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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1930

Page

9

Redlegs Fall as Ruth Boots Homer Hurtful Losses

Giants, Pirates, and Senators extend streaks with multiple wins. Giants rout Brooklyn 106 to 4 as Andy Reese hits a grand slam pursuit. Pirates beat Cubs 9 to 6 while Grimes debuts with Boston in a 13 to 0 win over Philadelphia. Senators top Athletics 11 to 6 as Goslin hits a homer double and single. Ruth homers for the Yankees but they fall 8 to 7 to the Red Sox.

United Press New York Giants Pittsburgh Pirates Washington Senators Giants Pirates Senators Brooklyn Ebbets Vield Andy Reese Guy Busn Chicago Cubs George Fisher St. Louis Cardinals Cincinnati Fisher Klein Gabby Street Haines Wilson Cardinals Burleigh Grimes Braves Cissell Vic Sorrell Indians Detroit Cleveland Tigers Wesley Ferrell Babe Ruth New York Yankees Boston Red Sox

Four Good Fights Carded Today Across Cities

Important bouts scheduled tonight include Tommy Loughran versus Ernie Schaff in Philadelphia ten rounds heavyweight. Gorilla Jones meets Bucky Lawless in Holyoke middleweight action. Larry Gains challenges Roberto Roberts in Milan ten rounds heavyweight. Kid Chocolate faces Johnny Ericsson in Toronto featherweight ten rounds.

New York U.R Tommy Loughran Ernie Schaff Philadelphia Gorilla Jones Bucky Lawless Holyoke Mass Larry Gains Roberto Roberts Milan Italy Kid Chocolate Johnny Ericksson Toronto

Mrs Harner Killed in Auto Crash Near Dela

Mrs Cora J Harner 59 wife of Henry J Harner and mother of Fred Harner died from injuries Sunday after an auto crash at the State Route 161 Three Cs Highway junction near Dela She died at White Cross Hospital Columbus after the wreck Mrs Harner leaves two daughters Mrs Frank Wilson near Dela Arlington Vt and Mrs Charles Linsey of Arlington Vt Also surviving are her husband and son and other relatives.

Chesterhill Cora J. Harr Henry J. Harner Pennsville Fred Harner Chester- 1 Whites Hospital Columbus Injel Xenia Cora Harner Dela Ides Harner Charles Linsey Arlington Frank Wilson

Behavior and senior students sup by Miss Anne Pickering

In this Athens headline from the Athens Big Beacon, Miss Anne Pickering leads a school event with senior students in a spring showcase. The item highlights the latest activities at the Athens school. specifics are partial in the provided fragment.

Wea Miss Anne Pickering

Drake Relays Set Multiple Track Records at Des Moines

At the 1930 Drake Relays in Des Moines 2,800 athletes from 30 universities 37 colleges and about 100 high schools challenged nine new standards. Illinois and Marquette combined for four records including Illini 440 relay in 41-7-10 and a shuttle hurdle relay mark. Tulane and Abilene Christian also set notable marks in relay events.

Des Moines U.P West Middle West Illinois Marquette Illini Mlinois Tulane Fleet Abilene Christian University

Man Who Murdered Superintendent Seeks Hang

Carl Panz an inmate at Leavenworth Kansas federal penitentiary declares he is too mean to live and asks for execution. He is under death sentence and if carried out would be the first man hanged in Kansas in over 30 years.

Carl Panzran Federal Penitentiary Leavenworth Kan Supt R. G. Warnke Kansas

Mystery Ford Auto Found in Cleveland River Mouth

In Cleveland on April 23 investigators recovered part of the auto chassis and bones from Carl Piter, 22, who vanished October 15, 1928. The car lay under 20 feet of water at the mouth of the Cuyahoga River. police suppose he drove the vehicle into the river after becoming confused. The body of the car was not located.

Cleveland U.R Carl Piter Cuyahoga River William G. Schumaker Cleveland Engineering & Construction Company Riter

Baseball standings and results from Sunday and Monday schedule

American Association led by Louisville Toledo St Paul and Milwaukee show mixed records as the National and American Leagues list teams with wins losses and percentages. Sunday results include Columbus over Kansas City and Milwaukee 9 6 Louisville 10 St Paul 5 and more while Monday games feature Kansas City at Columbus Milwaukee at Toledo Minneapolis at Indianapolis and others.

