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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1936
Page
7
In Durham Virginia, coaches plan new plays as Wake Forest Duke and other ACC hopefuls drill for weekend clashes. Maryland rests, Virginia and Virginia Tech prep for Harvard and Villanova tests, while Richmond and The Citadel face injuries and lineup changes ahead of key games.
York reports on Eddie Reed Loyola loans coach visits Tus scout Alabama with stops at Frank Thomas home. Northwestern’s Andy Colgate and Lynn Walman referenced. November teams and Red Raiders' limited November schedule noted. Dempsey runs boxing stable while politics and hospital drive proceed. reference to Johnny Getchell and Minnesota penalties. Mention of Leslie Dodson and Columbus Miss. team. LSU, Alabama, and Mississippi teams with rising chances. Western nation commission to discuss Barney Ross fight.
Davidson College eyes a tough Homecoming clash with unbeaten North Carolina at Richardson Field after scouting Furman’s 14-13 win. Coach Sikdmore says Davidson outpaced Furman in rushing and passing, with Ed Armfield and Teeney Lafferty starring, while UNC’s Ray Wolf warns the Tar Heels must improve after a slow first half against State.
The Associated Press ranking places Northwestern first after a close win over Minnesota. Minnesota meets Iowa, Wisconsin faces Northwestern, and Fordham plays Purdue. Ranks include Pittsburgh vs Penn State, Washington vs Stanford, LSU vs Mississippi State, Nebraska vs Kansas, Notre Dame vs Navy, and other matchups in the top twenty.
North Carolina State's football team, missing three regulars and a substitute, plans for Boston College in Fenway Park. Coach Hank Anderson cut Howard Bartles, Jess Tatum, and Odell Smothers for the team's best interests, with replacements named for their positions. Injuries leave Eddie Entwistle Cowboy Robinson and Ben Hoek doubtful, but three backs may return. Boston College defense will be tested after a 13 13 tie with Michigan State and Carolina exposure.
Rosy Ryan returns from a spine injury to face Al Sparks in the main event at Sportrena. Curtis Dennings promotes an opening bout with Chief Saunooke taking on two opponents in a 45 minute match, while Scotty Dawkins and Preacher Hogue settle who meets the Indian powerhouse first in a staged coin flip.
In Los Angeles Henry Armstrong 127 pounds knocked out Gene Espinoza 12914 pounds. In Tampa Snag Trowbridge 1374a West Palm Beach defeated Johnny Cruz 13154 Havana 8. Johnny Dean 136 outpointed Lou Gendell 13844 Miami 6.
Wake Forest aims to avenge a 1930 thriller against Duke in Gore Field on Homecoming weekend. The 1930 clash ended 18 13 with Duke tying late on Wild Bill Murray’s end run as Wake Forest showcased stars like Eustace Mills and Tex Quillen.
Buck Setzer, a sophomore at High Point College, won the fall tennis tournament over Harvey Pressley in the finals 6 1 6 1 4 6 6 0 after a three week event. The field included 19 entrants with weather and illness delaying rounds. Setzer becomes the college’s new number one, succeeding Frank Niernsee who did not return this fall.
A five million dollar syndicate has been formed to manufacture British type military aircraft in Australia as a defense measure. A direct airmail service linking London and Stockholm has also been initiated.
Salisbury reports a North State Conference clash as Catawba Indians meet Appalachian Ripppers in a pivotal Friday game. Elon Christians prep for Lenoir Rhyne, hoping to extend a 2-0 conference start with a 6-0 win over Naval Apprentices.
Purdue's backfield stars Cecil Isbell and John Drake lead the Boilermakers as they prepare for a clash with Fordham on Saturday. Isbell has 487 rushing yards on 31 carries, Drake 328 yards on 44 carries, with Isbell scoring six touchdowns and Drake four in Big Ten play.
Major U S carriers standardize on operating one or two aircraft types, aiming for efficiency and easier maintenance across fleets.
The report notes 15 762 pilots and 7 747 aircraft held active Department of Commerce licenses as of October 1 1936.
The story notes 10 rookie major leaguers, led by Joe DiMaggio, Bob Feller, and Jimmy Ripple, are set for raises as 1937 contracts arrive. It also cites veterans DiMaggio and Feller among those likely to boost salaries, plus expected raises for key New York clubs including the Giants and Yankees.
North Carolina cities should beware promoters seeking locations for new industries before giving factory space, subsidies, or tax relief. Commissioner A L Fletcher warns many fly by night sweatshops lure towns with false promises and pay meager wages, urging careful state background checks before concessions. He notes labor laws here limit women to 55 hours weekly and no wage law exists, risking loss to towns.
High Point college soccer team, after beating the Indians at home, travels to Salisbury to face Catawba on Wednesday and then hosts Duke Friday at the local high school field. Duke, coached by Jerry Gerard, seeks revenge after last season’s two meetings ended evenly.
Greensboro Nov 3 Kenneth M Brim referee in bankruptcy ruled the North Carolina Bank and Trust company now in liquidation may recover about 175000 from a 274580 stock assessment suit against H Smith Richardson and others Gurney P Hood commissioner of banks filed suit in 1934 to set aside transfers of 27485 shares of stock to Piedmont Finance company At a creditors meeting the court ordered Piedmont Financial company Inc and Richardson Realty to account to J M Millikan trustee for assets valued around 300000 transferred from the bankrupt company in 1938 The ruling followed a trustee motion and Hood request to return assets or their value.
Revival services continue this week at Ennis Street Wesleyan Methodist Church with pastor Mrs C B Carter in charge. Rev M Connor, who has assisted, has been called to Forest City to begin revival services. Friday night Miss Mary Green missionary from India will speak. Services begin at 7 o clock each night. Public invited.
Radio beacons have been installed at the Denver Colorado municipal airport to aid navigation for incoming and departing aircraft. The installation enhances safety and aligns with improved air traffic guidance for the facility.
As of September 1, the United States lists 751 municipal and 439 commercial airports, totaling 1 190 aerodrome facilities nationwide. This government count highlights the breadth of air access across regions and uses.
Department of Commerce regulations require an approved aviation school to graduate nine of every ten students. The rule prompts discussion on program accountability and outcomes for pilot training providers.
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