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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1933
Page
2
Local basketball notes report the Corry High Beavers showed grit but lacked scoring punch in a disappointing setback to Clymer. Warren, Sheffield, and Union City Roundups highlight reorganization plans and upcoming games as teams prepare for a tough southern division schedule in Exie County.
Beavers struggle to defeat Clymer High as junior and reserve squads post tight wins at the Junior High gym. Games feature Williams, Sparling, and Engle among scorers, with Clymer’s Case and Myers fielding a scrappy lineup in a hard fought county league matchup.
United Press tally of 153 editors names the New York Giants as the year’s biggest surprise for their late-season surge and world series win over the Washington Senators. Helen Jacobs’ title win and Notre Dame’s upset over Army also drew top votes, with various other upsets and events rounding out the year’s surprises.
United Press report from Los Angeles notes Jack Dempsey, back from retirement, refereeing a suburban arena match. After admonishing Tex Wright for holds, Wright swung. Dempsey answered with a right cross that knocked Wright out. Dempsey then awarded the decision to Myron Cox.
In New York Charley Massera the Pittsburg heavyweight defeated champion Rosenbloom in a ten round non title bout aided by a late rally. Judges Dunn and Lynch split on the decision with Referee Marto voting Massera. Rosenbloom weighed 182 14 with Massera at 18.
Ritz Juniors defeated Hydetown 21 10 in a college game referenced with unclear OCR text. Key players like Roger Heldanata contributed late and the Nationals were noted for a last quarter rally.
Delawares Tamus Calus from Wilmington faces Erwin Rudolph of Cleveland in a decisive world championship semifinal. Calus leads with six wins and two defeats while Rudolph can seize second place with a victory, potentially reshaping the tournament standings.
Oil City High School edged Titusville Rockets 36 to 21 at Lincoln Junior High in a fast, rough matchup. Oil City built a solid lead early and held off a late rally as Coach Wells relied on key contributions from new players and aggressive defense to secure the win.
Local readers learn about Emle n ton High’s prospects as the 1984 season nears. Sixteen lettermen, all but three returning, form the core of the Gators. A guard competition unfolds as the team targets a strong showing next year.
Cory Jhinibr High's basketball site reports the Jays action with a close loss to the Faculty Tossers last week and a planned game against the Sophomores on Siresil High Court Thursday evening. Negotiations aim for a January 1 match with Clymer High Seconds after a defeat by Corry High Seconds last night. Other Jayvees games list Titusville Youngsville Union City and Edinboro matchups through March.
Prime champion will defend his heavyweight title in Miami on February 22 against Tommy Loughran. Colonel Kilpatrick of Madison Square Garden officially announced the plan. Prime’s camp and Garden agree to continue services through October 1, 1934 with the champion to receive forty percent of receipts and Loughran about ten percent.
Toronto Maple Leafs star Noel Bailey, hospitalized with a cerebral hemorrhage after a game with the Bruins, shows improved signs in the second week of life with doctors expressing guarded optimism about recovery. Ballo, listed among players, had been described as in poor condition previously.
Harrisburg December 20 Jim Londos the St. Louis heavyweight grappler will face Dink Raines of Texas in an announced title bout at Temple Hall. The match promises a fast pace with Londos favored to win. Raines may test him early before lasting longer.
A United Press survey recalls notable sports moments of 1938 from Mel Otts dramatic home run in the World Series to record breaking speed of Campbell in Blue Bird and Daytona Beach impressions. It also notes lighter memories like Morton Downeys Stork Club visit and White House tapioca recipe, as readers choose top thrills of the year.
Eight hundred coaches from across the nation will attend the annual grid meeting of the American Football Coaches Association. They will convene Tuesday through Saturday at the Sherman Hotel with three group meetings addressing collegiate athletic directors and student health associations.
A fragmented OCR item lists names and places, mentioning New York and several individuals with unclear roles. The text reads like a dated court or municipal docket fragment with personal names and numbers, lacking coherent context or a clear event description.
Bowlers of the Agro Supply Corporation suffered their fourth defeat in the Corry City Bowling League last night as Wasiton Lunch captained one of three games with the fast stepping industries. The Aeros closing the match took a slim margin of 12 points. Scores show Washington Lunch leading with 192, 201, and 178 in three games, while Aero Supply contributions included 185, 172, and 190. Wrestling results list Shikat, Grubemeler, Humberto, Raines, Westbelt, Lemie, Steinc, and Zelezvial in bouts in New York and Bronx venues.
Fragmented OCR text mentions proposals for child protection and adoption standards. Talks about a national form and 19 year timeline, but details are unclear. Emphasizes urgency for permanent standards and coordinated action among states.
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