Whitey Bimstein Keeps Trio Ready for Big Fights
In a busy week Whitey Bimstein trains three top contenders at Madame Bey's camp including Arturo Godoy Fred Apostoli and Lou Ambers sparring ahead of February bouts. Godoy recovers from a cold while Ambers prepares to face Al Davis and Apostoli moves toward Melio Bettina in New York.
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Whitey
Bimstein
Sulu
Bash Boulevard
Madame Bey
Fred Apostoli
Melio Bettina
Madison Square Garden
Arturo Godoy
Joe Louis
Lou Ambers
A! Davis
Ambers
Louis
Godey
Jimmy Smith
Joe
Arturo
Godoy
Big Ten Aide to Athletes Reveals Two-Year Figures
Figures show conference athletes received 299 305 dollars in aid and campus jobs over 1937 38 and 1938 39 with Chicago and Northwestern leading in aid while Minnesota and Ohio State trailed. The university spokesman notes 30 percent of students hold scholarships and aid moves with major or minor status.
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Cory Ot
Griffith
Big Ten
Fich
Chicago
Aéd
Northwestern
Minnesota
Ohio State
University of Chicago
Various College Basketball Results Reported by AP
The Associated Press tally lists scores from many games including Baylor 68 over Texas A&M 36, Duke 48 over Maryland 37, Loyola New Orleans 31 over Louisiana College 37, Cincinnati 48 over Akron 31, Wake Forest 42 over North Carolina State 58, and multiple other results such as Oregon State 49 over Washington 32 and Arkansas Teachers 37 over Henderson Teachers 26. Other noted scores include Concord 66 over Emory Henry 41 and Bowling Green 34 over Mt Union 29.
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The
Associated Press
Baylor
Texas A. & M
Oregon State
Washington
Duke
Maryland
Loyola
New Orleans
Louisiana College
Cincinnati
Akron
Arkansas
Henderson
Concord
Emory-Henry
Pairmont
W. Va
California
Erskine
Stetson
Bowling Green
Mt. Union
Wake Forest
North Carolina
Moon Mullins Wins North Alabama Paperweight Title
Moon Mullins of Decatur dominates as Moon, 16, claims North Alabama paperweight crown after 33 wins in 34 bouts. The junior high student, weighing 103 pounds, plans to gain weight and play football, with knockout and knockout-style wins noted and comparisons to Bob Fitzsimmons. He now travels to Birmingham for the State Golden Gloves meet.
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North Alabama
James “Moon” Mullins
Decatur
Moon
Howard Ashley
Florence
Armory
Bob Fitzsimmons
Ruby Bob
Moulton to Play Decatur in Weekly Basketball Card
The Moulton cagers host Decatur Red Raiders in the Moulton gym on Wednesday with a girls game at 7 00 and boys at 8 00. A record crowd is expected as Lawerence County High invites fans to an evening of keen competition in a steam heated new facility.
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Moulton
Decatur Red Raiders
Lawrence County High School
Yancey
Logan
Oliver Turner
O. Bolling
P. Turner
Waites
Lang
Speake
Watkins
Mack Is Sure He Has Spark From Benny McCoy
Connie Mack believes Benny McCoy will spark the Athletics as he returns to Shibe Park for a possible championship run. The 22 year old second baseman, a $45 000 investment, aims for a top spot in the batting order after being released by the Detroit Tigers. McCoy says he is glad to be settled again.
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Philadelphia
Connie Mack
Benny McCoy
Athletics
Shibe Park
Connie
McCoy
Benny
Detroit Tigers
Landis
Brienitz Chats About Sports in New York
New York gossip notes Leo Durocher signs a one year Dodgers deal while Larry MacPhail raises plans. Shipwreck Kelly and Brenda Frazier charm the Stork Club. Pat Comiskey aims for a return after injuries and fans blame Giants Dodgers for fall short. Ellsworth Vines Wilmer Allison enter western Texas golf opens.
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New York
Leo Durocher
Dodger
Leo
Larry MacPhail
Kelly
Brenda Frazier
Stork
Pat Comiskey
Steve Dudas
Giants
Dodgers
Benny M’coy
Ellsworth Vines
Wilmer Allison
Jarrin Kimbrough Position Debate Highlights Arkansas Fan
Payetteville observer John E. Stevens argues that Jarrin John Kimbrough should be listed as fullback rather than full back after watching him play last season. The letter emphasizes a single positional naming issue.
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John E. Stevens
Payetteville, Ark
Jarrin
John’ Kimbrough
Sports and local notes on boxing and park events
The U S G A balks at Walter Hagen Walker Ryder charity match plan for next summer. Joe Jacobs borrowed two yards and a half. Tony Galento funds Frankie Zamaris contract. George Tisinger named Boston Free Press sports editor. Barney Ross praised after recent bout. Edenton North Carolina opens new ball park and field house attracting Reading Pennsylvania and Pocomoke City Maryland for spring drills.
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Walter Hagen
Joe Jacobs
Tony Galento
Frankie Zamaris
Newark
George Tisinger
Boston
Free Press
Barney Ross
Ball Park
Edenton
N.C
Reading
When did Dr Sutherland join the pros
The report notes Dr Sutherland shifted stance by joining paid performers after previously opposing them. The article questions when this change occurred, suggesting it marked a notable departure from his prior position and stating surprise at the move.
Calvin Griffiths future Senators president and wedding trip
Young Calvin Griffith slated as next Senators president and his bride begin a honeymoon tomorrow. Several sports figures are listed in upcoming events, including golf pros and a spring bell sounds for Davey O’Brien. Francis Ouimet travels to Florida for golf tuning. Mayor Chaney oversees a steam-up as New York guests attend Connecticut Sports Writers Hall of Fame dinner.
