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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1948
Page
7
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Crowds of nearly 35000 expected at Municipal Stadium for the Browns versus Bills clash while the Eagles visit Philadelphia to meet the Bears. Cleveland enters as a two touchdown favorite after a 12 straight AAC regular season win. The Windy City squad holds a slight edge based on a stronger infield and the Cards’ improved running and passing games.
Nevada dominates Hawaii as standout passer Heath guides a fast start and several scorers contribute. The Wolfpack stretch a early lead with Trachok’s 36 yard TD sprint, while Hawaii’s defense struggles in the lopsided college basketball roundup. Other scores include Cornell over Rutgers and Westminster over Carnegie, with multiple small games noted in Wilkes-Barre and surrounding campuses.
Chicago Cardinals favored by 314 points as they vie for a second straight NFL title against the Philadelphia Eagles in a 6th annual playoff at Philadelphia. Browns hold a 1-point edge in All America Conference title bid with 49,000 seats expected empty at Municipal Stadium.
Topp's held a one game lead in the Ladies' B League after last night’s play, taking two from Franz Furniture while Bliss Cleaners edged Helen Shoppe. Rossbacher's won a game from Connie's, and Thomas Motor defeated Heiman's in two. Mary Marty paced the leaders with high scores across several matches as Bliss Cleaners and Helen Shoppe posted mixed results.
Gleveland, Dec 18. At AAFC meeting rumors of folding faded as plans for 1949 emerged. Allen said eight teams would remain, extending olive branch to a single rival, amid talk of Commissioner Jonas Ingram resigning to clear the way for Bert Bell to assume command in a Philadelphia dominated scenario.
An innovation was announced this morning that the Corry Warren basketball game will be broadcast on Warren’s FM station. The effort marks the city’s first attempt to air a sporting contest locally with play by play by Dragonts fans. Transmission arrangements were completed Thursday by Warren station workers and will originate from the Junior High stage for listeners unable to attend.
A reader’s fragment references a suspended figure and possible resignations amid league discussions. It mentions Commissioner Ingram, potential cross league leadership changes, and a Dasis season contest at Yankee Stadium. Also notes a common draft topic not on the National League agenda and upcoming league meetings. Hockey scores and teams appear briefly.
The Corry Rod and Gun Club advanced its monthly meeting from December 28 to December 21, to avoid holiday conflicts. The Tuesday gathering at the club home will reveal the deer pool contest winners and award prizes.
Philadelphia Phillies president Robert R. M. Carpenter said Dick Sisler is for sale at a price but he would prefer a trade. He rejected a substantial bid from Branch Rickey of the Brooklyn Dodgers and indicated Sisler would strengthen the club if offered players.
The Philadelphia Athletics yesterday sold the year old hurler to the St Louis Browns for an undisclosed cash sum. Savage, a right handed pitcher, will play for the Browns next season. Details of the sale were not disclosed and Savage’s current club ownership remains with Weed chief 1h rettot lole.
Arthur King the British lightweight champion defeated Tony Labuan of Ozone Park by knockout in the third round at Madison Square Garden. The show also featured Sandy Saddler stopping Terry Young in 37 seconds of the tenth round. Philadelphia beat New York 87 1, Chicago 71 67, Baltimore 74 63.
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