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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1932

Page

9

Dempsey Plans September Title Fight in Chicago or New York

Dempsey may fight the Schmeling Sharkey winner in September in Chicago or New York after a possible tune up bout. Leonard Sacks notes Philadelphia or Detroit could host if New York or Chicago falter, with MGM promoters and Joe Jacobs bidding. Meanwhile Athens High faces Pomeroy in a boys game as McKinley outlines a defense to stop Dye and Crow.

Hicago U.P Jack Dempsey New York Chicago Leonard Sacks Dempsey Sacks Sharkey Schmeling Gene Tumney Philadelphia Detroit Chicago Stadium Madison Square Garden Corporation Joe Jacobs Sacramento Calif Middle West National Boxing Association Arkansas Wisconsin Illinois Michigan Minnesota Missouri Montreal Jack Kearns Mickey Walker Walker John V. Clinnin Kearns Athens Farnum Gallipolis Hamden Bulldogs Logan McKinley Panthers Dye Crow Stacy Fields Bolin Spelcer Severson Whipple Logan Junior High Pomeroy

Dodgers face outfield questions with Hack Wilson trio

Mitch notes the Dodgers may field a three man outfield of O'Doul Herman and Wilson with Lewis now on the roster. He warns against too many fly balls creating gaps and jokes the trio could draw fan interest as the season approaches. Wilson is praised for power and O'Doul for contact hitting while acknowledging defensive weaknesses.

Rying Hack Wilson Brooklyn Dodgers Lewis Hack Brooklyn Doui Herman Wilson Dodgers O’doul Usuay Ooklyn Garden

Christner To Meet Dempsey In Cleveland Bout

Akron heavyweight K O Christner was matched to meet Jack Dempsey in a four round exhibition in Cleveland next month. Promoter Joe Lewis secured Christner's consent through manager Luey Welch. Dempsey's camp approved the matchup with Leonard Sachs confirming. Risko declined a four round bid unless it was 10 rounds, turning down $5,000.

Cleveland U.P K. O. Christner Akron Todey Jack Dempsey Joe Lewis Christner Luey Welch Wired Leonard Sachs Dempsey Lewis Johnny Risko

Last Night's Fight Results Across Multiple Arenas

Boxing card results from New York venues include Charley Horn drawing with Georgie Goldberg at 130, Pedro Neves stopped at 136, and Frank Lobianco defeating Jack Seimers in Jamaica. Newark and Wheeling bouts feature Ebbets stopping Collins, and Thomas beating Edelman in ten rounds amid multiple regional showdowns.

New York St. Nicholas Harry Terry Leo Brouse Brooklyn Jamaica Harry Ebbets New Jersey Mike Collins Frank Lobianco Jack Seimers Conrado Conde Cuba Drew Gless Meideg Algeria Mario Pina Argentina Carl Schleiper Germany Jim Farley Astoria Lew Marks al Doukas Carl Arnold Dave la Mar Leo de Lorenzo Newark N. J Sid Orange Wheeling W. Va Joey Thomas Chicago Eddie Edelman Cleveland Thomas Edelman Bobby Brinkman Frankie Vabina Roswell Jony Recco Bellaire Sam Buttera Parkersburg Cyclone Driscoll Columbus Jimmie McMahon Bridgeport Dayton Joe Sekura Coleman Johns Mike Dundee Rock Island Ill Manuel Castro Mexico Buzz Edmonds Cincinnati Kid Wright Richmond Ind

Logan High completes fall football schedule with ten games

Logan High School officials announced a completed fall football schedule with ten games and seven at home. McArthur opens Sept 16, the slate includes Wellston, Lancaster, Middleport, Gallipolis, Jackson, Athens, Pomeroy, Washington D H, and Nelsonville on Nov 24 with an open date Nov 18.

Logan Logan High School Ben Washington, D. H Jackson St. Marys Crooksville Washington D. H McArthur Wellston Lancaster Middleport Gallipolis Athens Pomeroy Open Nelsonville

Guards Edge Celtics In Sharp 23-22 Finish

The Ft. Wayne Guards defeated the Cleveland Rosenblum Celtics 23-22 on a last minute field goal by Carl Husta. The win gives the Guards five wins in nine meetings this season with Cleveland and put them ahead at halftime 9 to 7.

Cleveland Carl Husta Ft. Wayne Ind Cleveland Rosenblum Celtics

Gorilla Jones Crowned Middleweight Champion

Gorilla Jones of Akron Ohio was recognized as the National Boxing Association middleweight champion after a technical knockout of Oddonne Piazza in Milwaukee. Jones, who defeated Piazza in the sixth round after a two count, earned the title last held by Mickey Walker during a NAB tournament run since August. The 4,000 crowd saw Jones overwhelm Piazza with decisive body punches and eye damage.

