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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1936

Page

14

Wolfpack Crushes Virginia Tech 13 0 on Homecoming

North Carolina State College wins decisively at Raleigh in Homecoming game, 13 to 0, over Virginia Polytechnic Institute. Ryneska scores the only TD with a 62 yard drive, Bartles adds a two point or extra point, State dominates with 17 first downs and 350 total yards while holding Tech to minimal offense.

W. Joynes Macfarlan Raleigh Wolfpack North Carolina State College Virginia Polytechnic Institute Virginians Techs Joe Ryneska Amesbury Mass Howard Bartles Willinsburg Eddie Enthwistle Phil Davis Elizabeth City Cowboy Robinson Mac Cara Davis Des Charlie Gadd Charlotte Gobbiers Dickerson Ryneska Bardee Alex Regdon Kennywood State Hank Anderson Red Terrors Tate Enthwistle Orchard Beach N. State Gadd Bartles Pete Kuzma Kalamazoo Mich Nick Hayden Youngstown Ohio Kuzma Connie Mac Berry Gobbler Joe Schwerdt

Notre Dame Slips From Unbeaten List In Pitt Defeat

Pittsburgh Panthers crushed Notre Dame 26 to 0 before 70 224 fans in Pittsburgh marking ND’s worst setback in 11 years. Marshall Goldberg sparked the attack as Notre Dame failed to gain momentum and was outgained 325 to 73. Scoring by Stapulis Hoffman Goldberg Wood. Souchak added PATs.

Pittsburgh Notre Dame Pittsburgh Panthers Little Duquesne Fighting Irish Marshall Biggie Goldberg West Virginia Sliperry Army Irish Pitt Stapulis Hoffman Wood Souchak

Carolinas A A U to Convene at Elwood Hotel

The Carolinas A A U annual meeting will be at Elwood hotel Monday night with a 5 30 PM banquet. Jake Wade of The Charlotte Observer will preside as president. delegates from multiple Charlotte and North Carolina organizations will attend and discuss awarding of tournaments and officers.

Carolinas Elwood Hotel Jake Wade Charlotte Observer Charlotte Junior Chamber of Commerce Charlotte Y. M. C. A City of Greensboro Davidson College Athletic Council W. F. Bailey High Point W. A. Carnes Greensboro Victor Shaw Charlotte Jack Chorney Concord

Mills Home Beats Barium 16 to 0 in Historic Match

In Thomasville on October 24 Mills Home under coach Charlie Kearns defeated Barium Springs orphanage club 16-0 marking the first athletic meeting between the two institutions. Haynie scored both touchdowns and Brady added a safety with a tackle behind the goal line for two points.

Thomasville Charlie Kearns’ Mill Barium Springs Baptists Presbyterians Haynie Brady Barnum Springs

Army Easy Victor Over Springfield Using Substitutes

At Michie stadium Army defeated Springfield 33 to 0 in front of 27000 fans. The Cadets relied on fundamentals and used many substitutes while gaining 189 rushing yards to Springfield’s 69 and eight first downs to two. They completed six of twelve passes for 93 yards, while Springfield converted one of ten.

West Point N. Y Army Little Springfield College Michie Stadium Springfield New Englanders

Louis XIV and the first periwig origin story

Louis XIV faced baldness as fashion called for long curls and ordered the first periwig. Courtiers quickly adopted wigs to spare the king embarrassment and maintain royal style.

Louis XIV France

Dartmouth Indians Triumph Over Harvard 26-7 in Cambridge

Dartmouth Indians dominate Harvard in Cambridge for a third straight stadium win, 26-7. Key scores came from King MacLeod Conti and a late Dartmouth drive, while Harvard's lone touchdown occurred in the final minute as Oakes connected on a 45-yard pass tipped to Ben Smith.

Cambridge Mass Dartmouth Indians Harvard Crimson Art Oakes Conti Ben Smith Dartmouth Indians Bob Stuart Oakes King MacLeod Ray

Myrtlewood Wins Keeneland Sweepstakes Race

Myrtlewood ridden by George South defeated Miss Merriment by three lengths in a six furlong special sweep stakes at Keeneland. Time 1:11 4-5. The match race between the mares Myrtlewood and Miss Merriment was arranged by owners Brownell Combs and John Hay Whitney, each carrying 118 pounds.

