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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1936

Page

7

Local High School Meet to Feature Top City Track Talent

Five schools send athletes to the West in Conference meet at the city high school field Friday afternoon. Riders from Charlotte Greensboro and Winston Salem compete for top honors in events led by standout sprinters and distance runners.

Charlotte Greensboro Sulbury Winston-Salem Hight Black Bisons Rotary Cionarch Kiwanis Altrusa ceMurrag A.aener Lewis Pelee Gteemore Steemore High Point Goolsby Gorve Deenhour Charte Sutton Copeland Les

Weather Woes Do Not Dampen Binghamton Visit

The Binghamton New York baseball delegation led by Roy Hamey and Bill Skiff faces repeated rain during a High Point stay. Al Lamb and Bill Ayres of The Binghamton Press and The Binghamton Sun report sunny forecasts proving wrong as a tornado near Greensboro and persistent showers disrupt practice and golf. Civic clubs host the visitors and local papers gain publicity from the trip.

Binghamton, N. Y al Lamb Binghamton Press Bill Ayres Binghamton Sun Roy Hamey Bill Skiff Greensboro High Point Binghamton Lamb and Ayres

Cochrane Untroubled by Law of Averages in Tigers Spring

Detroit Tigers skip through a rain halted Augusta showing as Mickey Cochrane discusses team prospects. He cites Bobby Jones’s setback and highlights Al Simmons Don Ross and potential slow spring starts by School Boy Rowe and Elden Auker while noting four strong AL clubs loom.

Augusta Mickey Cochrane Bobby Jones Mickey Detroit Tigers Tigers Athletics Cochrane Cleveland Indians Mike Indians al Simmons Don Ross Beaumont Marvin Owen Cochranne Rowe Elden Auker

Yankees Withdraw From Rain Delayed Nashville Game

The Yankees, forced from Peachtree by rain, arrived in Nashville ready for a scheduled game with the Nashville club today.

Nashvilla Washvilas Yankees Peachtree Belt Nashville

Beard Trimmed Worpole Dodgers Player Trimming

Bearded prose fragment mentions Frency Bordagaray of the Brooklyn Dodgers and a trimming incident tied to Worpole and Stengailian terms, with unclear context and names.

Sheffield notes Bill Terry ailing from knee injury

In Sheffield Alabama Bill Terry shows his injured knee still needs time to recover his form and he is not ready for action yet. The report notes the condition and uncertain return date for the player in question.

Sheffield Ala Bill Terry

Indians Lose Four Days in Nashville Weather

Idle Saturday and Sunday hindered training as the team toured Nashville weather delays caused the Indians to lose four days of practice during the training season.

Nashville Indians

Weaver On Way Out In Knoxville Pitcher Faces Ouster

Pitcher Monte Wea appears to be ousted from the Senator before May 15 unless he shows marked improvement.

Weaver Mnoxville Monte Wea

Cubs Set Final Game of Series with Red Ox

In Hurd Gadsden Alabama Larry French was pitched the final game for the Cubs in a three game series with the Red Ox today.

French Gadsgden Ala Larry French Cubs Red Ox

Stratton to Hurl Urg For White Sox Pirates Game

Monte Stratton will start in the box for the White Sox today against the Pirates with Ira ready for relief duties.

Stratton Monte Stratton White Sox Pirates Ira

Derer Against Rowe as Reds Plan Weekday Game

Reds manager Chuck Weisen plans a matchup involving Paul Derringer and Schoolboy Rowe against the Tigers. Babe Herman is slated to join the Reds on Wednesday at Winston-Salem, lifting team spirits.

Derringer ROWE Florence, &. C Paul Deroer Reds Tigers Babe Herman Winston Chuck Weasen

Phils Rally After Cubs Charley Jim Praise

The Philadelphia squad lifted mood after Chicago Cubs official Charley Jim praised an improved balanced club with better inner depth, signaling confidence for upcoming games.

