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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1933
Page
2
Read like a High school sports column laments the Beavers poor play and hints of internal friction affecting performance. It notes Warren High's strong recent showing, mentions Stanford Hose Company billiards, and reports on other area teams and matchups with varied success and forfeit notes.
Corry Red and Gillib and other local sportsmen learned of a county association meeting to explain aims and benefits. The clubroom gathering on First avenue at 8 30 p m Friday will hear officers discuss potential affiliation with the county club while avoiding any cost to the club.
Boxing supporters rally to block moves to ban prize fighting after the death of Schaaf. James Farley leads the effort to keep boxing legal in New York as state officials weigh prohibitions and regulate heavyweights. Carnera’s future and a planned Sharkey bout hang in the balance amid investigations and political maneuvering. The Schaaf death prompts calls for inquiry while public services for a boxer are to be held in Massachusetts.
Franklin High School basketball forfeits a Venango Crawford county league game to Oil City High School after Oil City cites a prior forfeit. The Oil City committee had warned Franklin of a forfeit and the league standings could be altered as Oil City needs one win to clinch a league spot.
In a close pool tournament three games produced victories for Pretich and Ghilstensen over Brooks and Butters by 30 to 44, while Christensen defeated Loveland 90 to 4. Dempsey and Baressi also beat Loveland and Drake 49 to 89, reflecting strong performances across the field.
Pittsburgh reports Ervin Brame a veteran right hander and Dave Barbee a young outfielder are released to the Toronto club of the International League. Brame came from Jersey City in 1927 and Barbee drafted from Hollywood in 1951 may be recalled later. The moves shrink the Pirates roster to 28 players.
James J. Corbett, former heavyweight champion, was reported gradually weaker but conscious this morning. He was told of the Schyals death only after questions about his condition and newspapers.
London reports that foreign players entering Britain for the British Open July 2-8 will face new rules. The changes aim to make the game tougher by altering driving and long iron play, affecting courses from St Andrews to Troon and others.
The article notes Company A planning to face Butler guard squad in a Western Pennsylvania National Guard basketball event at Grove City. It recalls a recent overtime loss by Company B of Meadville and suggests Company C seeks regimental glory, while predicting mixed recent performances from the locals and urging unity to contend for state guard basketball honors.
Former heavyweight champion Gene Tunney said Schaaf was not in condition when entering the ring to fight Primo Carnera. Dempsey echoed that the fight game should not be held responsible for Schaaf's death. Doctors conflicted on cause, with Norris linking to an old brain injury and others noting cerebral compression from the knockout. Tributes flowed from fighters and officials as MSG postponed a fight between Fasko and Levinsky.
Daytona Beach Fla Feb 15 The world land speed record of 253.9 mph may fall as Sir Malcolm Campbell seeks fair weather and Bluebird adjustments. Mechanics worked overnight lowering gear ratio and solving exhaust and CO issues. Campbell’s first run yesterday boosted spectators as he neared record pace on the dunes with measured mile speeds over 200 mph.
Dragons dominated from the opening whistle, blasting Beavers 4% to 21 as Schmidt and Smith led a fast paced attack. Corry held a brief lead, but Warren High’s visitors poured in baskets, building a 33 to 11 halftime margin and coasting to an easy win. Reserves routed Warren Seconds 42 to 19 in the prelim.
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