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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1932
Page
3
Cambridge oarsmen defeated Oxford by five lengths on the Thames in Putney. The light blue extended their winning streak to nine straight victories in the century old rivalry, finishing the four mile course in 19 minutes 11 seconds.
Critics say Martin Dean and the Ballyhoo act have delivered little so far with Diamond Artiste providing lackluster performances. Still, some backers hold hopes for a breakthrough in upcoming shows.
Bradenton March baseball notes evaluate the St. Louis Cardinals as weak in spring results though loaded with talent. Key holdouts Gelbert Hafey impact, and manager Gabby Street relies on veterans like Adams Firsch Bottomley with Carleton stepping in for Grimes. Pitching stars Hallahan Derringer and Haines lead, with Dean and relief options under review. Monday: Washington.
Patrolman Otto Goercken killed a brown bear just outside Indenhurst on L I. after the animal, one of two escaped pets from Edward Sieber, charged the officer. The bear named Tunney was not friendly.
In the 1932 Big Ten basketball season 1377 personal fouls were called, averaging 23 per game. The highest fouls occurred in Iowa versus Chicago with 42, while the lowest were 7 in Michigan games against Wisconsin and Northwestern.
George Nichols 23 year old Italian from Buffalo edged Davie Maier in Chicago to win the National Boxing Association light heavyweight title claiming the vacant throne. Nichols weighed 163 pounds and earned a diamond studded belt as the 175 pound division title shift. Rosenbloom’s earlier tenure left the crown vacant prompting the NBA to stage elimination bouts.
In Clearwater Florida on March 19 Del Bissonette’s injury forces Brooklyn Dodgers manager Max Carey to consider using Murray Howell as a potential first baseman while Ferrell has not committed to a signing. In Tampa Florida on March 19 a new Cincinnati infield may feature Joe Morrissey as the keystone recruit replacing Cuccinello and Stripp with Dan Howley weighing Mickey Heath at first George Grantham at second and Morrissey at third.
Fichts Last Nicht Chicago George Nichols from Buffalo outpointed Davie Maier of Milwaukee to claim the National Boxing Association light heavyweight recognition. Sammy Fuller from Boston stopped Billy Wallace of Cleveland. Charlie Retzlaff from Duluth knocked out Jack McCarthy in Boston.
In Wilkes Barre Vince Dundee of Baltimore edged Johnny Ketchell of Chester over ten rounds. Dundee earned a decision on points as Ketchell showed resilience throughout the light heavyweight matchup.
Eddie Simms of Cleveland defeated Frankie Wine of Butte Montana by decision in six rounds. Simms controlled the bout with the faster punches and steadier work throughout the match.
A Mexican race at Agua Caliente featured an unusual false start and a rerun. Lord Vale, initially left at the barrier, led the rerun to win at five and a half furlongs in 1:08 2-5, paying 12 to 1. Ray Rose placed second after the initial start, with Chatter On finishing third on the first circuit.
Myril Hoag of the New York Yankees hit four singles in five at bats but also misplayed a fly for three bases, fumbled a single allowing two bases, and attempted to steal second while Arndt Jorgens covered. The Sarasota crowd weighed hero or goat after the game.
The Chicago Cubs arrived in Oakland to face the Pacific Coast League club in a two game series after two wins over Portland.
Chicago's White Sox began their league baseball campaign with the Texas league opener against the San Antonio Indians in a two game series.
Sam Breadon president of the St. Louis Cardinals says Charley Gelbert may report within a day or two. Breadon also states he will not seek to bring Chick Hafey into training camp.
WEST PALM BEACH Fla March 19 With Walter Stewart the St Louis Browns left hander in camp with his contract signed and Rick Ferrell the first string catcher expected today the club s strength is gradually in-
The Philadelphia Nationals returned to their training base to prepare for an exhibition game against the Brooklyn Dodgers. Pepper Martin contributed a clutch ninth inning base steal for the St Louis Cardinals, delivering a 4 to 3 win over Philadelphia the day before.
In Los Angeles on March 19 Detroit manager Bucky Harris smiled as the Tigers swept Oakland in a set of exhibition games. The final score yesterday was 16 to 4 as Detroit powered to the win.
Biloxi Mississippi report notes pitcher Alvin Crowder travelled with the Washington Senators regulars to Mobile for his first appearance of the year in the second game against the Louisville Colonels.
Daytona Beach report says Joe Knight of Ciro Georgia outpointed Maxie Rosenbloom to claim the world light heavyweight championship in a 10 round non title bout.