PHILS Charley Jim Chicago Cubs

Athletics plan Asheville trip after Knoxville win

The club aims to visit Asheville following a victory over Knoxville yesterday and will rejoin the squad in Greenville on Tuesday.

Asheville Knoxville Reenville

Ostermuller to Hurl Go Manager Joe Cron

Ostermuller prepared to hurl as team manager Joe Cron coordinates pitching decisions. The fragment notes a sports figure preparing a throw and leadership role in a baseball context.

Joe DiMaggio Impresses In Spring Prospect Hype

Analysis from Daniel M. Daniel notes DiMaggio meets the ball late, with strong arm and solid throws in exhibitions. Mentions coast league record 420 foot homer, 171 runs, 151 RBIs, 94 homers, and MVP honors in 1985. DiMaggio set a high bar for Yankees preseason plans against Binghamton.

Joe DiMaggio Yankees Binghamton Florida Daniel M. Daniel New York World-Telegram Sporting News Joe San Francisco

Red Bounger Mound Debut Sails With Cubs Today

A brief note highlights a mound appearance by Red Bounger for the Chicago Cubs, signaling anticipation for his start today. The report emphasizes his role and potential impact on the game.

Red Bounger Chicago Cubs

Bees Face Pitcher Choices Amid Team Rebuild

In a hazy note room discussion, managers consider several pitchers as options for the Bees. Names like Ph and Dany appear in speculative talks ahead of roster decisions.

Nat Philaeipia Dany

Panthers Rally Past Duke B Side In Close Exhibition

High Point Panthers overcame an early 4-0 deficit to beat Duke B 10 to 9 on Duke field. Lefty Rudisil pitched four innings for HP as Har ris closed with two strong frames. Cull er, Harris led HP with three hits each, Koonts Ingle and Grigg had two apiece for the winners.

High Point Panthers Duke Duke Field Yewmen Rudisil Panther Blue Devils Durham Grigg Harris Rink Caskey Culler High Point Koontz Ifp Martin Towery Rudisill Crigg McGarity Puller Lamb Hoonts Isley Hite Key

Dizzy Dean to Hurl in Preview Against San Antonio

Dizzy Dean is set to take the mound today to showcase his pitching against San Antonio, aiming to demonstrate control, speed, and a dominant mix of pitches as the team seeks a victory.

Dizzy Dean San Antonio Ted Lyons Chicago White Sox June Travis Harry Grabiner Ted Sox June

Patent issuance tally marks 1.8 million by 1982

Figures from the Department of Commerce show that 1,797,880 patents were issued in the country from record keeping start to 1982.

V. &. Department of Commer

Doubles in Brass Billy Petrolle Turns To Iron Foundry Work

Former prizefighter Billy Petrolle, once a welter and lightweight contender, operates an ornamental iron foundry in Duluth. After retiring from boxing he used savings to buy the business and now keeps busy swinging a sledge and driving a truck at the shop.

Billy Petrolle Fargo Express Duluth

Yankees to Face Gehrig Lazzeri in 1935 Park Game

Willis park hosts an 8 20 start featuring Manager Joe McCarthy and stars Lou Gehrig Tony Lazzeri with the Yankees visiting High Point. Fans expect a great crowd as merchants cooperate allowing employees to leave at 8. Tickets are on sale at Oasis cafe Smoke shop Mann Drug No and Elwood hotel.

Willis Park Joe McCarthy Lou Gehrig Gehrig High Point Chapman Tony Lazzeri Yankees Lazzeri Oasis Cafe Smoke Shop Mann Drug No Elwood Hotel

Poison for liquor leads to night watchman death

In Charleston 8 C April 6 coroner attributes the death of William Mark Knight a 68 year old night watchman to mistaking poison for whiskey after neighbors found him in a vacant lot alive he died later at a hospital.

