Connie Mack at 69 Eyes on Athletics' pennant edge
Connie Mack reflects on turning 69 while shaping the Philadelphia Athletics for another American League pennant chase. He says retirement is not in sight and cites changes in baseball, noting faster competition, stronger Yankees, and cautious optimism about Cleveland and Detroit.
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Londos Dominates With Body Slam Victory in MSG
Jim Londos extended his control over rivals by pinning title claimant Ray Steele at Madison Square Garden after a 55 minute 21 second bout. The finish mirrored his Birmingham win over Earnie Dusek, using a decisive body slam.
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Kentucky to Meet Tide in Lexington Schedule
The Cats announce their next season slate with games in Lexington and elsewhere. Kentucky hosts Alabama on October 20 and faces other opponents including Virginia Military Institute Sewanee Georgia Tech Washington and Lee Virginia Polytechnic Institute Duke Tulane Tennessee and Duke is listed for Durham and Knoxville respectively.
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Willard’s Son Emerges as Glendale Football Guard
Willard Jr., 17, son of former heavyweight champion, shows football interest over boxing. He plays as a regular guard for Glendale, California, team and plans a college career.
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Jess Willard, Jr
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Cal
Prosperity Seen Return for Western Conference Sports
John L. Griffith foresees a revival in Western Conference sports as gate receipts rise with improved business. He notes a revenue decline this year but expects a marked upturn with renewed prosperity in athletics nationwide.
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Voice of the People on Christmas charity and children
A reader urges equal compassion for all children reflecting Christ’s love. The piece questions why some kids are fed clothed and others hungry and bare, noting that Christmas should be a day of joy for all while many lack basic warmth and necessities.
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Money Arrives For Limestone Teachers
Athens Alabama December 23 Special funds from state authorities have begun arriving to pay Limestone County teachers who had worked on certificates of indebtedness through the fall. County Superintendent J M Lawson has started disbursing the monies, ending the long wait for pay.
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Movement to Start New Bank in Athens
A movement is under way in Athens to establish a new bank as the town has only one bank after two local banks closed in the last 90 days. A committee is interviewing business men and seeking subscriptions to the capital stock, with formalities expected to be completed soon.
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Records Made on the Diamond by William Barridge
William Barridge reviews 1931 American League records set by Lou Gehrig Lefty Grove Earl Webb and Wesley Ferrell noting 67 doubles 30 plus win totals and 9 home runs as well as first three 20 win seasons. He praises the Cardinals World Series victory over the Athletics and predicts a tighter race in 1932 plus cost cuts and changes to the ball and player limits. He highlights Ben Chapman stealing 61 bases and the White Sox city series win as signs of strength for 1932.
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Maryland coach Curly Byrd Circles Spring Commissioner Visit
Curly Byrd, Maryland coach, says the proposed conference commissioner would face a tough first year but ease in the second. He sits on the committee to discuss such employment and believes a northern intercollegiate conference is likely in spring.
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Dr and Mrs Emens visit Crowley Louisiana for holidays
Dr and Mrs Redding Emens depart by automobile Tuesday for Crowley Louisiana to stay with relatives over the holidays. They headed out early due to high waters in several sections of the Southland.
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Holiday eclipse falls on sports in Alabama grid year end
The Associated Press reports a quiet sports scene as Christmas approaches with attention shifting to the reborn Southern League and a charity football game at Cramton Bowl featuring Sidney Lanier and Cloverdale alumni. Selma fans expect the Leafs in next season’s lineup after leading attendance last year.
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Pinal to Outline Reorganization Plans in January Meeting
Details of the reorganization will be worked out January 18 as discussions shift to salary and player limits. Several clubs reportedly plan links with major league teams and receive aid as farms, with little opposition noted.
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Pinal
Lanier and Cloverdale Grads Practice at Cramton Bowl
Lanier and Cloverdale grads in Montgomery hold nightly practice at Cramton Bowl as trainloads of students return for holidays. Lanier hopes Coach Frank Thomas will permit Johnny Cain to join Chesty Moseley in the Poets backfield. Cloverdale features Auburn stars Tom Brown and Lindley Hatfield in the backfield.
