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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1924

Page

6

Montiville May Quit Circuit in Sporting Notes

Local sports briefs report Montiville may withdraw from the circuit after three Rehowls refused to meet Meadville on the gridiron. Webster Harolds Hewitts lead Kane Independents against Kane Saturday. Bisons meet Marys Cadets at Erie New Year’s Eve. The Notre Dame coach Rockne lauds Camp All-American selections. Allegheny College names Tom Davies for 1925 football squad finalization.

Rehowls Meadville Mendvisle High Meddyisle Harald Hewitts Giewinst Kane Independents F Kane The Bisons Sc Mary's Erie New Yoi Kitute Rockne Notre Dame California Leland Stanford Pasadena Tor Walter Camp Rockne Bruhldreher Crowley Wills Stubldccher Bsc Walsh Rocke Allegheny College Tom Davies Wis Board of Truster

Redsloom As Mystery Team Incoming Race

The Reds of Cincinnati emerge as a mystery contender for the 1929 National League race. Jack Hendricks and Grover Land overhaul the coaching staff as Frank Brower and Rube Bresler contend for first base.

United Press Cincinnati Ohio Reds Grover Land Pirates Jack Hendricks Bill Clymer Land Hendricks Jake Daubert Rube Bresdler Frank Brower Cleve Tandon George Burns Pat Duncan Elmer Smith Cleveland Boston Brower Ralsh Curt Walker Smith Ether Brower Bressler Christenses St. Paul Star Harry Topel Bab Hughey Crite Sammy Bohne Jimmy Gaventy Roots Powler Gayfenay Babe Pinelli Charley Dressen St Paul Fonseca Spain Jack Biote

Oakland links bid for Walter Johnson in Pacific Coast League

An offer of 0,000 for Walter Johnson to join Oakland in the Pacific Coast League is reported. The source notes questions about who provided the funds and the motive behind the bid.

Iann Arbor Mich Walter Johnson Oakland l Jon

Holly Majors Bring Corry Big Attraction To Armory

The Holly Majors will showcase a strong basketball game against the Keystones at the State Armory next Monday night. The exhibition features Nick Altrock and Al Schacht, famed baseball comedians, adding a credible entertainment act to the sports program. The visiting team’s strength promises an exciting event for Corry fans, with Altrock and Schacht delivering an energetic comedy showcase before and during the game.

Corry Holly Nick Altrock al Schnohy Keystones State Armory Bch Springfield Central High School al Schacht Altrock Schacht B. Holly Springfeld Ita

Hunt Train Bandit Kills Messenger in Express Hold Up

In Thigago a lone bandit killed Russel Dickey a Milwaukee based messenger guard aboard the Viking Express Chicago bound. He wounded two other trainmen and escaped in a taxi claiming a Confederate accomplice and boasting of the murder. Police say safes were undisturbed and the supposed loot amounted to 200 000 dollars.

United Press Gincago Thigago Sin Express Viking Express Chicago Russel Dickey Milwaukee Grrana

Elks Dancing Party Tonight With Messenger Orchestra

The Corry Lodge Elks host a New Year arranging party at their club home this evening. Dancing starts at 10 oclock with refreshments provided by the wir cade.

Messenger Corry Lodge of Elke

NCAA Convention Voices Football Satisfaction and Scouting Condemnation

At the 10th annual NCAA convention in New York officials welcomed football under current rules and condemned the use of still and moving pictures in scouting. A motion to study summer baseball was adopted. Brig. Gen. Pierce was re elected president. In New York Sturgis was named Jockey Club chairman succeeding the late August Belmont. In Cincinnati Cincinnati Reds president Obie Herrmann reported trade talks with Philadelphia and Boston involving Caven ny and Fonseca, but no deals. Chicago Cubs manager Bill Killefer met Reds manager Jack Hendricks as trade talks occurred without deals.

New York National Collegiate Athletic Association Brig. Gen. Pierce NCAA Frank K Sturgis The Jockey Club August Belmont Cincinnati Garry Herrmann Reds Phil Jimmy Cavenny Cy Williams Boston Lew Fonseca Bill Killefer Chicago Cubs Jack Hendricks Cincinnati Reds

Colder With Snow Tonight Forecast for Pittsburgh

Snow and colder tonight and Thursday are forecast by Forecaster Botsman. No major cold wave soon with the low around 15 degrees. A high pressure area in the northwest moving eastward is cited, though temperatures will rise briefly per today’s government report.

United Pros Pittsburgh

Fights Rumor Firpo Gibbons Clash in London Details Expected

London reports the National Sporting Club is arranging a Firpo versus Gibbons match with final terms to be announced after talks with Firpo who is due in Paris soon. Gibbons, speaking in St Paul, confirms he would fight Firpo in London if the price is right and notes he has wired Eddie Kane in Chicago with the proposition. He also mentions a small claim against Major Wilson from a prior London appearance.

London National Sporting Club Today Luis Angel Firpo Tommy Gibbons St. Paul Firpo Paris Luis Firpo Eddie Kane Chicago Gibbons Major Wilson National Sporting Club

Strong Buffalo Five at St. Armory New Year's Night

The Koy Stouts meet the strong St Adil five of Buffalo at the State Armory on New Year’s night. The Buffalo squad, led by star players, aims to avenge recent losses and draw a large crowd for the doubleheader.

St. Adil Buffalo Stte Armory Lincolne Erie County Electrics

McCormick Named Defendant in Damage Suit

New York December report states Edwin W. Jacobs sues Cyrus McCormick head of International Harvester for 50000 alleging he showered gifts and money on Mrs. Jacobs causing alienation of affection. McCormick’s counsel denies any basis for the claim.

United Press New York Gyrus Hy McCormick International Harvester Edwin W. Jacobs McCormick

Fire at Clairton plant endangers hundreds of workers

Fire at the by products plant of the Carnegie Steed Company in Clairton broke out and threatened the building. The blaze was controlled with help from employees after a scuffle, causing about $8000 in damage and putting hundreds at risk.

United Press Pittsburgh Carnegie Steed Company Clieton Carrir

Denial of New Jersey Phone Rate Increase

The State Board of Public Utility Commissioners denied New York Telephone Company's request to raise rates in northern New Jersey. The proposed increase would have raised costs for users in the region by about 20 percent.

Dalted Proos Newark State Board of Public Utility Commissioners New York

Regular K of C Meeting Postponed to Friday

Regular meeting of Kaf lodge postponed to Friday evening January 2nd due to unspecified delay.

Kaf

Oilers Lose In Final Seconds

The Merchants Five battled the Oilers to the end with a late score giving Pittsburgh a 38 28 win. Heidgant led the scorers as McGhirk left the game with West Penn Teng.

Oilers Rich Olty Tuci Pitthurkh Heidgant Sedon Wings Remiliniey McGhirk West Penn Pittsburgh Ton Merchants

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