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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1931
Page
2
Today in sport reports Tulane’s prospects hinge on passing attack with Southern California ideas shaping doubts about a U S Georgia clash. The piece mentions Molly Howard Jones style coaching, references Georgia and California matches, and suggests shifts in expectations amid college and pro boxing notes.
Officials and coaches gather to consider eliminating the flying wedge on kickoffs and possible changes to the kick from scrimmage. The NAIA and NCAA officials push proposals, with plans to present recommendations to the national rules committee.
Southern California fans debate the impact of End Haynes and Left Tackle Decoligny on New Year’s Day as captain Dalrymple draws praise but Tulane’s forces threaten a shutdown. The Trojans rely on power plays to the left while Tulane’s Ver non Hignes and Callvert Diecoligny anchor the defense.
Willan J. Bemis aged 62 of Endeavor was brought to Warren General Hospital after injuring the right side of his forehead at the Wheeler and Durenberys mill. Officials report the condition is not serious and he is under care for treatment of the infection developing from the injury.
East and West football squads sharpen for a New Year charity game. Easterners trained at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto while Westerners practiced at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley. Coaches from Nebraska and the San Francisco Olympic Club led the drills as they fundraise despite stormy weather.
The article recalls Reb Russell’s injury plagued 1931 season with Northwestern and Purdue contests. It notes Hailey’s remarks on his fitness and decisions to limit his play, with Maney naming Russell to the roster for Pasadena bowl preparations if physically able.
The Titusville Merchants lost to Union City Ramblers 24 to 24 in a tense Armory court battle. The game featured late rallies, rugged play, and sensational moments as both teams battled for supremacy.
Sidney Whipple writes of football conventions and coaching intrigues in a lively column. He notes Princeton Tigers plan to withdraw from the Big Three League next year and lampoons prizefighting promoters while praising a welterweight champion’s bid.
Erie Tech faces Beavers in a Wednesday basketball clash at Corry as Centaurs travel to town and Warriors play West Middlesex. Beavers seek revenge after a strong win last week while Salamanca looms in the schedule with Corry considered sharp in their region.
The Milwaukee venue hosts the National Boxing Association finals for the middleweight championship as Genie Jones of Akron faces Gilde Eb Italy in a bout from January. The event, delayed from January 28, will crown the NB A champion with recognition planned for the 29th.
New York December 8 Joe Jacobs manager of German champion Max Schmeling outlines a 1932 program for two or three defenses of the world heavyweight title with opponents including Jack Dempsey and Jack Sharkey. A Miami February bout with Joe Walker is planned and a second New York bout in summer depends on promotion funds. Schmeling sails from Germany.
Official National League pitching averages reveal that the heavier ball used in 1931 aided pitchers. Danzy Vance of Brooklyn led with 3.37 earned runs per game, while Bill Walker of the Giants posted 2.26, the lowest in years besides Vance’s 1928 mark. Others include Hubbell, Derringer, Hallahan, Meine, and Johnson with varied ERAs as teams and stars adjust to the new ball.
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