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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1936
Page
7
Alan Gould reports a nationwide poll naming the Boston Red Sox as the era’s biggest disappointment, with Joe Louis knockout and Chicago Cubs near the top. The survey covers baseball, boxing, tennis, golf, football, and Olympic mishaps, listing major collapses and notable upsets across sports.
The piece surveys how touring golfers, many starting as caddies, cope with meager prize money. Pros travel by auto, stay in expensive hotels, rely on club connections and sponsors for salaries, and often depend on prestige or exhibition matches to cover travel and living costs during the winter circuit.
The column reflects on Cy Rigler a veteran NL baseball umpire who died in Philadelphia a decade ago and other sports figures like jockey Fod Sloan and Pepper Martin. It notes Rigler's 53 year life, Sloan's 56 years, and Pepper Martin as an outstanding player in 1931.
Glendale, Calif. AP reports George Von Elm, once top amateur, reclaimed championship glory with a 9 under par total of 219 on a 72-hole scoring split. He earned $400 for first, while Harry Bassler took $250 for second and Olin Dutra $100 for third after a 63 final round.
Pittsburg Panthers began add workouts as Jock Sutherland reshapes a first string backfield for Washington in the Rose Bowl Jan 1. Bil Stapulis returns to fullback, Arnold Green moves to second string, with Stapulis Goldber Chickernew and Stebbins in the first backfield. Washington Huskies prepare at Santa Barbara for a week of drills under Coach Jimmy Phelan.
New York December reports say Horace Stoneham has bought the Albany franchise, eyeing a Jersey City club for the Giants with potential $30,000 value. Larry MacPhail would pay $90,000 for the stadium if his deal to control the Jersey City Municipal Stadium succeeds. Meanwhile Sam Breadon invites New York writers to St Louis for night games under lights, and Jesse Owens’ manager disputes a premature pro announcement amid activity surrounding Indiana and Notre Dame basketball.
Auburn Alabama fans expect a stronger lineup as several players return from the post season Havens game. Coach Ralph Jordan has two sure men, Captain Joel Eves and Rex McKissick, among six key players. Others include Frank Hamm and Hugh Rodger guards, Ralph O'Gwynne and Tommie 4yards forwards.
Reed Greco, assistant football coach at Mississippi State Teachers College, will replace head coach Pooly Hubert next year after Hubert resigned to take the job at Virginia Military Institute in Lexington. Green, a Lexington, Mississippi native, starred in football and baseball as a student and graduated in 1934.
Three year old Coy Manuel Pybus died at 2 30 am Sunday after a two week illness of scarlet fever and pneumonia at his parents home on Columbia route three. Survived by parents three brothers Esto Theo Conitus Joe Billy and sister Mary Gladye all of route home. Funeral at Hebron church Monday at 12 o clock with Rev Mr Madema officiating burial in church cemetery Houaton Funeral Home. In charge BECTER HIRE HER 08 ANGELES. Dec 2 AP Embarrassed policemen returned from turkey shoot with little loot as Mrs Bobby Rutherford won a turkey ham and three boxes of candy in men’s pistol event. Serg Ivan Johnson also won a turkey in a raffle. Blew Igiewart, back as 10 goal polo star, with New York hockey rovers. Curley Lambeau orders Don Hutson to drink two bottles nightly to gain weight per Lambeau.
Cuban Sports Commissioner Carlos Henriques Jr says the President's Cup game in Havana could become a challenge trophy and is seeking to remove the bowl-game motive. Villanova and Auburn are pilots for the New Year's Day contest as Henriques explores defenders and future matches to stimulate North American sports and Cuban athletic development.
The report notes varied holiday mercy actions with about 700 inmates to be freed or pardoned, while others face traditional releases or continued confinement. Governors in Ohio Alabama Nebraska North Dakota Minnesota and other states announce clemency, with federal opinions mixed, as lists name specific cases and thresholds for release around Christmas.
Marianna reporter notes 39 year old Sara Ann Chumley who lived with her daughter Mrs B W Anderson in Cyprent died Friday after a three week illness. Funeral service held Pleasant Hall Alabama with burial in Pleasant Hill cemetery. Survived by daughter Mrs Anderson and others including Mrs Ida McNeil and Mrs Nancy Evans plus a son and several grandchildren. Charles Rush listed among grandchildren.
A vent-like discussion tracing heavyweight era legends from Willard to Carnera, noting oversized champs struggle to sustain greatness and contrasting football and basketball athlete benchmarks with boxing prowess. It weighs height, weight, durability, and the changing guard of champions amid period hype.
Auburn plans three days of practice as 29 players prepare for the Havana New Year’s Day game against Villanueva. Coach Jack Meagher aims to raise tempo despite weather, with workouts at Tropical Field and a charter trip schedule through January 2 in Miami before arriving in Havana.
Ben Turpin, a former $10000-week comedian, offers to tend the gala at any movie studio in Hollywood. He jokes only he, the humurous man, could spark the event while claiming he is tired of nothing to do and not being called to work. The quip reflects his famed custard-plea humor and offbeat style.
Walter Gilbert, Auburn captain and all Southeastern center, has faced knee problems but remains a pivotal presence on the line. The 200-pound, six-foot player graduates in June and eyes coaching or pro football offers, with a noted commitment to academics and a background in golf, volleyball, and baseball. He plans to face Villanova New Year’s Day in Havana, seeking a last chance to realize his football ambition.
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