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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1939
Page
7
The piece critiques the Reds after a rough day, noting the Yankees of the National League hype and a two-run deficit without scoring. It reflects on the Cubs surpassing the Reds and praises the Rhinelanders outfield while highlighting early season impressions and managerial moments.
A Q and A style note lists Saratoga race meeting dates from July 31 to September 2. It also recaps Brooklyn pennant history with 1916 title and World Series losses to Boston and Cleveland, plus 1920 pennant with another World Series loss. It then covers opening day results from the 1986 New York racing season at Jamaica with multiple jockey rides and finishes. It invites readers to submit sports questions to The Athens Messenger.
Fans questioned the Reds after two crushing defeats by the Cubs 6-0 and 2-0 on Decoration Day in Cincinnati. The Cubs won behind Larry French and Val Burton as Whitey Moore struggled. Rounding out the doubleheader, Lou Warneke limited the Cardinals to five hits in a 7-2 win, while Zizzo powered Pittsburgh with nine RBIs in a 14-8 win. The Giants and Dodgers split, the Phillies beat the Bees, and the Yankees, Red Sox, and Indians won decisive games, widening the pennant chase.
Fielders gobbled up everything in sight as Whitey Moore struggled with control and Werber chased balls all over. Davis pitched five men, giving up two runs. Lombardi, Myers, and Berger failed to drive in runs as Reds stranded baserunners repeatedly in a rough morning for the club.
The passage notes that Marie Antoinette faced French anger when she refused to let the people watch her eat, contrasting the long standing royal custom of the king and family dining before the public. Frerichfien is cited as arguing the spectators should have that right.
Fragmented standings show teams like Indiana Kansas City Milwaukee and Chicago Brooklyn Pittsburgh Philadelphia New York and Boston in a schedule outline. Several city matchups are listed including Philadelphia Chicago St Louis Boston Detroit and Milwaukee Columbus Toledo Indianapolis and Minneapolis Louisville.
Walter Van Winkle former two year basketball coach at the University of Cincinnati was named to a similar post at Miami University by athletics director George L. Rider. He will succeed Wilbur Ewbanks who followed John Mauer to Tennessee and will also assist on the football staff.
George Dickson aged 52 leaped from a downtown Vancouver hotel first floor window. Police Constable Ron Eveleigh slid under the fall to cushion the impact and prevent serious injury as Dickson hit the sidewalk.
Cleveland Indians boast a four game winning streak and a strong pitching lineup led by Mel Harder Al Milnar Johnny Allen Bob Feller and Willis Hudlin ready to face the New York Yankees in a key series Harder may not start while Milnar aims to repeat his 2 1 win over the champions in 12 innings The Tribe pitchers also beat St Louis Browns 7 2 and 3 2 with Hudlin earning a win in relief in a 12 inning victory and Cleveland sit 2 1/2 behind Boston and nine behind the Yankees
The report lists multiple baseball scores with teams including Pittsburgh and Boston facing Philadelphia New York St. Louis Cleveland Washington Chicago and Detroit. Notable players include Ruffing Dickey Pippin Parmelee and Brucker with varied batting lines and pitching lines across games.
Bradbury social notes list visits and guests across town. Mr and Mrs J M Carsey and son visited relatives at Bethel. Robert T Rice returned from Toledo. Mrs Charles Jones of Hobson guest of Mr and Mrs Herbert Manley. Mr and Mrs Damon and baby of Bowling Green visited Ed Gilkey. Viola Hysell of Thomas Fork spent weekend with Davy Haggey. George Gilmore and Yeager of Toledo were guests of Burt Waugh. Bible School attendance was 78. Teddy Golden and William Smothers families visited local friends.
Logan Blasius tailors, longtime occupants of the Rempel Block on West Main Street, will move to the Ambrésé Hotel Building shortly after June 1. They will take over the room previously used by the Agriculture Conservation Office.
Cleveland reports Oscar Grimes, a durable journeyman, has become Manager Oscar Vitt’s key infield safety. Grimes filled multiple positions including replacing the injured Hal Trosky at first base, delivering steady defense and improving versatility as injuries ripple through the infield.
In Corning the school notes correct an omission in scholarship and eighth grade awards. John Frederick Mindigo placed fourth in Perry County eighth grade tests and correction by Superintendent Cady follows. The list includes top eight in Perry and Ohio districts plus senior and general scholarships across counties and states.
Indianapolis clocked a dramatic Memorial Day 500 as Floyd Roberts, 49, winner last year, died after a three car crash. Wilbur Shaw collected $21,400 for his second win in this 27th running, while Chet Miller and Bob Swanson were injured and others saw fierce battles among Meyer Snyder Bergere Horn and Rose.
Kenny Begg and George Lanta tied for Class A with 67s while Bill Smiley led Class B with 68. H E Miller was third in Class A with 68 as Webb Walker Fred Hussey and Carlos Cameron tied for fourth at 69. Al Nellis shot 70 to follow Smiley, Bill Brooke 71 and a three way tie for fourth at 72 among Evan Jones Bill Cable and Art Cornwell.
The Jacksonville Indians opened their home season with a decisive 18-1 victory over the Corning All-Stars, extending their win streak to 13. Cuminsky pitched effectively as the lineup delivered strong hitting behind him. The club has no game scheduled for next Sunday and seeks a first-class opponent.
Sr and Miss Lulu Dunlap attended a Gore reunion. Numerous visiting relatives including Marlene and Gene Spence in Columbus and Miss Beatrice Roberts and Betty Jean Lehr. Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts and others plan trips to Columbus and Mrs. Minnie Mason’s home. Mildred Ferguson and children seen in Zanesville. John Monahan ill in New Lexington. Multiple residents travel between Columbus Crooksville Lancaster Malvern and Fort Wayne for visits and employment.
Mrs John Sicilian of North Valley Street entertained her club recently at her home. Prizes were awarded to Mrs Isabella Cowley Mrs Carl Palmer and Mrs Gladie Morgan. A spaghetti supper followed for listed guests including Mr and Mrs Gaston Sicilian.
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