Milwaukee U.P Gorilla Jones Akron National Boxing Association Mickey Walker Oddonne Piazza Piazza Jones Tiger Thomas Clyde Chastain George Nichols Frankie O’brien Henry Firpo

Basketball Terminology Involves Held Ball And Jump Ball

The text explains terms used in basketball such as held ball and jump ball. It notes held ball occurs when a guarded player or two rivals hold the ball and neither can gain full possession. Officials may call held ball to prevent fouls, though it can encourage rough play.

Logan police seek two missing girls in Ohio town

Columbus police were asked for aid in locating Myrtle Knapper aged 15 and Dorothy Pickett aged 14 who vanished from their homes in Logan.

Columbus Logan Myrtle Knapper Dorothy Pickett

Bobcat Pair Lead Buckeye Scoring Leaders

The Buckeye Conference top scorers include DePauw and Ohio Wesleyan players with George Eubank of DePauw leading at 47 points in six games. Moffett from DePauw and Hendricks of Ohio Wesleyan sit high with 45 points each, followed by Eisele of Wittenberg with 44 in six games and Grandie of Cincinnati with 35. Other notable names include Trace, Schuck, Scott, Smith, Duncan, Ginaven, Robbins, Rupe, Brown, Barrett, Jones, and Copeland, U.S. college hoops stars in the tightened race.

United Press Buckeye DePauw Ohio Wesleyan Wittenberg Cincinnati George Eubank Hoosiers Moffett Clarence Hendricks Chip Wesleyan Hendricks Claire Eisele Olin Grandile Grandie John Trace Ohio University Julius Schuck Cincinnnati Ray Scott Denison Ee Eubank O. Wesleyan Grandle Trace Ohio U II AG Schuck Scott la Sea Smith Duncan Ginaven Robbins Rupe Brown Ohio B. Barrett Miami Jones Copeland

All American Wife Becomes Wesley Fesler Bride

Ohio State football star Wesley E. Fesler married Mary Louise Schenk in Covington Indiana last July 17. The 20 year old sophomore at Ohio State plans homemaking duties while Fesler coaches and sells insurance. She is skilled in cooking sewing and golf and enjoys horse riding as they prepare to move into an apartment.

Wesley Fesler Ralph Teatsortholumbus U.P Wesley E. Fesler Ohio State Mary Louise Schenk William Schenk Columbus Packing Company Covington Ind College of Commerce Fesler Fesier University Danville, Sr

Reiselt Tops Chicago Rival in Three Cushion Billiards

Otto Reiselt of Philadelphia has taken the lead in the world championship three-cushion billiards tournament, ahead of Chicago’s Augie Kieckhofer, a nine-time titleholder. The Jan 26 update from Chicago reports Reiselt in front for the event.

Chicago U.P Otto Reiselt Philadelphia Augie Kieckhofer

Obsolete prize ring rules yield legendary long fights

The article recounts historic boxing bouts under London Prize Ring and Queensberry rules. It cites extraordinary durations from matches in St Louis and Moorland to Edinbridge and New Orleans, noting rounds ended by falls or being thrown with long gaps for corner refreshment.

OY Art Krenz Jack Dempsey Los Angeles London Jem Mace Joe Coburn St. Louis Jack Broughton George Stevenson Broughton Stevenson Andy Bowen J. Burke New Orlans Groves Queensbury

Reiselt Tops Kieckhofer as Hozeman Triumphs Rise

Reiselt won the Western championship meet in Vallejo California by defeating Kieckhofer and Jay Hozeman. Reiselt now stands four wins and one loss after his latest victory over Allen Hall of Chicago 50 to 46 in M innings, eliminating Hall from title contention. Hall suffered his fourth defeat.

Reiselt Kieckhofer Jay Hozeman Vallejo Cal Allen Hall Chicago Hall

Holdouts Could Muster Fair Ball Club From Their Ranks

New York report explores a hypothetical holdout team created from recalcitrant players. It lists players by position, notes managerial contrasts, and rails at temperamental stars while imagining a Robins lineup competing in the National League.

New York Dickey Ferrell Vanes Fitzsimmons Terry Lary Leach Lloyd Waner Ruth Eddie Collina Heine Groh Frinch Orite Whitney Hoiiouts Dastay Vance Max Carey The Robins Robbie Vance Nate Owe Ce South Georgia Wilwon Ie

Pesek Challenges Londos Again In Wrestling Feud

Al Hatt of Colt Pesek challenges rival Jim Londos for a winner take all match with a $5000 stake. Londos is set to appear in Garibaldi on Wednesday as rumors of repeated confrontations persist and both sides seek a decisive bout.

Jim Londos York al Hatt Colt Pesek New York Tn Hhs Matt Londos Pesek Garibaldi

Daytons Boxing Victory Over Coleman Je

Dayton boxer at 183 pounds overwhelmed Coleman Jeff Dayton in a tough Monday night bout. The opponent was knocked down five times but rose each time, clocking a crushing defeat as the crowd watched the plug heat showcase in Dayton.

Dayton Coleman Jeff Dayton To & Cruahing Joh

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