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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1939
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR text shows a probate notice for the will of a deceased Erie County resident and executor details. It references letters testamentary and potential claims against the estate, with scattered names and dates unreadable. The exact parties, dates, and actions are unclear due to corrupted source text.
New York Senator L Swartz urges reforms to keep athletic scholarships fair by tying eligibility to academic standards and health checks. He argues current practices discriminate against students when facilities or conditions vary, and supports adjusting age and participation rules. The discussion involves school officials and coaches across Pennsylvania in a broader debate on scholastic athletics.
United Press Stall correspondent notes Santa Anita will open on Saturday amid shifts in California racing. New governor and rate commission affect winter dates, with Hollywood Park competing for winter slots. Santa Anita reduced meet to 41 days, operating midweek and weekends to balance schedule, while owners and horsemen react to the changes.
United Press reports at Harrisburg that the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association adopted four amendments to its constitution. The changes, approved by sectional ballots, take effect in 1941 and include lowering the high school age limit, restricting players in later semesters, clarifying age determinations, and allowing athletes from high school teams to compete in non scholastic events such as golf gymnastics and swimming.
Missouri shows light practice ahead of bowl game with key players limited. Star tailback and center back muscle strains noted. coach cites minor injuries and a cautious approach as the team prepares for the upcoming matchup.
George Kulsey notes the 1939 football season ended with Tennessee, Texas A&M, and Cornell undefeated, while Tulane and Georgia Tech posted strong years. The South led in quality matchups as pro football declined in attendance and running games dominated.
The Chicubs buy a pitcher from St Louis and a shortstop from Columbus to bolster the club. From the Cardinals they obtained left handed hurler Kenneth Raftensberger in exchange for two players and cash. Cardinals also received pitcher Gem Lilkird and shortstop Steve Mesto who were optioned to San Diego of the Pacific Coast League. The Cardinals will assume the San Diego option. Basketball results show California over Temple 46 to 30 and other scores. A massive betting surge in Charleston West Virginia noted with 45,441 bets during the 1938 season.
Duquesne University's sensational basketball team lost a big game as a fast Georgetown University quintet surged to a 99 to 22 halftime lead and held on to win. The match, played in Pittsburgh, ended with Duquesne trailing after a strong opening before fading late.
The recreation keg team secured first place in the Loop league after a three to one victory over Avro AOA. Players from Live steyl Wie Mil and Polletia tad Gargy daamestown contributed, with standout performances noted in local standings.
Coach Jess Neely disclosed Clemson’s secret workouts as the Tigers prepared for the Gotem Howl game with Boston College. About 800 fans watched the closed practice before the public drill yesterday, with the team Bruins aiming for a strong performance.
In Philadelphia on December 28 the Ramblers defeated Pittshaven Boomos 3 4 at the Arena 1st night of the international American hockey league series. The game featured a late rally and key saves by both goaltenders.
United Press reports in New York on December 28 that Frank McCormick of the Cincinnati Reds led the National League in key hitting and drove in 128 runs in 154 games, winning a top batting award. Other leaders included Joe Medwick and Johnny Mize, while Camilli and Camilli again led in walks and strikeouts. The season featured high totals in runs batted in, hits, and double plays across notable players and teams.
The major league home run king Jimmy Foxx, fully recovered from appendectomy, is ready to return at first base for the Hortus Red Sox as he works through the current season.
Montgomery Alabama reports slow football workouts as teams prepare for a charity game. Sweeney sustained an injury with updates from coaches and athletic staff, while backfield players like Berry and Bowen return from prior concerns.
South California action at Austre-Rose Howl Scrimmage under Hawarl duiles began coaching the Trojans. They practiced a herd defensive scrimmage then ran offensive passing drills led by Grenviy Dansdell while Tennessee tightened secret-practice rules and focused on pass defense.
Campo lo J Ston s latest white hope from Argentina set for 10 rounds at Laurel Gardens Newark January 29. Newark promoters Gilxenberg and Culaan signed him for a stiff test with likely opposing foe among Jim Robie Florentino and Gus Borazi or AI Borla.
Tulane suffers player losses as Ralph Wenac Tyckle and Bob Glasw retire from action. Chicago bouts headline with Milton Aron stopping Tylaie Avie in the 10 round bout last night.
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