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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1937

Page

5

Liner Battle Friday Night At UNC Cage Clash

The Maryland Terrapins visit Chapel Hill to face the North Carolina Tar Heels in a key Southern Conference bout. The Terps showcase star players Wheeler Waters McCarthy Keller and G. Gue, aiming to reverse a tough road record and continue a string of strong showings against rivals.

N. C Raleigh Carolina Duke Blue Devils Washington Lee Gener Terps Wheeler al Waters John McCarthy Omas Charlie Keller Bill Gue George D Quinterps Washollege Hopkins Ashington Phantoms Maryland

Sarazen backs 14 club rule change impact

In Florida on January 27 the golf legend Sarazen discussed the United States 14 club rule with a writer. He supported the policy citing help for older players and noted Brookfield Conn. pro Squire Conn has reduced his bag to 22 clubs. He warned younger players will need time to adjust and old favorites may lose a handicap as the rule takes effect in 1938.

Tobacco Price Report From Winston-Salem Auction

Local tobacco dealer T A Chestnut and B E Payne of Burton reported strong prices in Winston-Salem. Sales ranged from 35 to 80 pound lots, totaling 170 at top figures. many lots sold at 66 to 64 cents, with other prices including 46 to 84 cents for various weights.

High Point T. A. Chestnut Street B. BE. Payne Burton Winston-Salem Payne

Walter Virginia Dare Memorial Coins Distributed

25 000 Sir Walter Virginia Dare Memorial dollars issued to commemorate the 350th anniversary of the Roanoke Island colony. Coins honor the child born in America and mark the ill fated venture. Preparations mention flying boats capable of over 60 passengers for a future service.

Sir Walter Virginia Dare Lars Virginia Dare America Island

Pastor Ready For Bout With Louis At Madison Square Garden

Bob Pastor declares training complete and says he is prepared to stand or fall in the ten round or less bout with Joe Louis at Madison Square Garden. Despite expert odds he remains confident and points to his upset potential reflected by past betting against Louis.

New York Bob Pastor Joe Louis Madison Square Garden Pastor Detroit Max Schmeling Louis

Women players face opposition in golf championship

At Punta Gorda Florida January 27 1930s text notes Patty Berg defending title and Helen Hicks trophy while matching against Helen Detweiler Maryland champion Jean Bauer New York state champ and Helen Hockenjos New Jersey champion join. Medalist Kathryn Hemp Hill Columbia meets Carrie Seay Fort Myers as first round continues. Jane Cothran Greenville South Carolina another first round winner faces Al Nelson Sarasota.

Punta Gorda Fra Patty Berg Minneapolis Helen Hicks Helen Detweiler Washington Maryland Jean Bauer Providence R. I New York Helen Hockenjos New Jersey Kathryn Hemphill Columbia S. C Carrie Seay Fort Myers Jane Cothran Greenville al Nelson Sarasota

Cavaliers Fall To Tar Heels 33 19 In Chapel Hill

In Chapel Hill last night the Virginia Cavaliers lost to North Carolina 33 19 as coach Walter Skidmores White Phantoms held the guests to three field goals in the first half and five points in the second half. Elon defeated Atlantic Christian 50 27 and Carson Newman beat Appalachian Teachers 37 35.

Charlotte University of Virginia Cavaliers North Carolina Raleigh N. C. State Chapel Hill Walter Skidmore White Phantoms Dr. Ray Sermon Elon Atlantic Christian Carson Newman Tennessee

Tobacco control bill introduced in South Carolina House

In Columbia SC, January 27, Rep Stanley Bryant of Horry pushed a bill to create state and county commissions to regulate flue cured tobacco production and marketing. Rep W C Graham of Florence doubted passage without North Carolina leading.

Columbia 8. C South Carolina House of Representatives North Carolina Stanley Bryant Horry W. C. Graham Florence

Plans Completed For Purchase Of Randolph Lands

Robert McNeill assistant United States district attorney completed arrangements for a federal payment of 12 847 for 2 4661 acres in Randolph county as part of the Uwharrie unit of Pisgah National Park. Final order must be submitted to Judge Johnson J Hayes.

Greensboro Robert §. McNeill United States District Attorney Randolph County Uwharrie Pisgah National Park Johnson J. Hayes

Emory F. Stone Trial Opens in Lumberton Murder Case

In Lumberton on January 27 the defense pressed its testimony in the second degree murder trial of Emory F. Stone, 62, charged in the death of his wife Jessie Stone. Jessie was found unconscious on a highway near Barnesville after a December 5 incident.

Lumberton Emory F. Stone Jessie Stone

Greensboro suffers first setback in Charlotte game

High Point Bisons dominate Winston-Salem 22-7 as Greensboro loses to Charlotte 29-21. Evans twins Lloyd and Floyd and Meisky anchor defense holding Winston to two field goals. Idol leads Point with six points. The Bisons prepare for a dangerous trip to Greensboro.

Black Bisons High Point High School Winston-Salem Charlotte High Greensboro High Five Bisons Twin City Evans Twins Lloyd and Floyd Dick Meisky George Marsh Winston Charles Idol Grover Farr Floyd Evans Greensboro Gate City Boys Charlotte Idol Lomy iMarsh

W. T. Richardson Safe Amid Evansville Floods

W T Richardson formerly of this city now Evansville Regal Furniture manager reports from the flood zone that he and a crew occupy the factory second floor with beds food and supplies. The first floor sits three feet under water ten miles from the river while they build boats. Evansville and southern Indiana are under martial law.

