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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1934
Page
2
Beavers of Oray Evening Journal prepare to clash with Waterford in Erie County League action tonight. The card also features St Edward’s over Titusville and Cochran against Layton in three cushion finals as district play intensifies.
Hart, a veteran official, recalls the golden era of close, rough play as St. Joseph's Academy Titusville faces St. Edward's High Corry in a parish game. He warns the sport risks violent clashes, urging clearer boundaries to preserve the game’s appeal and safety.
New York Giants start travel toward Miami for spring training as National League officials weigh the club’s 1934 prospects. President Heydler says no rest between now and April 17 as coaches and players prepare for a balanced season. he offers cautious, noncommittal remarks on the team’s chances.
In the Tool Room league, bowlers posted scores as teams compete for top honors. Details on individual high games and standings are reported from the latest lanes.
Philadelphia manager Albert Esteel reports the Phillies will test a reshaped pitching staff in spring training at Winter Haven. He defends past failures as pitching not hitting, backs ten pitchers from last season, and emphasizes Phil Collins as a key starter and catalyst for improvement.
Hyvis Oils defeated the Festa Olson Terrible Swedes 29 to 24 at Beaty Showl Gym. All players contributed as Tilvey Lord and Maury led scoring with nine and eight points respectively while strong team play and passing opened lanes on offense.
Arthur Knapp led the marksmen in last night's practice at the Cony Rod and Gun Club First Avenue range with a total of 297 points in off hand and card targets. Runner-up was Anderson with 286 while Dowse, Gueither, and Matlin also posted high scores in the event featuring Gun Club competitors and local shooters.
Dick Cuici a youthful golfer from New York was eliminated from the Dixie Amateur golf championship at the Miami Country Club as Bob Lester of New York defeated him on the 20th hole. Cuici missed key shots and fell short of the lead in a dramatic late-round exit.
Beavertown hosts Waterford in a hard fought county loop game with Beaverettes aiming for form against Waterford High girls in the 7 15 pm prelim. Beaver boys follow around 8 pm as Waterford seeks to stay in second place behind Edinboro amid a tight southern division race.
Chicago February 23 The first squad of the Chicago White Sox left for Pasadena to begin workouts at camp. Catcher Harry Grabiter Pasek pitcher John Huck and outfielder Milt Hooek lead the group with Lew Fosuca managing. Twenty six players from the roster are to attend. Mule Elias Luke Appling and others are listed among the assigned players.
Brooklyn Dodgers announce Casey Stengel as manager replacing Max Carey. Arrival and promotion expected to shape 1934 campaign. Stengel came from Glendale and will oversee the team's World Series ambitions with plans for the season.
Henry McLemore chronicles a high energy press review of Billy Tilden and Quintworth Vines amid the 1920s professional circuit. The piece highlights Vines as a fearless, often sensational player who judges shots by eye and dismisses safety in favor of angled smashes. It notes Cochet’s sharp backhand, praise for Vines’ aggressive play, and references to professional showdowns, prize money, and enduring rivalries across continents.
Chicago Bears, hailed as champions, close the season as owner-coach George Halas shifts to business ventures. He reflects on a campaign marked by aggressive play and a coast-to-coast tour that drew 710000 fans and 200 points scored against opponents. Meanwhile, Miami semifinals feature Hydolek and Hochheimer in a Flaxler women's golf event with Bushel facing Gardner in another match.
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