Butler Endowment Plan For Athletics Draws Mixed Support
New York December 23 Dr Nicholas Murray Butler proposed alumni endowment of intercollegiate athletics to cut gate receipts witnesses mixed reaction from college leaders. Critics call it impractical while some favor broader funding. opinions vary on a potential athletic league of nations and alumni funding limits.
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Alonzo Stagg
University of Chicago
George Huff
University of Illinois
Walter Dill Scott
Northwestern
John L. Griffiths
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League of Nations
Fraser Metzger
Rutgers
Ernest M. Hopkins
Dartmouth
Old Timers Lose To Woco Pep Team
Old Timers fell to Woco Pep 3 0 in a night game that left one team with three points. The article notes several strong performances, highlights J L Harris's high total in the new tournament, and quotes coaches and university leaders debating Dr Butler's league plan and its impact on funding and eligibility across conferences.
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Cowine
J. L. Harris
Fights Last Night in Boston Rochester and Birmingham
Willie Oster of Boston knocked out Edgar Norman of Norway in the first round. Oss Till of Rochester knocked out Harry Feurstein of Berlin Heights in the first round. Battling Bozo of Birmingham fought Rosy Rosales of Cleveland to a ten round draw.
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Harry Feurstein
Berlin Heights
Birmingham
Ala
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Salt Lake City Police Recover 3600 Stolen Bicycles
The Salt Lake City Police Department reported recovering 3,600 stolen bicycles last year, a major effort in property crime prevention and recovery for residents.
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Salt Lake City
Notre Dame Stars Bring Planes To West Coast Match
Rockne and Joe Savoldi will fly into Los Angeles to bolster the Notre Dame squad for a pre Christmas clash. Savoldi left Chicago by train and will transfer to air travel to speed arrival. Rockne spoke from Rochester and plans to arrive Friday night. The West Coast showdown also features Washington State, Alabama Crimson Tide, North Dakota Flickertails, and University of Washington in practice and bowl-related preparations.
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Crimson Tide
Leading Bowler Harris Dominates Local Meet Records
J Luther Harris led scoring with 165 while B O Sims 162 and Jas Mitchell 157 trailed. Individual high single went to Jas Mitchell 204 and Harris total 496. Team marks: Decatur Iron and Steel 713 in a game and 1996 in a match.
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B. O. Sims
Jas
Morrow
Mitchell
R. E. Harris
Herman Troup
California Sees Women Involved in 12 Percent of Auto Crashes
The state statistics department estimates women account for about 12 percent of California automobile accidents. The figures reflect participation rates across various vehicle incidents and highlight gender disparities in crash data.
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California
Statistical Department
Southern Association clubs weigh six club circuit plan
Memphis December 23. Southern Association club owners will meet December 29 in a called session to discuss reducing the circuit from eight to six and to transact any business. The move aims to resolve issues from Knoxville delaying Mobile, and Little Rock failing to renew its lease. Dispatches note mixed reactions from member cities.
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League
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Memphis
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The
Southern League
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Atlanta
Birmingham
New Orleans
Chattanooga
Confession Leads to Discharge for Alabama Man
James Helms about 30 surrendered to Athens police claiming guilt and a forgery warrant in Idaho Falls Idaho. Authorities learned he had obtained a small sum there and was not wanted by law. He was released after his conscience cleared and he received shelter from the city.
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James Helms
Idaho Falls
Idahod
Idaho
Helms
Athens Sets January 6 Special Tax Election
Athens will hold a Jan 6 special election on a proposed three mill tax for six years. Voters must reside in the Athens school district and use two voting boxes for the ballot.
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Athens
Athnes Ala
Iron Ore Shipments From Lake Superior Fall Slightly in 1930
Iron ore shipments for the 1930 season from the Lake Superior district will total nearly 47,000,000 tons, a decrease over 1929.
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Lake Superior District
Shell Deposits Found in Santa Barba National Forest
Large accumulations of oyster and clam shells were discovered in the Santa Barba National Forest, indicating historic shellfish processing or consumption sites nearby. The find centers attention on past activities and potential archaeologic significance in the forested area.
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Santa Barba National Forest
End zone depth debated by Marquette coach in 1930
Milwaukee December 23 Coach Frank J Murray of Marquettes undefeated 1930 football team argues to raise end zone depth from 10 to 20 yards to aid offense. He says wider end zones would help passing plays near the five yard line and reduce stoppages in scoring territory.
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Frank J. Murray
Marquette
Murray
Decatur News Roundup Mixed with Holiday Happenings
The Tennessee river shows a 4 foot gauge today. Mrs. E G Lovell returns from Chattanooga after visiting relatives. Marriage license issued to William Guy Holliday and Nettie Carter. City hall busy as property owners rush to retire city debt before January 1. Dr H C McRee reports no date for chest clinic yet but it will be after the new year. Decatur Pilot club holds a Christmas tree with gifts for members. The Rev J E Berkstresser and family plan Christmas in Talladega with his mother. Mayor B L Malone visits Birmingham. Prisoners at the county jail receive oranges to spread Christmas cheer. Rev J D Pickens opens a sermon series for workers at Louisville and Nashville railway shops. The big tri-mo remains in operation after Monday flights.
East West Charity Game Practice Opens in San Francisco
Football stars for the East and West squads held heavy practice in preparation for the annual charity game next Saturday. The Eastern team coached by Andy Kerr of Colgate and Hanley of Northwestern trained at Stanford with Kerr teaching the Warner wing back form.
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Teser
Cekemea Oh
Berkeley
Dana X
Bible
Nebraska
Percy Lacey
Connie Mack Remains Optimistic On 68th Birthday
Connie Mack, aged 68, says keep young with the future and not the past as he visits Shibe Park. The Athletics manager declares he has no thought of retirement and notes crowds are larger than ever, though he has not seen night baseball and doubts it will be soon seriously considered.
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Veteran Sought In Death Of Sheriff
An 85 year old Civil War veteran G L Mattlock is sought after he shot and killed Sheriff John A. Phillips 75, near Huntsville Arkansas while the sheriff read a warrant. Deputy Tarker assisted in the arrest attempt yesterday and Mattlock’s family survives the sheriff.
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G. L. Mattlock
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T. B. Tarker
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Jim Allman
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Decatur Airplane Sets Flight For Today Amid Holiday Crowds
A Ford airplane had been in Decatur since Friday afternoon taking passengers aloft and was slated to depart today. Beautiful weather drew a large holiday crowd as shoppers filled the streets. Post office workers hurried to their cars to mail eleventh hour parcels and letters while incoming mail remained heavy. There will be no American Legion Auxiliary meeting tonight.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Coach resents forecasts ahead of Rose Bowl clash
Washington State’s Cougars arrive in Southern California for the Tournament of Roses with coach Orin Babe Hollingberg disputing Alabama’s favoritism. He notes the team’s undefeated season and strong defense while urging belief in their offense. Alabama travels from Grand Canyon for training at Patterson Occidental College with a sightseeing stop en route.
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California
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Babe” Hollingberg
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Limited Schedule For Athens Plant
Authorities state that after a month of full time operation the Athens plant will run a limited schedule through the holiday season and return to full time after January 1.
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