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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1926
Page
2
Willie Hoppe, the 181 balkline champion, shattered two long standing records with runs of 149 and 200 against Jake Schacter in their championship match last night. The event lit up the arena as Hoppe surged to the lead, signaling a strong season ahead for billiards fans.
Toledo April 1 United Press reports on the A. Fhaul events with Murry Gerlusski of Detroit delivering a remarkable 1089, recording scores of 155 655 and 670 along the alley and shattering the high mark by four plus. The performance ranks as the third highest in bowling history as Mey, Shackett, and others are noted in the doubles.
Western Conference leaders clash with national Amateur Athletic Union figures over who should run the 1928 Olympic squad. Eastern colleges back the AAU, while Western officials push for college-only leadership, amid a long history of strained relations and calls for broader governance in amateur sport.
The National Prep Basket tourney moves into its third round at the University of Chicago with eight annual inter scholastic games. Westport High of Kansas City Newton Kiss Puebla Polo Vid Bin Bruit Ark Reno Oxia and Wheeler are among early winners as four teams advance through rounds one and two.
In a dramatic indoor game the Keys staged a furious comeback to beat the Hammermill nine nine eleven. Sullivan and White starred for the Keys with multiple baskets as fans roared. the final score stood at 29 to 30 as the Keys seized the lead late and held off the visitors.
A local gun club shoot last evening drew strong turnout and praise from Kiwanis members. Spectators witnessed nerve wracking finales and close battles as teams competed at Lanehtswasie Butler field with D Warren DeRosay thanking fans for support and organizers for cooperation.
Florida report states American League officials must prevent resin on hands while National and some minor leagues favored resin use. Commissioner Landis says resin on the hands does not violate the rule against ball resin. The ruling aligns with the national agreement and clarifies league discretion lies with the players, not the leagues themselves.
In a lopsided first game, Nanticoke dominated the Salt Lake Saints with a wide margin. The match featured standout performances and a clear mismatch as Nanticoke built an early lead and never relinquished it, signaling strong form for the season.
A train collision caused fatalities at a city area, with emergency crews responding to the scene. Victims include individuals identified in local reports, and town officials called for safety reviews after the incident near the hospital.
In a close preliminary contest at Warren, Ve Tirmineril anions defeated Jumier High by 20 to 16 as the home team’s star scored all 18 points. Illness sidelined several Kiwante Club orchestra members who could not perform as scheduled.
Sharon High School champions will spend four days in Washington for a meeting with President and Mrs. Eisenhower after winning the national championship in a hard fought basketball title awarded Saturday.
An broad state Armory match sets the Keystones to meet Lorain in the final contest. The event, a high benefit for Corry members, unfolds Friday evening with negotiations and a grand matchup atmosphere. Reilly Me Bride and Wise blend with local stars as the crowd anticipates a decisive battle for season bragging rights.
A cyclone devastates a village in Ohio. The event kills and damages homes. Local reporters describe widespread destruction, toppled buildings, and disrupted services as residents begin recovery.
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