Walker Returns with Decision Over Lomski in Sports
Corry Evening Journal notes Grover Cleveland Alexander’s storied career and 372 NL wins, highlighting his World Series heroics for St Louis and later career moves. The piece blends baseball history with local sports notes, then shifts to Central High football practice and a preview of Duquesne University’s gridiron program under Rockne system influence and Layden leadership.
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Andreas
Syracuse
Notre Delve
Walker Defeats Lomski to Boost Title Ambitions
In Philadelphia, Mickey Walker wins a ten round decision over Leo Lomski before 26,000, narrowing the path to the light heavyweight title as Loughran vacates the crown. Walker, 166 pounds, outpoints Lomski who weighed 1721/2, with two knockdown-like moments and a late rally sealing the victory.
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George Kirkley
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Mickey Walker
Tommy
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Jack Sharfey
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Veteran pitcher key to haze on Chiens pennant chase
Ennes Penner Teperessoet drills for a clutch drive as Chiens vie for the Nation Joazue pennant. Joe Meturthy and Ken Pomimer duel in a tense milina polis clash. Veteran starter Collubius, Mise Clayetiaid, and Hut Heir appear in the chase with swift, sharp pitching and a near perfect command from McLarthy.
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Joe Meturthy
Pegently
Ken Pomimer
Milinapolis
Pehnen
Sutton Bie
Imart
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Heniane
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Scores and upcoming American league games
Yesterday's scores include New Yorker 2 Washington 5, Cleveland 3 Boston 3, Detroit 2 Detroit 6, Boston 4 Philadelphia 8, St Louis 2 Philadelphia 7, Pittsburgh 6 Philadelphia 8, Pittsburgh 5. Today's schedule lists Philadelphia at St Louis, Boston at Detroit, Washington at Cleveland, New York at Chicago, Pittsburgh at Philadelphia, Chicago at New York, St Louis at Brooklyn, Cincinnati at Boston.
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Brooklyn
Cincinnati
Tener Reported Seriously Ill In Pittsburgh Hospital
Former Pennsylvania governor and former National League president Tener is in incipient pneumonia and in fairly good condition at West Penn Hospital. He fell ill after a cold following golf near Washington, Pennsylvania, and his wife remains at their summer home in Maine.
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Corry Men Named to State Rifle Team for Camp Perry
The Corry Bad End Gun Club rifle squad earns three slots on the Pennsylvania twelve-man state team. Merle Isreloon Guerge Kittebenger and Blaine Wallace will depart Sunday for Camp Perry Ohio where the national competition opens in early May. The Corry trio are expected to play key roles for the state squad at the national event.
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Merle Isreloon
Guerge Kittebenger
Blaine Wallace
Camp Perry
Ady
Tate
Tsradson
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Perry
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Fiat
Scoreboard Flashbacks From A Sloppy Baseball Night
United Press reports a rough set of scores with the St Louis Browns held to six hits by Bill Shores who led the Philadelphia Athoncs to a late win. Chicago White Sox beat by a late run as Contienrie delivered the deciding score. Jim Moran and Skeid pitched for New York and Cleveland errors aid Washington. Tigers beat Boston after a split with Detroit’s Gas ton and Sortoll. Pirates drop two to Philadelphia. Phils edge them as Hite earns a treaty-like result.
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Christy Mathewson
St. Lola Cardinals
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Jad Peay Loomari
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Jack Kearns
Bob Hitzsimmions
Pets Latzo
Tiger Hlowers
Tommy Reilly
Chupke Vorhees
Farry Kendi
Lomsid
Tommy Loughran
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Cincinnati
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Bart ‘Contienrie
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Skeid
Jim Morain
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National women’s tennis crown narrowed to 82 players
United Press reports the second day of the Hin national women’s tennis championship with 82 players remaining. Defending champion Miss Wills dominates the field, defeating Katherine La Murche of Philadelphia, while Helen Jacobs emerges as the challenger seen as a strong rival after last year’s runner up finish. A separate item notes the death of 16 year old Jarien Loshell in Harrisburg after an electric trailer accident.
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Mason Dixon line settles murder issue in Waynesburg
In the Mason Dixon line dispute over where Bert Wells was killed near Meridville and Morgantown prosecutors use a surveyor’s compass to determine if the crime occurred in Pennsylvania or West Virginia. Wells was slain about 1 foot inside the Pennsylvania border, John Wile 20 of Meridville was ordered held for trial, and coroner’s jury urged further questioning of Charles Corwin and Fred Curtis amid a feud.
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Titusville Plays Here Wednesday in Corry Showdown
The Titusville baseball team visits Corry for the second game of a series arranged by Manager Pearce of the Winch Billiards. The Junior High diamond hosts a late afternoon tilt at 6 80 on Wednesday with a expected large crowd as Titusville seeks revenge after a 8 0 win over Erie prior.
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Ambitious Mingue Pitcher Howard EMME OWARD FAME
A fragmentary report notes Mingue pitcher Howard Emme Oward Fame as one of the few surviving players from a bygone era. The piece mentions him showing a gun from the majors and alludes to a roundabout career path and a trade involving the Red Sox after the 1022 season, with several garbled names and numbers.
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Western Open golf leaders ready for the event
Milaukee Aug 20 With many top golfers in contention the Western Open begins tomorrow at Aukee Country Club. The field expands to four days with 300 players hoping for top scores as rounds decide the champion. Notables include Tommy Armour, Ben Sarrazin, Horton Smith, Harry Hampton, Al Watrous and Bobby Jones among others.
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Thia Yeon
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Ommy Armoui
Railroad profits rise in first half amid 1926 peak
Article reviews economic trends for the first half of a year, noting higher railroad volumes and pricing strength compared with the prior year. It cites manufacturing momentum and national business confidence, while warning against financial manipulation and market volatility.
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America
Contiden
The Lranscon flight and early refueling stations
The fragment discusses the Transcon flight era and refueling needs for aviation. It references nights over the Atlantic seaboard, overhead routes, fuel plans, and the role of stations in supporting air travel. It mentions stock lists, last October figures, and growing interest in aviatic infrastructure and related expenditures.
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Durance Hyers
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