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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1938
Page
7
James H. Morris writes a playful column lampooning the famed philosopher as he notes Socrates enjoys a honeymoon with an unnamed bride. The piece blends witty asides and light satire in a dated newspaper voice.
The Enterprise Sports picks six players for the All-Southern team reflecting strong runs from Duke and North Carolina. George Stirnweiss Steve Maronic Eric Tip Dan Hill and Ed Coon receive standout mentions with Coon noted as all-American by coaches.
The column reflects on who led the local board of experts after a week of picks. Chakales tops with 62, Smith 60, Chakales 7, Mebane 7, and others close behind with scores in the mid 50s to high 50s.
The article notes warnings about a potential upset as State aims to limit Duke. Projections claim Duke could be held to a small score margin with stars rested for a Pittsburgh clash. Observers cite State's history of shutouts and limited scoring this season, raising doubts about Duke's chances.
A columnist urges a four team playoff style event on New Year Day to boost ratings and draw crowds. He suggests Duke Tennessee Notre Dame and another team join an elimination battle for the championship to attract customers.
James winners of the 1938 Central league face off against the Y M C A in a Saturday clash at the high field. The local Y team plans Thanksgiving Day plans at Fort Bragg with two games against soldiers, with a possible match versus High Point College. Several players are ruled out due to injuries and absences.
Reports from Reading, New Haven, Minneapolis and Minneapolis list wrestlers by weight class and origin. Hans Kampfer of Germany defeated Chief Chewacki of Tulsa in 19:17 before disqualification of Chewacki, Joe Cox of Kansas City defeated George Ryan, Abe Kashey of Clifton threw Jack Donovan, Rudy Strongberg of Germany threw All Sparks in 19:13 and 26:38 timeframes.
Wachovia Bank and Trust Co as executor notifies creditors to present claims by October 27, 1939 at its High Point office North Carolina. Creditors must file before the deadline to avoid loss of recovery. Debtors should make immediate payments to the estate.
In a crowded Sportsrena program local boxers delivered a lively night. Main bout ended in a draw between L. C. Dennis and Orville Little, with Dennis rallying after a first round knockdown. Red Kimsey won the semi, Jack Jackson scored a third round knockout, and several other color-boxing matches produced close decisions and draws for a spirited crowd.
In New York Fritzie Zivie 150 from Pittsburgh defeated Fran Blair 167 of Camden N J by points. Al Bernard 158 of New York stopped Joey Parks 165 of St Louis in Houston. All Nettlew 138 of Chicago beat Paul Junior 188 of Lewiston in Portland Maine.
Milky Way Farms owner Mrs. Ethel V. Mars will rest her horses for the winter per trainer Roy Waldron’s advice. The decision affects the Milky Way operation based in Chicago as the season ends.
Knoxville awaits a Thanksgiving showdown as Tennessee faces Kentucky in a jinxed series. Past close calls include 0-0 ties in 1928 and 6-6 split results in 1929 and 1931, jeopardizing perfect seasons and conference hopes for Major Bob Neyland’s Volunteers.
Duke Blue Devils and N. C. State Wolfpack push hard in Charlotte as both squads refine offense and defense for Saturday showdown in Durham. North Carolina Wake Forest and Davidson ease drills ahead of Thanksgiving games, with no injuries reported. Duke showcases Willard Eaves return and Wesley McAfee drills while Coach Wade emphasizes pass defense and full play repertoire. Reserves test Virginia plays at State during lighter workouts as seniors prepare for final game of season. Wake Forest eyes Davidson with lighter practice and plan for early-week prep. Davidson also emphasizes passing and punting as Coach McIver hints at new trick plays.
Five teams filed entries for the 15th annual Southern Conference cross country meet to be held at Chapel Hill. The five mile race starts at 11 am with Carolina reserves facing Guilford College in the preliminary feature. Teams include Carolina, Maryland, Duke, Washington and Lee, and Davidson. Maryland poses the strongest challenge with runners like Joe Peaslee and Jim Kehoe in the lineup.
New York sports round up notes Tony Galento rival hopes, Sutherland shirt gibe, and remarks on Frisch, Wilson, Apostoli, Corbett, Notre Dame, Fordham, and Nebraska. Mentions James Crowley and Tarzan Taylor as media fixtures amid broader college and pro football talk.
