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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1933

Page

9

Dundee Jeby Draw In Garden Middleweight Bout

In New York at Madison Square Garden 12 000 fans saw a middleweight title bout between Dundee and Jeby. Judges split on rounds with a near draw as officials ruled a decision for Dundee or a draw while critics hissed. Jason Dundee’s precise jab and damage kept him ahead though Jeby pressed hard until the final bell.

State Vince Dundee Dundee Jeby Ymch Eddie Farrel Eddie Forbes Fr Dundee Ting

Boxing meet postponed to April 3 for conditioning

The District Amateur boxing event has been postponed from March 18 to April 3 by the U. Aimed to allow boxers to reach proper conditioning ahead of national titles in Boston. Eight weight divisions will compete.

U.P Boston

Mt water almost as long bo their food is juicy

A fragmented note describes water measures and food being juicy, mentioning length and preference. The text lacks clear subjects or events, making specifics elusive. It reads as an informal observation without identifiable people or organizations.

Exhibition Games Roundup From United Press Action

Summary of multiple exhibition baseball games with teams New York Boston St Louis Philadelphia Cincinnati and players listed by initials and last names. Box scores show varying inning totals and final tallies across matches with details including pitchers fielding and run totals.

Government employs about eighty five thousand women

The Civil Service League reports that roughly 85,000 women are employed by the U S Government, reflecting a significant female presence in federal work.

U. S The Civil Service League

Racine High Falls to Lawrenceville in State Tourney

Racine High School, Southeastern Ohio champions, were eliminated after a 49 to 38 defeat to Lawrenceville in the state tournament first round. Lawrenceville led 24 to 19 at halftime, Racine tied 28 all early in the second, then Lawrenceville stretched ahead as Ronald Peters exploded for 25 late points, setting a tournament record.

Columbus Racine High School Southeastern Ohio Lawrenceville Racine Ronald Peters Peters

Bill Carr May Not Run in Another Race

Philadelphia March 18 Bill Carr 22 world and Olympic 400 meter champion and Penn track captain elect lay in University Hospital after a Bala collision. He suffered possible pelvic and ankle fractures and possible internal injuries. He was on a running board when the crash occurred. Roach was later released after a magistrate found the accident unavoidable.

Philadelphia William A “Bill” Carr University of Pennsylvania Carr University Hospital Arkansas Edward H. French, Jr Binghamton N. Y F. Joseph Roach Cynwyd Bala Anne Wickersham Glenside Dorothy Gimber

Dover and Marietta Reach Class A Title Game in Ohio

Dover High School and Marietta won their Class A semifinal games by identical 26 to 24 scores to advance to the Ohio scholastic basketball championship. Lawrenceville led by Peters with 17 points beat Lancaster St. Marys 31 to 16, while Henrietta defeated Delphos 37 to 35 to reach the Class B final.

Columbus U.P Dover High School Marietta Ohio Henrietta Lawrenceville Dovereigh Springfield Massillon Columbus East Peters Lancaster St. Marys Delphos

Spring high school sports to continue in Ohio

The Ohio High School Athletic Board of Control ruled that spring sports including baseball track golf and tennis will proceed despite economic difficulties. Schools may insure athletes for injuries and sectional baseball tournaments are set for May 5 6 12 13 with finals in Columbus on May 20. A limit of one basketball game per day in tournaments was recommended.

Columbus U.P Ohio Ohio High School Athletic Board of Control

Sleepy Hollow to host 1933 Ohio Intercollegiate Golf Tourney

Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Brecksville will host the 1933 Ohio Intercollegiate Golf Tournament on May 19 and 20. All Ohio colleges except Ohio State University were invited to compete.

Cleveland U.P Sleepy Hollow Brecksville Ohio Colleges Ohio State University

Dempsey Returns to Boxing Table in Brooklyn Showdown

Jack Dempsey reenters the boxing arena in a heavyweight title tilt against James J. Johnston after securing sanction from New York officials. The bout follows Dempsey’s earlier win in a Schmeling fight plan, with promoter Johnston noted as the sport’s slickest operator.

Jack King Levinsky James J Jimmy’’ Johnston Manassa Mauler Boy Dempsey

Bobby Jones on golf swing fundamentals and personal form

The advice notes that the golf swing is a single fluid action, not a stack of separate parts. Fundamentals guide technique but individual expression remains essential for learners to adapt and improve without copying a single teacher exactly.

Bobby Jones Bobby Jim Jones Sam Brown

OSU Coach Sees No Change to Basketball Rules

Ohio State coach H G Olsen leader of the National Association of Basketball Coaches says rule revisions are unlikely. As president he calls the April 7 8 meeting in New York, noting coaches favor last year’s changes including the 10 second rule.