Charleston 8. C William Mark Knight John P. Devaux Knight

Brooklyns Bordagaray Impresses In Clearwater Camp

The Brookyln Dodgers veteran outfielder Stanley Bordagaray arrives at Clearwater Florida camp with a mustache, a rare look in baseball since early Philadelphia days. He is described as a canary raiser de luxe and already making an impression in camp.

Brooklyn Dodgers Stanley Bordagaray Frenchy Clearwater Fla John Titus Philadelphia Bordy

High Point Churches Unite for Evangelistic Campaign

The High Point Ministerial union advances Christian consciousness with a citywide outreach. Churches report strong attendance as ministers urge rededication to Christian principles during the crucifixion connected period. Rev. F. D. Caldwell led services at First Baptist church Thursday night. Rev. C. H. White led services at Washington Terrace Congregational church Friday night with homeroom teacher conferences planned.

Argent Mag Wiremaning High Point Ministerial Union F. D. Caldwell Brooks Memorial Church First Baptist Church C. H. White Cherry Street Presbyterian Church Washington Terrace Congregational Church

Follow Thou Me presented by High Point Teachers Forum

The Biblical drama by Mary S Hitchcock will be performed Monday evening at William Penn auditorium. Set in Jerusalem during the Crucifixion and Resurrection, the play features members of the High Point Teachers Forum in all roles with Christ as the central figure absent from the cast. Admission is free with a silver offering requested. White audiences invited.

Mary S. Hitchcock William Penn Auditorium High Point Teachers’ Forum Jerusalem Judea Christ

Brooks Memorial Ladies Aid Meets at Mrs Evans Home

Brooks Memorial Ladies Aid Society No 2 of Brooks Memorial M E church met at Mrs Arthur Evans 713 Hilltop street for a regular business session. Present were Mesdames Parthenia Johnson Ruth Evans Mattie Haislip Alda Blanton Etta Meekins Misses Jessie Dickerson Irnetta Evans Viola Tyson Hazel Moffitt Virginia Mae Shaw Mattie Weir and Rev F D Caldwell pastor. Hostesses served a repast after the meeting.

Brooks Memorial Ladies’ Aid Ladies Aid Society No M. EB Arthur Evans Hilltop Street Mesdames Parthenia Johnson Ruth Evans Mattie Haislip Alda Blanton Etta Meekins Jessie Dickerson Irnetta Evans Viola Tyson Hazel Moffitt Virginia Mae Shaw Mattie Weir F. D. Caldwell Evans

St Mark Ladies Aid to Sponsor Fashion Show

St Mark Ladies Aid Circle No 3 of St Mark's church will sponsor a fashion show at the church on Tuesday evening April 14 at 8 o'clock. A young misses popularity contest accompanies the event with contestants Margaret Smith Juanita Gaskin Margaret McKain Magella Winchester Alice Bynum Eloise Bogar Panda Bouleware Frankie Hall and Mildred Robinson.

Ladies Aid Circle No. 3 St. Mark's Church Margaret Smith Juanita Gaskin Margaret McKain Magella Winchester Alice Bynum Eloise Bogar Panda Bouleware Frankie Hall Mildred Robinson

Walker announce birth of daughter Sally Jean

Mr and Mrs George Walker of 1207 Pearson street announce the birth of a daughter Sally Jean on March 28. Before marriage Mrs Walker was Miss Janie Thompson of Hobson street.

George Walker Pearson Street Sally Jean Walker Janie Thompson Hobson Street

Leonard Street P T A to Meet Tuesday

Leonard Street school Parent Teachers Association will hold its March meeting in the school auditorium Tuesday evening at 7 30 oclock. Parents are invited to attend.

Leonard Street

William Penn Senior Class Presents Faculty Recital

The William Penn high school senior class staged a faculty recital at Friday morning assembly. The program included prayers, scripture, piano, talks on the school history and applied science, and several vocal solos by Mrs. Griffin Mrs. Wilson Miss Foust J W Yokely A Griffin J Reid and Thomas Smith. Fairview P T A March meeting featured a Citizenship play by the Citizenship club and a Parent-Teacher social.