The report cites Jock Sutherland's contention that Bill Farkas left Pitt for Franklin and Marshall. It mentions amateur golf champion Wil Lie Turnesa taking a trucking job. Joe McGee of Conway Arkansas votes for Gaylen Smith, a 200-pound line dynamo, in a campus All-America tally.
Reporters in New York and Philadelphia discuss the Tony Galento Harry Thomas incident and its impact on the upcoming Fred Apostoli versus Young Corbett III middleweight bout at Madison Square Garden. Mike Jacobs questions the stunt while fans fear dampened turnout and Galento’s career prospects soured by pneumonia and a rough public reception.
Duke defeated High Point 5 4 after two overtime periods at Duke field in Durham. Duke broke a 1 1 halftime tie with a fast attack, then held off the Panthers who rallied to force extra time.
Bill Morehead will coach the local squad with W. W. Raper as manager and assistant. Practice runs Monday Wednesday and Friday from 6 to 6 15 pm. The team aims for a championship caliber lineup with players including Hays Parker Dillon Patrick Howard Raper Miller Bulla Holt Saunders Leonard and Cook. Next week the first tryout meets White Oak rollers on the Greensboro court.
Davidson fields several standouts led by Boo Walker and Dave Woodward. Duke counts Lawrence Brett and Ed Hauser as top scorers. Washington and Lee relies on Harold Harvey and Hartsell Ragan. Carolina pins hopes on captain Bill Hendrix, Tom Crockett, Frank Wakeley, and Jim Hall, all from the 1937 strong outfit, with Hendrix undefeated in dual meets in two years.
Tag Foot ball representatives meet at the Y and approve an elimination series among six of the twelve teams from the first season. Next season begins after baseball and the trophy requires two season wins for permanent possession. Winners receive gold footballs and runners-up silver balls. First round schedule lists five matchups with games at Civitan Park and High School, 11 a.m. Saturday. A bye draw and one or two out of three games decision will follow.
John Henry Lewis, set to fight Joe Louis for the heavyweight title on January 27, is twelve days younger than Louis, the reigning champion, highlighting the age contrast ahead of the bout.
A spider native to Australia, measuring about one quarter of an inch, is claimed to be the smallest of its insectlike clade.
Clayton Heafner making his first major start shot 68 aided by Johnny Bulla on two holes to tie with Tommy Armour and Bobby Cruickshank at 66. Armour carded 67 to edge Heafner while Henry Picard and Jack Grout along with Jim Turnesa and Jack Patrione posted 67. Nine pairs tied at 69 as field narrows to 36 holes.
Berkeley California November 16 Queen David Andrew Queen a 166 pound 5 foot 9 inch sophomore center has risen from fourth string to varsity snapper back this season at the University of California He ends every game lighter by seven to eight pounds and is praised by coach Leonard B Alli son as one of the greatest inspirational players he has tutored.
Paul Sullivan of Erasmus High notes Max Rubinfeld, current star under his tutelage, is a better passer at a similar age than Sid Luckman, who rose to fame with Columbia. Sullivan compares development paths and signals Rubinfeld’s potential.
Two top state high school offenses meet at Albion Millis stadium as Greensboro and High Point clash for the title. Key players Brantley Hucks Abie Short Thurman Sinclair L. S. Dempsey Curley Dickerson Fred Whiteheart Jim Wolfe Melvin Trull headline a battle of triple threats. Both squads sharpened through long practices with final signal drills planned.
Greensboro faces High Point in a pivotal Western Class A game that could decide the title race and joint standings with Winston-Salem if High Point wins. Durham earned the Eastern crown, while Rocky Mount and Greensboro already secured paths toward the state final set for November 25 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill.
Fayetteville Ark November 16 In every football game this year except the Santa Clara contest the Arkansas varsity performed in temperatures never dipping below 90 degrees The report notes heat affected play and stamina across games this season.
Guilford County North Carolina administrator summons all creditors to present claims by October 25 1939 at 11815 West Washington Street High Point NC. Notice dated October 25 1998. A Wright administrator Walser Wright Attorneys.
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