Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1931

Page

9

Commission Holds Purse and Refunds Fighters Fare

New York state athletic commission delays ruling on the Billy Petrolle King Tut bout at Madison Square Garden while withholding purses. Tut cites appendicitis with telegrams from doctors. officials plan another meeting and approve a Dundee Harvey bout replacement. Basketball results include Mt. Union over Akron and Oklahoma over Kansas Aggies.

New York New York State Athletic Commission Billy Petrolle Madison Square Garden Tut John J. Phelan Minneapolis St. Paul Arthur T. Herman A. E. Wilco M. H. Nathanson Nathanson Petrolle Duluth Minn Vince Dundee Baltimore Len Harvey Dundee Harvey Jackie Weald Fields The Garden Harvey-Dundée Fields-Harvey Akron Findlay Heidelberg Oklahoma Kansas Aggies Kansas Creighton Knox Augustana

Howley Hopes Reconstruction Will Bolster Reds

Cincinnati Reds manager outlines a plan to revamp the roster with major player turnover and several promising prospects. He cites limited hitting from 1930 regulars and notes pending trades to boost batting, while praising new infielders Frank Sigafoes and Mickey Heath and catcher Bob Asbornasen as potential contributors.

Peter crowned Arizona trapshooting state champion earns Grand American invite

The Amateur Trapshooting Association names George T. Peter of Phoenix as Arizona state singles doubles and high over all champion, granting him a berth to the Grand American Tournament at Vandalia. Peter previously won the same titles in 1990 and will compete in August.

George T. Peter Phoenix Arizona Vandalia Peter

Baseball Banter and Belted Budgets Across The Leagues

The column recalls past sports taunts about sluggers Nick Cullop Babe Ruth and Hack Wilson while noting recent chatter on baseball power and players. It mentions Belmont Park stalls spring plans Elmer Foster Ivor Shiver Smead Jolley Pa Stribling and Koterba signing with Bloomington Three-Eye league and coaching duties.

Jack Dempsey Jack Sharkey Daily Press Nick Cullop American Association Babe Ruth Hack Wilson Dante Patrick Phillip Nathaniel Hiiowley Cincinnati Redlegs Hack Wilsons Columbia Bobby Cruickshank Orient Payne Whitney Belmont Park Elmer Foster New York Giants

Four College Track Records Likely to Fall at Intercollegiate A A A A Meet

East's top athletes confront major records at New York events led by Carl Coan to break the mile mark of 4 17.8 and Joe McCluskey aiming at the two mile 9 22 from 1929. Everett Colyer may raise the pole vault standard of 18 feet 7 1 inches while Fred Steiner eyes the 35 pound weight throw mark.

New York U.P Carl Coan University of Pennsylvania Jimmy Connolly Joe McCluskey Fordham Paul Rckers Penn Everett Colyer Cornell Fred Sturdy Yale Fred Steiner Penn Giant

Western Reserve Clinches Seventh Straight Win Over Case

Western Reserve defeated Case 19 to 11 marking the seventh consecutive victory for the wrestling team in today’s meet. The win reinforces W R’s midseason form and boosts standings in the conference.

Union Ohio Mountd Akron Cope Case Western Reserve

Stripp Signs With Reds After Long Holdout

Tampa reports Joe Stripp joined the Reds after a conference with Sidney Weil. Charley Dressen and Horace Ford remain unsigned. Dressen expected to visit from Miami to discuss terms. In San Antonio Frank Hogan and Bill Terr stay in dispute with McGraw over salaries. Terry received a final offer of 22500, up 4500, but demands 25000 or nothing.

Tampa Fla U.2 Joe Stripp Reds Sidney Weil Cincinnati Charley Dressen Horace Ford Dressen Miami San Antonio Tex Giants Frank Hogan Bill Terr Fred Fitzsimmons McGraw California Terry Hogan

Pirates Coach Crandall Teaches Change of Pace

Paso Robles reports Old Doc Crandall, a veteran pitcher, spent a day teaching the Pittsburgh pitchers the change of pace. Manager Jewel Ens said the squad will split Sunday with one group traveling to Monterey to face San Francisco and the other staying for local work.

Paso Robles Calif U.P Doc Crandall Pittsburgh Pirate Jewel Ens Monterey San Francisco

Ruth Dominates Yankees In Practice At Crescent Lake

In St. Petersburg on March 4 Babe Ruth spent long at bat during practice with the Yankees. George Pipgras was absent due to medical operation recovery while manager McCarthy directed workouts. Ruth hit two balls out of the park into Crescent Lake as Henry Johnson and Herb Pennock pitched.

ST. Petersburg Fla U.P George Pipgras McCarthy Babe Ruth Big Boy Crescent Lake Henry Johnson Herb Pennock

White Sox Near Season Opener Missing Regulars

In San Antonio on March 4 the White Sox prep for the season with three regulars unavailable. Jolley is ill, Berg stays in New York over a $2,500 bonus clause, and Reynolds holds out for $25,000 while the team offers $10,000.

San Antonio Texas U.P White Sox Qmead Jolley Moe Berg New York Carl Reynolds

O'Doul Leads Win as Robins Open Season Preseason

Clearwater Florida March 4 The veteran Adolfo Luque arrived from Havana Ernie Lombardi was the only Robin absentee Brooklyn opened the season with a game yesterday defeating the rookies 7 to 3 Lefty O'Doul starred with three hits in the exhibition clash for the Robins played before the season start crowd

Clearwater Fla U.P Adolfo Luque Havana Ernie Lombardi Brooklyn Lefty O’doul

Phillies Rally to Complete Roster in Winter Haven

Winter Haven Florida March 4 The second full detachment of Phillies was expected to arrive here today completing the roster Fred Brickell and Buzz Artlett outfielders and Dick Bartel and Roetz infielders checked into camp late yesterday Manager Shotton put the squad through a long workout yesterday.

