Beer spree mars ASCOCIA playoff race
In ASCOCIA action the 32 H team sparked a near beer spree leading to a chaotic scene as rivals clashed near the stands with police intervening to restore order and review the incident.
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1930
Page
1
In ASCOCIA action the 32 H team sparked a near beer spree leading to a chaotic scene as rivals clashed near the stands with police intervening to restore order and review the incident.
In Birmingham the late Harvey G. Woodward left 7.5 million for a school within fifteen miles of a town with strict limits. No ministers, no religious buildings, no foreign languages, no interscholastic athletics, no fraternities, no exams, and only native born white British ancestry students. The World notes such hedged funds risk impractical aims and possible liquidation after 25 years if unworkable.
Charles K. Harris author of After the Ball died yesterday at an advanced age. His song sparked a countrywide craze and became a cultural touchstone, with crowds quoting its lines and even a death linked to its emotional impact. The era also saw other popular tunes and salable novelty hits shaping popular music.
The Baltimore Evening Sun recalls era songs and shows, noting popular tunes like Sweet Rosie O Grady and It Won’t Be a Stylish Marriage, along with acts by Steve Brodie and encores such as Silver Threads Among the Gold. The piece contrasts simple, everyday emotion with urban sophistication.
A historical survey notes bank robberies and failures in a tight race, with 28 banks failing in one day and 16 more in a week. It cites 442 robberies or attempted robberies since 1920, compares depositor losses to two major bank failures, and argues for an interest in deposit protection funds and federal guarantees amid rising post office bank competition. The piece laments the disappearance of public confidence in local banks and calls for stronger safety measures.
A column of quirky observations on college life and holiday bustle. The author riffs on Collegians in oversized collars, Christmas cards, orange season, and small town routines, ending with a humorous anecdote about a post office encounter and a pool hall moment.
An early 20th century note outlines Boulder City Nevada being planned as the first town built for Hoover Dam workers with auto age oriented layout. It will avoid business street through parks and residences, adjacent to a transcontinental highway, plus commentary on temperature and local anecdotes.
Readable snippets recount Christmas party anecdotes from Alabama social circles. Jokes about resolutions, witty remarks by Julia McKinney, and a folk tale of a corn deal after the Civil War mingle with reflections on drinking, smoking, travel by airship, and a portable carved brass pup gift.
In Massachusetts, Bobby Jones comments on politicians facing retirement pressures, noting that many leaders are compelled to step back. The piece reflects a local newspaper tone, focusing on political dynamics and retirement implications.
Private opinions support Mr Stesle s innnovation, expressing belief it is the best thing for everyone involved and calling for broad backing.
New York playwright and critic Channing Pollock notes the town’s top theatre reviewers. Only four of the 14 write in offices, others file from Broadway offices, hotels, or home. Names include Atkinson, Mantle, Hammond, Whitely Bolto, Gabriel, Brown, Anderson, Lockridge, Darnton, Seldes. many hailed from elsewhere, with varied birthplaces and odd habits.
A Mil bank memorial fund study shows skilled trades workers have more physical and functional disabilities than agricultural, professional, or business workers. Vision and hearing defects are common, with hearing issues linked to occupational noise. Teeth problems, colds, constipation, ruptures, hernias, varicose veins, and heart valve and artery changes are more prevalent among skilled trades workers.
A discussion on how to handle persistent quarrels among close friends children may imitate adult speech. It suggests such friction often reflects jealousy and may not harm the bond but could push rivals toward other compatible companions when opportunity arises. Parents should broaden play contacts to help children choose compatible companions. If one child consistently dominates, the weaker should be encouraged to seek balanced relations.
A fragmentary Washington letter notes a banquet with British ambassador Sir Read Lindsay and Lady Lindsay arriving in Baltimore. It mentions tea, silver polish, and draperies, then shifts to Longworth’s concert in the Capitol with praise for his violin and attire, and a brief sports mention involving Clarence Wes.
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