Lexington Myrtlewood Brownell Combs Larkspur-Frizeur Miss Merriment Keeneland George South Johnny Gilbert Mr. Combs John Hay Whitney

Flying Squadron Wins Over Richmond in Homecoming

Virginia Military Institute's Flying Squadron defeated the University of Richmond 14 to 0 before 9 000 spectators in Richmond. Ray Brittingham scored on a 13 yard run after a blocked kick in the first period. Doc Saunders caught a 36 yard pass for V M I with Wyatt Clark converting the extra point.

Richmond Virginia Military Institute University of Richmond Ray Brittingham Trzeciak Doc Saunders Billy Roberson Wyat Clark

Freshman Fraternity Pledges Hit 243 at UNC

University of North Carolina pledges 243 freshmen from High Point Lexington and Asheboro after a two week silence period. The figure marks the annual pledging total and reflects regional representation among new students.

High Point Lexington Asheboro University of North Carolina

Woman undecided on party yet votes for Roosevelt

A precinct voter says she does not know party labels but plans to vote for Franklin D. Roosevelt, stating she is certain only of supporting him. She registered with Mrs. B. W. Hackney Jr. in precinct No. 10.

B. W. Hackney, Jr Roosevelt

Georgia Tech Held to Scoreless Tie by Vandy

Vanderbilt and Georgia Tech battled to a 0–0 tie before 10 000 fans in Nashville. Tech failed to score despite late drives and fumbles by both sides, marking Techs first SEC setback and Vandy’s league debut.

Georgia Tech Vandy Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt University Tech Vanderbilt Commodores Joe Agee Jimmy Huggins

Maryland Beats Syracuse 20 to 0 in Afternoon Meet

Maryland dominated Syracuse with a 20 to 0 victory as Guckeyson and Meade sparked scoring drives. Syracuse troubled by fumbles and strong Maryland tackling failed to cross Maryland’s 30 yard line. Gormley added two conversions after two Maryland TDs.

Syracuse N. Y Maryland Orange Guckeyson Meade Gormley

Manero Second in Open Tourney in Buenos Aires

Tony Manero the United States open golf champion posted a one under par 71 in the Argentine open to reach 144 after 36 holes one stroke behind leader Martin Pose who shot 69 to sit at 143. Johnny Reyvolta of Milwaukee tied for third at 146 after two 73s.

Buenos Aires Tony Manero Martin Pose Manero Pose Johnny Reyvolta Milwaukee Wis Revolta

Fraternity Membership Gains Reported From Several Towns

A substantial increase over last year 211. Persons accepted into membership from High Point Lexington and Asheboro include Alpha Tau Omega Charles Diffendal High Point Kappa Alpha Hammett Cecil Jr High Point Kappa Epsilon R Wheat Erlanger Phi Gamma Delta Clinard Finch Lexington Sigma Phi Epsilon Carl Phillips Asheboro.

High Point Lexington Asheboro Alpha Tau Omega Charles Diffendal Kappa Alpha Hammett Cecil, Jr Kappa Epsilon R. Wheat Erlanger Phi Gamma Delta Clinard Finch Sigma Phi Epsilon Carl Phillips

Northwestern Triumphs Over Illinois 13 to 2 in Homecoming Battle

Northwestern Wildcats win their third straight Western Conference game, defeating Illinois 13 to 2 before 27 000 fans in Champaign. Northwestern scores on a second period TD and a 73 yard third quarter march, while Illinois avoids shutout with a late safety.

Champaign Ill Northwestern Wildcat Illinois Illini Ohio State Heap Adleman Geyer Toth

Generals Upset Virginia 13 to 0 on Homecoming

Washington and Lee defeats Virginia 13 to 0 at Scott Stadium as two W. and L. misplays set up two second quarter touchdowns. Bill Berries caught a pass from Harry Martin to score after Virginia drives failed. Martin left with a broken ankle.

