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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1935
Page
5
Spring training chatter surrounds Hall of Fame manager Branch Rickey and the St Louis Browns as they chase a return to top flight status. Yesterday's results show a mix of exhibition games with the Browns on the fringe of contention.
West Palm Beach March 18 Associated Press sports synopsis notes Rogers Hornsby aims to lift the St. Louis Browns from the AL second division by improving infield hitting. Hornsby, 38, asserts he feels better in spring and may play infield, with Irving Burns at first, Oscar Melillo at second, Johnny Burnett at short, and Harland Clift at third. The Browns’ pitching staff features Newsome Blaeholder Coffman Knott and Andrews, plus southpaw Welland. Fay Thomas shows strong spring form as a possible regular. Outfield openings include Sam West center and Ray Pepper in left. Debs Garris and Roy Bell compete for right.
Today’s lineup features New York A vs St. Louis A in West Palm Beach, St. Petersburg Boston N vs David, San Bernardino Pittsburgh 4 vs Hollywood PCL, Tampa Cincinnati 8 vs Torpanto IL, Fort Myers St. Louis Ns vs Yoo A, Sacramento Kago N vs Sacramento PCL, Orlando Brooklyn N vs Baltimore IL.
The New York Giants broke camp in Miami Beach and headed north aiming for another National League pennant after a setback to the St. Louis Cardinals.
In St. Petersburg, Florida, a keen battle wages for the third-string catching job with Joe Gienn and Norman as contenders. Neither appears to displace veteran Bill Dickey or Arndt.
The Dodgers lack a steady first baseman after years of casualties. Players like George Kelly Bud Clancy Bissonette Joe Judge and Sam Les filled the role with mixed success while Leslie held the regular job. McCarthy shows promise in two exhibitions as a capable option.
The report notes a planned action between Habe and Dizzy with a meeting set for next Wednesday in St Petersburg. The event involves a Braves World Champion context and anticipates confrontation or display.
Sarasota, Fla. Manager Joe Cronin says the resur faced infield at the Red Sox camp is entirely too soft and hard on the legs, detailing concerns about field conditions impacting players during workouts.
The Philadelphia Athletics celebrated Connie Mack in a program honoring the veteran figure while entertaining the revenge-seeking St. Louis Cardinals.
Phillies spent an exhibition session in winter Haven addressing rough spots in their spring training lineup. A rough surface of drills and batting stance work highlighted ongoing adjustments ahead of the season.
The champion Tigers, after two exhibition games, face the Dodgers in Orlando with stakes focused on warmup form and team readiness.
In Bernardino California the Pirates announced lefty Pirk and pitcher Cy Blanton would start in today’s exhibition game marking the club’s early spring prep at a local ballpark.
Left handed pitcher Arthur Pettit, a nine year veteran of the minor leagues, appeared today to be headed for the big time. Manager Bucky Harris has decided Pettit’s work merits promotion or sustained consideration for major league duty.
The text suggests saving a key player for the upcoming Thursday game against Cleveland. No additional context or details are available in the readable portion.
Manager Walter Johnson of the Cleveland Indians weighs Ralph Win as a utility infielder for the coming season, exploring roster flexibility and depth.
Tampa, Florida Reds suffer a 9 to 6 defeat to Detroit and shift focus to a five game set against the Toronto Maple Leafs over the next two weeks.
The National Champion St. Louis Cardinals, beaten 10 to 2 yesterday by the New York Giants, hoped to improve their performance in an exhibition game against the Athletics in Port Myer today.
St Louis Browns face New York Giants in an exhibition game at West Palm Beach after a similar setup yesterday against the Cardinals. The event features top teams gathering for warmup action ahead of the season.
English, prized as the National League’s top all around utility infielder, targets a regular position in the Chicago Cubs infield after a stint in Sacramento California. The bid centers on showcasing defense and versatility to secure a starting role.
Pasadena report says John Whitehead, a Dallas born recruit right hander, will start games and win for the Chicago White Sox by July 4 unless Jimmy Dykes was misled by spring training results.
