Central Carolina Golden Gloves Meet Dates Announced
The Amateur Athletic Union will sanction the High Point Central Carolina Golden Gloves with events set for March 2 3 and 4 at High Point Arena and March 16 17 18 for the Carolinas AAU meet. Winners advance to Chicago with expenses paid. Coach Barry Bolick Jr will supervise training at the Salvation Army gym.
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Central Carolina
High Point
Amateur Athletic Union of America
Wrenn Street
Loft
Carolinas A. A
Golden Glove
Highoint
Parks and Play Round Commission
A Bailey
High Point Golden Gloves
Golden Loves
Thomasville
Lexngton
Kernersville
Asheboro
Greensboro
Carolinas
A. U
Chicago
Ill
Aitle
Barry Bolick, Jr
E Salvation Army Gymnasium
McLarnin to Box Again Before Retirement
A compact sports roundup notes Jimmy McLarnin will fight once more before retiring his gloves. It mentions Tony Canzoneri stepping in as Barney Ross' top challenger and other scattered sports happenings from baseball to boxing and college athletics.
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Eddie Brietz
Associated Press
New York
Jimmy McLarnin
Tony Canzoneri
Barney Ross
Braves
Billy Evans
Carolina Alumni Meet Seeks Action on Graham Plan
High Point UNC alumni chapter meets at 7:30 p.m. in City Hall court room to discuss Dr. Frank Graham's proposed athletic subsidy plan and potential impact on financial aid for athletes. They may also address transferring the Engineering school to North Carolina State College and plan resolutions to send to Graham or the alumni office.
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High Point
University of North Carolina
City Hall Municipal Court Room
Frank Graham
Graham
Greater University
Don C. McRae
North Carolina State College
Raleigh
Newman Dawkins Battle Promises Famous Holds At Arena
Smiling Pat Newman faces Scotty Dawkins in the opening pro bout promoted by Curtis Denning. Dick Powell meets Cowboy Luttrall in the closing match as fans expect a rough brawl. Boxing veteran Powell recently defeated Luttrall here by pin then disqualification. The arena opens at 7 15 with the show starting at 8 30.
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Pat Newmen
Scotty Dawkins
Nova Scotia
Powell
Luttrall
Denning
Newman
Dawkins
Pet
Marsh Captures First Half Crown in Amateur League
Marsh Furniture edged Harriss Covington 28 to 20 at halftime and rallied in the second half to win the first half title of the Amateur Basketball League. Brooks led the winners with Everhart and Bouldin close behind. Johnson top-scored for the losers as Globe Parlor and Amos Millis Pointers trailed in other showings.
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Marsh Furniture Company
Det Harriss-Covington
Ta Coceanaha Ata
Globe Parlor
Pointer
Harriss- Covington
Marsh
Brooks
Everhart
Bouldin
Johnson
Briggs
Byrd
Adame-Millis
Amos
Hedrick
Rissom
Brown
Highland
Tomlinson
Anderson Boys
Newsom
Eersssee
SS Vogle
Salake
Oe Smith Gs
Sas
Bighland
Womlinsen
Marlette
Cooper
Hester
Ueseere Jarrett
Eeeeeter Grigg
Rogers
Seeee Gere
Kearns
Oovs Sarees Watkins
Adams Millis
Barrier
Johnston
Isos
Pierce
Whitley
Ee Whellis G
Fener Tevee
Diamont
Eldridge
Ftax
Harris and
Cov
Thomas
Marsh — Adams-Millis Pointers
Harris-Covington
Collins
Hoover
Ee Seete
McDowell
Eereee
Lily
Shook
Eeneee
Demolay
Ragan
Dilfendal
Hughes
Thornburn Wee Hutton
Globe Parior
Parlow
Adams-Millis
Edwards
Assene
Royals
Wall
Osee
Roland
Shelton
Amos Byrd F
Eere Grissom
A. M
Ald
Renee
Comeback Feature Match Set at Local Arena
Tries Comeback Cowboy Lauttrall faces Dick Powell in a pivotal comeback bout at the local arena tonight in a feature wrestling match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Powell
Cowboy Luttrall
Cowboy Lauttrall
Fall of Niagara Falls Measured as Energy Equivalent
The water’s descent at Niagara Falls is described as releasing energy equal to burning a ton of coal each second, illustrating the immense power of the waterfall.
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Niagara Falls
Seasonal Spike in Auto Accidents Reported
Data indicate higher automobile accidents occur in September October and November than in other seasons. Analysts cite increased travel and transitional weather as contributing factors.
White Hopes Set for Madison Square Garden Card
At Madison Square Garden tonight a hoped for heavyweight challenge to Dusky Joe Louis looms as Andre Lenglet makes his American debut against Hans Birkie in the main ten rounder. Frankie Connelly faces Jorge Brescia in a six round bout as Eddie Simms battles Charlie Massera and Bob Paster meets Al Delaney. Jock McAvoy signs for a title bout with John Henry Lewis on April 3 following state approval.
