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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1941
Page
7
The document records a probate notice for the estate of a deceased individual in Corry. It lists the executrix or administratrix, attorney, and dates related to filings, with references to Lake, Liberty, and local property descriptions.
Local notes discuss a booster game with a youth heavy squad aiming to fund debt relief, plus Beaver grid plans under Coach Byler with a tough schedule. Chicago Bears open defense with a decisive win over college stars and Redskins, signaling high hopes for the season.
A semi pro baseball game at Loveland Field featured 24 hits and six pitchers, ending 11 to 9 as the Invaders edged the Mercer County All-Stars. Dimick starred in center, while Morrison, Pearlman, Wichalyk and Slabe drove key runs. Johnson took the loss for the All-Stars in a wild, high-scoring contest played before about 240 spectators.
Jamestown Palcons clinched the Pony League pennant by defeating the Olean Oilers 12 to 4 before 4000 fans. Frank Stivekar pitched well as Jamestown piled up 20 hits, delivering eight runs in the third inning to seal the title.
Sports Roundup reports tentative plans for the World Series tickets as New York and fans react. Dodgers likely open with home games at Ebbets Field while Yankees prepare for the series amid limited practice access and crowded excitement.
WAHHHWN Aug 30 The Warren Ski Club begins preparations for fall and winter with plans to lengthen and relocate a 600 foot ski tow, add a safer 300 feet, and install lights for night skiing. Three slope levels are offered, plus a new toboggan run. A large project to enhance resort facilities follows last season's success.
Aug 30 report from Omaha notes Bud Ward of Spokane and Slim Abbott of Los Angeles advancing to the 45th National Amateur Championship final of golf at the Field Club. Ward, winner in 1939, and Abbott, who previously lost to Willie Turnesa in 1936, meet in an eight hole final after each won key earlier matches.
Dodgers star Wyatt hits his 18th win as the Dodgers top the Giants in a tense matchup. The page notes his strong hitting streak and key plate appearances contributing to the victory, while other major league games and scores are briefly mentioned.
Detroit Lions travel to Pittsburgh for a Labor Day game against the Steelers. The match, headlined by a charity Variety Club event, aims to boost prestige for both clubs as they prepare for the upcoming regular season.
The Associated Press reports a proposed cross country relay plan from Erie to Philadelphia with stops at multiple cities. The route would pass through Harrisburg, Reading, Norristown, York, Allentown, Bethlehem, and Philadelphia, with dates in November and associated towns listed as relay points.
AP feature notes potential memberships for the Golf-For-All Club in Borger Texas with mention of local golf activity and the Hutchinson County Open. The report highlights emerging local interest and speculative discussion around cooperative arrangements and regional golf events. Also reports Charles Frankett named head wrestling coach at Muhlenberg College.
Ben Hogan builds a stroke lead in the Hershey Open as top contenders chase a strong field. The veteran faces pressure from fellow professionals and emerging talents amid a windy, challenging course layout in Hershey Pennsylvania.
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