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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1934
Page
2
Over 25 boys train at the Y M C A for a possible standout wrestling club. Led by Jim McLaurin and Bill Nolan, former state athletes guide plans for meets with high schools freshmen clubs and prep schools as they target the state Y M C A title and Southern crown. Charles Parks headlines the 118 pound class as a state high school champion.
At Louisville the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues opened with 23 smaller leagues seeking affiliation. Major clubs signaled readiness to trade and sign, while the AA and IL teetered over post season formats. Baseball politics, purchases, and umpire moves dominated talks as registrations topped 900.
Western Conference showdown between Greensboro High Whirlwinds and rival team unfolds Friday afternoon at Willis Park. Lineup photos show players and coaching staff including Ed Craven, Tom Pitts, Ralph Johnson, Richard Messky, V. C. Jones, and Aubrey Axsom among others.
In the upcoming race in the 125 section five young men compete for the rail position. The hopefuls are Johnny Ward Dennis Young J R Odom and James with the field aiming to challenge last year’s lone untouchable division standout.
The Black Bisons of High Point high school impressed in a hard fought scrimmage at Willis park as preparations for Friday's clash with Greensboro high continue. Star runners Henry Blair Byrum Walter Sprye and Ralph Johnson showed strong play while two touchdowns were scored against the reserves.
Harris and Alfred Moffitt vie for first in the 135 pound division while Arthur Lea leads the 145 class. Elmer Jones Fenton Rogers Ralph Starnes and Richard Johnson contend in that class with other wrestlers eyed for 165 and 176. Pat Patterson now lone unlimited entrant with W O Jones and Pe Idol possible additions. A strong Y M C A squad is expected.
Elon College trains for the Guilford clash at World War Stadium in Greensboro on Thanksgiving afternoon. Coach Peahead Walker drills fundamentals as the Christians prepare for a hard fought game that could clinch the North State conference title.
A secretion called hirudin from the leech’s mouth glands acts to prevent blood clotting.
A study finds diving beetles drown much more quickly than ants, which normally avoid water, challenging assumptions about insect aquatic tolerance and survival strategies.
The dream game of the Western Conference season between Minnesota and Ohio State could be played for charity in Columbus's Horseshoe on December 1. Efforts from Ohio leaders and Governor White aim to win a conference rule waiver. Minnesota's governor Olson was unreachable.
High Point College Panthers rallied in the final quarter to defeat the local YMCA soccer club 6-3 in an Inter-city league game. It was the Panthers third win over the YMCA this season, giving them six wins and one tie. Jones and Culler led the offense, Hart was the G Panthers' top threat, and Cloniger left with an ankle injury.
The P.G.A. considers rule changes to expand match play qualifiers from 32 to 64 following a British model adopted by amateurs and women. If approved, two opening rounds may drop from 36 to 18 holes to curb extra days and keep the schedule intact.
Crowds expect a high drama program at Sport Rena Greensboro with Luttrall and Henry headlining a blood and thunder clash. Mayes MacLain faces Dynamite Blackstock in a top bout while Luttrall and Henry promise a riot in fan rows as 55 delegates attend a convention, with 1985 officer elections due.
Duke and Carolina freshmen prepare for a close game at Duke Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Key matchups include Elmore Hackney vs Tom Burnette and Arthur Dit vs Mac Cauley Clark, with centers Ike Eakins and Pete Avery slated to duel. Carolina’s top star Andy Befshak headlines the line as both teams enter about even.
Yale enters the Harvard game as favorite after a dramatic win over Princeton. Coach Pond guides the undefeated Eli squad known for tenacity, while Harvard under Captain Herman Gundlach poses a strong test. Yale’s early dominance contrasts with Kipke's Michigan struggles, underscoring a new era for the Blue.
Charlotte reports heavy practice as the Big Five prepare for Thanksgiving games. North Carolina eyes the Southern Conference title with Virginia as the underdog, while N. C. State hosts Duke and Wake Forest visits Davidson. Injury lists plague NC State and Wake Forest before kickoff.
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