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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1941
Page
7
A fragmented clipping describes an individual named Clay acquiring a dubious ticket or pass from a questionable source, suggesting a minor local fraud or misdeal. The readable bits imply a questionable transaction and potential caution for buyers in the community.
Promoter Mike Jacobs plans a March rematch after Billy Soose barely edged Eynie Vigh in a ten rounder at the Garden Friday night. Soose must prove clearer against the Newburgh slugger to line up a title bout with Ken Overlin while wrestling headlines hint at upcoming Erie County hoops clashes and local leagues shaping a tight race.
Park and Creek teams highlight Friday action as Millcreek faces Lawrence Park while Albion visits Wesleyville and Union meets North East. Corry travels to Girard in a bid to pad their county season with a second league win, as North East hosts Union City and the Beavers host Norhurst in the county program’s top match.
San Asavius Jayson Little, U S Open golf champion, won the Texas Open with 278, a four under par 67 final round, earning $5,000 and finishing three strokes ahead of Ben Hogan. Other sports notes include Detroit coach Shea’s team beating Loyd Brown, and various baseball and track updates from Boston, Brooklyn, Detroit, and Philadelphia.
Sports Editor AP Feature Service recalls the mile as a fading endurance event transformed into a sprint. It traces historical milestones from 4:51 to 4:05, notes indoor records, and credits Paavo Nurmi with boosting American mile interest leading to a generation of rising stars.
Norman Kaizer, 16, was injured after grabbing and slashing an arm through a gym window. Teammates Edward Champlain and John Catalano applied a tourniquet and pressure, guiding staff to quick care. He was taken to Brooks Memorial Hospital in stable condition.
Amateur boxing slated for Thursday evening in Union City under Ralph Mineo sponsorship. Feature bout stars 140 pound standout Varketta from Al Argula with a near perfect record and a history of multiple victories.
Cleveland lawyer Ben Miller a famed Four Horsemen figure and Notre Dame figure, with Buck Shaw and Layden involved, as athletic director Wheldon weighs football coach candidates. Hugh O'Donnell meets with Notre Dame president to discuss the vacancy.
Feb 10 report outlines two back to back basketball doubleheaders by Meadville Hesse and other county teams. The program notes Frakes Franklin and Meadvill e to play next Friday night in a series of league games with Chay and Tigusville. Standings hinge on tonight results and late season forfeits.
Ambiguous notes indicate local Union City fighters and amateur boxers aiming to appear on upcoming bouts. The fragment mentions a tour and schedule, with building locations referenced, but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
The Eastern Intercollegiate Basketball League standings loom large as rivalries intensify. Dartmouth and Cornell clash next Saturday after Cornell’s narrow 36-23 win over Dartmouth and Yale’s upcoming schedule promise a pivotal proving week. Temple Georgetown Notre Dame and Penn State also feature prominently as contenders vie for the crown.
A chaotic sports roundup from New York and Massillon highlights colorful bits about Chalky Wright, Gus Tebell, and other figures. Mentions include Tammy, Tommy Harmon, Sonja Henie, Laskeyball coach Tebell, Beniny Leonard, Watson Glark, and John J. Phelan. Also notes Bimelech, Tim Taylor, Carl Storck, and Paul Brown, with Massillon honors and football lore.
In a women's rifle competition, the Lady Vibe team secured victory with a total score of 296, including a 100 and two other strong marks. Teammate Lynn Jed led scoring, while Patterson Ted contributed strong points for the runners up, as spectators witnessed a keen contest at the range.
The mixed doubles tournament concluded with Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morton winning, posting a score of 290 and earning $8.00. Several pairs followed, including Mr. and Mrs. W Geatham with 1208 for $64.00 and others such as Mary Hnatysama with W. Spiecher and Mrs. R. Dunnihon with F. Bonnard, each collecting small cash prizes.
Paulsons won two games from Saipers in the Antler League on Friday night. Don and his brothers led the team to victory with a strong team total and individual scores listed among the many numbers in this damaged recap.
Pittsburgh boxing card features Ossie Bulldog Harris and Harry Buh with Harris in top form versus formidable Steve Bellake of New York. Hobo meets Wild Bill Boyd of Boston, seeking revenge in a rugged matchup as Boyd is the only foe to stop him by knockout.
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