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New York
Madison Square Garden
Joe Louis
France
Andre Lenglet
Hans Birkie
Frankie Connelly
Boston
Jorge Brescia
Argentina
7 Lenglet
Garden
Tommy Loughran
Birkie
Jimmy Braddock
Jimmy
Louis
Connelly
Brescia
Neith
Eddie Simms
Cleveland
Charlie Massera
Pittsburgh
Bob Paster
al Delaney
Jock McAvoy
John Henry Lewis
the Garden
New York State Athletic Commission
McAvoy
England
Industrial League doubleheader decides first half title
The Y M C A hosts a doubleheader with the Triangle vs American Bakeries for the first half crown and then the Triangle face Kannapolis in a likely hard fought rematch. Allen Jay meets Adams Millis at 2 15. Thomasville Chair plays High Point Paper Box at 3.
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Y. Triangles
Kannapolis
American Bakeries
Allen Jay
Adams-Millis
Thomasville
Earnshaw Predicts Dodgers To Stand Out In Loop Race
Brooklyn pitcher George Earnshaw projects the Dodgers to be among the five NL contenders in 1940. He cites the arrival of Brandt and a strong mound staff led by Brandt, Mungo, Clark, Babich and himself as key factors. Loss of catcher Al Lopes not seen as critical.
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Earnshaw
Dodgers
Hot Springs
Ark
George Ernshaw
Brooklyn
Hot Spring Mountain
Chicago
St. Louis
Pittsburgh
New York
Brandt
Mungo
Clark
Babich
George
Flatbush Boys
al Lopes
Southern Meeting Of Friends To Be Started Saturday
The Southern Quarterly Meeting of Friends Conservative will be held at Friendsville near Raméeur on Saturday and Sunday January 25 and 26. Ministers from other states are expected and the public is invited. Services begin each morning at 11 o clock. Porpoises once thought fish in Europe are mammals per science.
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Southern Quarterly Meeting of Friends
Friendsville
Rameeur
Ships Launched Backwards to Help Right Themselves
The practice reverses launches so the broader hull aft aids the vessel’s self righting tendency. This technique aims to stabilize ships early and reduce capsizing risk during initial water entry.
Phillies Skippers Open For Trading In Spring Meetings
Philadelphia executives Jimmy Wilson Gerry Nugent and the Phillies say they will trade any player if the deal is profitable at the upcoming spring meetings. Wilson refused to name names but hinted that Dolph Camilli and Curt Davis could be involved in potential deals.
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Philadelphia
Jimmy Wilson
Gerry Nugent
National League Phillies
Phillies
Wilson
Dolph Camilli
Curt Davis
Two Champs Repeat In Raleigh Tourney
Ben Mayfield retained the flyweight title with a second round knockout of Archie Griffin. Grover Phipps retained the lightweight crown by decision over Howard Hettrick in Raleigh at the North Carolina Golden Gloves tournament.
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Raleigh
Ben Mayfield
Grover Phipps
Mayfield
Archie Griffin
Robersonville
Phipps
Howard Hettrick
Elizabeth City
Proper Tool to Remove Cylinder Head Bolts Risking Spark Plug End Breakage
Guidance on using the correct tool to remove cylinder head bolts and avoid breaking the spark plug end. Emphasizes selecting appropriate socket size and avoiding forceful twisting that could damage components.
Intake manifold kept at winter running temperature reduces gum deposits
Keeping the intake manifold at winter running temperature can lower gum deposits on intake valves by reducing resin buildup and fuel varnish. The practice aims to maintain cleaner ports and improve air flow for smoother operation.
Bisons Face Wildcats In Key Western Conference Showdown
High Point Bisons clash with Charlotte Wildcats tonight at 8 in a pivotal Western Conference battle. Both teams remain undefeated in the league as fans pack the local court in a clash of stars including Aitken Skipper Brock Hartley Meisky Sprye and the Hartley brothers.
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Black Bisons
High Point High School
Charlotte High Wildcats
Charlotte
High Point
Wade Marlette
Bisons
Aitken
Skipper
Brock
Hartley Brothers
Walter Sprye
Dick Meisky
Causey
Charlotte Pas
E. Hartley Skipper
B. Hartley Brock
North Carolina teams prep for key basketball showdowns
North Carolina's White Phantoms face Virginia at Charlottesville tonight as Duke meets NC State in Raleigh tomorrow. UNC beat VMI 43 21 on a three night trip paced by Captain Jim McCracken and Paul Kaveny.
