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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1941
Page
7
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A fragment notes a severe estimated work issue in Florida involving a Ford plant early in the period. Names or dates are unclear, but the mention ties to local industry and possible disruption. Further readable details are minimal.
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An ambitious schedule for the newly organized baseball season is set with games against a mix of teams including the Homestead Grays and Pittsburgh Crawfords. Terry Moore leads the St Louis roster with standout defense and top league scoring. Akron Goodyears and other clubs are courting exhibitions to boost attendance and offset early season droughts.
The Pittsburgh Pirates push toward the pennant by defeating the Cincinnati Reds 7-5, boosting their surge with Vince DiMaggio’s homer and a four-run seventh. St. Louis, Brooklyn, and Chicago stumble as the season tightens.
Sammy Angott settles into serious training at Ketchel A C gym on the Southside after a defeat in Philadelphia. He vows to avenge his loss to Sugar Angel and prepares for a bout on Lee Roony McGinley show in Forbes Field on August 11 with strong sparring partners and renewed resolve.
Freddie Cochrane, a redheaded Newark boxing standout, defeated Pritzie Zigi to claim the world welterweight title in New Jersey. The victory marks a historic first redhead champion in years, with Cochrane describing plans for a return bout within sixty days.
Craig Wood and Ben Hogan defeated Bo Souler and Charles Eberhardt in an 18 hole match at the Chautauqua Golf Club. Wood surged on the second round to a 68, besting his partner Hogan who finished with a one under par second round. The home team Souler and Eberhardt finished with 76 and 76 respectively as Hogan displayed his renowned short game.
The article profiles Mrs. Smythe of Aurora who is praised as one of the nation’s keenest rough‑water fishers and a top contender for the national championship at Ta Hanapolis in August, highlighting her deep sea fishing enthusiasm and skill.
An elated Florence team overwhelmed Sumter pitcher Liston McCauffin with a barrage of wild pitches. McCauffin stumbled as he threw the ball over the grandstand in a chaotic late inning, allowing the decisive run.
Williams, a prisoner of war in Germany, writes from captivity asking that his horse Mary Prince be kept in training. His horses still appear on English tracks and have recently upset odds, including a claim about ee and Althosh.
Yesterday in Lancaster Pa the Pottsville Racquets earned a win as 6 up sets highlighted the Red Roses tennis championships. Players Laborsk una Bill Dorasavage Portaville remained in contention with Paul Shatner and La Borst, while Doncaster and Porbes also advanced toward May matches.
Yesterday's stars include Vern Glken and Vince DiMaggior. Glken tied Cubs and Pirates to halt Cardinals with a clutch hit, while DiMaggior homered as Pirates claimed a town title against the Reds. Edgie Milter lifted the Braves with a three run homer sparking a six run uprising against the Phillies.
State tournament action leaves 20 teams vying for eight sectional titles. Bethlehem Coplay West Chester Quarryville Perkasie Howard McCall Williamstown Lebaron Lewistown St Michaels Nanty Glo clearfield Helldfunis South Williamsport Montigam Bry Old City Mine with series underway or starting today. The home and home format shifts toward a wider regional finale by next week.
Albert Wright knockout attempt in New York leads to a late attack on Paco Villa in Los Angeles while Sari Jannazzo defeats Garda Sid in New Haven. Boxing action spans New York Los Angeles and New Haven with notable outpoints and contested exchanges.
Roundup covers major league schedules and player notes with scattered references to Phillies Grissin Nash and Yankees Kimbrough. Mentions Dodger drive and Forest Hills tennis events plus Minnesota and Broadway items and a note on Shavely All Stars selection.
Cleveland star pitcher Bob Feller, 22, passed the selective service physical exam yesterday amid upbeat notes from Dr. Michael Geraci, who called him a perfect specimen. Feller, already a 20 game winner for the Indians, is slated for possible induction later this year as draft officials monitor his status and classification.
Avi Knapp paced the marker as the outdoor shoot proceeded last night. The event featured scores around 390 to 499 with participants including George, Patterson, Melson, and others.
In Goshen New York on August 6, a crowd of about 26,000 gathered at Good Time's Park for the Kentucky Derby style pacing event. Bill Gallon, the 3 year old colt, led the early morning action with a mile race to claim the winner's purse of 38,328 dollars, 20,995.98 to the top claimer.
The Warren Red Jakey and Mah xenpo group arranged a fence around Warren Russell Field. A steel fence arrived in right size and shape but was shipped back after a delay. The fence is to be finished before locals attend football at Russell Field this autumn.
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