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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1937

Page

6

Ohio U and Western Reserve set to clash amid pass threats

Bill Edwards of Western Reserve notes Ohio has two Ray Zechs as Ohio U faces Reserve. The Frosh defense smothered Jurkovic and Montgomery in scrimmage limiting passes and punts. Peden fears a Reserve aerial attack led by Kelker Wilson and Lucas could overwhelm the Bobcats at League Park.

Bill Edwards Western Reserve Ohio Ray Zeh Bill Jurkovic John Montgomery Don Peden Dayton Reserve Ohio U Edwards Ray Zech Jurkovic Montgomery Zech Bobcats Peden Kelker Wilson Ragazzo Sidinger Bobcat Scott Johnny Lucas Red Cats Lucas

Giants Favored In World Series By Luck And Pitching

Giants backers claim luck and a late surge give them the edge over the Yankees in a seven game series. The club relies on southpaws Carl Hubbell and Cliff Melton, solid defense, and a strengthened infield after midseason shifts.

World Series Facts and Jests From The 1930s Classic

Henry McLemore reviews World Series lore as Giants face Yankees in a subway classic. He catalogs quirky tidbits from mascots to distances between stadiums and Managers Joe McCarthy and Bill Terry, noting old rules and humorous cautions for players as the series shifts to a best of seven.

Henry McLemore New York Giants Yankees Justice Black China Yankee Stadium Oklahoma City Pisco Peru Guayaquil Bill Terry Joe McCarthy

Baseball base cushions and horsehide balls noted

The writer muses that any event can occur in a short series and imagines comfortable base cushions using softer stuffing and light fabrics. He notes that best baseballs may be covered in horsehide from horses raised in eastern-exposure stables.

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Red Sox Release Walberg and Thomas Prompt Changes

Boston general manager Eddie Collins announced the unconditional release of pitchers George Walberg and Al Thomas. He suggested further changes may follow but for now will let sleeping dogs lie.

Boston Boston Red Sox Eddie Collins George Rube) Walberg Alphonse al) Thomas Collins

Scout Reports Trojans Fast Big But Green

Ohio State backs coach Floyd Stahl details Southern California scouting. He notes a big fast but green Trojans, their power oriented offense, two basic formations, and key players Ambrose Schindler Bill Sangster Doyle Nave. Schindler's injury could hurt USC. Buckeyes prepared for coast trip with 37 players listed.

Columbus AUP Floyd Stahl Ohio State Buckgridders California Scarlet and Gray Combine Trojans Stahl Southern California Washington Minnesota Bernie Bierman Ambrose Schindler Schindler Bill Sangster Doyle Nave Francis A. Schmidt

Yanks Holden Feud With Melton Ahead of Openers

New York manager Joe McCarthy prepares to name Lefty Gomez to oppose Carl Hubbell in the opening game at Yankee Stadium. Cliff Melton, the NL champion’s rookie, sparks a growing clash with the Yankees after past remarks and a disputed pitch call. Hudson, Leiber, Chiozza adjust to southpaw matchups. McCarthy and Terry plan lineup tweaks. World Series ticket demand runs high as 66,669 may be challenged.

George Kirksey NEW York U.P Yankees Lady Luck Giants Terrymen Chicago Cubs Yanks Luck Hank Leiber Bob Feller Crosetti Fitzsimmons Terry Travis Jackson Jackson Joe McCarthy New York Yankees Carl Hubbell Yankee Stadium Lefty Gomez Cliff Melton Melton Bill Dickey Evan McCarthy Gomez Hubbell Bill Terry Lou Chiozza Johnny McCarthy Jake Powell

Newark Bears Tie Series With 1–0 Win Over Columbus

Donald Blanks pitched six strikeouts and one walk over a complete game as the Newark Bears beat Columbus 1 to 0 in game five. Bill Hershberger and Joe Gordon connected for the lone RBI, while Max Macon allowed eight hits but kept Columbus scoreless through nine innings. The series moves to game six tonight.

