a stronger line and a backfield with speed and deception led by Holley Doster Cain Lanier West.

Pete West Central High Machine Montgomery Advertiser Paul Duncan Advertiser Laney Woodlawn Abernathy Tuscaloosa Saunders Bessemer Are Sillips Center Ee Oc Bless Cloverdale West Cain

Athens Coyotes Set for Week of Intercollegiate Games

Athens College plans a week long road trip starting Wednesday noon with thirteen on board including ten players and a center with a broken wrist. The Coyotes visit Howard coeds in Birmingham Jacksonville State Normal in Jacksonville and Auburn before returning to Birmingham Saturday. Team members listed include Mary Scott Lena McGregor Adelene Barnes Eunice Murphy Nan Jones Elizabeth Davis Decatur Mable Wilcoxson Effie Ozley Oni Allgood Hattie Mae Parker.

Auburn Howard Jacksonville State Normal Athens College Athens College Coyotes Athens Birmingham Howard Coeds Jacksonville Mary Scott Jean Morris Lena McGregor Adelene Barnes Mary Ellen Herders Eunice Andy) Murphy Margaret Clements Mable Wilcoxson Nan Jones Elizabeth Davis Decatur Effie Ozley Oni Allgood Hattie Mae Parker

Loughran Plans To Battle Often In 12 Month Span

Tommy Loughran plans a busy year after defeating Jimmy Slattery in New York. Loughran, the 115 pound king, aims to defend his title against Leo Lomski January 6 at Madison Square Garden and seeks another challenger. The New York commission’s decision to crown him was not unanimous, with two judges backing Slattery and a draw by the referee. Both boxers reportedly earned about 16000 dollars. Loughran carried a reopened minor cut beneath his left eye.

New York Tommy Loughran New York State Athletic Commission Jimmy Slattery National Boxing Association Leo Lomski Madison Square Garden New York Commission Tom Flynn Charles Mathison Philadelphia Adonis Lou Magnolia Loughran Slattery

Fight Tickets Go On Sale In Decatur Event

Tickets for Decatur's first prize fight in years go on sale at George's Place and Decatur Drug Co. The December 26 show at Hills Garage, Bank Street, is staged by Post No. 15 American Legion with a strong card including a battle royal and the Louisier Oscar match. Semi final features lightweights Smith and Hooper.

Decatur George’s Place Second Avenue Decatur Drug Co Bank Street Hill's Post No. 15 The American Legion Smith Hooper

Tuscumbia Player Becomes a Brown

Heinie Manush, a Tuscumbia man and former Detroit Tiger, is now property of the St. Louis Browns in the American League. A deal involving the clubs was announced today.

Heinie Manush Detroit Tigers St. Louis Browns Detroit St. Louis

Johnson to Visit Other Laboratories

Johnson, a technician with the Tennessee Valley Laboratory, will spend his vacation visiting other laboratories in the state. He plans trips to Birmingham, Montgomery and Mobile, with the vacation period ending on Christmas day.

Johnson C. ©. Johnson The Tennessee Valley Laboratory Mr. Johnson Birmingham Montgomery Mobile

Goers to Birmingham for district meeting of tanagers

A group member from the Southern Bellte company left at noon today for Birmingham to attend a district meeting of tanagers and will return in a few days.

Southern Bellte Company Birmingham

Scout Drive Nearer to Goal in Morgan County Fund Effort

Morgan countys drive for the 1000 rehabilitation fund for the Boy Scouts of America moved closer to completion as canvassers pressed on. The campaign has passed the halfway mark with Limestone and Madison counties awaiting Morgan countys contribution to seal the fund.

Morgan County Boy Scouts of America Limestone Madison Counties

Falkville’s basketball entrants praised by officer visitor

Monroe West of Morgan County says Falkville’s basketball entrants this year are as good or better than in prior years. He was in town on business when commenting on the squad's prospects.

Falkville Monroe West Morgan County

No Building Permits Issued in December Records Reveal

City records show no building permits were issued in December from Johnston Street City Hall. Officials noted the month produced no permit activity as documented today.

Johnston Street City Hall

Tax collection drags despite hints of life warns of approaching limit

Henry Hartung assistant city clerk cautions that tax collection is slower than desired as deadlines near and penalties will be added for late payments. He notes approaching limits and urges timely settlement to avoid extra charges.

Henry Hartung Hartung

Painting Truck At Johnston Street Fire Dept

Firemen at Johnston Street department used the temporary fire alarm setup today to repaint the fire truck. The vehicle will retain a brilliant red color.

Johnston Street

Nothing New on Waldermose Flogging Report

No new information emerged today on the flogging case in Waldermose section of the county. Officers continued their investigation and withheld further details.

Waldermose

Malone Is Here Benny Malone Returns From West

Benny Malone, after months in the west, is a guest of relatives and greeted by scores of friends upon his return. The welcome reception marks a homecoming noted by local residents and family.

Malone Benny Malone West Young Malone

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Giher Pu Pond George Sisler Sall-State Decatur Cleaners & Dyers Grant Street J. E. Black Stinson Bros 2Nd Ave Decater Ala Central National Bank Honer Robel Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co Edi LeGet
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