Sharkey and Schmeling Arrive for World Title Showdown
New York reports Max Schmeling and Jack Sharkey entering town to await their Thursday night world heavyweight title bout. City fills with fans, special trains arrive, and a claimed $750000 gate fuels hype as both fighters prepare for a long, hard struggle amid weather optimism and betting chatter.
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Hafey Out For Several Weeks With Ill Health
Cardinals outfielder Chick Hafey is sidelined for at least several weeks due to a serious health condition that has troubled him during the season. Team officials expect a lengthy absence as Hafey recovers.
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Epidemic of Bad Checks Plagues Decatur
County officers report a regular wave of bad checks in Decatur as warrants are prepared for writers. Most checks come from people with prior bank deposits, while merchants exercise caution cashing unknown customers checks. Authorities note seasonal spikes and a current peak period in issuance.
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Outstanding Stock Bought In Limestone Jersey Cattle Sale
George F. Rudder of Athens bought two outstanding registered Jersey cows and the best junior calf at the Pulaski sale on May 20. County farm agent J. T. Belue notes Rudder as an enthusiastic Jersey breeder and predicts he will become a leading Limestone breeder.
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Boston Contender Aims for Heavyweight Crown
A seasoned fighter solidly set in Boston seeks the heavyweight title to complement his social and financial standing. He targets premier matches and aggressive competition to secure the crown.
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Early Lead Lifts Yankees Over Browns 5 3 in Exhibition
The Yankees built an early 5 0 margin against Coffman, who was knocked out in the second. Blaehold pitched well after relief. Pennock shut down the Browns, while Clancy delivered the winning run in the 11th inning as the A's lost to the White Sox 7 6. The Red Sox routed the Tigers 12 6 with 17 Sox hits in a sloppy exhibition.
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Signs Report On Malaria Control
Dr. G. H. Hazlehurst, known in Morgan county, signs the Mosquito Control Committee report in the American Journal of Public Health. The committee urges thorough drainage of breeding places to fight malaria.
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American Journal of Public Health
Southern and National League Day Games Listed
In the Southern League Nashville has an off day while Little Rock faces New Orleans Atlanta meets Chattanooga Memphis plays Birmingham. The National League features Pittsburgh at New York St Louis at Boston Cincinnati at Brooklyn Chicago at Philadelphia. The American League schedules Washington at Chicago Boston at St Louis New York at Detroit Philadelphia at Cleveland. A business visitor, Robert D Wright of Falkville Route 1, was in town today.
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Barons Fall to Vols as Partridge Hits Two Homers
Four home runs in the Nashville game, two by Partridge, sealed an 8 to 1 defeat for the Barons. Plue was knocked out by the Vols, Campbell fared poorly, and Willis pitched strongly for Tennessee. Bears beat Chicks 8 to 6 with late-inning surge led by Stump’s three-hit night including a triple. Crackers won their third straight in the Southern league 4 to 3 over the Lookouts in ten innings on Rosenthal’s decisive double. Pebs edged Pels 5 to 4 as Duvernet filled in at second for New Orleans in Bonura’s absence.
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Baseball Results From Southern League Wins and Delays
Nashville defeated Birmingham 9 to 1 while Little Rock won 5 to 4 over New Orleans. Memphis beat Mobile 6 to 8, Chattanooga lost 3 to 4 at Atlanta in 10 innings, and Philadelphia prevailed 6 to 2 over Chicago. Other games included St. Louis 2 Boston 1 and a rain delay for Cincinnati Brooklyn, New York Pittsburgh, and Cleveland Washington.
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NBC to Broadcast Sharkey Schmeling Heavyweight Bout
The National Broadcasting Company will broadcast the Sharkey Schmeling heavyweight bout Thursday night through 30 radio stations. A new note in radio broadcasting will be introduced by Miss Carmen Odgen of Rochester who will cover society and fashion features.
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Alexander Sought By Dallas Steers
The Dallas Steers seek Grover Cleveland Alexander, whose major league days have ended, after sending a telegraphic offer to the former Phil pitcher.
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Zeke Bonura Sidelined by Physician Order
Pelicans star Zeke Bonura is out of the lineup for an undetermined period as physician ordered rest, manager Larry Gilbert confirms. The absence affects Pelican batting and fielding plans for upcoming games.
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Falkville Visitor Charles M Mitchell Seen in City
Charles M. Mitchell of Falkville was seen mingling with friends in the city today, marking a routine social appearance and local engagement.
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Falkville
City
William T. Lewis Seen Mingling in City
William T. Lewis of Eva Route No 1 was out with friends in the city today.
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Eva
Local Calf Sale Sparks Talk of Fair Time
Mr. Rudder bought the best junior calf and has placed one of his sons in Jersey calf club work. The crowd was urged to watch the fall fair season as Jim Belue praised the purchase and predicted strong turnout.
Decatur population up 225 percent in ten years
Decatur's population growth over a decade is officially recorded at 225 percent, indicating a dramatic expansion in residents and demographic reach for the city.
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Decatur
J. H. Blackwell Enjoys Vacation From Decatur Iron Works
J. H. Blackwell, an employee of the Decatur Iron and Steel company, is taking a two week vacation.
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J. H. Blackwell
Decatur Iron and Steel Company
Cubs Fail To Solve Collins Hurler In Bruin Tilt
The Cubs could not solve Phil Collins as the Bruins managed six scattered hits for two runs, including Hartnett’s homer. Klein extended his hitting streak to ten and his total to 16. In St Louis, the Cardinals ended a losing skid by beating the Braves 2 to 1 in ten innings as Mancuso and High delivered the decisive hits. Several National League games were rained out.
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Mrs D C Adams Leaves for New Orleans
Mrs D C Adams departs for New Orleans and will be accompanied home by her granddaughter, young Miss Frank Ragan King.
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