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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1931

Page

5

Mitch's Musings and Local Golf News Highlight Ohio Sports

Mitch O Doul discusses luck and batting form amid a tough season while local golf stars prep for the Shawnes Country Club tournament in Lima. Ohio University announces All Buckeye picks in baseball and football as Grover HRED and HRED join the roster alongside Wolff Warshower and Brown.

Ohio University Bobcats Ohio Wolff Warshower Stong George Brown Het Gabriel Piggy Hart Marshall Griffith Claude Chrisman Rev Burke

Farmers urged to plan sane planting standards

AMMIATTAN Kas June 3 The Department of Agriculture secretary urged farmers to start production with economic and market demands in mind addressing the American Institute of Cooperation He said whether surpluses continue depends on choices for an American standard of living The farmer must not defeat it by own actions.

Ammiattan Kas Etary Hyne Mers American Institute of Co-operation Department of Agriculture

Saving Foundations for New World Leadership

In Columbus in June, J. H. Barnes of the U. S. Chamber of Commerce addressed Ohio University graduates urging conservative optimism and decisive action to strengthen foundations for future leadership. The speech urged firmness in conviction and emergency measures to mobilize proven tools for progress. Dr. John L. Clifton and Dr. Joseph Mayer were noted as figures tied to educational and university trusteeships as part of a broader civic discussion.

Columbus J. H. Barnes U. S. Chamber of Commerce Ohio University Montay Barnes Clifton Columbus John L. Clifton Joseph Mayer Washington Lincoln Tenn Chanera

Birds Defeat Indiana in Series Finale 5-3

Special to The Messenger reports Columbus Red Pieds beat Indiana 5-3 in the final game of the Arciera series. Key hits from Smith and King, with homers by Smith, plus runs plated across frames two, seven, eight and nine. Pitchers Hall, Chapman and Parmalee led the effort as both teams posted notable hits and errors.

Thdianapolis Earl Smith Chapman Columbus Red Pieds Indiana Aeriea Birds Smith Smithmith Purdy Dedore Yoter Hall Horne Swanson Columbus CE Wane Vater Bedore King Angley Wollt- McCann Smith Swanton Tomerons Antrey Smith Parmalee M T Iain Tin Coengras Onnlnea Patmalee Oniteher Hall Snyderland Pfeffer

National League baseball scores and results overview

Scores by innings across leagues show several games with varying runs. Notable outputs include the Yankees side with a 6 to 1 win and the Athletics, St. Louis, and Chicago matchups reflecting late-inning scoring. detailed battery pairs are listed for each game.

York U.P Walter Johnson Washington Senators Philadelphia Athletics Athletics Washington Philadelphia Senators Athletica Atrestis Johnson Indians Cleveland New York Yankees Charley Ruffing Aver Porter Myatt Hao- Gapples Ferrell Dickey Jimmy Foxx Lefty Grave Detroit Fox Rone Sesson Washing Chicago White Sox Chicago Burke White Sox

Rumors name Blake as third man in Cleveland bout

Persistent rumors from Cleveland say Fred Blake, Fidel LaBarba's manager, will referee the Schmeling Stribling fight. Reports state Blake's name will be sent to the Cleveland Box.ing Commission for approval, with Ed Purdy also mentioned as a possible third man.

Clevelakp U.P Fred Blake Fidel Labarba Miahe Cleveland Doxii Comrission Ed Purdy Chicago Alo Universtied Blake Ave

Unclear 1920s baseball results across leagues and cities

Fragmented scores and team pairings from American Association National League and American League listings. Notable mentions include Columbus Indianapolis Milwaukee St Louis Philadelphia Chicago New York Pittsburgh and Cleveland with mixed doubleheader notes and wet grounds references. The text combines multiple games and venues with inconsistent formatting.

Ceacue Cochrane Lax Stewart Ferrel Gaston Morris Hane Berry Chicago Washington Thomas Frazer Baker and Grube Burke Toledo Owen Louisville Ferguson and Devormer, Marcum, Alsh Thompson American Association Columbus Intisnapolis Foleda Louise Mivanker Gs! Paul Milniteapolis-Kapsas Cin St Paul New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Hoston Cincinnati St. Laws Cleveland Detroit St Louis Boston National Barton St. Lau Brosklyn Mey York Pittsborgh American Shirega New Yorki

Club Columbus Closes Gap Behind Louisville

Ohio standings tighten as Club Columbus and Louisville stay within a game of second after Columbus defeats Louisville while Toledo wins. Danl split a doubleheader with Milwaukee. Brewers win first game 6 to 1 behind Caldwell. Saints rebound with a 4 1 victory, Murphy and Harris hurling well. Minneapolis Kansas City doubleheader moved to Sunday.

