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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1936

Page

15

Yawkey Defends Red Sox Finances Amid Criticism

Scotty Reston reports Tom Yawkey owner of the Red Sox rejects claims of excessive spending and says his concern is not to break the bank. He cites tentative working agreements with other clubs and notes existing deals with Syracuse, Little Rock, the Bi-State League, and Rocky Mount as evidence of balanced operations.

Oing Yawkey Brest Key Red Sox Awkey Evans Syracuse International League Little Southern Association Ijie Rocky Mount N. C

Highway Department Team Wins Athens City Bowling League Title

After 36 weeks the Highway Department bowling team captured the league championship at Athens Bowling Alleys with a 1 756 total across three games, beating Sinclair 31 pins. Beanie Haddox and Beanies led the second half, while T E Mac McFarland posted a 540 series and 217 high game. A celebration will honor the Highway victory with owner Cc Fe Thomas hosting at the alleys. Delta Tau Delta and Beta Theta Pi conclude the Ohio University Fraternity League across two rival leagues.

Athens City Highway Department Sinclair Athens Morgan Haddox T. E Mac McFarland Cc. FE. Thomas Ohio University Fraternity Thomas Delta Tau Delta Beta Theta Pi Celts Betas

Ligers Picked in American Baseball Outlook

Baseball notes assess rosters and prospects for key teams. Players named include DiMaggio, Lazzeri, Foxx, Rogell, and Harder. Indians and White Sox face pitching depth questions while Yankees youth like DiMaggio await major league status.

Baker, Ex-Secretary of War, Will Not Seek Re election

Newton D. Baker, former secretary of war, says he will not seek another term as chairman of the Democratic County Central Committee, a post he has held for 26 years.

Cleveland Newton D. Baker Democratic County Central Committee

Canton Club May Become Boston Farm

ZANESVILLE officials of seven Mid Atlantic baseball clubs hope Boston will establish a farm in Canton to form an eight club loop this season. A decision was expected in days as talks continued with Boston officials and a May 7 start looms.

Zanesville Boston Canton Joe Carr Columbus Elmer Dailey Mid- Atlantic Mid-Atlantic Beckley W. Va Johnstown Ohio State League Harry Smith Ohio State Loop Daily

Fight Results From AP Midwest and West Coast Cards

In Baltimore Lew Raymond of Baltimore outpointed Jose Allen of Camden New Jersey by eight rounds. In Detroit Charney Belanger of Winnipeg outpointed Stanley Kivans of Highland Park Michigan ten rounds. In Oakland Andre Lenglet of France outpointed Frankie Hammer of Oakland ten rounds. In Anaconda Clem Lonbright of Portland and Kid Rappatoe of Billings drew eight rounds.

Baltimore Lew Raymond Jose Allen Camden N. J Detroit Charney Belanger Winnipeg Stanley Kivans Highland Park Mich Oakland Calif Andre Lenglet France Frankie Hammer Anaconda Mont Clem Lonbright Portland Ore Kid Rappatoe Billings Drew

Buckeye Meet Looms as Bobcats Prep for Track Season

Ohio University coach William Herbert notes cold rainfall has left most Bobcats out of shape. Abel from Ironton aims to pace the 100 and 220 yard sprints the mile relay and the broad jump. Quigley the sophomore pole vaulter eyes 11 feet and beyond as Miami is pegged as Buckeye favorite before the season’s first week.

William Herbert Ohio University Halleck Abel Ironton Hercules Bobcats Owens Kucinskis Power Toppell Raysor Buckeye Quigley Army Armbrust Miami Cincinnati Ohio Wesleyan

Ohio Bell mulls cradle phone monthly charge cut

J C Heiskel publicity rep for Ohio Bell Telephone Co says engineers are studying rate structures including possible reductions in cradle telephone monthly charges.

Cleveland J. C. Heiskel Ohio Bell Telephone Co

Lima Locomotive Works lands order for five oil engines

Lima plant secures an order for five large oil burning locomotives destined for the Louisiana and Arkansas Railroad. The report mentions the French pioneering extensive use of airplanes.

LIMA Lima Locomotive Works Louisiana and Arkansas Railroad

Auction Notice of 615 Inlet Addn Athens Property

In Athens County Ohio case No. 16272 The Mutual Home Savings Association v Maude L Fenzel et al proceed to public sale of real estate at the Athens County Courthouse on Monday May 11 1936 at 1 30 PM. Property 615 J C Campbells Addition 64 Stimson Avenue Athens with appraised value 3500 and minimum bid two thirds of that amount. Cash payment required day of sale. Sheriff Charles Stratton and Attorney M D Hughes.

Athens Stimson Avenue Charles Stratton Athens County Ohio M. D. Hughes

WPA to Build Stadium Canton

The Canton school district outlines plans for a new high school stadium costing 235000 dollars. The project includes field facilities and seating to serve students and residents.

WPA Canton

WPA Officials Say Request Will Go To Washington For Approval

WPA officials announced that a proposal will be drawn up and submitted to Washington for final approval, outlining the plans and anticipated outcome.

Washington WPA

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