Alabama sports dominate early season as golfers end title hopes
In Montgomery on October 14, King Football strides through a banner season with Alabama and Auburn in focus. Golfers fade from contention as Mrs. Frank Barnes claims the women’s state title at Bufington. Track and cross country at Alabama and Auburn show little upcoming competition while Pepper Martin’s batting and the Crimson Tide’s kicking falter as they miss several extra points.
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Decatur Prepares for Falkville Test at Benson Field
Decatur and Falkville square off Friday at Benson Field at three after Decatur’s uneven scrimmage. Coachs emphasize improved blocking and tackling as Decatur faces a tough schedule ahead including Cullman Huntsville Town Creek Florence and Hartselle. Captain Eddie Eubanks highlighted by line plunges. Nabors Kendall sidelined by illness and injury.
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Hartselle
Captains Grid Seek Strong SEC Test at Atlanta
Frank Thomas led eleven has missed only one goal in 14 tries. Auburn arrives with wins over Birmingham Southern and a brilliant tie with Wisconsin and now faces Southern Conference play at Tech flats in Atlanta for its first league test.
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Auburn
Birmingham Southern
Wisconsin
Atlanta
Tide Faces Tough Tennessee Test in Knoxville
The Crimson Tide travels to Knoxville to meet their strongest foe this season, Tennessee, as Howard plays Millsaps in Jackson Mississippi, Spring Hill hosts at Mobile the Mississippi Teachers, and Birmingham Southern opens by meeting Mississippi College in Jackson Mississippi.
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Barnes Wins State Golf Title on Gadsden 9 Hole Course
Mrs. Frank Barnes defeats Miss Margaret Smith 2 and 1 to claim the Alabama state women’s golf title on the Gadsden 9 hole course. Pro Eddie Miller receives praise for assisting as the tournament moves to Montgomery next year and Alabama traditions pass to the freshman team with helmet heritage from the 1930 Rose Bowl squad.
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Gadsden
Margaret Smith
Birmingham
University of Alabama
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Pasadena
Washington State
Alabama and Tennessee set for key league clash
Alabama meets Tennessee in a major Southern Conference showdown in Tuscaloosa this Saturday. The game pits Johnny Cain and Hillman Holley against Tennessee stars Chick Feathers and Gene McEver as both teams seek a pivotal victory in a long running feud. The tossup tilt follows Tennessee wins in 1928 and 1929, with Alabama triumphing 18 to 6 last year.
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Chick Feathers
Gene McEver
Cain
Holley
Cullman County Cotton Crop Likely Similar to Last Year
Cullman county ginning figures as of October 1 show 10,831 bales gin ning this year versus 10,740 on October 1, 1930. The data indicates the crop is about the same as last season with minimal variance between years. Old figures reflect the season's harvest pace and local agricultural activity.
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Genesis Series Continued At Westminster Church
At Westminster Presbyterian Church mid week Bible study Rev E N Hart will continue discussion of the Book of Genesis. A large number of students have enrolled and more are expected this evening.
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
E. N. Hart
Attending Federal Court in Florence
A. A. Jones was in Florence today for Federal Court sessions presided by Judge W. S. Grubb. He was called as a juror for this week of the court.
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Games Postponed In YMCA Bowling Match
The Bankers versus Disco bowling contest in the YMCA tournament was postponed from last night and will be completed next week with the same teams at the same venue.
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Vandy Captain Out Of Tulane Contest
Vanderbilt captain Leonard will miss the Tulane game due to a broken right wrist he suffered weeks ago. He appeared in uniform but cannot grip a football, leaving Vander bilt to face Tulane without their leader.
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Leonard
Bob Lowery Named New Pro at Huntsville Club
Bob Lowery, a skilled golfer from the Valley, is appointed professional at Huntsville Country Club. He succeeds George Black, who resigned after many years to move to Gadsden.
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Huntsville
Huntsville Country Club
Mr. Lowery
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Gadsden
Weather and growth notes on rainfall and child height
The report states no rainfall occurred in the 24 hours ending at seven this morning. It notes that a one year old child weighs about seven pounds less than their height in inches, at two years six pounds less, and at four years almost four pounds less. It also mentions that light visibility under normal conditions depends on its height and intensity.
Barons Draft Art Weis For Six Thousand Dollars
The Baronial coffers grow by 6000 as Art Weis, slugging out fielder, is drafted by the Louisville Colonels. The draft price is $6000. Weis is the only player drafted by any AA club so far.
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Golf Contingent Is Pictured In Window
Decatur's golfers are showcased in Sullivan's Studio window decorated to resemble a golf green and fairway. Notables include Roland H. Gray Thomas Hodson George Curtis James Rankin Charles Matthews and J Hughes drawing attention from locals.