William Penn William Penn High School Parent-Teachers Association of Fairview S8 Citizenship Club

Uruguay Ranks Near Russia in Government Business Control

A report places Uruguay close to Russia in measures of government control over business activity. The ranking highlights state influence and regulatory oversight affecting firms and investments.

Uruguay Russia

Tenis finals set in River Oaks tourney tossup matchup

Bryant seeks a repeat title as he faces Wilmer son in the 1986 River Oaks final. The match unites two United States Davis Cup stalwarts before later week intercontinental duties. Allison crushes Sur face 6 1 6 4 6 1 in singles while Grant defeats Hall 6 2 6 1 7 4. Budge and Mako loom strong for a doubles upset bid against Van Ryn.

Houston Tex Bryant Wilmerson Atantan Allison

Cooper Leads Augusta Tournament By Five Strokes

Rain and waterlogged greens fail to slow Light Horse Harry Cooper who held a five stroke edge at the Augusta National Invitation after 36 holes. Bobby Jones struggled with 78 and 78 in the first 36, while Cruickshank Shute and others trailed within striking distance of Cooper's 70-69 138.

Augusta Harry Cooper Chicago Bobby Jones Cooper Bobby Cruickshank Richmond Wee Scott Jones Denny Shute Boston Professornals Cruickshank Shute Gene Sarazeny Craig Wood New York Horton Smith Ky Laffoon Paul Runyan White Plains N. Y al Espinosa Mexico City

Roundup: Odds and sports chatter from New York AP

AP reports a mix of odds on Jack Doyle and Cleveland at four to one as well as colorful notes on wrestlers and skaters. Boston Garden manager George Brown cites Sonja Heinie’s projected earnings and a show featuring Heen Wille Moody. Wes Ferrer complains about the Red Sox’s pep.

Associated Presse Sports New York Jack Doyle Cleveland al Schacht Heen Wille Moody Wes Ferrer Red Sox

Local sports notes on Evans and college stars

Wilmerding Y M C A guard Tommy Evans scored 25 points to break the garden’s scoring record. Babe Young of Fordham is drawing scouting attention while Phog Allen in Kansas shows surprising youth. Brooklyn’s George Harnshaw may be the season’s top comeback after a 11 inning two hit effort against Detroit and the Yankees.

Collitech Iustace Tommy Evans Wilmerding

Lawson Little Ends Amateur Run At Cleveland Startling Finale

Lawson Little concluded his amateur run in Cleveland last September after achieving four straight wins described as simon pure. At a recent basketball coaches meeting Al McClellan of Providence College proposed four years without rule changes, provoking startled reactions and a failed motion.

Lawson Little Cleveland Simon Pure al McClellan Providence College

Identity Sought in Marshall Rail Fatality

Authorities sought to identify a white man about 72 who was fatally struck by a Southern Railway freight near Marshall yesterday. Papers found in his pocket bore the name George Burton Spartanburg S.C.

Marshall Southern Railway George Burton Spartanburg

Elephants retain tusks as permanent teeth

The tusks of elephants are enduring, non shedding teeth. They grow continuously and are not lost and replaced like other teeth, remaining a constant feature throughout the animal’s life.

Subjects For Holy Week Services At Church Announced

Holy Week services set for 7 30 pm at First Evangelical and Re formed church with theme The Face of Jesus Christ. Rev Hoy L Fesperman opens with The Resoluteness of that Face followed by The Compassion of that Face The Radiance of that Face The Glory of that Face and The Suffering of that Face. Public invited.

First Evangelical and Reformed Church Jesus Christ

Mathematicians to Meet at South Carolina This April

Mathematicians from several states are expected to attend the 14th annual Southeastern section meeting of the Mathematical Association of America at the University of South Carolina in Columbia on April 17 and 18.

MEPRT Columbia 8. C Severa States Southeastern Section Mathematical Association of America University of South Carolina

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