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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1949

Page

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Sully Leads East All Stars In Narrow Classic Victory

Hamwood Sullivan, a standout Dothan quarterback, starred in the East West All America prep game, firing a late strike to Jack Lewin for a 12 7 East win. The Alabama recruit drew praise for his speed passing and decision making, with college scouts noting his strong showings at Dothan High and in the North South game.

Hamwood Sullivan Money Feaver Dothan Haywood Sullivan Corpus Cheisth Tex Red Drew Sully Jack Lewin Birmingham Drew Dothan Tiger Sullivan Tom University of Florida Gators Couch Ring Howes Ramo University of Alabama Gong Dothan High Sally Bruce Hanahan Billy Morris Tiger Malcolm Senn Opp Dethan Col Wet

Vanderbilt Eyes Contenders With New Style and Depth

Vanderbilt coaches stress depth and a switch to the “platoon” system as they rebuild for a Southeastern Conference title bid. Rick Edwards replaces the single wing, introducing a split offense and stronger defense behind a deep backfield led by Bud Davidson Irvin Berry and Bul Wade. The squad features reshaped lineups, with key players like Bobby Berry and Bob Werckle anchoring the ends and guards, while Tom Patterson and Tully Colbouin bolster the blocking backs. The schedule opens September 24 at Georgia Tech and includes clashes with Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Kansas, and more as Vanderbilt aims to climb toward a top conference finish.

Lyy Langue Eeniss Herbach Dean Davidson Bobby Berry Lee Natley Au-Arrentea Nashville Georgia Edwards Suleyman Cleveland Brown Hed Sanders UCLA Vandy Goney Vanderbilt Tre Ty Apdona Rip Sear Irvin Nollzy Bud Bucky Surthy Hves Capt Carl Copp Soph Bob Werckle van Brown Jim Hutton Darrell Shaver Tommy Patterson Tutty Colbouin John Clark Charley Hoovir Bill Powell Earl Stover Atlanti Alahams Mississippi Jnlce Florida Jacksonville Kansis

Andalusia Takes 2-Game Lead In ASL Playoff Series

Andalusia built a 2-0 lead in the final ASL playoff set by routing Greenville 8 to 4. Arrow right-hander Haovey Weaktey lasted under an inning before defeat, as Roy LeFevre and Ron Krav vile each had three hits for Greenville while Dave Hataway pitched for Andalusia in a decisive win.

Andalusia Walt Tauscher Alabama Jnbe Pirates Dothan Haovey Weaktey Arrows Dave Hataway Greenville Roy LeFevre Ron Kravvile

Favorites Defeated In National Amateur

In Rochester New York the defending champion Wille Tunes opens his Natal Amateur bid as early round play resumes after rain halted the morning session. The field features 18 matches including British Walker Cup players, with US favorites like Ray Stranahan and Gerald Micklem advancing, while Bishop of Islington trails John Kraft late in a rain-delayed first round at Oak Hill.

Rochester Wille Tunes Hull Jett Ted Bishop Islington Mass Bishop John Kraft Edgewater Calo Drohe Ernest Milward Gerald Micklem Briich Max Mel Shee Riegel Ray Billows Frank Stranahan Turnesagals Ray Giant Kallers Harold Foreman Glencoe Foreman Ernest Mull Ward

Herren Bonner Cup States Doubles Title

In Birmingham at the Alabama Open ties, Wade Herren of Birmingham and Maj. Tom V. Bonner won the men's doubles crown. Their opponents in championship play were Tom Molloy of New Orleans and Norman Copeland of Daytona Beach. The final match began Sunday but was interrupted after one set. Molloy and Copeland won the first set 6-? but Herren and Bonner came back to win 9-7, 6-6 yesterday.

Birmingham Wade Herren Maj Tom V. Bonner Jackson Miss Tom Molloy New Orleans Norman Copeland Daytona Beach Molloy Coptard Herren Bonnet

Vanderbilt Commodores aim for left end role this fall

Special report notes Ted Kirkland of Marianna Florida, 210 pounds and 46 5, seeks action at left end for Coach Bill Edwards Commodores. Also lists upcoming games at Nashville with Auburn, LSU at Baton Rouge, Tulane at Nashville, Marshall at Nashville, and Tennessee at Knoxville on November dates.

Birkeland Vandy Nashville Tenn Ted Kirkland Marianna Fis Vinederbilt Bill Edwards Commodores Auburn Nashville New Lowsiean State Haton Rouge Tulane Marshall Tennessee Knoxville

Indians Rally To Narrow AL Race As Feller Shifts Scoring Pace

Bob Feller wins his 19th as Cleveland rips Boston to spark a three day surge and tighten the American League pennant chase. Detroit, St Louis and Brooklyn also win while Giants, Phillies and Reds jockey in tight NL races amid late season drama.

Gonzales Defends Tennis Crown Amid Opening Round Delays

U S champion Dick Gonzales was set to defend the National Smgley title today against Jack Geller of New Rochelle New York. Opening day saw several matches completed while Gonzales waited an extra day to catch up with the field led by Ted Sehraeder of La Crescenta and Paneno. Casualties included Eddie Moylan and Herbie Flam among seeds. Tony Trabart eliminated George Warthington as the rounds began.

