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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1931

Page

8

Fifteen Candidates Seek Places on Central Basketball Team

Central High announces fifteen players vying for spots on the basketball squad as Hank Crisp notes Alabama will use a deliberate offense this season. Lamar Moye, football captain, likely to center, with several newcomers adding potential. The Red and Black plan a strong Valley schedule aiming for competitiveness. Dates listed include Carl Doss, Red Kendall, Earl Smith, and others.

Central Alabama Hank Crisp Lamar Moye Moye Carl Doss Red Kendall Earl Smith Hamilton Hudson Banks Harvey Hefner Yarbrough Bob Hunter Harry Eubanks Henry Stacy Wilson Morrin

Georgia Ends Yale Series Beating Bulldogs Three Times

Georgia closed out the Yale series this year as the Bulldogs of the South defeated the Bulldogs of the East in all three games. A renewal is hoped for in 1933. New York University is tentatively on the Georgians schedule, with Dean Sanford noting the plan remains tentative and Alabama may be added.

Georgia Bulldogs New York University Dean Sanford Alabama

Plans for Schmeling Walker Bout Hit Snag in Illinois

The planned Chicago championship bout between Mickey Walker and Max Schmeling stalled as Illinois Attorney General ruled an amendment to the boxing law could not be considered during the legislative special session.

Chicago Mickey Walker Max Schmeling Illinois

Londos Wins Easy Two Falls In Birmingham Wrestling Show

Jim Londos world champion humbles Earnie Dusek in two straight falls at the Legion card in municipal auditorium Birmingham. Londos dominated the second fall in 36 seconds after a 30 minute opening round display of skill. The card also featured a draw between Paul Harper and Sun Jennings with Harper favored by Birmingham fans.

Jim Londos Earnie Dusek Legion Municipal Auditorium Birmingham Londos Dusek Paul Harper Sun Jennings Harper

Sophomore Club Is In Prospect for Alabama Basketball

Alabama's Hank Crisp shores up offense with sophomores as four of five potential scorers from last season depart. New names Kimbrough Connatser Katz Bauman and Smith emerge to push Tide offense, with Bauman learning Hood’s push shot and Smith tipped for center duties.

Wamby Alabama Zeke ‘Kimbrough Harry Katz Roy Connatser Herman Bauman Kimbrough Connatser Lanier High Bauman Hood Lindy Hood Bob Cotton Montgomery Johnny Freeman Phillips Birmingham Lawton Laney Aiken Nobles P. Munkasey Z. Munkasey

Charges Against Columbia Crumble

Allegations claimed football players were paid for services with knowledge of athletic authorities. The charge originated from university officials and an investigation. The so called secret committee denied the charge.

Columbia

Conference Commissioner's Role in Reform Talks

Amid reforms in the Southern conference, talk focuses on appointing a commissioner to enforce eligibility rules. Zipp Newman suggests Dan McGugin for the post, but McGugin declines. Hank Crisp of Alabama is proposed as the suitable candidate.

Zipp Newman Birmingham News Dan McGugin Hank Crisp Alabama

Champion plans 10 take it easy

Jim Londos, after two straight fall wins over Earnie Dusek in Birmingham, says he plans to take it easy after the year opens. He confirms a Boston bout and a Madison Square Garden match with Ray Steelen next week, noting a long, successful career and peak earnings nearing a million and a half dollars. Londos says retirement is not planned, but reduced schedule and injury risk push him toward a lighter pace.

Jim Londos Earnie Dusek Birmingham Boston Ray

Chamber of Commerce member drive progress reported

Two thirds of the initial list of membership prospects had yet to be seen as the Chamber of Commerce drive progressed. From 25 teams reports were filed with 17 teams still to report and some teams reporting partially. The drive ends Friday night and full reports are needed for a complete campaign check.

Chamber of Commerce

Wynne to Iowa Rumor Stirs Southern Conference Circles

Rumor suggests Chet Wynne, Auburn's chief coach, may move to Iowa. Officials expect a formal denial soon. After strong progress at the Plains, Wynne is not anticipated to be enticed away as he begins to reap results.

Chet Wynne Auburn Iowa Wynne Plains

Iowa Hawkeye coach search stirs nation wide interest

Iowa City officials weigh options to hire a head coach for the Hawkeye program following Burt Ingwersen’s departure. Prominent candidates include Slip Madigan St Marys Chet Wynne Alabama Polytechnic Chick Meehan NYU and Jim Crowley Michigan State, all having strong 1931 seasons.

Iowa City Iowa Iowa University Burt Ingwersen Hawkeye St. Mary's Auburn New York University Michigan State

Steady Progress Report Amid Swift Efforts

Amid a rapid push, progress appeared steady and likely to indicate overall success. The tone suggested confidence in the pace and momentum of the undertaking, with officials noting tangible gains as work continued.

Tide Hopes Deliberate Offense For Alabama Basketball

Alabama's basketball team aims for a deliberate offense this season under Coach Hank Crisp. The Tide plans swift passing and close-range shots, hoping to fill the gap left by Lindy Hood. New sophomores and veterans like Bob Cotton Herman Bauman show promise as they blend into the system.

Lobert Named Manager of Jersey City Skeeters

Hans Lobert of the Pheadeishia era has been appointed manager of the Jersey City Skeeters in the International League. He succeeds Bob Shawkey, previously Yankee manager. Lobert previously served for a single year.

Hans Lombart Pheadeishia” Nata’ Eee Jersey City Skeeters Bob Shawkey Yankee Lobart

Duck Season Closes Early For Hunters This Year

A presidential proclamation shortened the duck hunting season to one month this year leaving hunters to pack their gear as the season ends early.

Veteran Returns From Lake City Hospital Visit

Earl Williams, receiving treatment at the veterans hospital in Lake City Florida, returned home yesterday. En route to Decatur he paused for a brief visit to Mr and Mrs Roy Shaw in Valdosta Georgia.

Earl Williams Veterans Hospital Lake City Fie Decatur Roy Shaw Valdosta

Parnell Named Honorary Captain for Florida Gators

The Florida Gators designate Ed Parnell as honorary captain for the season. Veterans Cotton, Smith and Lipe remain key players while sophomores Katz, Cennatser, Bauman, Freeman, and Zeke Kimbrough join the squad.

Parnell Florida ’Gators Ed Parnell Cotton Smith Lipe Katz Cennatser Bauman Freeman Zeke Kimbrough

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