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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1948
Page
8
Virginia Tech band paraded in front of Duke stands at Roanoke during halftime amid a crowd unsteady in response. A chorus of school pride rose and fell as the moment passed without the expected fight song.
The Enterprise argues against subsidized football at Carnegie Tech, asserting a modest program can still win games while emphasizing academic standards. It contends football is essential for public relations but warns that paid play shifts focus from scholars and undermines overall collegiate goals.
Clemson College Tigers seek leadership in the bowl rivalry as they host the Boston College Eagles Friday night at Boston. The Tigers bring an undefeated record and top national ranking, relying on a strong line, running game with Gage Cox Mathews Cone and clutch plays from Salisbury Prince Thompson.
Whitworth Ferguson, Park County Club president, reports a helicopter hovered near the 10th hole. The pilot touched the pin from the cup and replaced it after the foursome finished, then withdrew.
Don Black, pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, left Charity hospital after six weeks. He suffered a brain hemorrhage during a game with the St. Louis Browns in Cleveland on October 25.
High Point High School's Black Bison prep for a conference game in Asheville after a 13-6 win over Charlotte. Coach Tony Simeon notes need for corrections, new plays to improve inside the opponents 20 yard line. Fumbles worry the squad as three turnovers limited scoring in the latest contest.
Round-Up notes Carnegie Tech students paint campus signs calling for improved football. hints at de-emphasis effects and rivalry with Pitt. Mentions a quip about Pitt beating a big nine foe and a joke about referee Jay Berwanger.
In his first LSU varsity game Billy Baggett endured rough play as an opponent repeatedly tackled his legs. In the second game he lay down to avoid a stomped face injury. Against Georgia last week more nose marks appeared. teammates nicknamed him Carpet Baggett.
Francis Bagwell once served as Penn water boy and sparked a Navy game win. Bill Macbride, Eagles quarterback and former mascot, also started as water toter. Scouts shift to waterfront talent as Browns farm clubs boost business. The "we beat Citation" club plans its first winter meeting at Hialeah in January with Saggy and Bewitch expected.
Clint Albright, 21, a Ranger rookie and mechanical engineering student, is noted as the only major league hockey player who wears glasses during games. The piece recalls Stan Saplin persuading him to pursue engineering after earning $30,000, rather than turning pro.
North Carolina star Charlie Justice extended his lead in the Southern Conference scoring parade with 42 points as Carolina routed Louisiana State 34-7. Jack Cloud of William and Mary tied for second with Bill Gregus of Wake Forest after a 7-6 loss to St Bonaventure. Cox was fourth with 29 points for UNC. The schedule features top opponents like Duke vs Georgia Tech and NC State at Wake Forest as the league eyes a hot weekend.
John A. Cunningham of Charlotte was elected president of the North Carolina Aero Club at a Raleigh meeting attended by over 100 members. Bob Ridenhour Jr. of Concord became first vice president, A. M. Carroll of Taras as second vice president, and Bill Sample of Charlotte was secretary treasurer. Directors named include James A. Pennington Wilmington E A Woods Jr Andrews John Geitner Hickory and Wilbur Raynor Louisburg.
Duke wingback Bill Cox, a 19 year old sophomore, emerged as a breakout performer after a 105 yard rushing day and 54 yards through the air in his early games. He has sped past two fumbles to become a key late season contributor with potential for a bright 1949 outlook.
Frank Stranahan of Toledo Ohio won the Mexican amateur championship by defeating Charles Kooi s of Detroit 9 and 7 He already held the British and Canadian amateur titles and added the Mexican crown as he pursues a rare international sweep.
A frog does not use lungs to breathe underwater. Nostrils stay closed while the skin acts as a gill, allowing respiration through its body surface.
Harry Grabiner, who rose from peanut vendor to vice president of the Chicago White Sox, died in a coma 48 hours after brain tumor surgery. He served 41 years with the Comiskey Club, later joined Bill Veeck with the Indians, and had a long AL service record ending with roles as general manager and vice president during the 1917 World Series era. He entered St Luke’s Hospital for a routine exam that revealed the tumor.
In Los Angeles on October 25 Gene Bearden, a World Series hero, was roughed up by his Cleveland teammate Satch Paige. Paige pitched three spotless innings as Kansas City Royals rallied for a 4-3 win in front of 13,552 spectators.
College football moves into the back stretch as top teams battle for bowl bids. California and Northwestern loom for Rose and Sugar/Orange considerations, while Michigan and Notre Dame reinforce or shed hopes. Navy, Penn State, and others stumble or rebound as title races tighten.
High Point College prepares for a homecoming game against Guilford under Millis Stadium lights after a 20 14 loss to Appalachian State. Coach Ralph James notes the need for disciplined play and strong preparation to challenge Doc Newton and the Quakers.
New York report notes sixteen teams dropped from perfect records last week leaving 36 with flawless marks. Army and Cornell lost in major clashes while Middlebury and Trinity (Conn) split, Penn State fell after a 14 14 tie with Michigan State. Other cited teams include California, Michigan, Notre Dame, North Carolina, Georgia Tech, Nevada, Penn, and Clemson.
Dan Hill of Duke University will address the High Point Touchdown Club meeting at Bay Street School and show Blue Devil football films. President Dc W Patterson expects the largest turnout of the season as Duke faces Georgia Tech this week. Members urged to arrive by 7 30 to join and fill membership cards.
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