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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1956
Page
7
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The Bulldogs open practice with drills and trials as coach guides the squad toward the season. Incoming players and veterans push for spots, while athletic events and schedules shape the early weeks.
The Cleveland Indians beat the Kansas City Athletics 5-2 and 2-1 to complete a doubleheader sweep, lifting Cleveland into contention for a pennant as Lemon and Lenior anchored a strong pitching performance. Lemon led the offense with timely hits and Rbi support as the Indians kept their slim title hopes alive in the American League.
Rudolph Corry led the Cory Country Club match play event as the focal golfers staged a westward revenge against visiting linksmen. Weather disrupted play but Rudolph finished strong with a 28 after nine holes, securing the club crown as teammates chased him closely.
Manager Bobby Bragan rearranges Pirates batting order by hitting best hitters first and pitcher seventh. Pirates win 9 0n Saturday but lose 7 6 and 8 2 in subsequent games as Giants leverage errors and Willie Mays baserunning. Bragan faces long road trip with 4% of season left and aim to rebound against Cincinnati.
A garbled OCR style fragment mentions football history, a conservation institute, and Peninsylvania. It references players, lab topics, dates, and unclear tasks. The text reads as a disordered mix of names, labels, and incomplete phrases with no coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
The second series draws include Dale Hignee Towbin 331 and Galton, with early round games set for Wednesday. Teams such as Upper Darby, Winchester, Roswell, and Barby vie for the prefinal honors, while a Mini Perdivity trophy contest headlines the pinched schedule.
The Steelers offense displayed strong execution in a Saturday night clash against the Lions. Key contributors included noted playmakers from the Univ of Cincinnati and other colleges, with the unit showing finesse and improved timing.
A Pony League clash saw Hornell battle Erie in a tense matchup. Both teams traded leads as Pitino and others contributed. final action left fans awaiting official box with a close score.
The Olympic fund has raised $326,102.47 toward a $500,000 target. The money, donated by spectators at athletic contests hosted by member schools, will be used to train equip send national representatives to the Australian Olympic Games.
Smith the lightweight champion defends his crown Friday night in New Orleans against Joe Brown, who seeks a second straight win after a 60 14 8 record. The bout at Municipal Auditorium marks the city’s first title fight in 39 years. Brown predicts victory as Smith aims to end a three-fight skid since last defending his title. Other bouts include Gonzmler-Spallotta and Berrios-Fori Rico headline cards in major arenas.
Jim Fiebelkorn won his first feature race at Skyline last night. Kevel of IusuloTph and Johns of Brockway, with Mc Ginley of Clarion in close after, filled the top positions. Wednesday at Stighr Grove will showcase the modified sportsman class.
Yesterday's Stars top Cubs 6-0 in the first game of a doubleheader as Murry Dickson allowed only two hits, retired 17 in a row, struck out nine, and drove in two on three hits. Hank Aaron Auton homered late to lift the Braves 3-1 over the Redlegs.
Harrisburg reports 60 000 boys vying for posts on 740 high schools squads as the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association opens drills for the September 7 season. Eight major teams carry unblemished records into 1956, including Clearfield Huntingdon Minersville Warren Carlisle Lower Merion and Mahanoy Township. Lower Merion holds a 23 game all winning streak, while Mahanoy Township has 21. Last year’s conference champions affected include Clearfield Huntingdon Carlisle Warren Aliquippa Steelton Williamsport Coal Township.
The senior amateur championship opens with an 8 hole test at par 70 in Somerset Colise, trimming 120 entrants to 82 for match play. Favorite J Wood Pratt of Bethlehem Pa won last year’s senior event for amateurs 55 and over. Strong challengers include George Studinger of Daly City Calif and 66 year old Chick Hyuns of Chicago, once a famed name.
Persistent rain drenched the Corry Country Club course yesterday forcing postponement of the Don Mackenzie handicap tournament. MacKenzie’s biggest local nine event will be rescheduled to mid September to avoid conflicts with surrounding-area events, tourney chairman Bob Bracken says.
National League standings show Cincinnati leading with 68 wins, followed by St Louis and Philadelphia. Today Milwaukee visits Cincinnati as the only game on the docket. Yesterday’s results included Milwaukee 3 1 Cincinnati, Brooklyn 3 Philadelphia 2, St Louis 6 Chicago 1, New York 7 Pittsburgh 3. Tomorrow’s schedule features New York at Milwaukee, Brooklyn at St Louis, Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, Philadelphia at Chicago.
The standings show New York leading with 87 wins and 41 losses, Cleveland and Chicago close behind. Baltimore and Washington trail, while Kansas City and Boston struggle. Tonight’s schedule includes Cleveland at New York and Chicago at Boston with two long games noted.
Swood's Son won the American Derby worth 159 425 dollars with Eddie Arcaro aboard F Gay Drake. Needles failed to secure an undisputed 3 year old title, finishing fifth after major triumphs. The Warrior was second and Toby B. third as Needles and trainer Dave Brhi had no decisive bid. Weekend fights listed for Hollywood and other cities.
Between high living costs and family needs, this local ad promises a tailored cash loan option without extra cost or obligation. It invites readers to call Corry 2 8279 or visit 1011/2 North Center Street, Corry, to fit the loan to their income.
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