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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1928
Page
2
National League pennant races mirror 1916 battles as New Yorks winning streak challenges standings while Milburn retires from international polo. Milburn’s exit alarmed fans as Americas squad seeks replacement with Malcolm Stevenson for upcoming matches against the Argentines.
Chicago Cubs flip the script on Philadelphia after a six game skid, scoring in the 22nd inning on Hewttcote's grounder to bring in the winning run. The marathon contest stretched deep into extra innings as both sides battled for the decisive moment.
The Stars were saved from defeat by late delays and umpire calls when the Merchants led by Charly Steening on East Washington street pressed for a win. Darkness halted play after the fourth, with Knapp, Sorsehomaer, Mc Lean, Craker and Gilson producing hits as the Stars avoided collapse.
United Press reports that William Tilden, captain of the 1928 Davis Cup team, will not appear before the United States Lawn Tennis Association executive committee as it weighs charges accusing him of violating the amateur rule. In a letter to Samuel H. Colon, president, Tilden said business demands prevent his presence, asking the committee to proceed without his testimony.
Cleveland dispatch reports an investigation expected today into alleged fixed races at Bainbridge with five men arrested by Sheriff Hanratty. Melvin Stevens Raceville Kentucky Harold Burlock Huntington West Virginia confessed after arrest alleging track managers feared exposure and jockeys were told to ride mounts to conceal the plot.
Toronto on August 23 John Pridhonms Taranta pitched a no hit no run game yesterday facing twenty batters through seven innings before a two out walk ends the bid.
Corry fans travel to Pittsburgh for the Giants Pirates doubleheader. Tarmen Hill is expected to pitch for the Buccaneers in one game as Corry aims to climb the division standings. Local supporters W. P. Foster Lyle Foster Robert Watson Glenn Gates and Richard Smith travel to cheer the team.
Forest Mill, August 2. After rain postponed matches, the women's tennis championships resumed with third round singles and second round doubles. Notable players include Mrs. May Suttem Bundy and Mrs. Hazel Hotchkiss Wightman, among sixteen competitors advancing in singles.
Baseball standings and results across the National and American Leagues. New York leads NL standings at 45 wins, St Louis 71, Chicago 53, Cincinnati 86, Pittsburgh 6452, Brooklyn 58, Boston 85, Philadelphia 88. Today's games include New York at Pittsburgh and Brooklyn at Cincinnati.
Cleveland bout sees Meyer inve score over Hybert in ten rounds as Strub loses to Cardi in a separate six round semi final. Thompson defeats Cardi in a Los Angeles billed welterweight clash ahead of next week title bout.
Yesterday Homer Haas powered the Philadelphia Athletics to a 17th inning win over Cleveland, lifting the team in a dramatic extra frame. The victory trimmed the A's deficit to the Yankees, who did not play.
Chick Evans leads a field of six Illinois and Oregon golfers in the Western Amateur at Oak Club Til, Highland Park, as opening rounds produce thrill filled play. Defending champion Don Stein loses to Gus Novotny. five Chicagoans and two Oregonians remain in title pursuit amid upsets and tight matches.
A Meadville Tribune Republican report laments Allegheny College strict entrance standards hindering athletic development. Four years of language are required for admission, with two years easing by condition, unlike other colleges. Local high school stars failed to join Allegheny, opting for Ohio University or other Western Pennsylvania schools with looser requirements.
Washington dispatch reports veteran left hander Tom Zachary was sent from the Washington circuit to the New York Yankees. The move followed Griffitt’s negotiations, with a late decision to delay announcing the deal. Pittsburgh beat Boston to end the series, a tight 3-3 game lasting into the ninth without a clear threat to the deal.
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