Mississippi Fights Alabama to Standstill in Upset Bid
The University of Mississippi, once seen as an underdog, held Alabama scoreless and threatened a major upset before a near-miss field goal and late errors. Kentucky beat Georgia Tech 7-6, Georgia defeatedTulane 26-13, while Florida throttled Sewanee 31-0 and Mississippi State edged Tennessee 20-0.
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Tilden Pro Tour Sparks Open Tennis Talk
Bill Tilden proves he is not through on his pro tour return after beating Cochet in Paris. Morris Gilbert notes the sport’s show business style as big names headline tours with Suzanne Lenglen weighing in on open tennis ahead of a potential nationwide shift.
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Real Gard Ready for Tuesday Night Wrestling Card
Promoter Chris Jordan shaped a strong Decatur wrestling card for Tuesday night. Two 90 minute bouts highlight the event with Frank Buersch the Australian kicking kangaroo vs Gus Pappas and Gentleman Jack Purden vs Jack Parton, offering two new contenders for local fans.
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Mel Ott Delivers in 10th as Giants Win World Series
Mel Ott hit a tenth inning home run to lift the New York Giants to a World Series victory over Washington. Luque earned the win for the Giants while Russell took the loss for the Nationals. Game featured overtime, 2:39 duration, and key plays including Schulte and Mancuso RBIs.
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Sophomores Earn Spots on Alabama Football Squad
Alabama’s 1930s football lineup features several sophomores earning roles over veterans. Ray Glass holds the center post, Jim Walker starts at left end, and Jim Whatley contends with veteran tackles. Chesty Boswell, Riley Smith, Sonny McGahey, Angle Face Angelich, and Big Dogs Freeman show promising form, with injuries affecting Freeman.
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Giants Triumph as Miracle Men Win Pennant
The New York Giants, dubbed miracle men, seize the pennant and crush the Senators in five decisive days. Manager Bill Terry earns high praise from John McGraw for building a cohesive, resilient team led by Carl Hubbell and strong support from Ott, Terry, Mancuso, and others.
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De catur Visitor J R Atchley Sees Local Event
J R Atchley of Route 2 De catur joined local visitors Saturday to attend the event and observe activities in town.
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Red and Black To Battle Falkville In Key Contest
Decatur’s Red and Black roll over Hanceville gaining 260 yards to 45. Four punts returned for 45 yards, one punt returned 10 by Hanceville. No passes completed. Banks returns interception for a TD. Coaches Ogle and Fuller order three days of practice before Friday’s decisive clash with Falkville at Benson field.
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Furniture prices to rise as NRA aims to restore value
Since 1929 demand for furniture has fallen and basic value eroded. The NRA seeks to restore value to labor, manufacture, and property, with lumber up 41 percent and upholstery fabrics up 484 percent. Furniture must follow as stocks remain priced low, making now the time to buy.
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Manufacturing capacity and sales rise in industry report
The National Association of Furniture Manufacturers shows production rose from 67 percent of normal capacity for the week ended August 5 to 114 percent for the week ended September 2. August retail sales were uniformly stronger than several late summer seasons.
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