WBL Preview Follows Columba Abbeville Rivalry and Newcomers
The Wiregrass Basketball League season centers on Columbia and Abbeville in a heated rivalry. Finney’s Lions aim to defend their district title as Midland City Headland and others join a 22 game schedule with Newville and Ozark entering the first division. Finney’s Five from Houston County High is favored to repeat.
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Rehobeth
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Slocomb
Newville
Ozark
Slocomb appoints new assistant coach amid coaching shuffle
David Soe, former head coach of the Fichtucg Panthers, is named new assistant coach at Slocomb after O L Holloway left for insurance in Birmingham. Richards says Soe will assume duties after the Garnettvas holidays and will coach alongside Auburn-bound Shel.
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David Soe
Fichtucg Panthers
Stocomb
Sukoei Siocon
Biamard Richars
Wicksburg
O L Holloway
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Slourmb
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Surance Busness
Birmingham
Richards
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Slocemb
Garittnvas
Auburn
Wickshore Snrits
Protest group attacks Sunday sports at Legion Field
In Birmingham a Protestant ministry association protested Sunday sporting events at Legion Field. A committee was appointed to push changes amid continued religious tensions over weekend activities and public gatherings.
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Love To Conduct Basketball Clinic Meeting Wednesday Night
Veterans officials and coaches planned a basketball clinic and discussion of officiating problems at the county courthouse. M W Mauritt of Columbia and Wiregrass Basketball League president Al Browr were to attend with Wiregrass officials.
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Auburn Coaches Highlight Wiregrass Quarterback Club Meet
The Wiregrass Quarterback Club closed its season with Auburn Head Coach Earl Brown and Alabama’s Red Drew as guests in a 1950 veterans huddle. Brown praised Auburn’s win over Alabama and hinted at future success, while Drew joked about Alabama’s loss and shared a friendly exchange with Brown. Other visitors included McGowan, Murphy, Ber nard, Brunis, and McCollum. telegrams from Johnny Mack Brown were read.
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Red” Drew
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Dick McGowan
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Charles Cchuck Bernard
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Fred
Buddy) Mc Collum
Troy
Teachers College
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Moris
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Wiregrass Stadium
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Oute
Harold
Red) Drew
Charles
Chuck) Bernard
Hewes
Dothan High
Bex Ennis
Buddy) McCollum
Troy State
Crawford Mossey
Eagle
Midland City Banquet Plans Set for Wednesday
Midland City Flyers announce their annual football banquet to be held Wednesday at six o’clock local time. Coach L N Sibert reports the event aims to honor players and celebrate the season's achievements.
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Dothan Opens Cager Season at Malone in Opener
Dothan varsity travels to Malone Florida for a seven o clock season opener. Coach Rosy Davis faces a strong Malone lineup with 10 early wins this season. Coach Jack Hovater calls his squad unproven and inconsistent but vows improvement as the Bees meet Malone in a key early test.
Tigers Slate 1950 Football Schedule Shaping Up
Dothan Tigers coach Rip Hewes outlines a promising 1950 season with Sidney Lani of Montgomery and rivals Pensacola Giaike The Sidney Lamer Peels are set for the second game at Wiregrass Stadium Dothan Hewes notes potential opponents Favama City Anniston and Talladega may be added while seeking dates with McGinn Selma Daytona Beach Jordan High Albany GA for two open slots The Tigers open the season against a Wiregrass foe not yet named.
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James Wilkes
Cdwin Worthy
Newby
Laye
Dothan
Kinston
Elna Pensacola
Tallahassee
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Panama City
Ramsay
Burmingham
Selma
Jordan High
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Dothan Tigers
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Tigers
Two League Games Set For Thursday In Wiregrass League
Wiregrass Basketball League schedules a Thursday program with Ozark at Ashford and Headland v Vicksburg set for Wicksburg gym at two o clock. Cumbie reports the day’s intent and notes 6 45 pm starts for all league games with B teams preceding varsity Bees in double headers.
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WEIL
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Abbeville
Hartford
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Newville
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Slocomb
Varsity Bees
Alabama Announces Athletic Scholarships
Alabama signs multiple high school football stars to athletic scholarships. Notable names include Wesley Thompson 210, Decaun tackle. Fred Hon 20, Tommy Lewis 180, Greenville back Jackie Hart 195, Sulkigent end James Davis 180, Hamilton guard Jim Pritchett 170, Raymond Hudson 175, Murphy Mobile halfback. Leroy Gray Jr 185 Greene County end Frank Mickle 185, Aniston center James Rice 185, Bil Oliver Aliceville back.
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West End
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Murphy
Mobile
Leroy Gray
Opp Andalusia's Littles Named All State Team
Nelson of Opp Andalusia headlines a seniors dominated All State selection by Hessia's annual high school team. The first team includes Ends Raymond Newman and Roy Freeman. Tackles Wesley Thompson and Jack Smalley. Guards Neil Galloway and G B Beasley. Center Bob Farms. backs Burns Lineville Freeman Athens Hattaway. Second and third teams list additional players from Lanett Decatur West End Atmore Oxford and others.
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Decatur
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Dadeville
Roy Freeman
Wesley Thompson
Jack Smalley
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Etowah County
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Cowboys Move in Augusta Me
An unclear report mentions New Mexico state police and Maine state police messages amid a chaotic day ending with dispatcher Paquin troubled by the situation. The fragment hints at a tense pursuit or interference affecting police communications. The source is damaged and contains literary flourishes rather than a clear event.
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Baby Tigers Plan 16 Game Cage State Schedule
Coach Bill Ezell intends the Baby Tigers to open the basketball season January 3 in Dothan against Ozark juniors. The team began practice last week as Ezell gauges a short but smooth-handling squad learning quickly. He expects a 16-game regular season, aiming to have the squad ready by year’s start.
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Crimson Five Sets Scoring Record Against Florence State
The University of Alabama crushed Florence State Teachers 98 14 in the season opener. Center Bully Dean led Alabama with 20 points as the Crimson Tide surpassed its previous scoring record. the prior peak was 30 points against Ole Miss in 1947.
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