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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
2
In New York promoters and fans rally for Primo Carnera against Max Baer in Madison Square Garden. Anticipated crowd reaches up to 60 000 with a near 400 000 dollar gate as betting odds favor Carnera in the 15 round title bout tonight.
Sentiment favors Baer after charges by Boxing Commissioner Brown questioned Carnera’s readiness. Skepticism grows over Carnera’s throat and nerves while fans debate postponing the bout. Preliminary fights begin at 7 p.m. with the main event set for 9 p.m.
A statement notes that England has seven thousand five hundred level crossings. The figure 5800 is cited as part of a broader discussion on railway safety and infrastructure management.
Yesterday stars included Lefty Gomez of the Yankees holding the Browns to six hits for a 10th win. Ethan Allen of the Phillies homered with men aboard to beat the Cubs. Fred Frankhouse of the Braves shut out the Cardinals for his ninth win in 11 starts. Harry Danning of the Giants delivered a timely pinch double as part of a four run rally against the Reds. Joe Cronin of the Senators powered a double win over the White Sox with extra hits and a homer. Pirates surged with a strong stretch, Red Sox bats broke through for six runs on three hits.
The smallest unemployment rate is reported in commerce banking insurance and finance sectors based on the latest data.
The Washington Senators hammered the Chicago White Sox 11 to 8 and 18 to 11 in a doubleheader for 25 hits total. Joe Cronin led the assault with three hits and five RBIs in each game, while Zeke Bonura’s 16th homer and seven Sox errors shaped the sweep.
Charlotte Hornets lead Piedmont League as the final round of the first half opens in Piedmont country. They beat Richmond Colts 6 to 1 and host Asheville Tourists while Greensboro meets Norfolk and Wilmington defeats Greenville. Red Barnes stars for Charlotte with a clutch performance.
A pitcher hurled five clean hits in five at bats and avoided a late tie by delivering a sharp run of outs. His brilliance on the mound prevented a dramatic equalizer and kept the game within reach for his team.
Pickett Cot ton Mill edged the Dickson Carvings 2 to 1 in a brisk game. Durham pitched for Pickett allowing four hits while teammates collected seven hits. The box score lists Davis as a leader with hits and shows Dickson’s runs coming in the late innings.
Hagstern Al Lines flight lands in Newark then Long Island as Primo Carnera and Max Baer prepare for the world heavyweight title bout at Madison Square Garden. Reporters gauge the scene from press tickets to Garden chatter while noting hype and doubt around the fight.
A correspondent predicts Baer will defend with a speed edge against Carnera at Madison Square Garden on Long Island. The writer doubts a decisive knockout but warns of controversial judging and notes Carnera’s effort to wear down Baer as the fight may go the distance.
Midget Wolgast from Philadelphia outpointed Sammy Seaman of California. Johnny Romero from San Diego stopped Frankie Hughes of Terre Haute after 3 rounds. Jimmy Mc Farland of Terre Haute stopped Tiger Floyd of Oakland after 3 rounds.
Miss Frances Roberts Turner and Ed Williams former Wake Forest athlete and 230 pound tackle marry on June 1 in Charlotte The brief notice lists Williams as a grid star and notes his college football background.
The Charlotte Bantams announced here that a newly married pair now reside in town. Liam formerly lived at Mo Holly and his bride hails from Kiston, reflecting a local connection to the professional football scene.
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