Cobb does not confirm rumors of Brooklyn Robins job
Augusta and Dover Hall dispatch report Ty Cobb denying rumors he will manage the Brooklyn Robins this season. Cobb says offers before Japan were declined and he has not spoken with anyone about returning to baseball since his return. The piece also notes Limestone County High meets Decatur in Elkmont and discusses Decatur’s evolving lineup and early season results.
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Augusta
Ty Cobb
Georgia
Brooklyn Robins
Japan
Cobb
Dover Hall
Wilbert Robinson
Brooklyn National League Baseball Club
The
Robins
Robinson
Decatur
Elkmont
Limestone
Stribling Battle Eyed by George Jackson in Florida
George Jackson Sr expects to witness a forthcoming heavyweight bout in Florida featuring Willie Stribling against Jack Sharkey. He plans a Florida vacation around the event and will try to attend as the winner becomes the next heavyweight title challenger.
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George Jackson, Sr
Willie Stribling
Jack Sharkey
Florida
Mr. Jackson
Decatur Sound Structure Development Program Plan
Decatur organizes a development program focusing on sound structure and strategic planning. The plan outlines goals timelines and expected impacts to enhance municipal sound infrastructure and community engagement.
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Decatur
SICK HEADACHE ADVICE FROM OKLA CITY LEADER
Mr W N McClure of 111 Third Ave N W recalls suffering sick headaches in Pike County Arkansas where he served as sheriff and county judge. He credits Black-Draught with rapid relief and notes he began using it after the Civil War to combat bad digestion and dizziness.
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Okla
W. N. Mcyears
Third Ave. N. W
Pike County
Arkansas
McClure
British team picks George Duncan to captain Ryde squad
George Duncan has been selected to captain the British Ryde sup golf team that will meet the United States in the spring. The choice sets a key leadership role for the British squad ahead of the spring match with the United States.
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George Duncan
Rydesup
United States
Amateur Circuit Proposed for North Alabama Baseball
A Sand Mountain league was proposed at Cullman to include Cullman Hartselle Guntersville Boaz and nearby towns. American Legion posts would run clubs with players limited to residents and no salaries. Visiting teams cover expenses. home gate receipts fund Legion work and leftovers split among players.
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Cullman
Hartselle
Guntersville
Boaz
North Alabama
American Legion
Legion
Tough cage schedule looms for Decatur team
Decatur faces a brutal basketball list with Falkville Blues, Cullman Cats, and Huntsville Crimson tossers. The three teams strong on the Decatur book promise stiff tests, with six games set against them starting January 25 when Falkville visits, and Cullman and Huntsville following in February.
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Decatur
Falkville
Blues
Cullman County
Cats
Huntsville
Cullman
Stout
Little Carolina Upsets the Dope
Southern conference basketball delivered a jolt as South Carolina upset North Carolina 28 to 25, handing the Tar Heels their first conference loss and scattering NC's record.
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South Carolina
North Carolina
Gamecocks
Tarheels
Officials Accept Rotary Invitation for Local Govt Meeting
City officials of Decatur accepted the Decatur Rotary Club's invitation to Monday's meeting. The public relations committee announced the program topic Local Government and will run the guest list including department heads the mayor and city council.
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Decatur Rotary Club
Decatur
Orman Visits Decatur for TVA Bank Meeting
Russellville business leader J. E. Orman attended the Tennessee Valley Bank annual stockholders meeting in Decatur today, signaling continued prominence in regional finance and commerce.
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J. E. Orman
Russellville
Decatur
The
Tennessee Valley Bank
Glory in 5 sports goes to Oklahoma athlete
Norman Oklahoma January 193- The University of Oklahoma star Tom Churchill dominates multiple sports. He earned honors in trap basketball boxing wrestling and track and field and was named to the 1928 all Big Six team. He won a decathlon title at Kansas relays and earned a miniature world medal for Olympic team duty. Oklahoma eyes repeating as conference champions next season with most key players returning.
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Norman
Okla
University of Oklahoma
Tom Churchill
Churchill
Associated Press
United States
Sportdom
Wichita, Kan
Central High
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Kansas Relays
Penn
Who's Who in Scouting Leaders in the Tennessee Valley
E C Hunt profiles Tennessee Valley council leaders in Huntsville Decatur and Athens. Lawrence B Goldsmith guides finances and drives for 1929. John J Sparkman and J M Cannon lead Troops 2 and 3 with Eagle counts rising. Paul F Dix and Sam R Stephenson run Decatur and Decatur Troop 18 while son Woodrow Cannon and Frank Dix earn honors.
