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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1924
Page
4
High Point outfielder Sam La Voie writes from Toledo where he wintered and now serves in the police bureau. He plans to coach football on return and hopes to play basketball, praising High Point fans and club officials for their support.
The High Point football squad under Coach Jack Boylin heads to Lexington for the opening game of the 1924 season. Fans expect many reserves and a large turnout as 40 players strive for spots. Boylin aims to test candidates more than chase a win, promising bright prospects for the fall.
The Washington Senators have waited for a pennant and appear likely this season. Since entering the American League in 1901, Clark Griffith led the club from 1912 to 1919, finishing second twice and ending his management in 1919 before returning as owner. Stanley Harris has built a stronger, more competitive team, driving improvements that show in their current winning form.
In National standings St. Louis leads with 3, followed by Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 4, and New York 4. In the American Association Indianapolis 2, St. Paul 4, Columbus 4, Kansas City 7, Louisville 12, Rage 14, Toledo 5, Milwaukee 6.
New York ailed by Giants and Pirates clash as Artie Nehl and Meusel homer, sending Pirates to a third straight defeat. McGraw’s Giants close in on the pennant with two wins needed in remaining games. Robins challenge as St Louis falls to Phillies. Yankees and Senators look to resume action.
Review notes that the Lynn Starling comedy Meet the Wife opened in New York last November and remains a strong survivor. Since July it has run for the third and fourth times, drawing a wider audience thanks to strong merit and tasteful production by Jules Hurtig. Mabel Brownell stars with a capable cast, and reasonable prices invite renewed attendance.
Havre de Grace Maryland September 24 The fall racing season on Maryland mile tracks opens today with a ten day meet featuring three $10,000 races starting with the Eastern Shore handicap a six furlong event for 2 year olds on opening day. An entry list includes many of the season’s swiftest young horses. The track is in splendid condition and fast times are expected.
The article notes Johnny Tobin of the St. Louis Browns and Ernie Johnson with the New York Yankees as two of the last Federal Leaguers still active in the majors. It lists six others who played for teams like Boston, Buffalo, Newark, Pittsburgh, and the Boston Braves, then recalls Benny Kauff and Lee Magee as notable Feds whose major league careers ended amid controversy or poor conduct.
John W. Davis campaigned across southern West Virginia on his Democratic presidential bid, speaking at coal country towns along the Norfolk and Western line. He stressed anti corruption themes and a pledge to serve the people, renewing ties with home folk as he continues toward Bluefield tonight and more stops at Williamson and Welch.
In Geneva on Sept 24 Germany was admitted to the 1928 Olympic Games at Amsterdam Netherlands and the games will proceed as scheduled with Germany listed among entrants.
A home treatment by Dr. Leonhardt named Hem-Roid is advertised for internal piles. The remedy, sold by Randall's Pharmacy, claims to remove the internal cause and improve blood circulation in the lower bowel. It promises safe lasting relief and avoids surgery.
Baron Pierre de Coubertin, president of the International Olympic Committee, curtails remarks in an article slated for the next issue of the Revue de Genève.
A French count was arrested in New York on bootlegging suspicions, but authorities question whether the count is truly connected to illicit liquor trades as many bootleg suspects resemble titled figures. The incident highlights confusion over identity amid ongoing prohibition era enforcement.
Dugan of New York is praised as a premier American League third baseman with strong defense and power. Groh and Traynor show declines this season, while Bluege Haney Jones and Stock are noted for defense, versatility, and potential. Evans ranks Dugan ahead of Groh and Traynor for the Series.
Detroit travels to Chicago while Washington visits Boston and New York plays Philadelphia. No other games are on the schedule today.
Bill Farlowe a Wilson Motor mechanic drew attention by making a toy train from Ford parts and today displayed a steamboat airplane and a cannon crafted entirely from Ford parts in the shop display window. He has been praised for his inventive work.
Peking September 25. Foreign legations dispatched a memorandum regarding ongoing negotiations. Details remain unfinished as officials review terms and possible responses.
The document to General Chang Tso-Lin disclaims interference in current hostilities between Chan and the Peking government but warns that if foreign lives are lost or foreign property is destroyed, Chinese authorities would be held responsible.
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