Louisville Cee Toledo St. Paul Columbus Indianapolix Rautens Washington St. Louis Ecaee Cleveland Philadelphia Beaton Tire Detroit New York Pittsburgh Boston Seveccau Il Chicage Bt. Laule Cseseee & T Cineinmati O.oo Brooklyn O American Association Kansas City Milwaukee Indianapolis Minneapolis Chicago Cincinnati Brooklyn Louisyville

Ohio University pool finals set after Easter schedule

The Men’s Union sponsored pool tournament at Ohio University will end Thursday after a postponed week. Tuesday evening features Lawrence versus Parsons at 7:30, Miller against Leonard at 8:15, Bright versus Shanahan at 9:00, and Mack against Parks at 9:30. Winners advance to Wednesday semifinals, with Thursday night championship and cup stake.

Ohio University Men's Union John Lawrence Walter Parsons Joe Miller Ralph T.eonard George Bright Joseph Shanahan Frank Mack IE. W. Parks

Don to pilot Prince of Wales over English Channel

Air Squadron Leader D.8. Don is selected to fly the Prince of Wales from Marseilles to London on the final stage of the return trip from Africa. Wales spent several weeks there hunting big game.

Prince of Wales D. 8. Don Marseilles London Africa Wales

Dempsey to Return for Mayo Clinic Examination

Former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey will visit Mayo Brothers Clinic in Rochester Minnesota next week for another physical examination. Reports say the tests may influence rumors of a possible return to boxing, though outcome remains uncertain.

Chicago U.P Jack Dempsey King Mayo Bros. Clinic Rochester Minn Dempsey

Notable Women Named in Local Social Register Dinner

The social column lists Margaret Johnson Charles McKinley Arabella Chute Helen Townsend Dorothy Radford Clara Belle Bailey Margaret Porter Eugenia Lawson Catherine Campbell Leota McCoy Mildred Murphy Mary Jones and Julia Logic as guests at the city charity event signaling a prominent local social circle.

Margaret Johnson Charles McKinley Arabella Chute Helen Townsend Dorothy Radford Clara Belle Bailey Margaret Porter Eugenia Lawson Catherine Campbell Leota McCoy Mildred Murphy Mary Jones Julia Logic

Fifth Period Art Class Designs and Decor Projects

A student describes art class activities including half inch square dress goods designs and a decor board project using green paper and cut-out flowers. The narrative shifts to a journaling moment about a book report and a late realization of being in another person’s path during a collision with a red-haired teacher.

Son

Spanish Club Discusses Barcelona Interest and Heritage

Members of the Spanish Club gathered Wednesday to explore Barcelona's industry architecture and institutions. Margaret Johnson led the session with Rita Smith and Delmar Hulbert providing special reports, while Helen Townsend highlighted historic sites. The meeting closed with Mary Moran’s Spanish poem Excelsior.

Barcelona Margaret Johnson Rita Smith Delmar Hulbert Helen Townsend Mary Moran

Hi-Y Club Banquet Planned at Presbyterian Church

Ri is arranging a dinner at the Presbyterian Church on Tuesday April 29 at 6 o'clock. Speakers include Robert Worthman on the Meaning of Ti-Y and Walter P. Porter closing the program. Music by Joe Bardin and Robert Bingman. Others listed are Dr. D. H. Biddle Oliver Wood John Preston A L Hughes. The event ends with a friendship circle.

Presbyterian Church Robert Worthman Joe Bardin Robert Bingman D. H. Biddle Oliver Wood John Preston A. L. Hughes Walter P. Porter

Athens High selects Captain Applejack for senior play

Allan A. Nellis, Athens High School dramatics director, says plans advance for the annual senior play. Walter Mackett wrote Captain Applejack, the chosen production.

Allan A. Nellis Dramatics Athens High School Walter Mackett Captain Applejack The

Play Tryouts Set as May 28 Date Approaches

Tryouts are underway this week for the upcoming play with many performers expected to audition and compete for roles. The performance is scheduled for May 28.