Elm Street school Pioneers switch from basketball and soccer to playground ball organizing three teams Athletics Cardinals and Yankees with rosters led by Troy Riley Paul Lawson Earl Forward Thurman Gibson and others. Reserves Clough Dean Richard Hartley Oliver Gee and L C Andrews listed.
Results from multiple games show Pittsburgh Navy 5 defeating San Francisco Seals 3 in 11 innings at San Francisco. Detroit 16 over Oakland 4 in Oakland. Hollywood 6 beat New York 1 in San Diego. Cleveland 56 over New Orleans 3 in New Orleans. St Louis 8 over Philadelphia 4 in Bradenton. Indianapolis 6 beat New York 5 in Sarasota. Boston 5 defeated Philadelphia 3 in St Petersburg. Washington 8 beat Louisville 7 in Biloxi. Chicago 9 defeated Portland 5 in Los Angeles.
H G Picard of Charleston tops second round at the Miami-Tiltmore open with a dazzling 34 36 70 after rain and wind drenched play. Hagen and Wood tied for second at 71, with Sarazen 73 and Armour 74 as 60 players advance to the final 36 holes.
Iowa State wrestling squads have posted 103 dual meet victories against 13 defeats in 17 seasons since 1916 when the sport began at the school.
Oklahoma Aggie star Pey ton Glass II is noted for speed despite flat feet enabling a hundred yard dash under ten seconds.
The second annual grand handicap of the Pacific International Trapshooting Association runs August 3 to 7 in Monterey California. It offers 50 trophies and 4900 dollars in cash prizes for competitors.
In Fort Worth Texas Teddy Waters and George Sauer clash inside the ring with two referees, one for fouls and one for falls, officiating the match.
University of Oklahoma distance ace Bus Moore has broken existing records four times but is repeatedly outpaced by a faster competitor, highlighting the rivalry and ongoing sprint to new marks.
Roger Bresnahan, renowned catcher, enters politics with the Democratic nomination for Toledo sheriff as his stated goal.
A total of 125 high school boys from 11 high schools participated in the state wrestling meet held in Indiana.
The state cuts the daily horse racing tax in Kentucky from 2500 dollars to 500 dollars, reducing funding burden on tracks and related operations. The move affects Kentucky racing venues and related industry stakeholders.
Judge Bramham, Piedmont League president, announced the season will open April 27 and end September 10. Ray Kennedy's schedule won six of eight votes from clubs, with Charlotte officials' ballot ignored by others.
Notre Dame football coach Hunk Anderson will join Texas Tech for its summer coaching school. The move adds a high profile name to Tech's instructional program and signals collaboration between the programs.
Charlie Jamieson of the Cleveland outfield is within 11 singles of reaching 2000 major league hits this season.
Fred Gilmore son of famed bare knuckle fighter Harry Gilmore is a regular licensed referee who works many boxing shows in the Southern California area.
In a Texas league move Houston claimed Mexican southpaw Eliseo Perez from the hunt across the circuit. San Antonio had also sought Perez before Houston finalized the deal.
Worthy Wood, one of the fastest Ohio bred trotters, will race again this season under trainer William Doc McMillen. The horse is noted for its speed and strong early-season form.
Notre Dame seniors describe an ideal girl as able to smoke and drink but must show honor and loyalty, while St Marys College senior girls say the ideal man should be humorous, well mannered, well dressed, and able to converse.
Jack Dempsey scored a technical knockout over Billy Miles in five knockdowns in the first round, then outpointed Jack Kerns over two rounds in Huntington. The exhibition drew a $12 000 gate, a local record, and Dempsey afterward left for Toronto.
In New York on March 19, Frank X. Shields ranked third and Gregory Mangin of Newark meet for the national indoor singles championship. Shields beat Berkeley Bell 6-4 6-4 6-4 in a fast semifinal, while Mangin stunned George M. Lott Jr. 6-1 9-7 6-0 as the No. 2 seed.
Chicago March 19 headlined by Co Vv Whitney's Top Flight undefeated two year old champion of 1931, 129 three year olds nominated for the American Derby to be run at Washington Park on June 18. Mrs Payne Whitney's Greentree Stable led with six entries, Edward R Bradley and C V Whitney each entered four.
Three University of South Carolina boxers Tommy Scott bantamweight Jimmy Brailsford featherweight and Capt. Red Waits lightweight will compete in a qualifying tournament at Pennsylvania State College April 7 and 8 to try for places on the American Olympic team.
The University of North Carolina granted monograms to ten basketball players nine wrestlers and eight boxers in a honors list reflecting team achievements at the school.
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