Tumbus Louisville Ohia Cinh Te American Association Paul Ching Alex Ferguson Quieher Louisvilla Toledaans St Danl Heneder Mibwauker Brewers Caldwell Saints Murphy Harris Minneapolis - Kaneas City

Espinosa Leads Qualifiers for National Open

Espinosa tops qualifiers as 20 players earn spots for the National Open at Toledo starting July 5. Nine unseen qualifiers joined 651 golfers who finished in the front ranks. several international players and past title holders in the field. The U S G A will decide whether all five tied at second reach the Open, after extenuating withdrawals and a close finish.

United States Rolf Timys Toledo Phos Iniere Jachentact Brey Argentolsyera France England Inlards Art .Craub Bloomfeld Tony Manen Elmaferd N.Y Tates Prottastoraland Wille Mtr Bariane Biabbsoe Bether

American golfers enter French Open golf tourney

In Deauville France a field of American players will compete over three days for the 92 hole midai event. Nine prizes totaling $2,000 are offered. Notable contenders include Jou Jurele and Marco Charty with others from the Americas and Argentina.

Deauville France Professions North South America Bip Toring Jou Jurele Ine Hulen Argentin Marco Charty Hector Ebreeve Mo dleMama Horton Smith Joy Ha

Stribling vows no defensive fighting before Schmeling bout

Georgians Stribling declares there will be no defensive fighting against Schmeling in their July 3 heavyweight title clash. He recalls joining the sport young, speaks of previous international foes, and stresses an aggressive approach as he trains at Bauga Lake.

Stribling Bauga Lake Schmeling L. Stribling Tia Dx Mobiles United Frees geeudo-Germina Aduebody Atlantic Ametica Wal Amret Mubling Tigwan Raninet

Unclear OCR Note Names Athletic Directors

Fragmentary text references multiple athletic directors and universities including Western Reserve University and Cleveland depending on the context. No coherent event or outcome is identifiable from the readable material.

Prized love and peril weave through a seaside romance

Beryl and Tommy, lovers torn by debt and family troubles, navigate schemes, social pressures, and danger as Irene and Mrs Everett clash over money and loyalty. Tommy seeks independence while Beryl endures a failed business run and a looming public scandal. Their fragile happiness hinges on tomorrow.

Neglin Beryl Borden Jove Tommy Wilson Lvbrlit Iese Ja Beryl Seemea Gallord Irene Premiente Beryl Tommy Dices Prentian Prentias Alipe Marrica Lexee Bery Froud

Gloves Should Fly Thursday In Main Event

Boxing card promises high drama with Meround principals Marty and Mickey Aler leading a stacked Thursday bill. Athens boxer Bobby Mason and Midge Hartman draw attention in exhib and rising prospects Mike Leonard and Joe Landis set the curtain raiser. Main bout hopes to feature Robby Jenkinson advancing toward a New England booting, while Hartman trains hard for a return against Pranidé Murphy as competitors promise action and weight class battles.

Ashona Wey Martie Mickey Aler Pricipals Thasa Bose Ao Jong Real Flame Ike Matt Jenkinson Yrat Athens Bobby Mason Midge Hartman Fur Thease Bill Martin Vie Hess Aler Martin Tobbie Mason Springfield Robby Jenkinaan Ori Nucereda Bob Miliw Hartman Pranidé Murphy Columbia Midge Murphy Air Yat Joong Manoa Fairgrounds Dack Featheraton Stewart Green Albany Bettie Wilh Mike Leonard Chauncey Joe Landis Carbon Date Billy Hughes

Proverb Echoes in Golf Patience and Swing Rhythm

A faded note on golf lore warns against forcing power over distance. The text mocks players who grip tightly, using the same club for all shots, and laments the habit of swinging too hard on tee shots. It stresses steadiness, timing, and smooth tempo to hit accurate drives rather than maximum force.

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Western Open Golf Tour Entries At Miami Valley Club

More than 20 entries were received for the Western Open golf tour event to be held at the Miami Valley country club on June 18, 19 and 20. Officials expect the field to reach about 150 with entrants including Gene Saraxen Tom Colina Alex Campbell Charles Evans Jr Ed Dudiry and Bob MacDonald.

Dayton Miami Valley Country Club Gene Saraxen Tock Colina Alex Campbell Charles Evans, Jr Ed Dudiry Bob MacDonald

Reynolds Divorced in Cincinnati on Grounds of Neglect

Reynolds world welterweight wrestling champion Charles Voack Reynolds obtained a divorce from Lulu Jane Reynolds of Louisville Kentucky on neglect grounds. The couple married in 1977.

Washington and Marietta Crews Ready for Race

Washington and Marietta colleges prepare for an Ohio River intercollegiate rowing contest. University of Washington freshmen rowers meet Marietta crews as Worliagion challenges for honors. An observation trial will precede competition, with thousands expected to attend.

Manriqua Maninttn College University of Washington Ohio Ohlo

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