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Charlotte
North Carolina
White Phantoms
University of Virginia
Charlottesville
Raleigh
Duke
N. C. State
Tar Heels
Virginia Military Academy
Lexington
Jim McCracken
Paul Kaveny
Carolina
Phantoms
Maryland
College Park
Red Terrors
Billy Huiskamp
Blue Devil
Durham
Eddie Cameron
Joe Riley
Huiskamp
Blue Devils
Western Carolina Teachers
High Point
Catawba
Salisbury
Seals Hope to Sell Rookie Brooks Holder at Big Price
San Francisco Seals fans hear the team may sell Brooks Holder to a major league club for a sizable sum. Otis Crandall, Des Moines manager, calls Holder the best young Western League player. Holder, age 20, shows muscular build and speed, likely to be fastest on the San Francisco club this season.
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San Francisco
San Francisco Seals
Brooks Holder
Otis
Doc) Crandall
Des Moines
Crandall
Holder
Heated windshield wiper clears snow in two minutes
A new electrically heated windshield wiper heats quickly, reaching an effective temperature in two minutes to clear away snow and ice. The design aims to improve visibility and performance in winter conditions.
New Metal Shield Reduces Rear View Mirror Glare
A newly developed metal shield for the rear view mirror eliminates glare from headlights behind, improving night driving visibility and safety for drivers.
UNC Alumni Oppose Graham Eligibility Supplement
Greensboro on January 24 reports the local UNC alumni chapter voted to abandon the Graham athletic eligibility supplement to the Southern Conference code. A resolution opposing the measure was adopted at a meeting of about 100 alumni.
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Greensboro
University of North Carolina
Graham
Southern Conference
Panthers Edge Catamounts 51 49 in tense finish
High Point Panthers survive a late rally by Western Carolina Catamounts to win 51 to 49 in a tense home game. Broadus Culler led with 19 points tying Woodward for top scoring, as Elon next hosts the Panthers after a 5 1 run in conference play.
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High Point
Western Carolina Catamounts
Purple Panther
Broadus Culler
Woodward
Catamount Star
High Point College
Panthers
Martin
Towery
Elon College
Elon
Greensboro Host To Handball Tourney
Handball players from North Carolina Virginia and Georgia arrived in Greensboro to compete in the Southern handball tournament opening at the Greensboro YMCA. The event linked to the Southern physical directors association annual meeting runs two days ending Saturday afternoon.
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Greensboro
North Carolin
Virginia
Georgia
Greensboro Y. M. C. A
Southern Physical Directors Association
Leaves as the Source of Tree Growth
The text explains that all tree growth originates from the leaves and that every molecule of food is prepared in the starch factory within a green leaf. It outlines the leaf’s central role in photosynthesis and nutrient production.
Slow Engine Start Needed for Even Piston Expansion
The text warns that starting the engine slowly is essential to ensure pistons and cylinders expand evenly, preventing uneven wear and potential motor damage. It emphasizes gradual acceleration to protect engine longevity.
Final Services For Industrialist Will Be Held Saturday
Rocky Mount, Jan. 24. Funeral services for Thomas Hall Battle 76 industrialist who died of heart disease will be held Saturday morning at the top church. Battle chaired the Rocky Mount mills board and was son of Dr Kemp Battle UNC president 1876 1888. He served as Rocky Mount mayor and led the school board 34 years. Survived by his third wife two sons four daughters and a brother.
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Rocky Mount
Thomas Hall Battle
Battle
Rocky Mount Mills
Kemp Battle
University of North Carolina
State Bankers Association
Driver reaction times in danger prompt brake delay
Minnesota Public Safety Committee tests show even expert drivers need more than half a second to brake once a danger is visible. This finding highlights the split second needed for decision making and vehicle control in emergency situations.
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Minnesota Public Safety Committee
Motorcycles in Austria Use Two-Piston Engine Blocks
A large number of motorcycles in Austria employ engines with two pistons per cylinder, indicating a distinctive two piston per cylinder design dominant in the region. This setup may affect performance, maintenance, and production trends within local motorcycle markets.
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Austria
1936 license plates to feature black with orange or yellow
The upcoming license plates will predominantly use a black background accented by orange or yellow. This color scheme will be adopted by nine U S states and three Canadian provinces, marking a notable regional design choice for 1936 registrations.
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Central Golden Gloves
Frank Barfield
Bill Terry
Cotton State League
Mags
Bill
Greenwood
Southern
Tulane
Ray Morrison
Vanderbilt
Dan McGugin
Vandy
McGugin
Morrison
Ford Frick
National League
Johnny LaRowe
High Point Chapter
Dr. Graham
Dawkins Battle
Harriss-Covington
Adams-Millis Pointers
White
al McCoy
Babe Risko
Lewis
Arizona
West
Bob Olin
Maxie Rosenbloom
Industrial League
Southern Meeting’ of Friends
Europe
Wildcat
Eeca
Duke Tilt
State
BIG Price
Catamounts
Jarrett
High Point Cs
Culler
Humphrey
Booth
Brinkley
W. c. Fc
Love
Hackney
Unc
Becae
Cowboy’ Luttral
239 Mae
W. Va
Pat Newman
U. S. Navy
Abe
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