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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1928
Page
6
Somerville edged Danville in a tight game as Danville halted in Somerville territory. Danville kept Somerville guards contained throughout the session, but Somerville scored the decisive goals to clinch the victory.
A concise note highlights that major routes connect Decatur from three directions north west and south making access straightforward for travelers and goods.
The St. Louis club acquired Honey who led last year with 43 stolen bases and tied for the lead in triples with 165. He ranked second in sacrifices and will make his fourth major league appearance, having played for Detroit Boston in the American League and Chicago in the National. He joined the Tigers in 1922 and remained until after 1925, then moved to Boston for 1926 and part of 1927 before going to Chicago and then Indianapolis.
Chanticleers will meet the Tigers tonight in the YMCA bowling tournament on the Y alleys.
John Pender of Huntsville was in the city today on a business mission.
A New York report recalls 1928 sports highlights with no single defining event. Babe Ruth and Johnny Farrell are noted among top moments, while the year produced a crowded field of dramatic plays and victories across various sports.
Clarence Pettey, Hi club vice-president and B P U editor-in-chief, excels in sports and writing. He captained Falkville’s 1928 football team and is hailed as one of the region’s top all-round students and athletes. He also speaks at the February annual debate.
Eight teams earn spots on the S I A A all star football eleven chosen by the Associated Press from votes of coaches and sports writers. Players include Thompson end Lemmond tackle Furman Kopeha tackle Chattanooga Hitt quarterback Mississippi College and others with Purman University having multiple selections.
Tax assessor H. O. Troup warned Morgen County citizens that delinquent assessments trigger a 10 percent penalty starting the first Monday in February. Taxpayers were urged to assess and pay by January 1 to avoid extra costs.
Atlanta news reports heavy rain delaying practice as Georgia Tech prepares for a stiff scrimmage on Grant Field before leaving December 23 for the Rose Bowl trip to Pasadena. The team drills in California formations while others work through drills in the rain.
Advice urges early treatment of colds to prevent influenza or pneumonia. Recommends hot bath laxative and Vicks VapoRub bedtime use to break up a cold overnight. Explains vapors enter through skin and air passages while excessive dosing risks digestion.
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