Winter Haven Fila U.P Phillies Fred Brickell Buzz Artlett Dick Bartel Roetz Shotton

Pitchers Take Turns On Mound In Busy Game

Multiple pitchers rotate through the mound as the game unfolds, each taking their turn to face batters and control the pace. The sequence showcases strategic pitching changes and bullpen depth amid a tense contest.

Red Sox Open Spring Camp With Webb Hitting Praise

Boston Red Sox completed their roster as manager Collins led the team through the daily workout in Pensacola. He praised Earl Webb for his hitting while Bob Reeves shifted to second base where he is expected to play this season.

Pensacola Fla U.P Boston Red Sox Collins Red Sox Earl Webb Bob Reeves

Indians Play Train at Pelican Park in New Orleans

The Cleveland Indians opened spring training in New Orleans with Johnny Hodapp hitting the first home run of the session at Pelican Park. Pitchers faced batsmen for the first time this season, though they held back on fast pitches and complex tricks. Several hurlers were expected to be allowed to stretch their arms more today.

Bob Asbornasen Nashville Southern Association Hollywood Mickey Heath Toronto Heath Bobby Wallace Heseth Scecker Bellaver New Orleans U.P Cleveland Indians Johnny Hodapp Pelican Park

Speedy Boys Featured On Fistic Card

The Armory card Thursday night features 30 rounds of boxing with speed in all bouts. Main event is Cuddy Dixon of Zanesville vs Eddie Touley of Columbus at 152 pounds over eight rounds. Co-features include Chris Koher vs Jimmy Geren at 160 pounds and other six round bouts. Henry Harris referees the program.

Cuddy Dixon Zanesville Nelsonville Eddie Touley Columbus Chris Hkoher Jimmy Geren Whitie Hollenbeck Ohio University Bob O'Neil Hollenbeck Kid Green Albany Hazen Green Robbie Mason Middleport Rocky Kansas Henry Harris

Ohio State Freshmen Expect Big Basketball Season

Columbus March 4. Ohio State University freshmen coach Floor Stahl and his small but mighty squad are seen as promising for next year. Standouts include six foot four inch Bill Hosaket of Dayton, a top center prospect, and Ted Rosequist of Cleveland a towering guard with an outstanding high school record. Also contributing are Fred Conrad, Bobby Coburn, Jerry Fisher, and several other promising yearlings from Ohio and beyond.

Columbus U.pk Ohio State University Bill Hosaket Dayton Ohio State Cookie’ Cunningham Hasket Fosket Ohio Dayton Stivers Stahl Stivers Ted Rosequist Cleveland Rosequist Fred Conrad Wooster Bobby Coburn Stivers High School Ben Jerry’ Fisher J. W. Miller Fremont Cleuts Johnson Groverport Dickey Bexley Fugit Portsmouth Bishop Bryan Theis Cincinnati Garner Upper Sandusky Traul Millersburg

Greens Run Leads Mythical All Star Selections

From the Athens County girls tournament at Ohio University gymnasium six players were chosen for the mythical all star team. Names include Danka Greene Raber Trimble Hollister Bentley Mason and others with positions shifted in the final lineup. An honorable mention was given to E Mason of Hollister.

Athens County Ohio University Gymnasium Danka Penne Ft Greene Ruan Tlaedey Es Lf Conan Hollister Bentley Onaneene Oy Greens Greens Run McCullotgh Ooo Molieter Rabera Ncan Saeka'n-Trim E. Mason Center Flollister

Maloney and Carnera Ready for Miami Title Bid

Jimmy Maloney the Irish heavyweight from Boston and Primo Carnera meet tomorrow night at the Miami Madison Square Garden arena in a 10 round show. The winner earns a title bout with Schmeling or Stribling in September in America. Maloney pushed hard in Miami Beach while Carnera, nursing a fractured rib, prepares with light work and sparring as Boston fans arrive in small numbers.

Miami Fla U.R Jimmy Maroney Boston Primo Carnera Miami Madison Square Garden Arena Max Sehmeling Young Stribling America Maloney Carnera Schmeling Miami Beach

Cy Leland to Run on Coast

Cy Leland of Texas Christian University plans to depart Fort Worth for the Pacific Coast to pursue Olympic chances aboard the 1952 Olympico. The sprint star, who recently withdrew from TCU, aims to mount timely preparation in California for strong national competition.

CY Leland Fort Worth Tex Texas Christian University Ft. Worth Leland T. CC. U California

Also Mentioned on This Page

Pomeroy Oh Howley BY Dan Howley Cincinnati Reds Incinnati Cesi St. Louis Browns Lucas Hellmann Cuccinello Stripp Philadelphia Chicago Cubs Cardinals Grove Earnshaw St. Louis Frank Sigafoes Los Angeles Athletics Tigers Sigafoes Heidelberg College Findley College Pergees Ted Ota Arlington Park Npadela’s Shuusiings Koterba Bloomington Chuck Wellsburg W. Va Beanie Trace Springfield Beanie Quincy Avalon Catalina Island A.r.hack Wilson Hack Bud Teachout Ed Baecht Yannigans Lester Sweetland Lou Warneke Manier Isex Essemake Athens Member Federal Reserve System Speedy Boys Athena Onio Ohio U. Gym Athens National Bank T. R. Biddle T. M. Wolfe Jas H. McClure J. S. Sherrard Raber Jackson Trimble Jim Maloney Buckey Buckeye Coursbua Vifinity Building & Loan Association Hudson Essex
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication