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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1944
Page
7
The Dothan Tigers host Hartford Bulldogs in a big game at the stadium amid expected large crowd. Hartford aims to upset Dothan after strong recent showings, with fans urged to buy tickets early to avoid lines. Also notes on league news, player notes, and anonymous letters to the sports desk.
Do than High Tigers coach Jack Hovater faces backfield woes as two halfbacks Burkett and Compton are hurt for the Bartford tilt at Wiregrass Memorial Stadium. Burkett has a fractured arm ending his season after the Sidney Lanier game. Compton, sidelined two weeks, may miss Friday with an injured leg. G. L. Wynn and Alford Parrish likely fill the two spots, while the coach warns of possible further injury. Hartford’s Bulldogs, led by Paul Taylor, James Holland, Sam Vickers, and James Commander, promise a fast break game in a potential season highlight.
Undefeated Tech faces Skycrackers as Navy and Marine prep teams collide. Alabama seeks a stronger unit for Friday, while Kentucky prepares for a tough Wildcat challenge. Injuries to key backs and linemen loom as coaches warn of a hard fought clash.
Dothan High School officials announce advance tickets for the Dothan Hartford football game Friday night at Wiregrass Memorial Stadium. Tickets are on sale at Spann Marchman Hardware Store on South Foster Street to reduce stadium congestion and ease spectator convenience.
Mississippi State freshman Tom McWilliams increased his SEC scoring lead to 40 points after scoring twice in a 13-4 win over LSU. Florida’s Bobby Forbes remains second with 16 points behind, while Georgia’s Bill Bryan jumps to third with 22. Georgia Tech’s Allen Bowen and others trail as the season progresses.
Gadsden AP report notes correspondence showing Southern folks oppose mutilation of their speech and will present it to Will Hays. Walling Keith says mail pours in with encouragement yet fears West Virginians. critics reject SPCSA entry, while a Knoxville Knoxville accent center decision awaits a Senate-backed committee.
OCAME reports the next Pacific Coast League season will run 200 games from March 3 to September 23, an increase from 179. League directors also approved operations and noted over 1100 Army and Navy items use wood materials. In Java a betrothed couple must stay secluded for days before their wedding ceremony.
Philadelphia Athletics manager Connie Mack said his rumored purchase of the Minneapolis club in the American Association may take place sooner than expected. He noted no money has changed hands yet and that Philadelphia aims to own a double A team, arguing major leagues now need to save double A clubs.
Southern California built a dominant 38-7 victory over Washington before 70 000 fans at home. Gordon Gray opened the rout with a 50 yard punt return and later added a 45 yard scoring run as USC overwhelmed the Huskies with a fast diversified attack on ground and air.
Detroit Tigers executive Jack Zeller proposes widening baseballs draft to include unlimited players and higher prices, threatening farm systems. The plan, backed by some owners, faces heavy opposition and awaits the league meetings in New York and minor leagues in Buffalo, with no immediate vote expected.
Feith de Courcey, who had scored nine touchdowns in four games, was just another back trying vainly to go places.
Oakland report states former boxer Overlin, once tied to Navy discharge issues, ends his comeback after a rash of wins and a difficult return to form. Alabama players Lowell Tew Hal Self Norwood Hodges and guard Johnny Worrek are noted as key figures in the continuing season.
In New Orleans AP reports South Southern Conference opponents ponder how to plan for Tony Shorty McWilliams of Mississippi State, a sharp back with 65 carries. Bernie Noure of Louime on Line offers one plan: avoid scheduling Mississippi State.
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