Paneno Eddie Moylan Trenton Herbie Flam Beverly Hills Cacé Im Brink Seattle Vic Seizas Philadelphia Tony Trabart Cimeinnah George Warthigton Austresla

Alabama Teams In Softball Regional Final Tonight

PETERSBURG AP Herb Dudley and Beck Miller, top Alabama pitchers, may clash in the finals of the Southeast regional tournament. Clearwater hammered Canton 2-0 as Dudley threw a two hitter to seal the Bombers first win. Chattanooga eliminated Birmingham 5-8 with Miller supplying key relief.

Chattanooga Birmingham Miller Andy Smith ATM Webb Montgomvery Lavoy Montgomery

Fliers Near 100 Wins After Meridian Win

UNITED PRESS reports the Pensacola Fliers, three victories from 100 in the Southern League, beat Meridian 3 to 1 as Bert Heffernan led with his seventh-inning bunt show. Gadsden and Jackson won. Anniston routed by the Chiefs 10 to 2. Vicksburg and Selma rained out in Montgomery area action.

United Press Pensacola Fliers Meridian Bert Heffernan Aviators Fupners Fliers Dowd Ther Loyaloss Gadsden Jackson Ben Chapman Red Chiefs Anniston Hank Muerer Chiefs Akher G Sietun Zeno Vicksbur x

Baseball Results Tee 7 4 Boston 4 4 Second

Associated Press reports a baseball result with Boston tied at 4 4 in the second inning after tee 7 4. The brief mention lists no further details or players.

TRE Associated Press Boston

Little Dodger Bears Still Southern Threat

In the Southern Association pennant race the Little Dodgers emerge as the top threat with a seven win, eight game streak. Mobile Bears and Little Rock trail with strong play, while Paul Chervinko’s Alabama squad and extra base hits push the Dodgers toward the top in a note filled with team names and game details.

Little Dodger

Blakely Beats Indians In Flint River League Clash

Blakely and Donalsonville split a Flint River League series opener with Billy Currie of Blakely pitching a 21 2 victory over Donalsonville. Currie struck out 18 batters and issued one walk while aiding Blakely at the plate with two RBIs. The Tigers benefited from 16 safe hits as Blakely won 11 to 3. The third game of the series was set for Salock tonight.

Vern Stephens Boston Red Sox Lou Boudreau Cleveland Joe Gordon Larry Doby Cleveland Indians John Stevens Blakely Donalsonmlle Flint Rover Billy Currie Tigers Currie Blazaly Tncians

Abbeville Holds On In Playoff Series

Abbeville pitcher Lindy Money hurled an 18 41 victory over Louisville to keep the Lions alive in the Southeast Alabama League final round. Money allowed only three safeties and struck out 11 as Abbeville bunched 18 hits led by Clif Roland three for four and two safeties by Wagner. Louisville won game three in 13 innings, with Rosser striking out and four errors by the visitors. The two teams square off again at Millers Park with Louisville needing a win to clinch the title.

Crewe Ted Joe Dotson Boston Detroit Philadelphia Annange Pat Mullen Dick Kokos Pittsburgh Larry Jansen New York Giants Cincinnat Ken Mhattensberger Stan Lopata Andy Seminick Tung Phllies Chicago Slube Park Abbeville Lindy Money Lions Louisville Money Clit Roland Wagner Rosser Eufaula Millers Park Toursville Reddick Baker Whigham Smith Bradley B. Dews

Eagles Triumph in Exhib Exhibition Game 51-14 Over Cardinals

Philadelphia Eagles rolled to a 51 14 victory over the Chicago Cardinals in an exhibition clash. Eagles dominated with three first quarter touchdowns and built a large lead as spectators watched at Comiskey Park despite a snowy, windy backdrop.

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Drills Open Sept. 1 For TSIC Gridders

Troy State announces Sept. 1 football practice opening for the Wave during the coming season. Read Casen Buddy McCollum notes a roughly two week lead time before the first game, with Union University of Jackson, Tenn., as the opener at home. Seventeen lettermen and returning players like Caplan, Spencer Davis, Kirkland, Eries, Toole, and others are listed among the squad.

Troy Troy State Casen Buddy McCollum Trova Wavs Union Jackson Tenn Wavemen Ottermen Caplan Spencer Davis Mitchell Kirkland Johnny Eries Stanford Toole Carri John Terry Kenneth Ataiget Pau Caytop A Causey Dewey Renfroe Charle Cox Ted Freakins Jim Beavers Shelby Searcy Gene Norman Mack Beeks J. Z. Elmore

Boswell Named New Assistant Track Coach at Alabama

Jeet Goleman announced Jack Boswell, once a Crimson Tide ace, as the new assistant track coach and assistant athletic director. Boswell succeeds Phil Knuth, who resigns to take a high school head track coach post in St Petersburg, Florida. Alabama’s population note mentions children aged eight and under composing one eighth of the state’s residents.

Auburn Jack Boswell Crimson Tide Managasy of Alabama Acling Jeet Goleman Boswell Suceest Phil Knuth St Petersburg Fla

Atlanta's Williams named Rookie Of Year in Southern Association

Atlanta second baseman Williams wins Rookie Of The Year in the Southern Association after a close vote by eight league managers and 18 writers. Williams collects 10 first place votes, beating Nashville catcher Carl Sawatski who has eight. Other contenders include Memphis shortstop Clu Dappet and New Orleans infielder Al Tadd.

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