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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1940
Page
7
Unclear OCR text indicates a county level notice involving estate claims and a sale. Readable fragments mention February reference, a list of claims, and an auction or sale action. Details are incomplete but imply legal or probate proceedings with named parties and dates.
A fragmented note mentions Makama ML Plata and a light sequence with numeric hints like 30 and 20 percent. The readable text is unclear, but the reference implies a technical or numeric context involving Plata and Makama ML.
Erie County basketball scene tightens with five clubs in contention for the first division. Girard and Union advance to force a late-season push, while Beavers vs Union Bears tomorrow looms as a pivotal clash shaping the top four. A.B.C. bowling action shifts to Detroit with 6000 teams and a record $240,000 prize.
Local league action unfolds as Millcreek and Lawrence Park host games while North End eyes Girard and Union by Friday. Beavers face Union City in a key opener with playoff chances hinging on results as Corry Milleweek and Girard push toward the top division amid midseason scramble.
New York February 6 Heavy betting swirls around Joe Louis Archival Godoy for Madison Square Garden Friday night. Most observers say Godoy’s cold and sore throat faded as doctors deemed Archiva in perfect condition. Odds makers cite even money on the bout with Louis, a matchup billed as the first international heavyweight title fight at the Garden amid charged expectations.
Philadelphia report confirms Chief Hogsett among holdouts as the Athletic club lists him with other unsigned players. The 40-year-old former hurler from Daytona Beach, formerly with Detroit, St Louis Browns, and Washington, is joined by first baseman Dick Siebert and catcher Frank Boyes in the signout status, with details reflecting ongoing player holdouts.
Phoenix Feb 6 Anitha Prone Oliver, a virtual unknown until winning the Bing Grosoy tournament at Del Mar, Calif., last weekend, captured the $1,000 Phoenix Open with a 405 for 4 rounds. He led by one swing over rival contenders, with 60 72 68 in the final rounds to set a new record. Ban Hogan closely followed with 206 for second. Clayton Heather and Leonard Dodson shared third at 207.
Alf Engels of Sun Valley Ski Club jumped 352 feet at Leavenworth, besting last year’s 251 feet mark and defeating Canadian competitors before a crowd of 3,000.
In Scrantonaly New York 17 year old Dick Dost of Scotland wins the intermediate honor in the North American outdoor speed championships before 20 000 spectators. Dost adds the two mile victory to his earlier wins in the one and two mile races. His two mile time is 31 minutes 31 seconds.
Bobby Riggs of Chicago defeats Gartinar Mulloy of Miami to win the men singles title at the Pensacola invitational, while Mulloy and Henry Prusof of Seattle took the doubles crown. In doubles semis, Mulloy and Prusof beat Hane of England and Stinface of Kansas City, and Riggs paired with Cooke to defeat Paquin and Ploy.
Pittsburgh February report states William Bi Glassford, former Pitt guard, named line coach of Carnegie Tech under head coach Dr Eddie Baker. He succeeds Frank Katz. Tech has seven of eight games listed for next season with November 16 abroad still pending. Scheduled games include September 38 Gestein, October 12 Holy Cross, October 19 at Notre Dame, October 26 Case, November 2 at Cincinnati, November 9 Pitt, and November 30 Duquesne.
The New York Rangers and Boston Bruins extended their top standing in the National Hockey League after decisive wins last night. The Canadiens fell to Montreal and the New York Americans also suffered losses as the circuit moved further from the pack.
New York journalists for a day did light duty by hosting a lavish dinner for Ed Barrow. The event, in honor of Barrow, included nominations for a White House bid and praise from figures like Honus Wagner, Herbert Hoover, and Jim Farley. Wagner pitched Barrow as a presidential candidate amid cheers and playful jests about rival Yankees.
Clemson’s 1938 football squad outpaced rivals, gaining 206 yards from scrimmage to opponents’ 1,024 as the team asserted top form. The report highlights the Tigers’ strong performance during that season era.
Corry Elks Keg team claims a win amid a chaotic scene as officials propose aid for injured and destitute fighters. A public meeting is set for Thursday to discuss ongoing support and relief efforts.
Henry Ermer of Cleveland leads Greenkeeping Superintendents of America in urging fewer artificial hazards by reducing sand traps on about 200 courses. He argues many traps slow play and deter golfers, proposing legislation and recommendations to the Gulf Association to limit trap numbers and restore pace.
The article reports on top amateur skaters withdrawing from competition. It highlights rising performers from Schenectady and mentions several noted skaters including Pyeiwer and Ovistook with reference to a recent fitness or public event. The piece notes an Olympian presence and overall shift in national skating ranks.
Market notes highlight fresh bread local eggs and potatoes with seedless grape fruit oranges for juice. Extra large fruit and produce available, emphasizing farm to table freshness and variety.
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