Columbus U.P H. G. Olsen Ohio State University Olsen National Association of Basketball Coaches New York United States

Once Lowly Phillies Must Be Rated Contenders This Year

The Philadelphia Phillies show improved hitting and solid infield but pitching remains their weakness. Burt Shotton believes the club can contend in the National League if the pitching staff, led by a 20-game winner, steps up. Noted players include Dick Bartell Don Hurst Chuck Klein Virgil Davis and Frank Pearce with new additions Austin Moore Ad Liska and Mickey Finn.

Phils Burt Shotton Shotton Joe Cronin Dick Bartell Don Hurst Pinkey Whitney Mickey Finn Brooklyn Shetton Chuck Klein Hal Lee Chuck Hurst Finn Bartell Whitney Mahon Delker Klein Lee Follies Brickell Dugis Shotten Frank Leurce Greenville Nashville Pearce St. Petersburg Nkefy Austin Moore Jersey City Ad Liska Washington

Spring Sport Program Cut At Logan High School

Logan March 18 no spring football practice will be held at Logan High School due to planned renovations of the playing field and lack of funds for new equipment. Training will start earlier next fall once the field is improved. Basketball may be curtailed with the girls team limited to inter class games.

Logan Logan High School John Longle Board of Education

Ohio Wesleyan Relays draw 1100 Ohio high schools

Entry blanks for the second annual Ohio Wesleyan relays to be held April 29 at Delaware were mailed to 1100 Ohio high schools. The deadline to file entries is April 22. George Gauthier, director of the carnival, said entries already arrived from 25 schools.

Delaware U.P Ohio George Gauthier

Indians Offer Ferrell 12 000 With 20-Win Bonus

New Orleans March 14 Wesley Ferrell ace holdout for Cleveland must win 20 games to earn 12 000 plus bonuses under a compromise offer. GM Billy Evans set 12 000 salary with increases for 20 and 25 wins. Willie Hudlin also signed a season contract. Ferrell has pitched four years and routinely won 20 games.

Orls ANSL U.pr Wesley Ferrell Cleveland Indians Billy Evans Indians Ferrell Evans Willie Hudlin Ferrel

Manein Wins Indoor Title At National Championship

Pi-Gregory Mangin of Newark defeated Clifford Sutter of New Orleans in the final of the National Indoor Tennis Championship. The match featured Mangin’s powerful serves as he captured the title with a five set victory 6-1 6-3 3-6 3-6 6-2 in New York.

New York Pi—Gregory Mangin Newark N. J Clifford Sutter New Orleans

Sixth annual Catholic high school swim meet date set

Columbus report states the sixth annual Catholic high school swimming meet will be held at Ohio State University on April 6. W. H. McGrath athletic director announced the event today.

Columbus Ohio State University W. H. McGrath Diocean Atheletic

Rookie Gyselman Wright Impress Braves Judge Fuchs Eyes Major Jump

Dick Gyselman and Al Wright appeal to the Boston Braves with Emil Fuchs approving a $55,000 move to the Missions club after a $10,000 payment for scouting. Gyselman, 22, starred in 68 coast league games batting .319 with strong defense at third base. Bill McKechnie believes a rapid rise from Class D to Class AA to the majors is plausible.

Dick Gyselman al Wright Boston Braves Emil Fuchs Missions Club Pacific Coast League Gyselman Missions Guselmim Bill McKechnie

Ruth and Ruppert Holdout Talks End in Disagreement

In St Petersburg on March 18 the Ruth and Ruppert conference aimed at settling Ruth’s holdout failed. Colonel Ruppert stood by his $50,000 offer while Babe Ruth remained firm at $55,000, with Yankees prospects undecided after the meeting.

ST Petersburg Fila Babe Ruth Jacob Ruppert Ruth Ruppert

Chickagoan Leads Singles At ABC Tourney

Roy Knade of Chicago tops the singles field with 601 as he posts 223 214 and 164 in Columbus. W Leclair Milwaukee and J Buckley Cincinnati follow with strong showings while New York pair Moore Delehanty lead the two man division. Al Sindelar Chicago nets 278 for the high game in doubles with Lamphus as Eddy Mergard of Cincinnati had set the prior 268. Ruth's earnings topping 50000 remains a looming question.

Columbus U.P Roy Knade Chicago American Bowling Congress Knade New York W. Moore J. Delehanty R. Knight C. Watkins F. Ososki F. Grabowski Syracuse R. Bauer H. Schmita Sperando A. Varipapa W. Leclair Milwaukee J. Buckley Cincinnati Smallwood Louisville G. Navy Cleveland al Sindelar H. Lamphus Eddy Mergard

Sutter Defeats Shields Highlighting Headwork in Indoor Tennis

New Orleans' Cliff Sutter beat Frank Shields of New York in a national indoor semifinal, using strategic placement and brain over brute power. Sutter overcame a fast Shields start, slowed him with patient play, and noted his own blistered feet on indoor pine boards. The victory boosts Sutter’s bid for a Davis Cup spot this summer.

Mr. Sutter Shields Sutter Tilden Frank

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