Baer Eyes Chicago Title Fight Next June
heavyweight champion Max Baer may defend his crown in June at Soldiers Field Chicago if Madison Square Garden’s option expires and Chicago promoters back the bid. Baer favors Chicago, citing solid Illinois Boxing Commission plans amid NY rule concerns. Baer, his brother Buddy and manager Hoffman remain in Miami for the Ross junior welterweight bout.
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New York Commission
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Illinois Commission
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Barney Ross
Frankie
Miami Stadium
Ruth Homesick on World Tour in Paris
Babe Ruth, nearing the end of a world tour, grumbles about language and money and longs to return to New York. In Paris he passes unrecognized, finds little sight seeing, and is surprised by a horse with crossed hind legs as Mrs. Ruth and he stroll.
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Hartselle Splits Two With Cullman In Cullman
Morgan County teams played two basketball games at Cullman old opera house. Girls final 26 10 Hartselle led by Wienman 14 while Cullman’s Giles Duke and Ehrensperger scored. Boys fell 39 15 Cullman led by Holmes 16 Yeager 11 and Hart selle’s Floyd 4 Wood 4 Burleson 4. Referee R W Bates. Next game Friday February 1 at Hartselle.
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Aline Ehrensperger
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Bean
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Nelle Sample
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Gilbert Yeager
Charles Basenburg
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Mason Wood
Willard Floyd
Frank Smith
Guy Roberts
Rudolph Smith
Collis Day
Basenburg
James Stephenson
Roberts
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Holmes
Yeager
Weaver
Vogel
Floyd
Wood
Burleson
R. Smith
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Arab
Decatur High takes two from invaders in local gym
Decatur boys beat St Bernard College 28 to 17 while Decatur girls defeat Sacred Heart Academy 41 to 16. The Red and Black quick offense overwhelmed the guests though the boys were hampered by Briscoe’s illness with Al Wilson stepping in.
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St. Bernard College
Cullman
Sacred Heart Academy
Briscoe
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Decatur
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H.A
Waddell
Dowd
Bold Dallas Father Loses Son's Shoes In Theft
J. W. Taylor left his 8 year old deaf mute son Jack in his car while he entered a store. On return the boy was shoeless. a thief had stolen the footwear from the child’s feet.
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Tex
J. W. Taylor
Jack
Transylvania Georgetown Cut Athletic Ties After Conflicts
Dr Arthur Braden of Transylvania says relations with Georgetown are severed after a dispute over the annual Tiger Pioneer game and chapel vandalism. Georgetown cancels two basketball games and Thanksgiving football feud. Transylvania vows no return until sportsmanship improves.
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Arthur Braden
Translyvania
Georgetown
Morrison Chapel
Braden
Atlanta
Transylvania
Athletic
Board of Trustees
Laffoon Wins Radix Trophy For 1934 Golf Record
The Denver golfer Laffoon topped 1934 scoring with an average just over 72 for 77 eighteen hole rounds to win the Radix trophy. He edged out Paul Bunyan of White Plains P G A champion who averaged 72 19 55 for 55 rounds.
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Laffoon
Denver
Paul Bunyan
White Plains
P. G
Braves keep field as negotiations for new terms proceed
National League owners reached a framework allowing the Boston Braves to remain in the league and at Braves Field beyond 1946 while financial terms are finalized. President Emil Fuchs said the team is not homeless and the dog racing plan cannot force a move without a lease. A league statement noted pending details and a Feb. 5 schedule meeting for clarification.
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Associated Press
New York
Boston Braves
Praves
Ball Park
Emil Fuchs
Braves
Fuchs
Feld
Ford C. Frick
National League
Charles F. Adams
Vanderbilt to Welcome New Coach Ray Morrison in Spring Practice
Vanderbilt University expects Ray Morrison to assume head football coach duties in early February as spring practice begins. Morrison, an ex Vandy quarterback and longtime SMU coach, will bring Russell MacIntosh as assistant plus Cody and Cohen remain from McGugin staff. The hire follows Dan McGugin's retirement after 30 years. Morrison is slated to earn about 10000 dollars per year.
