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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1931

Page

9

Sharks to Fight in Chicago Stadium June 18 in Midweight Matchup

The piece notes Jack Sharkey leaves New York City after boxing governance disputes and is set to fight June 18 in Chicago Stadium. Opponent undecided, selection hinges on the Mickey Walker Johnny Risko Miami bout, with potential Chicago assignment depending on Risko’s outcome. It also mentions Jack Chevigny joining California as Rockne system teacher and assistant to Bill Ingram.

Sharkey Miami Mickey Walker Johnny Risko Notre Dame Bill Ingram University of California California Chevigny Jack Knute Ingram Navy Jack Chevigny

Thurnblad Crowned World Three Cushion Billiard Champion

Arthur Thurnblad of Chicago defeated Allen Hall 50 to 43 in 63 innings to win the world three cushion billiard title, succeeding Johnny Layton who had dominated the sport for over a decade. Thurnblad, at 28, becomes the youngest champion in the history of the event.

Chicago U.P Arthur Thurnblad Johnny Layton Sedalia, Mo Thurnblad Allen Hall

Nelsonville and Athens Hoops Duel Tonight in Athens

The Nelsonville Greyhounds visit Athens Bulldogs for a home court rematch after a 21 8 win by Nelsonville. Athens aims to rebound from setbacks with height edge and improved speed as a big crowd fills the gym.

Ivory prices fall as 1931 baseball rosters shift

The 1931 major league rosters favor moderately priced recruits as multiple clubs buy talent from the coast. Key moves include Senators paying 55 000 for First Baseman Kuhel, Hoag costing 50 000 to 75 000, with Brooklyn Lombardi and the Giants Rosenberg also commanding cash.

New York Jan Lefty Groves Bill Cissells Pacific Coast League Eigh Coast Joe Kuhel Myril Hoag Senators Kansas City Kuhel Joe Judge Hoag Colonel Ruppert Yanks Brooklyn Oakland Ernie Lombardi Giants Harry Rosenberg Robina Rosenberg Charley Wilson Rochester Sta Braves Rabbit Maranville Wilson Bus Chatham Boston Wally Berger Bob Worthington Wes Schulmerich Los Angeles Schulmerich Pop Warner Ernie Never

Bobcats Seek Upset in Cincinnati Showdown

Ohio University's basketball team heads to Cincinnati for a key conference game against the Bearcats. A win would push Ohio to a 50.8 percent league mark and into a three way tie for runner up, while Cincinnati hopes to widen its edge atop the standings. George Lockman leads Ohio, with Jerry Warshower and Ben Test among the regulars as lineup uncertainty looms.

Mitch Ohio University Cincinnati Bearcats University of Cincinnati Bobcats Denion Atandie West Virginia George Lockman Jerry Warshower Ben Test Marshall Wedr Uder Harry Lackey Test Shadel Saunders Lackey Saunders Wi Warshower

Hall and Layton Tie for Second in Championship Tourney

Final standings show 6 victories and one defeat in the championship tourney. Hall ties Johnny Layton for second with five wins and two losses and a 50 point playoff will decide the tie tonight.

Hall Johnny Layton Layton

S B Slick Seeks Local Band Members in Glouster

Musicians in Glouster Valley urged to contact S B Slick mail carrier on Route No 5 to organize a band. Slick, former Anderson Indiana city carrier and hobby band instructor, offers teaching and rental instruments to start a band in the locality. He and his family reside in Amanda Williams property in Urbancrest.

Slick Amanda Williams Urbancrest

Rev Homer H Vian to Preach at Church of Christ

GLOUSTER Jan 30 The Rev Homer H Vian of this city will preach at the Church of Christ in day night and an invitation has been extended to the public to attend.

Glouster Homer H. Vian Church of Christ

Glouster Man Harold Blower Amputates Thumb at Akron Hospital

Harold Blower, son of Mr and Mrs Tomas H Blower of Glouster, had his left thumb amputated at People's Hospital in Akron. His uncle Dr Blower, a former resident, performed the operation. Harold’s condition improves but he likely remains in hospital for about three days.

Glouster Jan Harold Tomas H. Blower People’s Hospital Akron Blower le Flarold

Marecellite Rebekah Lodge To Hold Social Night

Marecellite Rebekah Lodge will observe social and practice night Saturday with refreshments served. In Glouster a Jackson farm building is being repaired and seats installed to serve as a school for Little Sand Ridge after the old building burned last week.

Glouster Marecellite Rebekah Lodge Jackson Farm Little Sand Ridge

Kemper to Preach at Liberty Hill Church

Paul E. Kemper of this city will preach at the Liberty Hill Church Sunday afternoon at 2 39.

Kemper Glouster Paul E. Kemper Liberty Hill

Glouster High to Host Chauncey in Key League Clash

Glouster High School meets Chauncey High School at the local gym Saturday night with a 7 o'clock tip. It is one of the last two gym games of the season and a large crowd is expected to attend. Glouster plays New Lexington tonight while Glouster and McConnelsville share first place in the league.

