Birmingham Barons extend win streak in Southern league race
The Barons beat Little Rock 10 to 4 for their fourth straight win, building a six and a half game lead over Memphis as Jim Edwards settled after a rough start. Memphis also defeated Atlanta 8 to 4, Carlyle homered for the Rocks.
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Bozo Webb Set For Decatur Return In Birmingham Bout
Decatur fans plan a late drive to Birmingham to see Bozo Webb in the municipal auditorium this evening. It will be his first home town appearance since a mid western invasion and his last before leaving for Cleveland to spar with Young Stribling and to appear on the Stribling Schmeling card.
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Paradise Seen as Alabama Sportsman's State
Birmingham reports a measured view stating Alabama is a sportsman's paradise with emphasis on outdoor life. The May 25 dispatch notes the state offers hunting fishing and recreational opportunities attracting enthusiasts and visitors alike.
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Braves Divide as Brandt Wins 7th Victory
The Boston Braves and New York Giants split their doubleheader in Boston with the Braves taking the second game 2 0 after dropping the opener 10 7. Ed Brandt earned his seventh win by allowing four hits in a shutout. The Reds and Cards also split as Cincinnati won 3 2 and St Louis 13 6. The Robins beat the Phils 6 5 in ten innings after late rallies. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 10 7 in a high scoring game with Phillips driving in four runs for Pittsburgh.
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Wildlife list from state's development board spotted
The state industrial development board outlines approved game for the region listing species such as bob white mourning dove ducks geese woodcock snipe wild turkey deer raccoon opossum black bear squirrel bass channel cat and pickerel as available in the state.
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Opportunities crowding Decatur Daily Classifieds
Classified section overflow described as crowded and competitive with numerous opportunities. The writer uses a sardine in a can analogy to emphasize density and urgency in Decatur Daily listings.
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Baseball Scores Across Leagues Reported
Results show Nashville 7 Nashville 4 over New Orleans 15 4 in a nine inning game halted by darkness. Birmingham 10 Little Rock 4. Memphis 8 Atlanta 4. Chattanooga 8 Mobile 1. In the American League Philadelphia 7 New York 3. Washington 10 Boston 0. Chicago 4 3 Cleveland 3 2. Detroit 3 3. St Louis 10 1. In the National League New York 10 0 Boston 7 2. St Louis 2 12 Cincinnati 3 6. Pittsburgh 10 Chicago 7. Philadelphia 5 Brooklyn 6.
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Albertville Legion to Stage First Boxing Show
The Albertville post of the American Legion plans its inaugural boxing event on Wednesday night with a strong card and eager crowd expectations. Local fighters and organizers assemble a competitive program for the community’s debut boxing night.
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Billy Arnold Targets Second Indianapolis Speed King Crown
Chicago driver Billy Arnold, winner of last year’s 600 mile event at Indianapolis, has entered the 1981 mobile auto racing classic aiming to repeat as speed king of the brick oval. Arnold seeks his second victory following his 1980 breakthrough win.
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Birmingham's steady march in Southern Association pennant race
Birmingham won five of six to keep pace in the Southern Association standings. Memphis and New Orleans tied for second with four wins and two losses each, while Chattanooga stood third with four wins in seven starts. New Orleans led in runs with 45, Mobile topped hits with 70, and New Orleans committed only three errors in six games.
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Mrs Moody Skips Wimbledon Return Season
San Francisco May 25 Helen Wills Moody announced she cannot enter the English championships at Wimbledon this year. The distance from home for three and a half months led to the decision after a family conference. She hopes to compete next year.
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Auburn Tigers Revise 1931 Football Schedule
Auburn alters its 1931 gridiron slate reducing from ten to nine games. Howard is dropped to provide rest between Sept 25 season opener with Birmingham Southern and the Oct 10 Wisconsin clash at Madison. The schedule lists Birmingham Southern, Wisconsin, Georgia Tech, Florida, Spring Hill, Sewanee, Georgia, and South Carolina with dates and locations.
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Mackmen Extend Winning Streak With 7 3 Victory
The Mackmen earned their fifteenth straight win by beating the Yanks 7 to 3 as Rube Walberg was hit for 11 safeties. Boxx and Bishop homered for the A’s while Ruth and Chapman went deep for the losers. The Senators beat Boston 10 to 9 after a ninth inning rally. Browns and Tigers split a doubleheader. White Sox swept a doubleheader from the Indians. The Indians halted a 12 game skid Saturday but lost again Sunday.
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Autos for Sale Guide Highlights Real Used Car Values
The autos for sale column serves as a daily guide to current market values in used cars. It helps buyers compare prices and features across listings, reflecting typical asking prices and common models circulated in the area.
How Graham Flour Named and The Statue of Liberty Origins
A quiz style summary covers Sylvester Graham linked to graham flour naming. the grapefruit’s East Indian origin and Florida introduction around 1390. the Statue of Liberty designed by Frederic Auguste Bartholdi with funding by popular subscription in France and pedestal donation in the U.S., completed in 1886.
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Loyola Boxer to join U S Squad
Eddie Flynn of Loyola University New Orleans accepts invitation to join the American team for a Madison Square Garden bout with Italy's amateur squad on June 3. Flynn is the national AAU welterweight champion and will face Cesare Desio, a top Italian opponent who has lost few decisions.
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Six Auburn players dominate Dixie College All-Star picks
Auburn won the 1931 Dixie College league pennant and placed six men on the All-star team chosen by league directors and sport writers. The 13 man squad includes first string and substitute positions with Auburn players dominating key spots. Florida had no selections.
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Ausborn Battles McMahon in Selma Boxing Card
The Selma post of the American Legion will resume boxing Tuesday night with Bill Cather as matchmaker. Jackie Ausborn of Decatur faces Chick McMahon in the final bout. McMahon previously fought Porky Saab to a hard battle on the local card three weeks earlier.
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Women In Baseball Prove Hit Strength
The Attalla Methodist women defeated the Eleventh Street church team 34 to 20 in Alabama City Alabama. The Attalla squad produced 33 hits in a thrilling game on neutral ground with both sides agreeing the score belied the closeness of play.
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Alabama Freshmen Shine Across Sports After Southern Conference Title
Alabama freshmen under coach Paul Barnum wrap a strong season with a Southern Conference baseball title, three football wins, one tie, and a loss to Florida. In basketball the Tidelings win 11 straight. Baseball goes 8–1 with three straight wins over Mississippi A&M plebes. Bauman, Chandler, Campbell, and Connatser show varsity potential for next year.
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Flynn to Meet Terry in Huntsville Boxing Show
Johnny Flynn of Chattanooga will fight ReO Terry of Huntsville in the feature bout of the American League boxing show at Huntsville punch bowl Friday night. Flynn is considered the best opponent Terry has met since arriving in Alabama from Akron months ago and a large crowd is expected.
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Jimmy Moore Chosen as Tide Mentor Coach
Jimmy Moore, remembered for his standout passing, accepts an assistant coaching role at Alabama. He is expected to teach Tide players the sizzling passes he was known for during the team’s New Year's Day coast invasion narrative.
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