Rehobeth Panthers Name Jones Coach For New Season
Rehobeth High School reforms its football setup with Warren L. Jones replacing Ralph Toole as head coach. Jones introduces the single wing and modified punt, curbing the T formation, and aims to improve on last season amid a rebuilt lineup with key candidates in backfield and line. Schedule lists nine games from September to November including night matches at Ashford Graceville and Vicksburg.
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Dothan Tigers 1947 Football Preview Sparks Optimism
Dothan High officials plan a competitive football slate with Rip Hewes guiding a near 10 game schedule, nine games on the card. The team hosts most games at Wiregrass Stadium, with trips to Pensacola Anniston and Talladega. Opening night features Opp. ticket price is 1.50. Predictions weigh Dothan to beat Pensacola 13 7, others include Bonifay Quincy Marianna Florida Industrial Elba Georgiana Abbeville Kufaula Graceville Bainbridge and Columbia.
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Tech and Ole Miss Coaches Poised for Emotion in Preview
Associated Press reports Georgia Tech coach Bobby Dodd and Ole Miss coach Johnny Vaught showed strong emotion as they previewed upcoming games. Dodd predicted a two touchdown loss to Tennessee on Sept 27, while Vaught warned Ole Miss could fare worse than two TDs against Kentucky without overnight improvement.
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Greenville Lions Win ASL Playoff Title in Final Series
The Greenville Lions swept the Atatatsa State League finals, defeating the Brewton Millers to claim the playoff championship along with the league pennant. Pete Peterson earned another win, leading Greenville with strong hitting from Perry Roberts and steady pitching, as the Lions secured the top honors in the Class D circuit.
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Bengals Surge As Injured Regulars Return To Lineup
Dothan High Tigers regain pep after a hectic week as seasoned players return. Bruce Froney resumes action at quarterback despite an arm injury, with backs firing and passers hitting targets in a more fluid practice ahead of Wiregrass Stadium game. Sammy Gray leads duties in the backfield and orchestrates plays with renewed confidence.
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Andalusia Arrows Best Supported Club In Alabama State
The Andalusia Arrows led Alabama State League attendance with about 62,000 fans over 70 home games, more than Enterprise and Greenville, as the league posted roughly 370,000 in total attendance for 1947. The Tigers will feature Co Capt. Bubber McGowan at halfback and rookie Wilmer Pelham as potential fill-ins, with several reserves listed for Friday night action.
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Forests Underused Capable Tree Stock Wasted
About 80 percent of U S productive forests do not continue or support half the number of trees they could hold. The note highlights underutilization of forest land and potential gains from adjusting management to increase stocking density.
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League Leaders in Batting, Runs, and Power
The Associated Press lists top American League leaders with Williams of Boston leading batting at 339. MecCusky of Philadelphia and Wright of Chicago also prominent. Williams dominates runs batted in with 117, while Henrich and Pesky from New York and Boston trade top spots in various categories. Several players set records in doubles, triples, and home runs across leagues, with notable teams including Cleveland, Chicago, and New York contributing key performances.
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Giants Trounce Rams as Niles Shines in NFL East
New York Giants surge past Los Angeles Rams 80 to 2 in an easy win. Kerry Niles, ex Jows ace, throws two touchdown passes to George Franen and runs for 22 yards, boosting the Giants toward NFL East title contention.
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