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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1923
Page
2
Chicago Tribune figures show nineteen football players died during the season from high schools to colleges and universities. Causes included injuries and accidents with some deaths from strangulation while others suffered due to alcohol and chewing tobacco use. The report notes notable names and potential Olympic connections amid broader sports gossip.
The text outlines a grounds tour and boxing night featuring Billy Gibson and other fighters. Mentions include The New York card with Henny Lalaard, Pal Moran, and Louis Vincentisi. Shows a chaotic mix of bout details and venue notes across a winter season.
Plans for a Firpo Wills fight, billed as a return bout between Dempsey and South American champion Firpo, have been abandoned. Wills would not commit until Dempsey and Firpo reach terms, with promoters eyeing Godfrey as a possible opponent and sparring partners shaping the card for a Great Falls setup.
Local sports pages report a muddled race for the northwestern Pennsylvania title with Thad Warren and Corry amid claims of stalling and disputed play. Wilkesbarre figures Reed of Boston and Joey Gana weigh in as tensions rise over who may claim the championship.
Announcement that Buffalo Blacks meet Keystones at Andes Lore tomorrow night has aroused strong local interest. The Keystones face their toughest test yet with Canisius High’s Ball Quintet and Paninus University standouts Ouarnieri and Hurt slated to defend for the Keystones. The outcome could decide the season crown as fans anticipate a hard fought midseason showdown at 8 80.
An unclear advertorial claims a product named Joint Baro or Joint Ruse swiftly penetrates the skin to relieve swollen and painful joints. It mentions instant action and daily use by distributors Downey, James Conde and Co, but provides little verifiable detail.
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