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Newspaper

High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1928

Page

5

Twins Rally To Tie Postseason With Pointers In Four Run Win

Roy Sullivan silenced the Pointers with a tough four hitter as the Twins collected seven singles off Acosta to tally four runs. Rye homered with one on as Maltby Evans and Reinholz contributed key hits and Meeks scored on a sixth inning error by Bolton witnessed by about 4,000 fans.

Twins Roy Sullivan Acosta Rye Chick’’ Evans Maltby Murphy Sullivan Evans Reinholz Jete Long Meeks Anderson Lundeen Bolton Winston Roper High Point Cleveland Stewart Boone Williams If Lundeen Long Eevee Ford Winston-Salem Walker Taylor

No title given in source

Senator Bolton referenced in a game where Meeks advanced to third on a wild throw. The two teams are set to play in Winston Salem today, weather permitting. if rained out, the game will be moved to tomorrow afternoon in Winston Salem.

Meeks Winston-Salem

Yanks Gain Half Game by Beating St Louis

The Yankees beat St Louis 12 to 2 to trim the margin to a half game and then to a full game as the idle Athletics rested. Hoyt improved to 19-6 after a shutout until the ninth. Kress homered with one on.

YANKS ST. Louis Herbert W. Barker Associated Press Haun Bill McKechnie Miller Huggins Bll St. Louis Cardinals Miller New York Yankees Athletics Yankees Jack Ogden Browns Jack Waite Hoyt Ralph Kress Hoyt Washington Senators Detroit Chicago White Sox Jack Russell Boston Red Sox Cardinals New York Giants Chicago Cubs Jim Bottomley Cards Phils Giants Pittsburgh Pirates Cubs Boston Brooklyn Cincinnati Reds

Wildcats Prep 10 Meet Guilford Saturday

Davidson college Wildcats enter final training before the 1928 opener against Guilford Quakers in North Carolina. Punter Bob Johnson works with a splinted arm and may be sidelined, while Guilford under coach Norman Shepherd hauls in unknown strategies for the season debut.

Davidson Davidson College Wildcats Guilford Quakers North Carolina Bob Johnson Norman Shepherd

Ox Team Draws Tourists Near Digby Nova Scotia

The fast disappearing ox team remains a special attraction for American tourists visiting the Digby area in Nova Scotia as they travel through the region.

Digby Nova Scotia

Sealed bids sought for High Point Fire Chief Roadster

The city of High Point North Carolina invites sealed bids for a fire chief roadster with gray or yellow stock paint and gold Emblem on each door. Bids due by 8 p m October 2 1928 marked Proposals for Fire Chief s Roadster. Include 5 percent certified check. Bid bond not accepted. The city may reject any bid or award to best interest. W A Davis mayor E M Knox city clerk A B Horney fire chief.

High Point North Carolina Craver City of W. A. Davis E. M. Knox A. B. Horney

Fight Card Postponed To Next Tuesday At High Street Arena

Promoter Bob Penny postpones tonight’s weekly card due to forecast bad weather. Five bouts remain on the lineup with Ladies Night free for escorts at ringside next week, and if rain continues the show moves to the American theater. safety concerns cited.

High Street Arena Bob Penny Penny

Cobb and Moore 10 Quit Baseball

The American league loses two famous figures with the retirement of Ty Cobb and Wiley Moore. Cobb announced at Cleveland that he will retire at season's end after 24 years of hits and base stealing. Moore, sidelined by a sore arm, ends his major league run with 19-7 record for the Yankees and a 2.28 ERA last season.

New York Tyrus Raymond Cobb Wiley Moore Cleveland Moore New York Yankees Wiley Yankees Pittsburgh Pirates Miller Huggins Hollis Okla

Boxers Rally In Night of Narrow Decisions

In Associated Press boxing briefs, Joe Dun dee of New York outpoints Johnny Roberts of West Virginia in Charlotte, Jack McCarthy of Chicago defeats Sandy Garrison of Los Angeles in Chicago, Baby Joe Gans stops Cuddy De marco in New York, Young Firpo halts Beri Hilliard in New Castle, Kaye Brown bests Sunny Jim Williams in Galveston, Babe Hunt knocks out Charles Ranger Pond in Oklahoma City.

Charlotte N. C Joe Dundee New York Johnny Roberts Ae W. Va Chica Jack McCarthy Chicago Sandy Garrison Los Angeles Joe Gans Cuddy Demarco Pittsburgh New Castle Young Firpo Louisville Beri Hilliard Toronto Galveston Tex Kaye Brown el Paso Sunny Jim Williams Oklahoma City Babe Hunt Charles Ranger) Pond San Jose Calif

Asheboro High Tackles Reidsville After Rockingham Scrimmage

Coach Marlette drills the Asheboro High grid squad after a Friday win over Reidsville. Hanxins ankle bruise keeps him out. team aims for smooth play against Asheboro Friday. Season ticket sales start this week with high demand expected for home games and major sports events.

Black Bisons Reidsville Hanxins Rockingam County

Moors Allow Divorce If Wife Fails to Bear a Son

Folklore note states among Moors a wife not bearing a son may be divorced with tribal consent and may remarry. The rule emphasizes male issue as essential, reflecting customary family practices observed in historic tribal law.

Gochet Captures U S Tennis Crown After Hectic Rally

Henri Cochet, holder of both United States and French titles, defeated Francis T. Hunter to win the U S championship. Cochet trailed two sets to one and then surged with sharp net play to win 4 6 6 4 3 6 7 5 6 3 in a five set final at Forest Hills.

Forest Hills N. Y United States France Henri Cochet Lyons Francis T. Hunter Henri Cochet

Home Run Leaders From Yesterday’s Games

Summary of yesterday’s baseball results highlights players with top home run totals including Bottomley of the Cardinals Marriett of the Cubs Welsh of the Giants Ott of the Giants Traynor of the Pirates and Kress of the Browns plus leading hitters and notable performances from the day.

Bottomley Cardinals Marriett Wis Giabla Giants Traynor Wes Nn Kress Brown S

Stanford Fullback Stan Hoffmann Aims for All America

After close finishes in two seasons, Stan Hoffmann captain of Stanford hopes to earn a spot on the All America team this year.

Dog Fish Oil Used as Base in Mosquito-Repellent Prep

A historical item notes dog fish oil serving as the base for a preparation intended to deter mosquitoes. The snippet emphasizes its use in protecting people from biting insects.

May Manage Pro Eleven Hinkey Haines Eyes Giants Job

Former Penn State football star Hinkey Haines may take charge of the New York Giants this fall as the NFL team considers him for a managerial role. The report notes Haines’ prior pro and college connections and lists the Giants’ ongoing staffing discussions this season.

Hinkey Haines Penn State New York Giants

Trawlers Named for Long Line Fishing Practice

A fishing vessel using exceptionally long anchored trawl lines is defined as a trawler. The practice involves lines that can extend about a mile with shorter pendants attached.

Great groups of fine ranges at 35 dollars in colors you like

A catalog note advertises sets of ranges priced at 35 dollars, available in a selection of colors chosen by customers. The item emphasizes variety and affordability.

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