Judge Landis proposals spark wary view on farm system shifts
The writer weighs Judge Landis ideas for player development after farm systems fade, compares them to his 91 Tiger farmhands ruling, and discusses potential conflicts of interest among Detroit affiliates in Texas League and Evangeline League. He notes concerns about promotions and minor league rulings under Moses of minor league baseball and recalls calls to postpone rulings until 1941.
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Mountaineers topple High Point 62 to 43 in conference clash
Appalachian Mountaineers seized control early with a swift passing attack and held High Point College to a single first half field goal. Danny Miller led a 20 point night for Appalachian as they extended their conference lead while High Point dropped to third behind Elon.
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Judge backs draft rule to raise minor leaguers’ chances
The Judge favors allowing all players in classes below the majors who are not sold by a deadline to be eligible for drafting by a higher classification, a plan aimed at reviving old vigor among minor league players. It would boost incentives and reduce fear of signing contracts, encouraging more hustling as players seek advancement opportunities.
McCoy Eyes Best Offer After Free Agent Status
Benny McCoy, 22, former Detroit Tiger infielder and free agent per Baseball Commissioner Landis, weighs multiple offers from major league clubs. He could choose a deal including a $40,000 bonus from Philadelphia Athletics after Sunday midnight, with meetings planned with Earl Mack, Bill McKechnie, and Larry MacPhail in coming days.
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North Carolinas Swim Team Beats Virginia 45 30 in Charlottesville
North Carolina swimmers defeated Virginia 45 to 30 in Charlottesville avenging a prior loss. The Tar Heel medley relay team of Scheinman Durcker and Meyer set a new pool record in the 300 yard medley at 3 19.5, breaking the old 3 32 record held by Virginia.
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Lesnevich to Meet Conn in Miami Title Bout
Gus Lesnevich will challenge Billy Conn for the light heavyweight world championship in Miami on February 28. Promoter Mike Jacobs announced the bout after Conn defeated Lesnevich in their last summer fight. Jacobs shifted plans from a Sunday Roddy Burdine Stadium scrap to a midweek engagement when the Sunday permit was denied.
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College scorers clash in scattered suey victories
Across multiple venues scores show Catawba topping Lenoir Rhyne 40 22 in Salisbury Virginia Tech fell to Washington and Lee 42 22 at Lexington Duke beat Wake Forest 50 44 in Durham George Tech lost 31 46 at Atlanta Citadel edged William and Mary 36 35 in Charleston North Carolina defeated Navy 44 40 at Annapolis Clemson crushed Maryland 48 30 at Clemson Alabama edged Kentucky 36 32 in Birmingham Virginia beat VMI 29 26 at Charlottesville Tennessee downed Vanderbilt 34 31 at Nashville Elon defeated W C 56 636 in Elon College game notes include several mixed results across other sites.
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College Scores and City Results Summary
At Charleston D C Cit adel 6 percent and Georgia 14 percent. Clemson D C Clemson 6 and VP 1 percent. Charlottesville Va Univ of Virginia 64 percent and North Carolina 1 percent. Washington Catholic 4 percent and Maryland 3 percent.
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Outsider Our Mat Wins $10,000 San Felipe Handicap
Our Mat captured the San Felipe Handicap at Santa Anita, running six furlongs in 1 10 2 5, paying $26.00 to win $14.40 for place and $8.40 for show. Lassator finished second and San Egret third as Seabiscuit and Kayak were withdrawn.
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Allen Jay to Meet Curry in District Class C Final
Allen Jay and Curry High Schools will clash in the District Class C final at Allen Jay Monday night at 7 30. Ingrams All Stars meet Harris Covington in the preliminary game. Officials said ample parking has been cleared of snow for spectators.
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Dizzy Dean Nearing Cubs Contract Deal After Call
Chicago Jan 27 The Chicago Cubs and Dizzy Dean moved closer to a deal after the pitcher called owner Phil Wrigley from Texas seeking more pay if he restored his form. Wrigley agreed and an updated contract will go to Dean next week. Dean had unsigned two offers at 10000 per year and earned 18 wins with a sore arm over the last two seasons.
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Tar Babies Triumph Over Wingate Junior College
North Carolina Tar Babies defeated Wingate Junior College 45 to 28 in Chapel Hill. The win marked their third victory in five starts, with a 23 to 15 halftime lead.
