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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1934

Page

6

Players list and lineups for upcoming game in California

The text shows quotes on betting, weather forecast, and a proposed 2:15 p.m. kickoff in Pacific Standard Time. Probable starting lineups include Boaden Marr Woodward Adams Kay Francis Westley ner Coater Bob Morrow Lawrence Rouble James Whatley Claude Callaway Paul Bryant Keith Topping Riley Smith Frank Alustiza Millard Van Dellen Angelich Bob Hamilton Joe Demyanovich Grayson Pullback and officials Referee Bob Evans umpire Cort Majors field judge R J Ducote with affiliations Georgia Tech and Alabama Poly noted.

Boaden Marr Woodward Adams Kay Francis Westley Ner Coater Bob Morrow Lawrence Rouble James Whatley Claude Callaway Paul Bryant Keith Topping Riley Smith Frank Alustiza Millard Aoe Pao van Dellen Eeft Angelich Bob Hamilton Joe Demyanovich Nette Grayson Bob Evans Ailliken Cort Majors Alifornia G. M. Phillips Georgia Tech R. J. Ducote Alabama Poly

Chase and Nelson tied to gang in prison plot

Federal agents pursue Chase and George Nelson as a $1,740 cache mailed to Pratt in Helena lures Chase from California. Chase is arrested after attempting to borrow funds from former state fish hatchery workers, as a federal grand jury weighs evidence and a victim’s widow begins to talk.

Lyme Selison Nisahnoaehin Chase Pratt Helena Mt. Shasta Cal United States Dwight H. Green Nelson Helen Gillis

Battle Preview Between Teams Stirs Large Fan Interest

Fans from across the region anticipate a hot clash as Cox and Warner meet with both offensive stars in top shape after rapid recoveries. The article highlights key players and probable lineups including Docherty, Liston, Tests, Smukler, and a Tulane commit amid strong turnout nearing 30,000.

Morrow Bob. Simon Fer Cman John Boyd Tom Inga Ormary Tulane Cox Warner

No Injuries Reported In Two-Truck Crash At Local Intersection

No injuries were reported after a collision between a W. J. Williams truck and another truck at the intersection of Mooresville road and Bee Line Highway Saturday. The Williams truck sustained heavy damage. the other driver’s name was not learned.

Mooresville Road Bee Line Highway W. J. Williams Williams

Examinations for CCC Recruits Held in North Alabama

Examinations for CCC recruits will be held in Decatur on January 7 with applicants from eight North Alabama counties tested to fill new forestry camp quotas. The exact examination site will be announced later by relief department officials.

CCC Decature North Alabama

Blocking Back Gets Break as Ralph Wins Bowl Trip

The article describes a Rose Bowl setup between Alabama veterans and Stanford with co mentors timing high school teams for a guest game. A coin flip decided which mentor would benefit from the trip while McRight prepared for the West Coast voyage.

Ralph Stanford Alabama McRight Nashville Suther Tide Rose Bowl Washington State

Hike planned by Scout Troop 11 to Seneca Springs

A Boy Scout Troop 11 meeting at Central Baptist Church Friday night approved hike plans to Seneca Springs on January 5. Several Scouts completed second class tests.

Central Baptist Church Seneca Springs

Rules for buying supplies under fair competition codes

Mrs. J. A. Woods Morgan county relief director announced Washington instructions requiring government contractors or suppliers to buy only as they comply with fair competition codes. All future relief department purchases must meet those specifications.

J. A. Woods Morgan County Washington

Orange Bowl Practices Taper Before Inter sectional Showdown

Bucknell University and the University of Miami taper off with secret drills for the Orange Bowl inter sectional clash. The Pennsylvanians plan tougher workouts to acclimate to warm weather, while the Hurricanes conduct light limbering exercises.

Miami Fra Bucknell University University of Miami

Dr. Barnes Resigns Baptist Pastor Post in Montgomery

Dr. F M Barnes longtime Clayton Street Baptist Church pastor in Montgomery announces resignation effective April 1 and acceptance of secretary treasurer role with the Alabama Baptist executive board.

Montgomery Ala F. M. Barnes Clayton Street Baptist Church Alabama Baptist Executive Board

Newcomer Max Glover Set to Challenge Dillman in Decatur Show

In Decatur at the downtown Legion arena a feature wrestling bout pits newcomer Max Glover against rival Dynamite Joe Dillman. Dillman fumes over a Christmas card from a reader dubbed Decatur Daisy and promises a brutal start to 1935. The match, slated for 8:30 PM, could mark a defining early setback for Dillman.

Lansing Mich Legion Arena Dillman Daisy Decatur Dynamite Joe Joseph Joe Max Glover Joe Dillman Glover Chicago

Cooper-Wells Split Battles Trinity In Basketball Action

Cooper-Wells boys beat Trinity Independents 25 12 led by Wade with 9 and Jackson with 8 points. Trinity’s Sheats topped their scoring with 6. In girls play Cooper-Wells fell 21 16 as Barrett scored 12 while Terry and Beams starred for Trinity with 10 and 11 points.

Cooper-Wells Trinity Independents Wade Jackson Sheats Trinity Harpo Carey Cottrell Trinit Ts Short Lenis Bowling Roger Barrett Terry Beams

Car Stolen. Huntsville, Decatur Seek Chevrolet Coach

Huntsville police notified Decatur officers today of the theft Sunday night of a car belonging to Murray Sanders. Local police are making a careful check to locate the missing Chevrolet coach.

Huntsville Decatur Murray Sanders

Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues

A compact puzzle list with across clues covering common word fits and down clues including abbreviations and symbols for railroads, metals, and pronouns. Reads like a standard newspaper crossword with themed and miscellaneous entries.

Nudist protestor and other quirky tales across America

A satirical roundup reports a defiant nudist march in New York, a five pound picker biting a man on Coon Lake in Minnesota, Ajeeb the robot returns with new robes, robbers in Chicago discuss police handbooks, and a dog Pete seeks its jailed master in Pittsburgh, plus a beam on bank receivers in Uniontown.

Watson New York Ajeeb Eden Musee Frank Fraine

Allison and Bell To Meet in Finals

Wilmer Allison of Texas and Berkeley Bell of New York, seeded one and two, were set to meet in the Sugar Bowl tennis tournament singles final in New Orleans. In doubles, Eric and Eddie Sutter teamed with J Gilbert Hall and Doc Barr to contest the doubles final. Allison defeated Hall 6 4 6 4 and Bell beat Cliff Sutter 6 1 6 3 to reach the final.

New Orleans Wilmer Allison Texas Berkeley Bell New York Sutter Brothers Eric Eddie J. Gilbert Hall Orange Cliff Sutter Bell Cliff

Danville Falls to Hulaco in Thriller on Hulaco Court

Danville lost a dramatic road game to Hulaco 28 to 14 on Hulaco's court. The matchup ranked among the season's most sensational contests with tight defense and late momentum.

Danville Hulaco

Cotton remarks on giving friends a ride in his car

The line and tangible assets drive the scene as Cotton jokes about inviting friends for a ride. His comment reflects a casual, local-tone moment with a hint of practical, hands-on activity.

Cotton

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