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Tennessee Valley Council of Boy Scouts
E. C. Hunt
Paul F. Dix
Sam R. Stephenson
Decatur
Lawrence B. Goldsmith
Tennessee Valley Council
Huntsville
Goldsmith
John J. Sparkman
Huntsville Kiwanis Club
Sparkman
J. M. Cannon
Athens
Cannon
North
Alabama
Woodrow Cannon
Dix
Ing
Columbia University
Frank Dix
Harmon
Beav er Lake leased by O W Stinson sportsman
Beaver Lake east of Swan Lake has been leased by O W Stinson, a local businessman and sportsman. Plans include stocking the stream with ten million bass brim and crappies from the U S government, repairing boats and housing, and placing the lake under a caretaker. Camping facilities are being prepared for the coming spring and summer.
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Stinson
Beaver Lake
Swan Lake
O. W. Stinson
United States
Tornado Damage Report From Five States and Mississippi
Reports from Cape Girardeau and Maunie Illinois list multiple injured and missing children after a tornado demolished schools and several houses. Unconfirmed reports speak of a third child killed. In Shelby Mississippi a windstorm killed one man Emilia Ferretti and injured several others. a roof collapsed onto a shoe shop and damaged multiple buildings with search ongoing for missing persons.
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Bernice Tucker
Maunie
Newman
Mary Nolen
Fort Branch
Ind
Carmi
Til
Indiana
Shelby
Emilia Ferretti
Masonic Lodge
Ruth Edwards
Willie Dobson
Fred Sanford
Industrial basketball loop plans fade for 1929 in Decatur
Industrial basketball leaders in Decatur conclude hopes for a 1929 loop fade due to influenza delays high school schedule conflicts and late organization plans A gym is sought at a central Y M C A site with a Monday night meeting to launch plans. Interest appears strong but cash guarantees and cooperation from high school officials are required.
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Decatur
Waldrop Tops Decatur Curb Market Sales
Falkville resident L. J. Waldrop led curb market sales today in Decatur with total receipts of 24.60 from farm products. Buyers offered substantial green goods, while milk and meat were scarce to meet demand, and all items offered were sold by early hour.
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L. J. Waldrop
Falkville
Decatur Curb
A Speedy Cold and Flu Remedy Ad
A brief ad fragment touts a "Prescription for Colds, Grippe, Flu, Dengue, Bilious Fever and Malaria" as the most speedy remedy known. The claim positions the remedy as a fast-acting cure across multiple illnesses.
Bagshaw Ousted By Student Body At Washington
Enoch Bagshaw, Washington's head football coach for eight years, was ousted by the student board of control who voted to relieve him and reassign him until his three year contract ends. Faculty athletic committee questioned finality. Bagshaw is owed about 25000 dollars over the remaining term.
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Seattle
Enoch Bagshaw
University of Washington
Student Board of Control
Bagshaw
Decoras Lead After First Round in YMCA Bowling Tourney
The second half of the YMCA winter bowling tournament opens today with teams ready for a fresh start. Decoras had finished first in the initial round, setting a strong pace for the remainder of the event.
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Decoras
Kuhn's Stores Invests 4000 In Repairs In Decatur
Remodeling of Kuhn's Stores on Second Avenue and Bank Street proceeds with about 4000 spent. I. J. Kuhn, a former Decatur citizen, steers the project and remains active in civic developments. Completion expected in about two weeks.
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Second Avenue
Bank Street
Kuhn
I. J. Kuhn
Decatur
Stockholders In Session Here Today
Stockholders convened in the morning and were hosted by the bank at noon. In the afternoon the directors prepared to elect officers for the upcoming year.
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Georgia Peach
Dodger
Limestone County High” ‘School
Lime
Central Gymnasium
Kerby
Fuller
Hanceville
Pete West
Big Boy
Cottrell
Bronough
Prince
Sand Mountain
Crimson
Little Carolina
Rotary
Financial Statement OF the
Albany Building and Loan
Decatur, Alabama
State of
Morgan County
Wyatt
Albany Building & Loan Association
Robert T. Sheppard
Jecatl
Elief
Asso
M. Thompson
E. W. Strother
Thos. A. Bowles
Glory
Who’s Who
Central Methodist Church
Birmingham
Cape Girardeau
Buddie Hargraves
Dorothy Mae Henry
Waldrop
Washington
ELU- Eee Po Aed Ee
Vic 1
Mattos Fnal Lease
Farrell
Johnny Farrell
Kuhn’s
Decatur Coal
Mig. Co
Arther A. Jones
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