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Dan McGugin
Vanderbilt
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Southern Methodist University
Russell MacIntosh
Dallas
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Russ Cohen
McGugin
Alabama
Fordham
Temple
Tennessee
Independents Beat West Decatur for Second Win
The Decatur Junior Independents defeated West Decatur 37 to 33 yesterday afternoon. King led scoring with 14 points, Eubanks had 13, and the Independents remained undefeated this year.
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Eubanks
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Independents
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Sup Dike Britton
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Griffin
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Caudill
G. Wenes Clemmons
Film Comedian Lloyd Hamilton Dies After Operation
Hollywood reports Lloyd Hamilton veteran film comedian died after an operation for a stomach disorder. He died alone as in life, with many friends unaware of his illness. Hamilton, popular on set, had withdrawn from activity in recent months and was known for portraying the underdog.
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Charles Chaplin
Coach Haygood Laid To Rest In Arkansas
James R. Haygood died of a heart attack at 54 while traveling to Hot Springs. The longtime coach and teacher lay in Arkadelphia near Henderson State College, which named its football field for him. Burial set for Sunday in Arkadelphia after a career that began in 1968 at Arkadelphia following Vanderbilt.
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Ark
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Henderson State College
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Memphis
Jimmy
Hot Springs
Vanderbilt
T. T. Haygood
Richards Praises Red and Black Speed
Coach Al Richards of St. Bernard lauded the Red and Black cage unit for its exceptional speed in last night's game. He asked how they generated such a fast attack after the contest.
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al Richards
St. Bernard
Sacramento Open Golf Tournament Kicks Off Under Wet Conditions
More than 100 professionals and amateurs, led by over twenty top players, start the $2,500 Sacramento open. A cold wind and soggy fairways challenge scoring on the 6,787 yard municipal course as only four players have broken par in two days of practice.
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Packed Arena Likely for Joe Gunther Freddie Knichel Bout
Decatur fans expect a near sellout at Martin arena Tuesday as Joe Gunther and Freddie Knichel clash in a two hour showdown. Two earlier draws between the rivals set the stage for the potential biggest wrestling event in town with Max Glover meeting Billy Isen in the semi final. First bout tilts at 8 30 p m with room for late arrivals.
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Joe Gunther
Freddie Knichel
American Legion
Decatur
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Knichel
Max’ Glover
Lansing
Mich
Billy Isen
Tulsa
Doolittle Falls Short Of Aviation Fame Paradox
Jimmy Doolittle is portrayed as not living up to his famous name and has done little for aviation despite many assumed deeds and public attention.
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Jimmy Doolittle
Cubs and Cards Are Chief Rivals in 1935 NL Race
Giants manager Bill Terry predicts his patched team will be the team to beat in 1935. He notes Cubs and Cardinals as top challengers while pointing to acquisitions Dick Bartell, George Vis, and potential peak form for lefty Dizzy the Giants. He mentions signings and shifts involving Hubbell Bush Jordan Dressen and Reds minor league plans. Thirteen games against the Detroit Tigers are on the slate.
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Associated Press
New York
Bill Terry
Giants
Terry
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Cardinals
Dick Bartell
George Vis
Oklahoma
Hubbell
Portsider
Charlie Dressen
Cincinnati
Toronto
Reds
Detroit Tigers
Unblemished Record At Decatur High School
Decatur High School teams remain undefeated with the girls beating four opponents and the boys achieving six wins. Both squads boast perfect records through their early season contests.
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Decatur High School
West End to Visit Decatur Next Friday for Cage Clash
West End will provide the competition for Decatur's basketball schedule next Friday night as play resumes after mid term exams. Practice sessions continue this week, but West End is the sole game anticipated during the upcoming work period.
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