Thomas Mills and Public Service Clash In Night Doubleheader
High Point amateurs Thomas Mills and Public Service arrange a Willis Park doubleheader tonight at 8 with extra action tomorrow. Thomas Mills beat Thomasville Mills Home 14 6 yesterday as Slade, Weat and Yow led the offense with three singles each.
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Young angler hooks bass duck in single cast
Indianapolis boy Jack Schneider nephew of Detective Chief Fred Simon shows him fishing skill by landing several bass and a duck in one sequence. The duck seized the lure, was reeled in, and freed when the father rowed out to remove the bait.
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Jack Schneider
Fred Simon
Jack
Chicks Ordered Confined After Crop Damage Suit
Thomas W. Vance and Frank Timberlake filed a case over chickens crossing into fields. The court awarded $100 damages and issued an injunction requiring the Timberlakes’ chickens to stay at home to prevent further crop damage.
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Rowing Championship In Doubt Japs Sure Of Men's Tank Title
Olympic events near conclusion with rowing finals shaping the field. California's UC eight favored, Britain and Italy strong contenders as finals approach. American swimmers see Ralph Flanagan shine among youth, Elinor Holm wins women's backstroke. Boxing heats bring diverse contenders from US, Argentina, South Africa, Italy. Nat Bor injured leaves US without a lightweight rep.
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American Beauty Wins Backstroke And UK Hockey Victory
British India defended Olympic field hockey championship by beating the United States 24 to 1 to take first place, with Japan second and the United States third. Hungary beat the U S in water polo 7 to 0 as Bob Maas of Holland won dinghy sailing with 85 points to 79 for France.
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Olympic Fights Rule: Boxers Count Time On Canvas
In Los Angeles Olympic boxing, a floored fighter must count himself out while on the floor. Manuel Cruz of Mexico learned the rule after being knocked down by Carmen Barth of Chicago. Cruz waited for the count of nine to rise as the referee remained silent and the timekeeper continued the ticking.
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Right to jury trial traced to 1216
The text notes that the right of trial by jury was among fundamental rights won by the English people from King John in 1216.
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Average Talker Speaking Speed Noted
The article notes that the typical speaker averages around 90 words per minute while fast talkers can reach about 150 words per minute.
Probe Of Alleged Gambling In Chicago Club Is Dropped
Chicago Cubs gambling probe dropped amid vague reports of track wagering. Cubs president William Veeck denounced the charges as an outrageous attack with no evidence and defended the team under manager Charlie Grimm as they chase the pennant.
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Winston Adopts High Point As Home For Its Sunday Games
The Winston-Salem Piedmont league club owned by the New York Giants will use Willis Park in High Point as the home ground for all Sunday games. G H Holmes announced the arrangement and the first Sunday game will feature the Greensboro Patriots against the Twins at 3 PM. The series opens in Winston-Salem tonight with games Saturday and Sunday, marking High Point’s first professional Sunday baseball.
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PATS win 10 edge up notch closer to top of league
In Piedmont league action Charlotte stayed two games ahead as Greensboro slipped while Winston Salem beat the Hornets 6 5 in eleven innings. Wilmington defeated Raleigh 9 2 as Lefty Briggs shut down the visitors and Perry Night faltered for the Hornets.
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Joe Martin
Jack Laborne
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All Star Piedmont Team Chosen Amid Fan Dispute
Managers name an all star Piedmont squad with McCrone at first, Kilpatrick at second, Culbreath at third, Snyder at second base, O Mally as utility, Perry and Ostermuller as catchers, and outfielders Perry Wilmington Wilson Charlotte Wolfe Durham Lewis Greensboro. Guy Lacy of Charlotte named manager as players await watch charms.
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Sechrest Gatewood and Y W C A Teams Win Tennis
Sechrest's women tennis squad remained undefeated in the city tournament by beating Gatewood 6 2 and 6 4 after Gatewood defeated High Point Hospital 8 6 and 6 2 The Y W C A team defeated Guilford General Hospital 6 4 and 7 5 in their matchups.
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Bell Wins Sharp Pitching Showdown
Dizeneo pitched effectively as Bell earned the win with strong defense and timely hitting. Umpires Brandon and Kopshaw presided as the game unfolded with competitive innings and a decisive late rally.
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Parole Notice from North Carolina Governor
Notice to all interested parties that Julius Werk may be paroled by Governor Gardner. Oppositions or comments must be filed with the Governor in Raleigh by the specified August date. Public notice advises those who may oppose the parole to submit their complaint or support in writing.
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