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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1935

Page

7

Reeves and Berens Lead Dayton Past Ohio Hit

Ohio University remained unbeaten at home with a 46 to 29 win over Dayton. Reeves and Berens combined for most of the Bobcats points while Corbett and Leichtle provided Dayton’s early threat in a lopsided non conference clash at Athens.

Ohio University University of Dayton Dayton Bobcats Ohio Flyers Bobcat Bill Reeves Beanie Berens Reeves Berens Leichtle Scholle Stan Corbett Corbett Hio Ory Reichiey Atieserere A TEES Oarnqoesse Rockman O Corbett Alexander Ae Grey Bey Armbruster Kanisler Tota Sea Rens Packard Reich Yrgesmas Ae McCarty Hoa Es

Baer Tops King in Four Round Fight to Cement Heavyweight Reign

Baer lands a powerful knockout of King in four rounds, boosting his standing as heavyweight champion. The bout drew fan excitement despite a murky undercard, with observers praising Baer’s ferocity and showmanship while noting a revival appeal for the sport. The victory adds to Baer’s marketable aura as promotions eyed further big-name showdowns and potential vaudeville appearances.

Baer Kingky Chicago Butcher Boy Pretty Boy Jack Levinsky Beer Max Lothario

Shoe Sales Rise 15 Percent for First Half, Report Says

Roger R nsmouth of the Ona Boot and Shoe Manufacturers Association reports a 15 percent increase in shoe manufacturing for the first six months of the year. He notes stock shortages and replenishment needs amid a tabled rise in demand for better grade shoes.

ULS Roger A Rnsmouth, O Ona Boot and Shoe Manu’ Association

Private sale of Salt Creek church property approved

Judge M Whitcraft orders sale of church property in Salt Creek after a long period of unused status. The sale may proceed privately with court permission, following prior application for the right.

Church of Athority M. Whitcraft Salt Creek

Cincinnati Plans Tax Levy Cut as Model of Good Government

Cincinnati announced a 1934 levy rate of 16.85 mills, about five mills per dollar lower than the 1933 rate of 21.44, signaling a new deal for taxpayers. Despite salary cuts for employees earning $1,500 or less and partial restorations for higher brackets, the city maintains a model of prudent governance.

Cincinnati

Boxers Crown Winners in Two Matches

In San Francisco Jim Landos of New York 206 defeated Joe Mekewiz of Utica New York 200 by fall in a two hour limit match. In San Diego Man Mountain Dean of Norcross Georgia 317 beat Frank Speer 225 Georgie 950 Chief Little Wolf 210 of Los Angeles in straight falls.

Associated Press San Francisco Jim Landos New York Joe Mekewiz Utica N. Y San Diego Calif Man Mountain Dean Norcross Frank Speer Georgie Chief Little Wolf Los Angeles Pat ‘Shocker East Lake City

Intersectional Games Help Basketball Gain Favor

Nat Holman argues that inter sectional games boost basketball's popularity across the nation. He notes Notre Dame and NYU draw large crowds at Madison Square Garden and foresees Olympic inclusion and intensified AAU and sectional tournaments. He cites Dr Phog Allen stating global participation exceeds 18 million players.

Nat Holman College of the City of New York Notre Dame New York University Madison Square Garden Kentucky Duquesne Purdue Basketbball Phog Allen Kansas

Bishops and Bearcats Win

Cincinnati defeated Indiana Central Teachers College 37 to 32 as Carl Austing scored 13 for the Bearcats. Mount Union led by Swope with 24 points and 35 assists defeated Hiram 88 to 25 at Warren. Toledo, Muskingum, Capital and Ohio Northern also played Ohio Conference games with Muskingum beating Capital 42 to 23 in Columbus.

Carl Austing University of Cincinnati Cincinnati Indiana Central Teachers’ College Ohio Delaware Ohio Wesleyan Marshall College Warren Mount Union Swope Kram Hiram Toledo University Ohio Northern Muskingum Capital Columbus

Louis Says He Will Be Ready For Baer Soon

Detroit heavyweight Joe Louis tells reporters in Pittsburgh he will be ready to challenge champion Max Baer about March after a few more bouts. He predicts a quick win against Hans Birkie in a 10 round card with Buddy Mac Arthur and Frankie Sims in the eight round semi final.

Pittsburgh Joe Louis Detroit Max Baer Hans Birkie Louis Baer Louis Birkiego Buddy MacArthur Fairmont W. Va Frankie Sims Cleveland

Louis Will Meet Ramage Again In Outdoor Rematch

Joe Louis, Detroit heavyweight, is signed for an outdoor rematch with Lee Ramage at Wrigley Field on February 1 after transport money was arranged. Louis previously defeated Ramage by technical knockout in Chicago weeks earlier.