Columbus U.P Atley Donald Newark Bears Donald Newark Bears Vito Tamulis John Chambers Morton Cooper Red Birds Lynn King Bill Hershberger Joe Flash) Gordon Max Macon

Bulldogs Travel to Meet Pomeroy Panthers in S E O A R Clash

The Athens Bulldogs head to Middleport Thursday to face the Pomeroy Panthers in an S E O A R game. Athens aims to make Pomeroy the first victim of its attack on the road. Pomeroy fields one of its strongest teams in years.

Athens Bulldogs Middleport Pomeroy Panthers Bulldogs Panthers Pomeroy

What’s on the air at Vic and Sad O’Neills and more

Radio listings show a diverse lineup including De Brian, Paul Sullivan, Sprigg Orch, Rapp Orch, Kathryn Cravens, Jack and Loretta Montana, Slim Ted Malone, Manhattan Matinee Ensemble, Vagabonds, Molina Orch, Academy of Medicine Dr Allan Joe, Follow the Moop, Mary Southern, Doris Kerr, Nora Stirling, Jack Shannon, Four Stars Paul Douglas, Charlie Hugh Jack Fulton, Hobby Lobby Patti Chapin Dailey Orch, Whiteman Orch, Dorsey Orch, Kidoodlers, Shefter and Brenner Club Matinee, and Neighbor Neil Clifford Mens Art Totem Dramatic Sketch Harry Kogen Orch.

Neil Clifford Mens Harry Kogen Orch S. T. Wlw CBS NBC Jr Nurse Corps Jack Armstrong Mary Southern Lady Science Service News Dorothy Gordon Billy and Betty Bert Lytell Bob Newhall Lowell Thomas Hall Amos ‘'N Andy Jack Fulton Bedley Brown Lum Abner Wayne King the Merrymakers Johnny Betty and Bob Meeting House Pepper You Ma Perkins Ane Severey Mary Southe Mary Marlin Kitty Keene Whistling Kid Rupper Lowell Thomas Amos 'N Andy Mayne Orch Mark Twain Mit

Doyle's Odds in World Series Forecasts

Broadway price-maker Jack Doyle quotes Series odds 2-5 Yankees 8-5 Giants First Game 5-7 Yankees 11-10 Giants Winning First Two Games 6-5 Yankees 4-1 Giants Winning Four Straight 6-1 Yankees 16-1 Giants.

New York U.P Jack Doyle Yankees Giants

Southerner Favored In 41st National Women’s Golf Meet

In Memphis 64 players advance from 119 as Pamela Barton of Great Britain defends her title. Estelle Lawson Page of Greensboro shoots 79 to grab medal honors for a second year, while Marion Miley leads pre tournament picks before fading to 87.

Memphis Tenn U.P Pamela Barton Great Britain Estelle Lawson Page Greensboro N. C Page Chatham Hunter Connally Henson Little Rock, Ark Miss Miley Virginia Fox Hershey

Watermelon weighed 40 pounds to enter Gallipolis festival

Luther Koontz of Bidwell aims to enter a 40 pound real melon in the Gallipolis Fall Festival competition beginning next Tuesday.

Gallipolis Luther Koontz Bidwell

Newspaper Picture at Athena Highlights Realistic Newsroom

A feature on the film The Women Men Marry opening at the Athena notes its authentic newsroom portrayal. Michael Fessier, a former newspaperman and producer, guides actors Josephine Hutchinson George Murphy through newsroom routines to capture authentic color and drama.

Hollywood Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Athena Josephine Hutchinson Fifth Avenue Michael Fessier Fessier George Murphy Sidney Blackmer Cliff Edwards Toby Wing Los Angeles

Car Collision Sparks Warrant Fight in Gallipolis

Collision involving Walter Rhodes of Columbus and John Walters of Northup district led to a reported clash among parties. Rhodes duo filed a warrant Monday in Justice Milliser's court, with a trial planned.

Gallipolis Walter Rhodes Columbus John Walters Frank Northup

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