Duke Loses Undefeated Status to Tennessee in Homecoming
In Knoxville on October 27, Tennessee defeated Duke 14 to 6 to topple the Blue Devils from the national unbeatens list. Led by Corky Cornelius and Clarence Parker, Duke led at halftime before a third-quarter rally by Tennessee, which included a touchdown by Toby Palmer after a Dickens pass and two subsequent Tennessee scores. Duke threatened late but failed to reach the goal line. Tennessee had 11 first downs to Duke’s four.
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LSU Thunders Past Vanderbilt In Huey Long Era Gridiron Tale
Louisiana State led by Abe Mickal crushed Vanderbilt 29 to 20 in Nashville as a crowd of nearly 20,000 watched. Huey Long attended with 135 piece band and 1,600 Cadets as LSU pressed to the Southeast Conference race. Mickal starred with scoring drives and kicks while LSU’s defense stifled the Commodores throughout the game.
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Wolves Tie UNC In Offense-Limited 7-7 Duel
North Carolina State and UNC fought to a 7-7 tie at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill before 14 000 fans. The Tar Heels took an early lead on a Dick Dashiell to Charlie Shaffer touchdown, while the Wolfpack answered with a second-halfsscore by Howard Bartles after a sequence of fumbles and strong defense. Ray Rex and Roy helped stall UNC passes late, as the teams combined for 13 fumbles and minimal yardage beyond the decisive scores.
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Madagascar Coffee Exports Rise to 1933 Total
Madagascar exported 15 000 tons of coffee in 1933 up from 13 000 tons in 1932, reflecting growth in cocoa production and trade patterns during the period.
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Statistics Show North Carolina Edges North Carolina State In Yards
North Carolina dominated the stat sheet in the annual gridiron clash at Chapel Hill on October 27. First downs and yardage favored the Tar Heels as NC State faced steady defensive pressure throughout the game.
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Maryland shuts out Florida 21 to 0 at Municipal Stadium
Maryland’s strong rushing and sharp passing attack overwhelmed Florida as the Terrapins scored two quick touchdowns in the second period, added a field goal and another TD late, securing a 21 to 0 victory in Baltimore. Florida’s offense struggled throughout the rainy afternoon.
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Carolina Harriers Open Season With 15 49 Win Over NC State
In Chapel Hill on October 27, the Carolina Harriers defeated North Carolina State 15 to 49 in the season opener. Top NC State runner Fallon finished seventh as NC State placed its runners behind Carolina lead pack.
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Generals Rally To Beat Virginia Tech In Narrow Showdown
Washington and Lee's Generals trailed Virginia Tech 7 0 entering the fourth quarter but surged to a 13 7 victory before about 8000 at Lexington. Captain Sam Monk Mattox connected on a 16 yard pass to Charlie Smith for the decisive score, with Arnold blocking interference.
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Duke and Vanderbilt Fall as Slates Are Cleared
The article reports Duke Blue Devils losing 14-6 to Tennessee and Vanderbilt Commodores vanquished 29-0 by LSU. Alabama and Tulane win, Minnesota dominates, Illinois edges Michigan 7-6, and several teams bolster or threaten title chances across conferences.
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Colgate Uses Dizzy Feats To Beat Holy Cross 20 7
In Worcester Massachusetts on October 27 Colgate toppled Holy Cross 20 to 7 before 23000 fans. Four Colgate players Steve Kuk Gene Kern Clair Lyon and Harry Bausch produced early touchdowns as Colgate halted Holy Cross title hopes. Colgate scoring included touchdowns by McDonough Bausch and Kuk with Lyon Irwin and placements adding points. Holy Cross tallied a touchdown by Callan and O Connor added the extra.
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Tulane Defeats Georgia Tech With Second Quarter Punch
In New Orleans on October 27 Tulane edged Georgia Tech 20 to 12 to stay undefeated in the Southeastern Conference. Monk Simons scored on a sparkling run and Harold Memtsas caught a TD pass in the second quarter. Tech answered with a strong third and fourth period passing attack led by L C Hays and Shorry Roberts, but Tulane's defense and timely plays, including a Bradley Brownson interception return, preserved the win.
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Western Carolina Defeats Milligan in Homecoming Clash
Western Carolina Teachers College claimed a 9 to 0 homecoming win over Milligan college. Schachner connected on a 15 yard pass to Roberts for the score, then added a late field goal as WA TC built a 15 to 5 advantage in total yards.
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World imitates unlikely honor amid bold claims
China Japan and Germany stake claim to the title amid a quirky dispute over the world’s macaroni honor with playful rhetoric and national pride.
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Burbank Chestnut Trees Produce Early Nuts
Burbank varieties grew chestnut trees that bore nuts at six months old while only a few inches tall, illustrating rapid early development in the cultivar.
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Virginia Cavaliers rally to upset VMI 17–13 in tight fourth quarter
Virginia rallies from a 7–4 deficit to beat the favored VMI Cadets 17 to 13 in a wild fourth quarter. Leonard Trell recovered a fumble for 65 yards for the winning touchdown as Virginia exploited Cadet errors and a late surge to secure the upset.
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Princeton Tigers Roll Over Cornell 46-0 in Classic
Princeton defeated Cornell 46 to 0 in Newark New Jersey the Tigers scoring six touchdowns after crossing on the fourth play. The rout extended the long rivalry with Princeton matching the 1893 high score and solidifying its lead in the series.
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Navy Grounds Penn as Clark Sparks Middies Win
At Franklin Field Navy defeated Penn 17 to 0 before about 60 000. Navy back Bill Clark starred with powerful runs and punts while Buzz Berries was held in check by Penns defense. Navy scored on a 3 0 drive and a late goal line pass for the final margin as Penn fell short.
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Blue Stockings and Indians Battle to Scoreless Tie in North Carolina
Presbyterian Blue Stockings and Catawba Indians battled to a scoreless tie at Clinton S C. Both defenses stifled drives as the Blue Stockings held the Indians to 14 first downs and 213 yards, while the Indians’ line proved impregnable and turnovers limited scoring chances. Higbe starred for Presbyterian with punt returns and end runs, and Dinges anchored Catawba’s defense with strong safeties.
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Desert Sheepmen Use Straw for Water Supply
In the western deserts sheepmen scatter straw over snow drifts to slow melting and extend water resources through early dry spells, a simple method that sustains flocks longer.
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Barbering gender gap highlighted in early 20th century views
A study notes strong wrists are key to first class barber work and claims men are more popular and successful hairdressers than women, reflecting gender bias in the trade.
Trains Ride Smoother in Heat as Rails Expand
Rail lines expand in hot weather causing length increases of hundreds of yards per 400 miles. Authorities report trains ride smoother when rails slightly lengthen, easing track stresses and improving alignment during peak heat.
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