W. T. Richardson Regal Furniture Company Evansville Ind Richardson Regal Mr. Richardson

Former Thomasville Resident Killed in Auto Accident

William Andrew Jarvis, formerly of Thomasville now living in New York, is reported killed in a vehicle crash near Richmond Virginia while traveling to visit his father Henry G. Jarvis. The body will be brought to Thomasville for funeral arrangements likely Thursday with burial at Fork Church in Davie County. Surviving are his wife of New York, his father, and a sister Grace Jarvis of Thomasville.

Enterprise Thomasville William Andrew Jarvis New York Richmond Henry G. Jarvis Fork Church Davie County Grace Jarvis

Officers Re-Elected at Carolinas Hospital Saving Meet

Chapel Hill report on the first annual meeting of the Hospital Saving association of the Carolinas notes about 20,000 members and a $15,000 surplus. All officers were re-elected.

Chapel Hill Jan Hospital Saving Association of the

Champion Marshall Restores Wrestling To Wrestlers

Everett Marshall, wrestling’s leading figure, is praised for returning focus to true grappling over showmanship. The piece lauds his mastery of the full Nelson and notes his influence on Promoter Al Hart and the sport’s old-school ethos.

Marshall Harry Grayson Earl Craddock Farmer Burns Everett Marshall al Hart Columbus John Pesek Jim Browning Dick Shikat Jim McMillen Rockies Ernest Everett Marshal Sonnenbergs O'Mahonys Ali Babas Tom Jenkins Ed Strangler Lewis Earnest Everett

Vines Beats Perry In Cross Country Series Lead

Ellsworth Vines the California tennis ace won the latest cross country match in the series against Briton Fred Perry in Richmond. Vines defeated Perry 6-3 3-6 6-4 to go one up after eleven duels with five wins each.

Richmond Ellsworth Vines California Fred Perry Vines Perry

Boxing Roundup: Wins and a Draw Across Cities

In St Petersburgh Amos Tiger outpointed Ray Lyle. In Houston George Salvadore stopped Jackie Burke. In West Palm Beach Melio Bettina fought Leroy Brown to a draw while Tony Petroskey outpointed Billy Sharkey in Worcester.

Associated Press ST. Petersburg Fila Amos Tiger Sapula Okla Ray Lyle Akron Houston Tex George Salvadore Jackie Burke Ogden Utah West Palm Beach Fla Melio Bettina New York Leroy Brown Charleston Drew Tony Petroskey Michigan Billy Sharkey Worcester Mass

Grappling Greats Highlight Favorite Wrestling Holds

The Humboldt Farmer perfected a toe hold to win and intimidate opponents. Caddock relied on head scissors and wristlock, Letcher used body scissors to force submissions, while the Dodge fly demon used a fierce tongue and sinewy strength. The modern Lewis favored the headlock.

Frank Goteh Humboldt Farmer Caddock Joe Letcher Tong Sinewey Lewis Big Badger

Nap Lajoie Credits Breaks and Luck in Baseball

Napoleon Lajoie, newly inducted into Baseball's Hall of Fame, credits luck and breaks for his niche. The 61-year-old star recalls his nickname The Daring Frenchman and recalls studying pitchers to steal bases. He names Ty Cobb as the greatest of the past and Lou Gehrig as today's standout, praising Gehrig's 12-year consecutive games streak.

Lake Worth Fra Jenee LaJoie Baseball Hall of Fame Nap Ty Cobb Lou Gehrig Yankees

Diamont Leads Individual Scorers In Amateur League

Thom asville reports over 700 raised for Flood Relief Fund. Diamont of Younts Laflin leads scoring with 63 points while Heiser of Adams-Millis has 50 and Stroud of Globe Parlor 49 as Thursday games loom. Local Red Cross quota exceeded amid early misprint of 800.

Thomasville American Red Cross Red Cross R. B. Carpenter Maurice Mills Standard Chair Co Diamont Younts & Laflin Hardware Club Heiser Adame-Millis Stroud Globe Parlor Younts Loflin Red Top Adams-Millis Harriss-Covington Highland BIG Ten Gem Diamont Younts-Loflin Parlowe Harriss-Cov Raper Ridge Maust B. Anderson Johnson Harriss A Whitt

Eleven Divorces Set for Randolph Court Term

Asheboro January 27 Eleven divorce cases head the civil actions for Randolph County Superior Court's two week term starting February 1 with Judge Felix Alley presiding. The December term heard 22 divorces. January licenses total nine, December had 29. November had 17 licenses and no divorces.

Asheboro Randolph County

Hudson seal fur trade name definition

The Hudson seal is the trade name used for common muskrat fur dressed to resemble seal, describing a specific fur product.

Wrestling Holds and Power Dominate the Ring

The article praises powerful grapplers who press and squeeze for decisive wins. It notes Pesek and Jim Londos using varied holds, emphasizes balance leverage and timing, and highlights Everett Marshall as a model of old fashioned wrestling technique.

Pesek Jim Londos Everett Marshall

Pope Pius XI Suffers Recurrent Pain But Improves

Vatican from Vatican City reports Pope Pius XI experienced new attacks of pain in the early hours but attendants say it does not erase the hopeful improvement seen last week.

Vatican City Pius XI Vatican

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