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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1926
Page
8
The Purple Panthers of High Point College prepare for a Saturday night showdown against Guilford College. After a tough road stretch in Virginia the Panthers return rested and ready to press the pursuit of blood in a tightly contested home clash. Guilford visits amid strong local support and a wave of Guilford students expected to fill the arena.
Steve DBicili, guard for the Panthers, leads the unit opposite De Marco on Cathedral's fast Chicago tourney team. A field general at 178 pounds, he helped cap Lakes Conference and earned all Northwestern guard honors alongside teammates.
Johnny Dundee veteran of 342 fights headlines a ten round bout at Madison Square Garden facing Jo Ghek of New York. Ghek has beaten Hiss ny Kramer of Philadelphia and Finnegan of Boston in recent tests. Dundee aims to regain a featherweight title but odds favor the rising challenger.
Panther guard Bozo De Marco, noted for strength and skill, draws national attention as his team eyes pivotal games this season. The standout player continues to strengthen his reputation amid intense league action and regional clashes.
Tonight the High Point boys basketball team faces Greensboro as the two rivals clash for the second time this season. The first game ended 16 to 42 in favor of Greensboro after a tight finish, with High Point eager for revenge and both squads in strong form for the anticipated battle on home court.
A Washington man asserts his dog Samelies can learn to shoot pool, warning that he will pursue the skill if challenged. Public reaction unclear. no evidence of formal training or competition reported.
A Taylorville radio report states Elsie was arrested on a charge related to deserting a baby. The incident centers on a local distress case with law enforcement involvement and ensuing detention.
A fragmented note recounts Ruth riding in a cycle car and a bump at fifty five with a playful line about Ruthlessly. It also mentions Punch Mercereau, a champion woman pugilist, planning a southern tour and muses about Swampy Thrasher in High Point.
A sharp metaphor questions clarity of a Greek insurance policy written in Chinese by a blind-folded heifer with St Vitus dance, illustrating confusion and distrust in the dispute.
In a colorful game scene two men exchange bold racial banter over gambling stakes. One player shouts for a bet as another exposes a roll of money, prompting a sharp reply and a moment of humorous racism in the informal setting.
Panthers face a handicap on the eve of Guilford game as examinations halted practice. The team returned from Virginia trip with all players seemingly ready, and Coach Boylin expects a strong performance Saturday night.
HARLIE CARROLL a former GreenSboro pilot and last season leader of the Winston-Salem Twins has signed to manage the Monroe Louisiana Cotton States league club. He eyes Swampy Thrasher for his roster but Thrasher asks too high a price for a Class D league. He also cites heat in the Cotton States country as a reason to refuse.
Editorial argues against restricting baseball contracts for college players while suggesting broader limits. It asserts no greater crime in advising undergraduates to earn a living via baseball than steering them to coaching, office work, or sales roles.
Carolina wrestling faces a tough test as they host Concord Y M C A on Saturday night in Chapel Hill. Coach Quinlan’s Tar Heels seek a repeat of their prior season win over the strong opponent, aiming to build on their season opening victory.
The Duke of Spero William Morgan Eldridge visited E. K Ingram's market in Guilford County yesterday. He traded quail and hens with local merchants, invited the crowd to a chicken dinner, and spoke of continuing his baseball duties while planning a return to dine at his castle.
Dr J G Burrus of High Point Hospital has returned home after a period away for medical care and recovery.
January 29 AP report from New Orleans notes 13 of 22 conference members at .500 or better through January 27. Maryland leads with four wins, North Carolina, Kentucky, Virginia and Auburn each with one win. Ole Miss on a six game streak. Tulane, Georgia Tech, Clemson mix results as race to Atlanta for the tournament tightens.
The Broadhurst presents Madam Behave with Julian Eltinge and Ann Pennington in leading roles supported by at least ten comedians. The program includes the seventh episode of Wild West and a new Fox News. No extra admission charge.
The total miles of hard surfaced roads in the United States approach the 600 thousand threshold as officials tally expansion and maintenance across states. Authorities note growth tied to postwar infrastructure efforts and urban development demands.
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