Los Angeles Joe Louis Detroit Lee Ramage Hayden Wad Wadhams Avalon Athletic Association Louis Ramage Wrigley Field Santa Anita Chicago

Hambletonian 33 Eligible Trotting Field Named

Thirty three colts and fillies remain eligible for the Hambletonian Stake to be renewed at the Grand Circuit meeting in Goshen New York in August. A $250 payment was made Jan 1 with ten more eligibles than last year. The stake may gross near $35 000 versus $25 000 in 1934 when Lord Jim won. Leading entrants include Lawrence Hanover Greyhound Silver King and Belvedere with strong juvenile records.

New York Jan Goshen H. M. Parshall Urbana Ohio Lord Jim Lawrence Hanover LaSalle Stable Chicago Lexington E. J. Baker St. Charles Silver King E. J. Merkie Columbus, Ohio W. N. Reynolde Belvedere Winston-Salem N.C

Lott and Stoefen Turn Pro in Madison Square Garden Debut

George Lott and Lester Stoefen move from amateur to professional ranks with doubles titles as they face Big Bill Tilden and Ellsworth Vines in Madison Square Garden. An expected 16,500 fans pack the arena for their pro debuts.

New York George Lott Lester Stoefen Madison Square Garden Simon Pyres Bill’ Tilden Ellsworth Vines

Boxing Roundup From Duluth Fargo and Vancouver

At Duluth Jack Moore of Proctor Minnesota outpointed Max Kal brenner of Fargo North Dakota over six rounds. In Fargo Freddie Atkinson of Detroit outpointed Billy Norton of Fargo over six rounds. In Vancouver Gordon Wallace of Vancouver knocked out Ron Headley of Ottawa in eight rounds.

Associated Press Duluth Jack Moore Proctor Minn Max Kalbrenner Fargo N.D Freddie Atkinson Detroit Billy Norton Vancouver B. C Gordon Wallace Ron Headley Ottawa

Reds Schedule 33 Exhibition Games for Spring

The Reds announced a 33 game exhibition slate for spring training in Tampa and surrounding spots. Thirty of the games involve major league opponents including Tigers Giants Yankees Braves and Cubs with five against Toronto Leafs minor league games. The stretch runs March 9 to April 14 ending at Crosley Field with Detroit as the final foe.

Reds Cincinnati Baseball Club Boston Braves Tampa Crosley Field Detroit Tigers Toronto Leafs Yankees Braves St. Petersburg Red Sox Sarasota Tigers Toronto MacPhail Miro Goodman Schott Kampouris Cardinals Giants Charley Dressen Colts Ybor City Dodgers House of David St Petersburg Phillies Tam

Twenty Grand Comes Back in Golden State Handicap

Twenty Grand, noted stakes winner, was set to return at Santa Anita in the seven furlong Golden State Handicap. Trainer Will Brannan said the seven year old would run if the track remains fast, with Silvio Coucei aboard and top weight of 124 pounds. The prep race leads to the Santa Anita Handicap on February 23 against Cavalcade and Equipoise.

Los Angeles Santa Anita Park Will Brannan Greentree Stable Silvio Coucei

Portland Pro Cops Tourney Set for Los Angeles Open

Portland pro golfer Al Zimmerman carried $100 in prize money as he and others prepared for the Los Angeles Open qualifying round at the Los Angeles Country Club. Zimmerman and Henry Weinberger won the Hillcrest Amateur-Pro Championship with a best ball 65 earning $50 each, as 200 plus players entered the field. Notables include Walter Hagen Denny Shute Olin Dutra MacDonald Smith among entrants aiming for the 5000 Open title.

Los Angeles al Zimmerman Portland Ore Hillcrest Henry Weinberger Zimmerman Los Angeles Country Club Walter Hagen Denny Shute Olin Dutra MacDonald Smith

Ambers Fuller and Ross Fight Plans Stir Boxing Marches

York boxing men weigh title chances for Lou Ambers Sam Fuller with Ross and Bar. Ambers seeks a title bout posting 25 000 bond while Fuller posts 5000. Ambers backers argue a Ross defense against either Ambers Fuller or Klick could draw bigger gates.

York Boxing Commission Lou Ross Barney Frankie Klick N Mamia Othor Welter Nois Boxing Commission Sammy Fuller Sammy Klick Ambers Fuller Harry Dublinsky Tony Canzoneri

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Reeves and Berens By Mitch Dempsey Baltimore Jack Westrope Monta Anita Autremont Carera Mickey Calfeet Gus Dorais Western Grand & Hanley Prd Wilmer Uncle Sam Bishops Bearcats Marshall Champ Hambletonian Lott and Stoefen Orlando Lakeland Winter Haven St. Augustine Savannah Charleston N. C Charlotte Columbia 8. C Florence Durham Lynchburg Annex Sarney Ross Lou Ambers Gree Law Johnny Jadick Tony Herrer Herkimer Brown Canzoneri Jackson Benny Bass Honey Boy Finnegan Peter Jackson Bobby Pacho Yuma Barney Ross Tony Canzonett Illinois Im Gure Basketball CHNO Logan's Ami Men's Gym
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