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Auburn
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Percy Beard Among 10 Finalists for Sullivan Award
Auburn hurdler Percy Beard is named among the nation’s 10 outstanding athletes in the final Sullivan Award balloting. The Sullivan Memorial committee will announce the honoree, who last year went to Bobby Jones.
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Unusual Subject Discussed At Midweek Service
The midweek service at First Baptist Church will discuss can the dead communicate with the living led by Rev. J. E. Berkstresser. Public invited to attend beginning at 7 15 p m.
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Woodlands physician Dr T J Russell recovers from illness
Friends report Woodland Mills physician Dr T J Russell much improved after several weeks of serious illness from pneumonia and pleurisy.
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T. J. Russell
Woodland Mills
Book Of Judges Will Be Discussed At Westminster Church
The midweek study at Westminster Presbyterian Church tonight will discuss the Book of Judges beginning at 7 30 oclock. The public is invited to attend and hear explanations of the facts presented in the book.
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Miss Mattie Evans Takes Brief Vacation at Home
Miss Mattie Evans head nurse at Baugh's Infirmary enjoys a short holiday resting at her home, taking a break from duties while away from the hospital setting.
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Mattie Evans
Baugh's Infirmary
Used Leather Leggings for Sale Large Size Buy Now
Classified note offers used leather leggings in large size for sale. Contact via phone number 582-L2 for purchase or inquiries.
Foreclosure Sale Under 1921 Mortgage Notice
Morgan County National Bank of Decatur Alabama will sell at public outcry on Friday January 15 1932 the real estate in Morgan County Alabama secured by a mortgage dated May 14 1921 from H W Neville and Elizabeth W Neville to the bank. Sale to satisfy the indebtedness with costs. Also notices a stockholders meeting of North Alabama Building and Loan Association on January 25 1932 in Decatur Alabama to elect a board and approve bylaw amendments.
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Ex-Basketeteers Have Limelight At Auburn Holiday Return
Auburn notes reveal four ex Tiger stars Fob James Frank DuBose Louie James and Ebb James spending Christmas back at the Plains. The 1928 squad posted 20 wins with two losses, producing numerous letters and awards. All hold coaching roles in Alabama high schools and Ed James at Perry County plans a 1932 rematch after a 2 to 0 football thriller with Louie’s Demopolis squad.
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Defectively wired hazards warned by fire chief Ellis Jones
Fire Chief Ellis W. Jones urges property owners to prevent fires through proper wiring care. He notes hazards from worn cords switches sockets damaged appliances and bridged fuses. Emphasizing fuse safety he warns against bridging and advises electrician help if a second fuse blows.
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Techs prep for California game in favorable weather
Georgia Tech coaches push hard for Saturdays matchup with California amid good conditions after rains kept players indoors. Alexander notes no knowledge of California power or defense under non scouting agreement.
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Kiwanis Bowls Past Smith Equipment Co in Clear Defeat
Kiwanis last night beat Smith Equipment Co at the Y M C A Bowling Alley, leaving them scoreless. Captain White and E N Hart delivered top games, Herman Safley tied his high with 200, and other Kiwanis players also excelled. A Decatur Iron and Steel versus L N Freight Office match is set for tonight with a 65 pin handicap for the Freight Office, moved up for safety reasons. The fire department hopes for a future with automatic circuit breakers replacing fuses.
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Tulane Squad Scouts USC Scrimmage Hints at Pasadena Clash
In Tucson on December 23 Tulane faced a red jersey USC squad in a two hour drill as both teams prepared for the Rose Bowl. Captain Jerry Dalrymple showed slight back trouble but coach Bernie Bierman affirmed Dalrymple would start in Pasadena. Bierman predicted California defeat by about 28 to 7.
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Tide to face Southwestern in season opener in Tuscaloosa
Alabama's Crimson Tide will meet Southwestern in the season opener next year. Southwestern's freshly released schedule confirms the opener will be in Tuscaloosa, with Alabama awaiting details for the rest of its slate.
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Cagle Visits LSU Denies Interest in coaching Post
Red Cagle, All American halfback at Army, visited Baton Rouge yesterday and denied seeking the LSU coaching job. He said he was visiting his old friend Ray Mobely, executive secretary of the LSU Alumni Federation, who reportedly covered Cagle during his Southwestern Louisiana tenure.
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