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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1933

Page

6

Institute 10 Close Tonight for District Youth Event

Tonight the largest culture institute in the district wraps up at Central Methodist church after four nights. Rev Edwin Branscomb arrives from Birmingham to attend all exercises and verdicts on a loving cup for the chapter with the highest credits by Stinson Brothers Jewelry Company. Athens leads for the cup with Ninth Street and Central in competition. Tonight also features the election of a district union queen to advance to a conference wide contest. Mrs L G Sturdivant inspired with a talk on Giving Your Best To the Master after last night's devotion, as Dr J E Morris led a consecration prayer and many pledged to rise higher. Rosa Lee Watson of Culman announced a district rally likely at Hartselle.

Central Methodist Church Edwin Branscomb Conferencee Young Peoples Birmingham Athens Ninth Street Central Stinson Brothers Jewelry Company L. G. Sturdivant CG. M. Tyndal J. E. Morris

Thanks Offering Service at St John’s Episcopal Church

United thanks offering service in memory of Miss Mary B. Shepard will be held Friday at 10 a.m. Holy Communion and presentation of the thank offering for the women of the parish take place during the service. The event honors the late former bank offering treasurer of St. John’s parish women’s Auxiliary.

United Thanks

Tennessee River Still Rising Today

The Tennessee River continued to rise with a gauge reading of 15.8 feet at 7 o'clock. Officials have not indicated when the river may reach flood stage at this point.

Tennessee River Tennessee

Bush Optimistic as Reds Hustle

Donie Bush, new Reds manager, expresses optimism for 1933. He cites key players Chick Hafey Young Moore Jim Bottomley Red Lucas and St Johnson plus pitcher Bob Smith and a Cubs trade. Bush targets a climb from last year’s cellar to as high as fifth or sixth and notes past losses by one run as a major hurdle.

Tampa Fis Donie Bush Cincinnati Reds Opne American Association Doble Reds Chick Hafey Young Moore Jim Bottomley Red Lucas St Johnson Bush Cardinals Giants Associated Press Cubs Bob Smith

Oratorical Contest Scheduled Friday

The county event to select the Morgan representative in district contests will be held Friday at 12:40 PM in Riverside school auditorium. Competitors include Central Morgan County High Hartselle Eva and Austinville junior high with A. M. Smith representing Central. The public is invited to attend.

Morgan Riverside School Central Morgan County High Hartselle Eva Austinville A. M. Smith

No Rainfall Recorded Over Last 24 Hours

No rainfall occurred in the 24 hour period ending at 7 a m today. The report notes dry conditions with no storms or precipitation recorded in the area during the period.

Whitworth Named New Diamond Mentor for Alabama

J B Whitworth former Alabama football and baseball star will coach the Tide this spring Henry Crisp announced Whitworth will lead his team against the Birmingham Barons at the Capstone on Saturday He played guard in 1929 1930 1931 and right field 1930 1931 1932 The 1933 Title nine squad features five veterans but many positions are open with several pitchers missing and infield lines still forming

Bama Riley Clements Keystone Jeff Bush Millad Howell Barons Whitworth Moseley Seawell Hutson Chandler Houser

Ferrell's Bonus Sparks Baseball Contract Row

Ferrell, the 91‑game winner for four years in the majors, accepted a $12,000 bonus with incentives up to $15,000 for 25 wins after a stubborn stand against a cut from $18,000. The dispute, public quarreling with Peckinpaugh, and Ferrell’s temperament fuel speculation on how he will handle the new terms and tough matchups.

Ferrell Peckinpaugh Joe McCarthy Cleveland Peck George Uhle George Uhle Ferrells Tod

Bat Bellini Wins In Coaching Venture

UNIVERSITY Ala March 22 Coach Bat Bellini ends his first coaching venture after guiding the Rinky Dinks to a victory over rivals in a game featuring Kimbrough Elder Chadwick and Freeman.

University Ala Bat” Bellini Rinky Dinks Myanofich Kimbrough Elder Chadwick Freeman

Alabama Pitcher Also Hard Hitter

Lefty Scott a sophomore pitcher at Alabama is proving the old adage wrong with his hitting. His bat power bodes him future outfield duty when not pitching.

Alabama University Ala Scott

Jasper Park Puzzle Answers Reveal Hidden Connections

The page lists across and down clues with numbers and answers linking Jasper Park to a word network. Solving yields a set of definitions for terms like wings, engine, gypsy man, and many others, forming a themed crossword style puzzle.

Jasper Park Gulf of Baltic Sea

Ruth Agrees On Salary Terms With Yankees

In St Peters burg on March 23 the Babe Ruth accepted a one year contract with the New York Yankees for 520000 after a protracted pay dispute. Col Ruppert had previously offered 50000. The signing will be delayed a few days but Ruth will appear in right field in the exhibition against the Boston Braves.

ST. Petersburg Fla George Merman Ruth New York Yankees Jacob Rup Boston Braves

Shooting Denied By Capone Ride Baseball Offer

A sports item notes Capone Ride denying a shooting claim tied to baseball. Col Ruppert weighed a $60,000 figure with Ruppert backing the offer until a Wednesday change. The report mentions a hold-out serge affecting negotiations and finances.

Capone Col. Ruppert Ruppert Serge

Lassiter to Battle Pope in Birmingham Wrestling Card

Freddie Lassiter a local favorite meets Eddie Pope Birmingham sensation in next weeks one hour bout. Roughhouse Jack Hagan faces Jacques Moreau in a second match. Chris Jordan says Tuesday nights card may top the best in weeks. Lassiter a former Michigan football performer uses football tactics in the ring. Pope is among Birmingham’s top grapplers.

Freddie Lassiter Eddie Pope Birmingham Roughhouse Jack Hagan New Orleans Jacques Moreau Quebec Canada Jordan Lassiter University of Michigan Pope

Babe Ruth Sets Lowest Salary Since 1921 As Yankees Pay Breaks $800000

Babe Ruth to earn his lowest salary since 1921 this season as he remains with the Yankees. The all time great has totaled over $800000 in 14 years with New York, with $70000 for 1927 28 29, $80000 for 1930 31, and $75000 last year. Ruth is 39 and in his twentieth major league season.

Babe Yankees New York Ruth

Temperature Records For 24 Hours Ended 7 A M

The weather bureau reports a high of 74 degrees and a low of 36 degrees for the 24 hour period ending at 7 a m. Weather notes indicate a cool day with light winds across the region.

the Weather Bureau Today

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