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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1932

Page

7

Mitel's Musings on Boxing Plans and Farewells

Mike Heaney, after his first pro year at Athens Country Club, leaves New Jersey tomorrow with uncertain winter plans possibly touring the southwest. Promoters and managers discuss big matchups including Carnera, Godfrey, and Schmeling with bouts tentatively set for Philadelphia and Chicago venues, signaling a packed pace for the boxing world as 1930s era figures navigate travel and promotions.

Mike Heaney Athens Country Club Mike New Jersey Gene m Rochester Meaney

Bobcats Face Redoubtable Bearcats In Cincinnati Showdown

Ohio leads scorers George Gerry and Bill Gilliland watch as the Bobcats travel to Cincinnati to meet an undefeated Bearcats squad. Expected capacity crowd, with Henry Corradini returning at quarterback and Bob Hilbert ready after a four week absence. Don Peden stresses rigorous prep to counter Cincinnati’s form.

Ohio George Gerry University of Dayton Bill Gilliland University of Cincinnati Earl Wright Wittenberg George Wertz Ohio Wesleyan Navy Henry Corradini Annapolis Bob Hilbert Hilbert John Dann Don Peden Bobcats Bearcat Invaders Philadelphia Carl Perina Pennsylvania Ohio State Columbus Pittsburgh George Munger Fole Ed Lewis Don Kellett

Chocolate to defend featherweight crown in Los Angeles clash

New York reports that Kid Chocolate of Havana will defend New York State’s featherweight title against Fidel LaBarba at Madison Square Garden in Los Angeles on December 14. The 15 round bout will be the pair’s third meeting, with Chocolate winning the first and LaBarba the second.

New York Ki¢ Chocolate Havana New York State Fidel LaBarba Los Angeles Madison Square Garden Chocolate LaBarba

Phillies Unveil Nugent as New Philadelphia Nations League President

Gerald P Nugent former business manager is elected president of the Philadelphia Nations League baseball club succeeding Lewis C Ruch. The club seeks young heavyweight prospects to build for the future and expects to develop real contenders in the next year or two.

Philadelphia UFA Gerald P. Nugent Philadelphia Nations League Baseball Club Lewis C Ruch

Gallia Academy, Jackson eye clash for Southeast Ohio title

Gallia Academy High School officials opened negotiations with Jackson High School to schedule a game on November 18 or 19 for the Southeastern Ohio Championship. If played, the teams would likely finish undefeated with 1.000 percentages, or Gallia would have six league games versus Jackson five. Meanwhile Gallia and Jackson prepare for Athens High Friday as Kelton returns for Gallia in league play. photos prevented practice last night.

Gallipolis Jackson High School Gallia Academy High School Principel E. &. Higgins Lawrence Nyers Jona Luts Jackson School Jackson Gallia Academy Myers Lute Athens Athens Bulldogs Chillicothe Blue Devils Kelton Logan

Risko or Walker in Boxing Showdown for December 6

In Los Angeles California veteran heavyweight John Riske from Cleveland was among top invites to face Mickey Walker at Olympic Auditorium on December 6. Promoter Jack Doyle sought a strong drawing card with Walker open to facing worthy opponents including Lee Ramage. Riske previously scored a decision over Walker in a Cleveland bout last summer.

Los Angeles Nev U.R John Riske Cleveland Mickey Walker Olympic Auditorium Walker Jack Doyle Risko Lee Ramage California Ohio

Sophomores Get Chance To Prove Themselves Against Penn

Coach Sam Willaman plans to test sophomore players in the remaining games as seven seniors and seven juniors dominate the lineup. Promising sophomores include Regis Monaghan Max Padiow Damon Weisel Jack Smith and Dave Jones while injuries may keep Carl Cramer and Junius Ferrall from starting against Pennsylvania.

Collmbus Sam Willaman Pennsylvania Damon Weisel Fulback Jack Smith Dave Jones Carl Cramer Junius Ferrall Fercalle Cramer WE Ankior

Harlem race track to reopen in Chicago next year

Chicago sportsmen plan to rebuild the Harlem track once noted in local racing history. The one mile facility will feature new stands clubhouse and jockey club home and open in May next year, adding the city’s fourth major racetrack.

Chicago Harlem Jockey Club Harry A. Ash

Galloping Geels Players Aiming for New York Giants

A. Angel Browell and Mike Stepanovich of the Galloping Geels from St. Marys California are expected to join the New York Giants next year after accepting offers from owner Tim Mare. Both seniors. Browell star of the team.

New York A. Angel Browell Mike Stepanovich Geels St. Mary's California New York Giants Tim Mare Giants Geela Fordham Brovelli

Red Cross Enlists 300 for Gallia County Roll Call Drive

Red Cross officials in Gallia County launch Armistice Day to Thanksgiving Roll Call with nearly 300 volunteers. Teachers and township leaders asked to recruit three members each. district chairmen named to lead house to house solicitation in Gallia and all townships. Two hundred letters went out seeking special gift contributions.

