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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1949
Page
10
Hi-Toms push Finch Field to top status with landscaping and new features as North State league season opens April 22. Manager Jim Gross aims to boost fan appeal and financial stability while balancing football conflicts. Gruzdis expects a colorful, showplace ballpark and a strong attacking lineup.
The Hi-Toms plan 300 tons of crushed stone to the Finch Field parking area to keep spectators and players out of mud during ball season. Business Manager John Carter notes he serves as secretary and treasurer and expects smoother access next spring.
Hi Tom organization announces the purchase of a full Richmond Indiana farm club roster from the Boston Braves. Fifteen players all with Indiana last summer will report to Hi Toms at Myrtle Beach March 25, classified as rookie or limited service with four veterans already chosen.
Purple Panthers of High Point College face the yellow Mountaineers of Appalachian State Teachers College in a pivotal North State Conference clash. A sellout crowd is expected and WHPE FM will carry the play by play as both teams push toward the Elkin tournament in March.
Wagger's Jewelry beat Ellington's Florist 33 to 25 to move into a share of the City Recreation league lead. Key scorers were Hipps with 10 points and B Motes with 8 as Ellington's trailed at half 13 11. Officials were Knight and Raphael.
The Daily Tar Heel urges teams to be called the Tar Heels naming standards in columns. The basketball team is frequently called the White Phantoms and the swimmers the Blue Dolphins. The Monogram Club may vote on the issue and issue a recommendation.
Detroit, 1911 season saw the Tigers execute three triple plays, a rare feat highlighting sharp defense and quick support from infielders. The sequence showcased exceptional coordination across the infield as outs were completed with rapid, orderly outs.
Burlington High Bulldogs visit High Point to clash with the Black Bison in a Western Class AA basketball contest. High Point seeks rebound after two weekend losses while Burlington aims to extend a strong season and avenge a Thanksgiving football defeat.
In Chicago a three day All American conference session opens amid sealed discussions aimed at halting the pro football war. AAC and NFL leaders including Lindheimer and Ingram attend the closed sessions with no photographers or reporters allowed. The talks seek a ceasefire after losses totaling about eight million dollars across three years.
Tom Nugent named head coach at Virginia Military Institute succeeding Arthur Morton. The 36 year old former Hopewell high school coach signs a two year contract and will bring assistants to Lexington for spring training. Nugent has a multi sport background and a 248 33 1 coaching record across all sports.
Bison and Greensboro High wrestle tonight at Gate City at 8 as their second match of the season. Roy Bragg and Jim Finison meet in the feature unlimited class bout while Point High showcases a full 103 to 165 pound lineup led by capt William Seckler.
Syracuse notes a 59 year milestone marking the first city team play in 1889. The fragment references historical sports and local chronology, naming Syracuse as the place and 1889 as the year of origin.
North Carolina State and Furman meet in Greenville to decide the league standings as both hold three wins and no losses. William and Mary upset Hampden Sydney 67 56. Virginia Tech heads to Washington and Lee. Georgia visits South Carolina. Roanoke College plays Virginia Military Institute. All 16 clubs idle Wednesday.
Ike Williams returned to boxing after a two month layoff due to a broken hand and defeated Johnny Bratton by a unanimous 10 round decision before 8015 fans in Philadelphia. Williams took a 7-3 verdict from Judge Lasky, 6-2-2 from Judge Costello, and 5-4-1 from Referee Daggett as Bratton forced a tough, close battle early before fading. Bratton, blood smeared, challenged the champion in the eighth round, while Williams admitted the hand caused some worry but fought effectively with limited right-hand use.
Los Angeles Dons announce the signings of fullback Hosea Rogers and wing back Bob Kennedy from the 1948 North Carolina Tar Heels. Rogers, 26, 198 pounds, and Kennedy, 20, 9.9 second sprinter, are praised by coach Jimmy Phelan as ideal fits for the Dons single wing offense.
Yale football recruiters note the team draws players from 23 states including major programs and smaller regions. The roster reflects broad geographic reach as coaches highlight varied backgrounds and talent contributing to the squad.
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