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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1940

Page

7

Unclear listing of road repair and equipment notes

Fragmentary notice lists a Diamond paved road project near Mio with 2 sprayer sets and parts, a storage dive sprayer, and Entetrac wing components, but details unreadable and dates uncertain.

16 percent and 24 percent aim at Gy 7 tl

16 percent and 24 percent figures appear in the fragment alongside Gy 7. The readable text indicates percentages targeting certain categories while Gy 7 remains as a named element. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.

No-Wit Jinx Hovers Over Feller After Detroit loss

Local fans fear Bob Feller may lose a no-hitter rhythm after a rough lapse against the Detroit Tigers Sunday. The piece notes past near no-hitters and lists several pitchers with similar struggles, referencing Hubbell Ferrell Vander Meer and others in a snapshot of wartime pitching woes. The article also touches on bowling tournament highlights and Brewers minor league chatter.

Cleveland Bob Feller Jinx Detroit ‘Tigers Carl Hubbell Wes Ferrell Brooklyn Burke Ul Dean Giants Vernon Kennedy Bill Dietrich Johnny Vander Meer Johnny Vander Meer ‘Trying To Regain His Confidence Lek Monte Pearson

Bowman Wins as Pirates Top Cubs in Narrow 9-5 Victory

George Kirkley reports from New York on MLB opening day results. Joe Bowman earned credit for a 9-5 Pirates win over the Cubs after being informed his father had tied before game time, while Mike McCormick starred for Cincinnati as the Reds beat the Cardinals 6-1. Cleveland and Detroit won to stay even with Boston and Chicago in the pennant race.

George Kirkley United Press New York Wisenheimers Yankees Reds Bill Mekhechnie Eric Lombardi Thas Bully Myers Lonnie Treys Harry Craft Gene Thompson Paul Derringer Bucky Walters Reds Lylim Mike McCormick Indianapolis Mike Heliga Angels Calif Miike Frank McCormick Cincinnati Alecession Diwer Seab Cardinals Joe Bowman Pittsburgh Cubs Mace Brown Max Butcher Bonetti Olsen Toadee Pirates Cleveland Red Sox Browns Indians Jett Heath Wills Fudlin Earl Averill Pinky Higging Frank Meths Tigers White Sox Luke Appling Hank Greenberg Jynn Nelsen Tresh

75 000 In Prizes For Professional Golf This Summer

Teeny 2uem printa er of sional golfers will tee off for an aggregate of 75 000 in prize money this summer, tournament manager Fred Coveoran of the Professional Golfery Association announced today. Ten events, beginning with the Goodall round rosin match play tournament at the Fresh Meadow lab, N.Y., have been scheduled and others are to be added when details are completed.

Printa Fred Coveoran Professional Golfery Association Fresh Meadowlab N.Y

Budge Replaces Tilden As No 1 In Open Tennis

At White Sulphur Springs W Va April 28 2 9 the United States open tennis tourney begins with Don Budge taking the top billing from William T Telen Iris Stormy Pete in a field boosted by strong amateur entries Despite lack of top backing the field remains the best yet with some players resisting the national association’s restrictions Baseball results from American Association and International League include Toledo 4 Milwaukee 2 Indianapolis 2 Minneapolis 0 Louisville 9 and Rochester 2 Baltimore 2 plus several games postponed.

Toledo Milwaukee Tadianapolis Minneapolis Doulaville St Paul Rochester & Baltimore AMI Otters

Bimelech Odds Drop 8-5 for Kentucky Derby

New York April 22 Odds on Bimelech to win the Kentucky Derby fell to 8-5 as bookmakers options reflect a limited field of contenders. The book lists 10 horses with real chances, while 20 others may enter speculation at wide prices. Bimelech remains the clear favorite with 4-3 to win and 2-5 for place, with Andy Ky at 4-1 and Midland at 4-1 as notable challengers in Kentucky.

New York Bimelech Alonse America Bradley Andy Ky Andy K Midland Kentucky

Second perfect game in ABC event by Domenico

Detroit April 23 Angelo Domenico a 27 year old Canton Ohio bowler rolled the second perfect game in the current American Bowling Congress event. He began with 162 and 181 in doubles then ran 12 strikes in a row finishing with a 300. Domenico’s feat is the eighth in ABC history and earns him a diamond studded medal but no cash prize.

Hieas Detroit Angeloike Domenico Canton Peel Walker George Pallage Akron Domenico ABC Onothey

Perrin to defend featherweight crown May 8 in New Orleans

Jim Perrin will defend the Louisiana Athletic Commission's version of the world featherweight championship in a 13 round decision bout against Bobby Ruffin of New York, announced today in New Orleans.

Eagles Obtain Two Linemen From Bears

Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL have acquired two linemen from the Chicago Bears in a trade to strengthen their line. The players are Leonard McDonsey and Richard Boss, sent here in exchange for ownership rights to John Sienectsl, a guard formerly with Sania Clara center whom the Eagles selected at the annual draft meeting.

United Press Philadelphia Philadelphia Eagles Chicago Bears Bert Bell Eagles Lepter

Joe Louis to Referee Bout in Lancaster Appearance

Joe Louis world heavyweight champion will referee a bout in Lancaster on Thursday. He has been engaged by promoter Aussi Hebday to supervise the light heavyweight match between Bosby Green of Philadelphia and Jackle Wilson of Pittsburgh.

United Press Lancaster Joe Lewis Hiamplon Aussi Hebday Willige Bosby Green Gelphia Dackle Wilson Pittsburgh

Unfavorable Weather Dampens Trout Season Prospects

Poor conditions curb opening day catches across Corry and surrounding districts. High, choppy waters and cold, unsettled weather deter anglers as reports from New York mirror limited yields. Despite weak early results, state fish authorities and Pennsylvania Fish Commission cite a broad stocking program as a potential boost for a stronger season ahead.

Corry New York State Asuth Solwee Seasons Inn Pennsylvania Pls Commission

Weather Dings Major Leagues With $500000 Loss

New York reports heavy rain and cold spell postpone many major league games, cutting gate receipts by at least 500000. The prolonged bad weather disrupts the start of the season, delaying a large portion of early schedules and straining teams’ plans for revenue.

New York Dwo Aaving

Scores and standings from yesterday and today in major leagues

Yesterday's results show Cleveland and St Louis tied at four while Chicago blanked Detroit. Philadelphia and New York had earnings as did Washington at Boston and Detroit at Chicago with several games postponed. Standings list Cincinnati Brooklyn Philadelphia Chicago Boston New York with W L and percentages.

Cleveland St. Loui Detroit Chicago Philadelphia New York Washington Boston St. Louis National W. L. Pet Cineinant Billsburgh Brooklyn New Yorke Westerday Cinenant Chiewso Vt Pittstand Lovie

Mrs Ruth Sheen Scores High in Local Shoot Event

Mrs Ruth Sheen posted a high 188 in a ladies trap time shoot for the Red and Gun Club. The event featured competitors such as Grace Lamott Norma Grice Hugh Almeda Aum and Jerry Mopeding with Fat scores listed, and the final tally of Ruth Sheen reached 168 for a standout performance.

Grace Lamott R. Sheen

Fisher Is Victor In Golf Tourney

Fisher defeats Hy Goodfellow 6 and 5 to win the Wildwood Club golf tournament debut. Glavence iSpiket Poder and Ukhiweight headline the event with strong play as Woodcrest’s star falls in late fourball action.

Fisher Victor United Preys Wildwood N. J Glavence iSpiket Poder Bows Club Casbern Lal Bymugural Davitedlon Bol Hy Goodfellow Woodcrest Widwood Liane Wisher

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