Red Cross Gallia County E. W. Edwards George Sagan C. C. Richards H. E. Houck Roll Call Gallipolis Baptist Educational Building sMrs James Elliott Melr Carter Henry Evans W. L. Kraft Morris Myers Knox Williams Cassius Cannady Boyd Thomas George Lear James Martin S. Homer Kerr William Davis Harry Hurn Addigor J. A. Berry Cheshire Ohio Perry John Jones Harry Wood Charlies Reese

Dredging Starts With Steamers Kathryn and Joe Cook

In Gallipolis on November 4 the Smith & Pfaff Sand and Gravel Co of Charleston began dredging Ohio River sand at Old Town bar. The Kathryn and the new Joe Cook tow sand down the Ohio and up the Kanawha to Charleston. Captain Freak Wright and Chief Engineer Russel Stone took charge to bring out the Kathryn. The fleet had been idle for eight months after flood damage at Elk River.

Kathryn Joe Cook Gallipolis Smith & Pfaff Sand and Gravel Company Charleston Ohio River Old Town Bar Ohio Kanawha Freak Wright Russel Stone Smith & Pfaff

Gravel shipments for Pine Street project arrive by river

The tor boat Tornado reached Gallipolis from the upper Ohio carrying the Hiram Carpenter fleet led by the large Gredge and the quarterboat. The Carpenter fleet will furnish sand and gravel for the Pine Street job and dig river gravel near the city.

Gallipolis Mondsey Upper Ohio Hiram Carpenter Carpenter Pine Street Carpenter Company

Steamer Trade Carries Steel Goods Through Port

Steamers Otto Mariet, Julius Fleishman, and Steel City carried Kanawbacca and Pittsburgh steel products yesterday. Tidens of the Pure Oil Fleet departed with two tank barges.

Gallipolis Otto Mariet Henry Yeiser Julius Fleishman Steel City Pittsburgh

Hatfield Coal Co Names Master For Finishman Tow

Captain Harry Martin of this city has been appointed master of the Finishman towing for the Hatfield Coal Company at the Cabin Creek plant on the upper Kanawha River.

Cincinnati Cabin Creek Kanawhe Harry Martin Hatfield Coal Company

$25 000 State Aid Is Due This Week

Gallia County schools receive between $25 000 and $90 000 in state aid this week. Checks are mailed by the state department of education to district clerks. The funds cover all due teachers for last year except for salary losses from delinquent taxes.

Gallipolie Gallia County BE. W. Edwards State Department of Education

Six Pleas of Guilty Made by Indicted Men

In Gallipolis on November 4 six defendants pleaded guilty before Judge W R White after a grand jury session. Evergreen admitted manufacturing intoxicating liquor and drew one to 20 years in the Ohio Penitentiary. he also faced parole violation. Casey Runyon Leach Ferguson Pinkerman Fulton Simms Raines listed various charges and pleas including motor vehicle theft, operating while intoxicated, resisting an officer, support, perjury and concealed carry with bonds set or defendants remanded.

Hugh Leach Mansfield Reformatory Charles Ferguson, Jr Aultis Pinkerman John Fulton Lee Simms Joan Raines

Divorce Granted in Gallipolis Case

Faye Moss has been granted a decree of divorce from Henry Mossman in Gallipolis Nevada by Judge W R White.

Gallipolis Nev Faye Mossmen Henry Mossman W. R. White

Injuries Mark Big Ten Football Prep Week Across Camps

Teams from Chicago to Minnesota prepare for key games as Pete Simmer and others pace the sidelines. Illinois and Purdue report injury updates while Michigan Michigan State and Notre Dame adjust lineups and await returnees ahead of upcoming clashes.

Chicago Pete Simmer Mack Seq Michigan Zimmer Egeinet Purdue Al!ore

Army Is Wlemore's Choice As Best Team in the Nation

In a spirited election day reflection Henry McLemore recalls the college football season. He notes Pitt's narrow upset of Army and praises Army's evolution led by Felix Pick Vidal and Jack Rucker, with context on All-American mentions and strong performances.

Army Wlemore Pittsburgh Pitt Harvard Panthers Heiler, Skladany Sebastian Skiadany Brother Skiadany Hie End Pisy Notre Dame Felix Pick Vidal Pick Jack Ruckter Rune Texas Bas

Close Season Ends In 3-3 Tie Between Chester and Syracuse

The Chester and Syracuse clubs finished the panda season in a 3-3 tie after a pitching duel. Davis hurled all nine innings for the Cheeters with seven hits allowed and one walk, while Quillen pitched nine for Syracuse, giving up nine hits. Sparing defensive plays and timely outs marked the game as the cream of the season, with no more games scheduled between the clubs this year.

Chester Syracuse Davis Cheeters Alien Davie Haveing Edge Eng Quillen Dee Wabal

Keller versatile sprinter eyes track season jumper role

Ohio State hurdler Keller may switch to head and broad jumping as the track season opens. Coach F A Catt recently discovered Keller's broad jump ability, with Keller now a senior and eligible for competition.

Jock Keller Ohio State F. A Catt. Cently Keller Enacs

Cincinnati Welcomes Mosking as Diagonal Force

John Mosking, newly enrolled at University of Cincinnati after a fall with Ohio State, joins the Bearcats with strength on the line. Captain Summerfelt dominates the forward wall while a Notre Dame game looms as a key test, and Yale’s Joe Crowley is noted in a rugged clash.

Ohio University Bobcats Cincinnati Bearcats John Mosking Ohio State University of Cincinnati Loos Ray Stecker Army Notre Dame Summerfelt Joe Crowley Yale Joe

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