22 Mar 1923
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1923
Page
1
The High Point squad dropped its opener, giving coaches a chance to size up players and address weak points. Observers note the team’s hitting as a major issue, though several hitters show potential to deliver timely bingles as the season unfolds.
Carh Fuqua pitched creditable ball during yesterday's game, stepping on the hill in the third inning. He shows a great future and is expected to be the most dependable twirler on the pitching staff this year.
Bright prospects arise as High Point plants pledge support for an amateur circuit. Efforts to secure entry from several manufacturing firms continue, with plans to form a league possibly containing eight clubs. A meeting will be held soon to finalize plans and invite company representatives.
Joe Slean, a veteran second baseman, may sit out this season as he studies medicine. A well known High Point figure, he played here in semi pro baseball years ago and his studies may prevent travel for trips.
Hardin Meradon starts spring training next Monday at Welch Park with pitchers and catchers loosening up before the squad arrives. Herndon seeks consistency, keeping most of last year’s lineup with George Schmidt at short and Frank Kane at third. Gus Thompson seems set as the main catcher as the Pennant hopes rise.
Baltimore March 22 plans for a regulation track near Warrenton Virginia to aid training of thoroughbred horses were announced here yesterday by J S Cosden owner of a string of race horses. Nelson to Pigue Tremane
World middleweight champion Joe Turner arrives in High Point for tonight’s main bout at Farris Hall at 8 o clock facing Gus Anderson. Turner, famed as the sport’s top figure since winning the belt in 611, is expected to draw fans from nearby cities. Anderson warns he will quit promoting further matches here if the crowd does not back tonight’s event, which includes engaging preliminaries.
New York Giants manager John McGraw fined pitcher Jack Seedl and relegated catcher Karl Smith to the second team after reports of drinking parties at the team’s San Antonio training camp. McGraw voiced strict discipline, saying pennants won with discipline beat talent without it and vowing to curb wild orgies among the players.
RALEIGH March 22 The People's Baseball Association Inc Rocky Mount was granted a charter of incorporation by Secretary of State W O Everett. The association plans to purchase and operate a club in the Virginia Baseball League with capital stock of 15000 dollars. Incorporators include CL Walker May Chambliss A KK Weathers of Rocky Mount.
Word from Mobile reports Gene Robertson may secure the leadoff spot for the Browns in the opening day American League series. An injured arm and suboptimal practice hindered Mariy McMinnis and Lois Americans as teammates shift positions in the lineup.
Seventeen members of the Thalti more Artoles league under Frite Mal gel began city training for the 2920 baseball season. Owner Dreek Tavin may miss spring drills due to his son Jack Dunn Jr’s funeral. Dean, secretary of the club, kept the group from gathering with the first contingent leaving last night. Most players are battery men with a few prospects on hand. several holdouts remain including Me Avoy Siies Orden and Darn hem. Recruits and veterans arrive. the club continues preparations for the upcoming season amid changes in personnel and management.
North Carolina college scene shifts as Trinity College athletes appear to push for joining a conference. The Athletes Council reportedly supports a bid, with discussions outlining potential alignment and implications for intercollegiate competition and school athletics.
Danny Dever, a youthful recruit, is held for military authorities after desertion from the United States Army. He left Fort McDowell, California, based on a Cincinnati scout's claim he would be purchased, and traveled to join the Reds. Baseball experts call him one of the most sensational finds in years.
Clouds linger over SPRINGS Ark as showers delay outdoor practice for the Boston Red Sox under Chance and the Pittsburgh Pirates led by Mettechnie. Both managers express impatience for better weather as indoors keep training for a second day.
Readers note a tangle of names and rumors about star players, trades, and possible world record aims as teams weigh offers from major leagues. Dent is a focal point amid talk of another early base sale and shifts involving Carpenter, Morwin Jacobson, and Boobey, with patter about a Nag York Gi price tag and key positions in play.
Jess Willard trains intensively for a May 12 Madison Square Garden bout with Floyd Johnson, aiming for a decisive knockout and a title challenge. The Kansas farmer, 42, camps with sparring partners from Kansas City and London, focusing on peak form and a potential rematch with Jack Dempsey.
In Clearwater Florida yesterday the Brooklyn Dodgers beat the Washington Americans 8 to 6 in an exhibition. Joe Judge twisted his knee in the eighth and was carried off the field and may be out at least two weeks. The Nationals staged a stronger showing than their first game with the Braves, leading until the ninth before the Dodgers rallied. The two teams meet again in St Petersburg.
In a pinch hitting contest, Winston-Salem High beat High Point 5 to 3 before about 300 fans. Ruth started for High Point, Sienley relieved, and Fuqua earned the save. Tomorrow at 3 40 p m High Point hosts Trinity highs at the Normal school grounds.
London reports describe Breitbart a 6 foot 3 inch, 210 pound Jewish athlete who can bite through steel. A Lancet correspondent quotes a committee of physicians and athletic officials witnessing him sever iron and steel chains, bend iron rails, and bend a rail over his head using his mouth as a fulcrum. The piece asserts his feats result from extraordinary muscular power and scientific training.
ST. AUGUSTINE Florida March 22 Harold Weber of Toledo former Ohio state champion and holder of many meet titles withdrew from the winter golf championship of Florida after winning the qualifying medal yesterday with a 74 Weber has been called to Asheville and would not have been able to finish the match.
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