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Calvin Griffith
Senators
Davey O'Brien
Tampa
E. L. Chancey
Francis Ouimet
Florida
New York
Connecticut
Infielder plans insurance after big contract with Yankees
The infielder told Philadelphia sports writers he intends to salt away a portion of a $45,000 signing bonus and a two year $10,000 annual salary. He plans insurance to secure his future after baseball and predicted the Yankees would finish third in the American League. He said the Athletics would still be pennant contenders.
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Macking
Philadelphia
Yanks
McShane Named Cleveland Indians Pacific Coast Scout
Don McShane, once a player lacking major league bat power, is appointed Pacific Coast scout for the Cleveland Indians. He managed in the Florida State League from 1936 through last season and began his career in the Texas Association. He also played in the Pacific Coast Utah Idaho Southeastern and Arizona State Leagues.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Don
McShane
Cleveland Indians
Texas Association
Baseball Owners Fail To Elevate Teams From Doldrums
A column praises Connie Mack and criticizes owners for slow progress in improving clubs that consistently finish last. The writer questions M Coy s Philadelphia choice suggesting a bottom up start might have been needed.
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Connie Mack
M'Coy
Philadelphia
Today’s Guest Star Bob M Quade at Ft Madison
Local column notes a guest appearance by Bob M Quade in Ft Madison as Boston enjoys a brief leave, reflecting the era’s entertainment scene and regional exchanges.
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Bob M’quade
Ft. Madison
Democrat
Boston
Daily Crossword Across and Down Puzzle Clues List
A crossword clue set appears with Across and Down entries including Disintegrate Scarch Troubles Killed Egyptian god Wail Small island Guido's lowest note Not suitable Conjunction Small piece Snarl Decorated lower part of wall Recline Romanian monetary unit Paradise Flows out Revokes Cry of pain Passageway Selenium A game Apprehensiveness Nothing Places for apes Pages fabbr Gibe Ankle bone Help Scottish river Closest Salt Slim Greek letter A band Hastened A flower Malt beverages Exclamation Anger Saunters idly Exclamation Musical pipe Persian coins Down clues include Ruminate Balustrade Vase Sheep cry Confined Trees To coagulate Alone.
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Guido
Snarl
Berg Faces Busy Miami Biltmore Day In Golf Meet
Patty Berg returning after an appendectomy competes in two 18 hole rounds at the Miami Biltmore women's golf tournament. Berg paired with Louise Suggs in the morning and defeated Mrs Richard E Jarrett 9 and 8 in the opening round. Betty Jameson, Doroth Kirby and other favorites advance as matches proceed including Grace Amory and Marion Miley.
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Coral Gables
Fla
Patty Berg
Minneapolis
Miami Biltmore
Miss Berg
Louise Suggs
Lithia Springs
Richard E. Jarrett
Philadelphia
Betty Jameson
San Antonio
Tex
George E. Wilcox, Jr
Miami
Leon Solomon
Memphis
Grace Amory
Palm Beach
Jean Bauer
Providence
R. I
Marion Miley
Lexington
Jafie Cothran
Greenville
S. C
Local Lads Compete in State Golden Gloves Meet in Birmingham
Five Decatur Boys Club boxers travel to Birmingham for the State Golden Gloves tournament. Dewey Clayton is middleweight champion, Eugene Worley bantamweight, James Mullins paperweight champion of North Alabama. Jack Sherman and Wilson Campbell were Northwest Alabama runners-up, season begins Tuesday and runs through Thursday.
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Decatur Boys Club
Birmingham
Alabama
Florence
Decatur
Dewey Clayton
Eugene Worley
James “Moon” Mullins
North Alabama
Jack Sherman
Wilson Campbell
Catchers Prove Longevity In Baseball’s Big Show
Henry P. Edwards argues catchers endure longer careers than players at other positions. He cites stars like Gabby Hartnett Mickey Cochrane Ray Schalk and Bill Dickey plus peers Muddy Ruel Harry Danning Rick Ferrell Rollie Hemsley Cy Perkins and Steve ONeill to illustrate durable major league tenures and the value of catching ability.
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Farl Hilligan
Chicago
Henry P. Edwards
Edwards
Service Bureau
Johnny Kling
Gabby Hartnett
Mickey Cochrane
Ray Schalk
Bill Dickey
Hartnett
Chicago Cubs
Rockies
Schalk
Chicago White Sox
Cochrane
Philadelphia Athletics
Detroit
Kling
Dickey
New York Yankee
Muddy Ruel
Harry Danning
Rick Ferrell
Rollie Hemsley
Cy Perkins
Steve O'Neill
Cator Fans Expect Strong Self Account
Readers anticipate a robust description from Cator, detailing their actions and intentions. The piece hints at a frank self-analysis and potential revelations about future plans.
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Mississippi
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Martin
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Tennessee Tech
Dillehay’s
6Th Ave
McDaniel
Abed
Terry
Biggs
Moody
Wilkerson
Austinville Gymnasium
Austinville
Moulton _ boys
Austinville Five
James E. Wright
Esees
RCA
Zenith
Grant Street
Mack
Brietz
By Eddie Brietz
Mshane
Cleveland
Mack and
Jack
Hard
Scott
R.J. Scott
James Watt
Awe Watt
King Features Syndicate, Inc
America
Cora
Delicious
Coca-Cola CO
Decatur Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Daily Crossword
Fabbr
IYS
Moulton Street
Cator
NNEON
Decatur Neon Sign CO
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