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New Shawk Promoter Battles Wrestler Debates Main Event
Promoter Sergeant L C Mc Mahon faces backlash from Floyd Marshall who questions his semi final placement. Marshall faces Jencho Valdez in a 245 pound semi final while Purple Flash earns top spot to meet John Grandovitch. Johnny Marrs starts the night against Little Beaver in opening bout.
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May Baer offers Galento bout for Finnish relief
Sacramento January 27 May Baer self-styled former pop-off heavyweight champion of the world offered to fight Two-Ton Tony Galento anywhere if proceeds go for Finnish relief. Baer said he is sore at Galento and wants the match as punishment for calling better fighters bums.
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Unemployment Checks Hit Ball Players in Missouri
Ten professional players from St. Louis and Kansas City rosters, including majors, are drawing unemployment insurance in Missouri. Browns official William O. Dewitt and Kansas City club secretary Roy Hamey dispute the payments, with six players named as beneficiaries.
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Hillman Endorses Roosevelt in surprise move
Sidney Hillman vice president of the CIO and head of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers Union endorsed President Roosevelt today, signaling strong labor support in the New York political scene.
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Goldberg wins Metropolitan A A U 1000 yard title in record 2 14.8
Sanford Goldberg known as the flying fireman wins the Metropolitan A A U 1000 yard championship at the 13th Regiment Armory in New York in 2 minutes 14.8 seconds setting a meet record. Gene Venzke trails by three yards as NYU anchors the Swed ish medley relay to a meet record 1 47.1.
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State Ringmen Bow To S C
South Carolina's Gamecocks defeated North Carolina State 7 to 1 in seven boxing matches. Only NC State earned a point on a default in the 175 pound class. Olin McDonald won the opening 120 pound bout from Jimmy Coll by technical knockout in 1 minute 8 seconds of the second round.
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Longshot wins Miami Beach Handicap at Hialeah Park
J. B. Partridge's longshot Sandy Boot captured the Miami Beach Handicap at Hialeah Park in Miami Florida paying 25.20 for 2 dollars. The seven year old finished two lengths ahead to earn a 5110 purse in the nation’s richest grass race. Many Stings and Counterpoise placed with Dolly Val finishing fourth among 15 runners.
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Stand in Opposition to Chief CIO President John L. Lewis
A report notes a stand in open opposition to CIO leader John L. Lewis by an unnamed faction within the union. The clash signals internal strain within the organization during tense labor disputes.
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Parks to defend AAU 121pound title in Greensboro
Charlie Parks of High Point and Appalachian State Teachers College will defend his Carolinas AAU 121 pound wrestling title at the AAU tournament in Greensboro on Monday and Tuesday. He then faces Frankie Burgess of Franklin and Marshall in Lancaster on February 5 and meets the national YMCA champion in Baltimore on February 6. Parks has 15 amateur titles and has not lost a dual meet in eight years.
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Cocks Edge Presbyterian 35 to 30 in late rally
South Carolina's Gamecocks surged in the second half to defeat Presbyterian 35-30 in Clinton. The game was tied 16-16 at halftime before SC untied the score with a strong defense and key scores from Evans and Meisky leading the way.
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Bramham Silent On Landis Farm Plan
Durham January 27 President W G Bramham head of the minors declined to comment on K M Landis plan as a substitute for baseballs farm system. He said the plan results from long observation and study and requires thorough study before comment.
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North Carolina Wins 45 30 Over Virginia In Charlottesville
College swimming event in Charlottesville Virginia sees North Carolina defeat Virginia 45 to 30. Key swimmers set pace as ACC rival meet unfolds with NC earning the victory on the road.
Middies Hold Nar Carolina Undefeated Tar Heels In Tight Navy Clash
Navy pushes North Carolina to 44–40 in Annapolis, the Tar Heels first to score under 50 this season. Ackley and Shaffer spark Navy late, Glamack leads Carolina with 14 points and Howard adds 13 as UNC preserves a 13 game win streak.
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Virginia Cavaliers overwhelm Tar Heels in boxing meet
Virginia's boxing team beat North Carolina 6 to 1 in Charlottesville before about 5,000 fans. Captain Truman Southall sparked the parade with a second round KO, as Virginia claimed its seventeenth straight win over its old rival, with decisions and TKOs across the weight classes.
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