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Sullivan’s
George Curtis
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Roland H. Gray
Thomas Hodson
James Rankin
Charles Matthews
J. &. Hughes
Series of Sermons Starts at Westminster Church
The beginning of a series of sermons on Revelation will be delivered by Rev. E. N. Hart at Westminster Presbyterian Church during vesper services. The series is anticipated with much interest and will be inaugurated Sunday evening.
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E. N. Hart
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Fragmentary Phrase Distinguishes Geographic Range and Luminous
A brief excerpt contrasts two concepts by naming the former as geographic range and the latter as luminous. The fragment suggests a classification without broader context or identifiable figures. No additional details are provided to specify actors or places.
Bought at Princess Theatre sparks emotional rise and fall
Constance Bennett headlines Bought based on Jackdaws Strut at the Princess Theatre today and Thursday. The story tracks a poor girl’s ascent in high society, aided by a benevolent buyer and a wandering writer, with a twist as her duplicity unravels and a dramatic climax unfolds in a large ensemble cast led by Ben Lyon and Richard Bennett.
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Princess Theatre
Dave Meyer
Nicky Armory
Ben Lyon
Richard Bennett
Dorothy Peterson
Raymond Milland
Stuart Hull
Doris “Lloyd
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Maude Eburne
Clara
Edward Nugent
Mayo
Charles Kenyon
Raymond Griffith
Isle of
Whitworth Competes for Place-Kicking Honors
Coach Frank Thomas of Alabama fields a substitute quarterback challenging Ears Whitworth, the Rose Bowl hero, for place-kicking duties. Sophomore Chesty Moseley has added seven extra points while Whitworth has ten. both have missed one attempt.
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Ears Whitworth
Washington State
Chesty Moseley
Whitworth
Cards Owner Credits New Ball For Strong Play
National League president John A. Heydler says the new ball favored good pitching quick thinking and smart defense while reducing slugging, helping the St. Louis Cardinals in games against the Athletics.
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Athletics
John A. Heydler
Walter Johnson Resigns and Re-signs with Washington Nats
Veteran pitcher and manager Walter Johnson will stay with the Washington Nationals for another season, signing a one year contract to attempt to guide the team back toward the American League pennant. Johnson remains a central figure for the Senators as they seek renewed success.
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Senators
Charity Tilt Set For December 12 at Yankee Stadium
The Army Navy charity game is scheduled for December 12 in New York at Yankee Stadium. Tickets will be priced lower than last year, and a larger crowd is expected.
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Yankee Stadium
New York
Al Sothoron to Join Major Leagues Next Season
Al Sothoron, for three years manager of the Louisville Colonels of the American Association, has resigned. He announced he would accept one of three contracts to manage a major league club next season. He did not name the clubs involved.
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Louisville Colonels
Ruth Expects to Play Two More Years
Babe Ruth plans to play two additional seasons before retiring and moving into a managerial role. The remaining time would complete a twenty year span with the Diamond for the Big Bambino.
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Ruth
Babe Ruth
Raymond Pepper Returns Home After Stellar Summer
Raymond Pepper, who led the International league in hitting this summer, has returned home for the winter. His plans are uncertain, as he may stay locally or play some basketball to stay in shape. Pepper was a standout basketball and baseball star at the University of Alabama.
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Raymond Pepper
Pep
Pepper
University of Alabma
Vols and Tide Now Viewed As Toss-up
Local sports followers view the Tennessee Vols versus Alabama Crimson Tide game as a toss-up. Predictions split with Rankin expecting a Vols win, Lee and Shelton favoring Alabama or a close margin, and Bloodworth predicting a Tide victory with both teams potentially scoring two touchdowns.
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University of Tennessee Vols
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University of Alabama
Ben Bloodworth
No Tournament Play Planned at Valley Country Club
No tournament play is planned at the Valley Country club for several weeks. It is understood that tourney action may be absent for weeks, possibly not until the first of the coming year.
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Many Visitors Play On the Club Greens
The Valley Country Club remains popular with visiting golfers, drawing many each month. Visitors praise the course condition and compare it favorably with other courses in this state and beyond.
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Valley Country Club
Alabama's Name Traced to Indian Tribe Alibama
A historic note explains Alabama's name derives from the Alibama people, an Native American group referenced in early records. The explanation links the state's title to indigenous origins and regional naming practices.
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Alabama
Tennessee River Stands at 14 Feet on Gauge
The Tennessee river remained stationary today with the gauge showing 14 feet, indicating no rise or fall in water level. Authorities advised caution for low-lying areas and waterfront activities as conditions persist.
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