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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1930
Page
2
Local alleys on East Main Street ready for 1930 81 season with afternoon and evening hours. Manager Pappas says plans are in place for opening Saturday and expect reorganization of leagues to occur in coming weeks. Strong interest in larger crowds as spring past led to renewed activity and Sunday school and fraternal leagues discussed.
The British Empire United Games bring eleven nations to Chicago for a landmark international track and field meet at Soldier Field. U S Olympic‑caliber athletes, including champions from the Pittsburgh U S meet, face a formidable British squad selected from the Empire Games winners. The event marks the first major international track competition in the U S since 1908 and pits American depth against Britain's storied team.
Pros from northwestern Pennsylvania vie for top money in the district tourney. Ted Luther of Corry Country Club seeks to defend lead as Jayant al Bee hosts at Lake Shore in Erie. The event shifts from Greenville to Lake Shore with medal play on Thursday and a trip to Greenville next Tuesday for the regular tournament.
The Orange and Black football team initiates uniform issuance and a week of early practice as Coach McCall plans light drills this week. Northwestern Pennsylvania schools tally extra practice time with regular sessions not starting until September 2. The Beavers face Warren, Franklin, and Westfield early, aiming for a strong start with improved conditioning.
Reports indicate Washington defeated Philadelphia with a 3 to 7 score while Detroit overwhelmed St Louis in another filled schedule. The day reflects a packed slate with scattered notes on teams, venues, and upcoming matchups across American and National leagues.
United Press notes a light recent schedule with five majors games played and two listed for Monday. Washington beat Philadelphia as Sam Jones and Cronin led a Senators win while Lefty Grove and teammates held the A's scoreless. Detroit rookie Tommy Bridges earned a win as the Tigers defeated St. Louis Browns with strong defense backing.
Altoona prepares for Labor Day auto classic as 22 drivers, including Roy Painter with the Waverly special and Chet Gardner piloting the Flaming Chariot, arrive from Indianapolis and other hubs. Qualifying runs begin Thursday with practice Wednesday. 19 eliminations needed from a 22-car field.
Oil City High School begins practice for the 29 positions on the football squad. Captain Stoughton and nine lettermen lead the group, with five other experienced players joining. Training starts August 26 at Gulbertson Field under G. F. McAloy, with field fencing nearing completion for the season.
The article notes French welterweight MEETS FRENCH GOXER NEW YORK Auge 21 and rival Hogh er Beimandt of Veance are set for a ten round featherweight option at the Olympic Club on September 5 with no title on the line.
Union City quits Erie County League and shifts to independent baseball for rest of season. No games were played last week with one postponed and another forfeited. Ty Crandall and teammates will continue in local uniforms as Teague circuit ends.
Independent team plans a doubleheader against North Hast nine on Labor Day at home. Manager Finch aims a strong prep series, possible independent game to follow. Mineiies practice Wednesday and Friday. Bee County Baseball League race narrows with Wesleyville leading and Croassiey’s nine closing in.
The national men's tennis doubles championship moved into the second round with seed teams advancing. Big Bill Tilden limped through a match yesterday and may strain to reach the eighth national doubles final, teaming with Hunter against Henry Johnson and Malcolm Hill in their next round.
Kansas City hosts the Western golf championship at Hillcrest Country Club. Leading contenders include Mrs. Hill of Kansas City, 1920 champion and 1980 medalist, as the field starts qualifying in brisk scores.
Charles, an Oneida Indian from Haskell Institute, won the 1800 metre run to reach 986 points and a total of 7,813 348 in the closing day of the championships. Jim Stewart of Los Angeles finished second in a tight contest that saw Charles lead by eight points at the norm. Hermatt Brix of Los Angeles also starred with a strong toss in the closing events.
Tony Cadzoneri, former featherweight titleholder, faces Goldie Hess of California in a ten round bout at Queensboro Stadium. Hess aims to secure a New York ring debut and break John Monk's American muscle record with the 58 feet 8 1 4 inch 12-pound shot. Other field marks include Brix surpassing Ralph Rose, while relay titles go to Los Angeles A C and Boston A A C teams in sprint and distance events.
The Pittsburgh Pirates travel to Buffalo for an exhibition game against the Bisons of the International League on September 5 in a night contest.
The garbled text references Catholic and Mexican religious tensions, public tours, and the role of priests amid protest. It touches on national cohesion with European nations and the United States drawing closer to others, while criticizing political manipulation and calls for openness in international policy.
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