The government reached agreement with Al Capone on income taxes for 1924 to 1929. The settlement totals 220 980.78, down from 386 406. Capone, imprisoned on Alcatraz, signs through Michael J. Ahern. The option to appeal is closed. collection by the local internal revenue collector proceeds. The only known levy is Capone’s Florida Palm Island home.
Modern cars use higher steering gear reduction and greater ratios. It is imperative to keep all parts of the steering tightly adjusted at all times to ensure safe handling and precise control.
In Tampa, ALAN GOULD notes the Grapefruit League debate over Ruth's best position with the Boston Braves, whether first base or right field, as Buck Jordan blocks. Byrd predicts Ruth aims for peak condition for the title season, while Dizzy Dean faces sharp criticism in Florida.
Duke Power Co and subsidiaries report net income of 2,952,370 for 1934 after taxes and preferred dividends, equaling 2.90 a share on 1,010,049 common shares. Consolidated assets total 222,437,778 with a surplus of 9,243,565 and cash plus marketable securities at 17,020,592, up from 16,749,665 last year.
Alfred E Bourne of New York is favored to clinch a fourth Southern Cross golf tournament title in Aiken South Carolina. Defending champion Bourne leads as the field includes Devereaux Milburn James Knott and Christopher J Dunphy with Eugene G Grace withdrawing to New York.
Hollywood stars Da Lupino and James Blakeley headline a new production about a hunt for rabbits using pistols. The scene blends action and comedy as the principals pursue quarry in rural settings.
Twelve team league restages postponed games due to Gold Medal tournament. South Main M E faces First Baptist at 6:30, Green Street vs First Reformed at 8, Ward Street M E meets Calvary at 8:30, and First Christian vs Wesley Memorial at 9. Wednesday features Friends vs Friends at 4.
The article notes that passenger transports fly at 9000 to 12000 feet and begin descent about 100 miles from an airport to optimize efficiency and comfort. It reflects standard practice for airliners on transcontinental routes.
Investigators examine whether misalignment of the transmission and flywheel could cause the car to slip out of gear. Experts test mounting, shaft runout, and torque transfer to determine if wear or misassembly is the underlying issue.
Richmond Hosiery Mills pleaded guilty in a Federal Court in Atlanta to six counts of a 48 count indictment accusing NRA code violations. The $1,000 fine was imposed by Judge E Marvin Underwood as the company reorganized in 1934 amid code disputes and a long wage dispute with workers.
Raleigh March 16 A statement from Capus Waynick of the state highway commission notes possible news within days on state acquisition of the Wright Memorial and Nags Head bridges in Albemarle area. He cites War Department permit talks and a McEachern bill to have the commission take over toll-free operation of both bridges. Dare County owns the Nags Head bridge.
Chester Morris is awarded the top spot in the mystery melodrama B I D J about the Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Justice. The production centers on detective work and clandestine government operations.
Indoor season wrap cites Glenn Cunningham as top performer with six world records set this winter. Hornbostel also starred with a 2:10.3 1000 yard win and a 1:11.8 600-yard mark. Owens Dreyer Ellison and others set records in broad jump weight throw and 220 yards.
Fredric March portrayed as a galley prisoner in Les Miserables on the United Artists lot. He is chained and whipped by a guard as a dozen actors in makeup enact the brutal rowing scene. Margare t Lindsay and others comment on Hollywood’s ways and idle gossip abounds about star life and stunts.
Oklahoma Democrat P. J. Gassaway denounces Huey Long as serving rich interests. He accuses Long of courting oil executives and Harvey Couch with private cars, vows to use the airwaves against him, and hints at forming a group to push a $10,000 income for workers.
Asheboro business leaders have formed Falls Mills Inc to buy the High Falls Manufacturing Company plant on the Deep River. The charter lists H. C. Jones as president, Arthur Ross as vice president, E. M. Kearns as treasurer, and John M. Presnell as secretary. The decision aims to start operations soon.
Aiken South Carolina March 18 amateur bird dog events opened at Home Run plantation for the seventh annual Aiken field trials. All-age and puppy stakes and a derby lead the schedule with open events to follow including the Aitken and Palmetto open puppy stakes set for midweek.
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