Pete McKinley Nelsonville Athens Marietta Cincy Aking Chino Bearcats Queen City Bobesata Yieb George Lockman Glouster Glouster High Chauncey High School New Lexington New Lexington High McConnelsville

Revival Under Way At United Brothers Church

A revival is in progress at the United Brothers Church in Jacksonville and will continue through next week. The Odd Fellows Lodge of Jacksonville will attend in body on Saturday evening. The Brotherhood of Hollister Church will lead the service on Tuesday night February 5.

Jacksonville United Brothers Church Odd Fellow Lodge Hollister Church

Ohio State Buckeyes Face Army and Columbia East

Ohio State's basketball team aims to rebound against Army at West Point and Columbia in New York over the next three days. Coach Olsen plans a starting lineup of Hinchman, Lively, Fesler, Larkins, and Hoffer or Mattison as OSU seeks a boost after three losses in conference play.

Columbus U.P Ohio State University Buckeyes Army West Point Columbia New York Ohio State Ohioans Pittsburgh Cornell Harold Olsen Chicago Minnesota Wisconsin Northwestern Indiana Olsen Military Academy Lew Hinchman Bob Lively Wesley Fesler Dick Larkins Joe Hoffer Howard Mattison

Denny Shute Opens Texas Open With 65 Under Par

Denny Shute of Columbus shoots a sensational 65 six under par in first round play at Brackenridge Park, paired with Lorraine Young of San Antonio. The Texas Open resumes with 18 holes today and Saturday and a 36 hole finale Sunday. Winners share 6006 dollars. four other amateur professional pairs posted 67.

San Antonio Tex U.R Densmore Shute Columbus Lorraine Young Shute Brackenridge Park

Berg Defends World Welter Title Against Perlick

Jack Kid Berg of England defends his 16th title defense against Herman Perlick in a 10 round feature at Madison Square Garden. Berg holds a prior 2-0 record against Perlick with a recent Chicago win over Goldie Hess boosting his favorite status at 8 to 5. The NYAC has not recognized Berg’s claim, yet Berg asserts the title is at stake and vows a knockout.

Jack Kid Berg New York England Herman Perlick Kalamazoo Madison Square Garden Berg West Queensboro Stadium Goldie Hess Chicago Perrick New York Athletic Commission Perlick Champion’s Guild

Bearcats Seek Buckeye Lead, Face Ohio University

Cincinnati Bearcats ride a four game win streak into a showdown with Ohio University on the Cincinnati court. A win would push Ohio University within one game of Buckeye Conference leader Ohio Wesleyan. Other results preview Wittenberg vs Ashland and more.

Columbus University of Cincinnati Bearcats Ohio Wesleyan Buckeye Ohio University Cincinnati Bearcats Ohio Denison Miami Wittenberg Ashland Springfield University of Dayton Dayton St. John’s College of Toledo Granville

Auctioneer Schedules 16th Weekly On-Block Event

The text notes that tonight marks the 16th time he has placed it on the block, indicating a recurring weekly auction pattern and ongoing sales activity.

Purdue and Buckeye Standings Clipped in Erie List

The page shows standings with Ohio Wesleyan leading at 4 0 while Purdue is listed among Buckeye teams. The OCR fragment includes sparse team positions and unclear scores and names, with Ohio Wesleyan and possibly Erie and others shown in partial form.

Purdue University Lafayette Ind Buckeye Ohio Wesleyan Cora Ss Ktéchika Se Cesenee ORION Veebe Eea Ohto Erie Bic

Sharkey to Fight At Chicago Stadium This Summer

Jack Sharkey, dropped from a Schmeling title rematch, will fight the best available opponent at Soldier Field Chicago Stadium. June 18 was set by matchmaker Nate Lewin with no opponent selected yet.

Chicago U.P Jack Sharkey Max Schmelling Soldier Field Nate Lewin

Sharkey bout eyed as Chicago Stadium seeks big title clash

Promoter Lewis names Mickey Walker or Risko as likely opponents for Sharkey. If Walker defeats Risko in Miami next month he would be the logical challenger for Sharkey here. Buethiey has agreed to terms for an outdoor bout and may appear once during the indoor season at the stadium.

Lewis Mickey Walker Wold Walker Kisko Misami Risko Cleveland Sharkey Chicago

Ohio University Girls Beat Athens High 20 to 12

Ohio University women defeated Athens High School 20 to 12 on the Women’s gym floor. Hoover scored for the high school, leading in scoring despite the loss.

Oo. U Ohio University Athens Hoover

Senator Love proposes boxing reform bill

State Senator Love of New York introduces a bill aiming to frame boxing as a gentlemanly sport, provoking mixed reactions as lawmakers debate the implications of new regulation and sporting conduct.

Love New York

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