Six More Weeks Report Cards Sent to Parents

Report cards for the second six weeks of the semester will be sent to parents on Wednesday at noon. High school students will begin the last six weeks of the current school year following distribution.

Study Hall and Desks Describe School Spaces

A study hall serves as a quiet area to catch up on sleep while desks provide a resting spot for worn out gum. References mention a book in the book case and pictures of a pretty girl in art. Juice stands for electricity and science involves lab experiments. Home is a small building on the same lot as the garage.

Senators Top Athletics in 4 of 5 Games

Washington Senators climb to first in the American League by taking four of five from the Philadelphia Athletics. Lefty Grove struggled. Rube Walberg paced the A’s in a 9 0 loss. Notable players include Rice Myer Croslin Loepp Cronin and Judge. Cotched by a 6 game win streak.

New York Washington Senators Philadelphia Athletics Athletics Senators Philadelphia Connie Mack Lefty Grove Rube Walberg Grove Yankees Walberg Washington Walter Johnson George Loepp Sam West Buddy Myer Gluege Joe Cronin Lloyd Brown Texas Irving Hadley Wurowasa Sam Rice Goose Croslin Rice Myer Gostin Judge

Burns Fatal in Gallipolis Kitchen Fire

Crousina Spriggs daughter of a Jackson County farmer died in a Gallipolis hospital from burns after her clothing caught fire from a kitchen stove. The tragedy occurred Sunday at her home, prompting a deadly accident report from local authorities.

Gallipolis Crousina Spriggs Jackson County

HITTERS Name and Club Team Totals

The list shows players and clubs with hit totals and runs. Key figures include Waner of the Pirates with 16 hits in 54 at bats and 10 runs scored. Suhr of the Pirates with 9 hits and 4 runs. Gehrig and Klein among others.

Gabra Pot Waner Pirates Pisher Cardinals Suhr Ott Giants Stephenson Cubs NS Jackson Glamta Simons Athletics Klein Phillies Gehrig Yankees Wilson

Louis Dailey Directs Net Stars For European Tour

Louis B. Dailey president of the United States Lawn Tennis Association will sail May 16 with three Wightman Cup players aboard the Scythia to direct the U S team in matches against England at Wimbledon June 13 and 14 He will also study opposition to the open tennis amendment and attend the Wimbledon tournament and Davis Cup events in Europe.

New York U.ri Louis B. Dailey United States Lawn Tennis Association Europe Scythia United States Wimbledon Dailey International Federation Paris

Slugging Day in American Association Baseball

Summary of four games with teams like Columbus Kansas City Toledo Milwaukee Louisville St Paul and Minneapolis reporting runs hits and errors. Highlights include Milwaukee winning in ten innings 6 to 5 Toledo loss due to errors and Saint Paul defeat by Louisville 10 to 6 with Nikola and Murphy pitching.

Columbus U.pr American Association Kansas City Senators Toledo Milwaukee Brewers Siyan McQuillan Wingard Louisville St. Paul Saints Colonels Nikola Murphy Penner Thheup Minneapolis Indianapolis Millers Cvengros

Buckeye Poet Stuns Western Colts in Preparatory Derby Win

Buckeye Poet trained by Col. Bradley surged to victory in a mile race against top Western contenders. The colt, a son of Black Toney and May Bird, is aimed at the Kentucky Derby May 17 after another strong showing on a cuppy track. Possible Derby main rivals like Dedicate falter, while Tannery and Gallant Fox figures as dangers in future prep events.

Lexington Buckeye Poet Edeward Bradley Sterling Col. Bradley Black Toney May Bird Eddie Legree Idie Hour Farm H. J Dick) Thompson Louisville Dedicate Bradley Colt Dedi Cate F. Pritchard A. Baker Gallant Fox Wood Memorial Jamaica

Hounds Defeat Jackson Club In Slug Fest

The Indians scratched out a win over the Jackson club in a slugfest as the Indians tallied once and the Millers eight runs. Hurlers were used by both sides in a high scoring game.

Ihounds Jackson Club Indians Millers

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