Charlottesville Washington and Lee Generals University of Virginia Scott Stadium Tex Tilson Cavalier Bill Berries Navy Buzz Virginia Harry Martin Cavaliers Martin

Luttral and Ryan Set Friday Night Arena Showdown

Promoter Curt Denning brings Luttral and Rosy Ryan to High Point arena for a best two out of three wrestling bout Friday. Luttral, touted as a feared heel, seeks comeback after a loss to Mike Kibbons who headlines another match with Al Sparks.

Cowboy Luttrall Curt Denning High Point Arena Rosy Ryan Ryan Luttrall Rosy Mike Kibbons Kibbons al Sparks High Point Greensboro Winston- Salem Sparks Ribbons

Christians crush Duke reserves at Elon College

Elon Christians routed the Junior Duke Blue Devils 51 to 0 on Comer field. Alabama Moran scored three rushing TDs and added an extra point, with five other backfield players reaching pay dirt. The Christians dominated from the opening whistle, outclassing Duke throughout.

Elon College Elon Christians Duke Blue Devils Comer Field Alabama Moran al Naole Don Humphries Amos Shelton David Goldfarb Harry Pittman Blue Devils

Michigan Upsets Columbia 13-0 on Home Field

In Ann Arbor Michigan defeated Columbia 13 to 0 before 25 000 fans to halt a scoreless streak against intraregional opponents. Sid Luckman led Columbia to repeated drives but Michigan held at the one yard line in the third period and added a second quarter score and fourth quarter insurance.

Agee Plasman Huggins Vandy Tech Ed Jones Commodore Konemann Marvin Franklin Invaders Ann Arbor Mich Midwest University of Michigan Columbia University Wolverines Penn Navy Michigan Lou Little Columbia Lions Army Sid Luckman Columbia

Christmas Tree Roots Go Back Longer Than Christmas

Sun worshiping pagans used the Christmas tree in solstice celebrations long before Christian adoption. The claim notes broader symbolism of evergreens in ancient rituals.

Hedge trimming timing for spring growth

An arbor vitae hedge should be trimmed soon after it begins to grow in the spring.

Greece and Albania Have No Radio Stations

A brief bulletin notes that neither Greece nor Albania maintains radio broadcasting stations. No further context or dates are provided.

Greece Albania

Fur farms spread across thirty five states now

The report notes that thirty five of the forty eight states have established fur farms, reflecting growth in animal fur production nationwide.

Boxing bouts set as Royal Arcanum faces Appalachian State and Oak Ridge

High Point prepares for two December boxing cards as the Royal Arcanum Boxing Club hosts Appalachian State Teachers and Oak Ridge Military Institute. The season opener is December 7 followed by December 14 bouts, with possible January matches against Eton College, Clin ton Presbyterian Varsity, and D C clubs. Coach Harry Bolick praises the green talent and aims to have them ready for the Appalachian confrontation.

Old Plank Road Council Royal Arcanum R. A Appalachian State Teachers Oak Ridge Military Institute Appalachian Staters Mitt Slingers Oak Ridge Eton College Presbyterian Clinton D. C High Point Harry Bolick Bock Appalachian Bolick

Penn Downs Brown 48 to 6 at Franklin Field

The University of Pennsylvania football team defeated Brown University 48 to 6 before 35,000 at Franklin Field. Pennsylvania scored two quick touchdowns and dominated the game with sharp play on both offense and defense.

Philadelphia University of Pennsylvania Brown University Franklin Field

Tigers subdue Razorbacks in rain soaked LSU clash

Louisiana State University Tigers defeated the University of Arkansas Razorbacks 19 to 7 before 15 000 fans at the Louisiana State fair in Shreveport. Heavy footing due to rain hindered both teams as LSU relied on hard running to control the game while Arkansas threatened with aerial gains.

Shreveport Louisiana State University Tigers University of Arkansas Razorbacks Arkansas Parkers Brown Razorbacks Louisiana

Penn Backfield Powers Past Princeton Line

In the first three periods the Penn backfield, led by Lew Elverson and Franky Murray, outpaced Princeton after a strong line. Elverson scored two touchdowns, Murray matched him with two and added five consecutive extra points from placement.

Penn Princeton Lew Elverson Franky Murray Quakers Elverson Murray

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