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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1932
Page
2
Mid west grid notes discuss changes in blocking and defensive strategies amid coach and player debates. Strong Vincent and Warren area teams contend for district titles as rule changes stir debate among coaches, with reports on local high school games and standings.
The Corry All Stars prepare for a charity game against Union City’s Ritz Five in a two game series to boost Union City schools milk fund. Manager Williams boosts roster with four outside players as Norman Mountain and Jimmy Shaver return for the benefit.
Boston heavyweight Kenie Schuat signed by Chicago stadium for a bout in March with any heavyweight. LeVinsky or Mickey Walker rumored. Patty Griffiths refused the match. Penn over Pitt: Penn 26, Pitt 19 in college basketball as Benedict to face tough lineup. Debury among players hampered by winter travel.
Beavers travel to Falconer High for a Friday evening game in the New York state league. Coach Anderson eyes a closer clash after a decisive win over Patconer and a possible rematch with McCallmen. Erie teams and gate disputes cloud scheduling as Strong Vincent and Hyde fight over playoff proceeds.
United Press staff correspondent Henry McLemore recounts a Red Bank, New Jersey encounter with a horse named Top Flight. He recalls a shift in view from doubting horses to admiring their gentle nature and speed, noting Top Flight’s friendly, courteous manner and athletic promise as Derby season nears.
Cambridge Springs faltered in the Southern division count cage clash, losing a tight three-point decision 28 to 20 at Union City. The game, moved up from Sunday, left both teams in top contention as Eainborh prepares to face Mokcean next week, with the winner likely shaping first place and a pivotal three-team play.
A survey of college coaches supports six football rule changes aimed at reducing injuries. UC’s Navy Bil Ingram St Marys Clark Shaughnessy favor restricting dangerous blocks while others warn risk remains. Critics say rule enforcement will be hard and players may struggle adapting.
Erin Feb 29 Heavyweights Bucky Lawless Auburn and Young Rudy Charleroi set for a 10 round feature bout on the Auditorium A. 2 card with DeBult Conneaut Ohio and Jack Pallat Cleveland in six round semi final. DeBult a Cleveland police officer and former Golden Gloves competitor joins promoter Lou Norman in a tougher ring return while Pallat, ex Golden Gloves and national amateur champion, knocked out Steve Simon last local appearance. Lawless last appeared on local cards months ago but remains a crowd drawing figure with his flashy right hand. Rudy, a tall ragged puncher with a strong left, has impressed in recent local outings and could test Lawless’s defense.
Former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey opens a string of Ohio exhibitions in Chicago with two 2 round bouts against Pat Sullivan and Jack Philips. He then meets Tack O Dowd in another two rounder March 8. Dates and opponents listed for Columbus Clarksburg and Toronto stops.
Cy Leland, former Texas Christian University athlete, has announced permanent retirement from sports. Once touted as an Olympic prospect, he cites duties as a radio announcer preventing the necessary training. Leland set several records in sprint events at Dra salays in 1880.
In Pittsburgh Jimmy Belmont Braddock Pa meets Tackie Fields world welterweight champion in a 10 round non title bout at Motor Square Garden. This is their second meeting at the venue with Belmont vowing to win by knockout. Also reports Warren Dragons lose a close decision to Sheffield High in a high school hoops clash.
The Sterling Yes Gas pawl team from Warren and Addie Hitch's All Star Keglers from Erie will settle a bowling controversy at the Recreation Alleys in Warren next Saturday night March 30. George Pedlow, manager of the Warren bowlers, reserved two alleys for the match expected to be bitterly contested between two top city squads.
Manager Chase of Company A weighs a basketball tourney at the State Armory. Several teams express interest if funded, but financing the games concerns management. Decision expected in the next several days.
Benny Leonard, former lightweight champion, will try a comeback tonight confronting Billy McMahon in a 10 round welterweight bout at St Nicholas Gym in New York. The rugged McMahon, also from New York, represents a stern test for Leonard as he seeks to revive his ring career.
Overcome by gas in Sheler township, Tharp, 3 months after visiting his wife in hospital for childbirth, was found dead by his brothers near a crib. Police report indicates possible suicide or accident as investigators examine the scene and family notes. Mary Hudak, 44, of Portage, Pa., killed herself at home reportedly after a personal crisis, per police.
United Press reports track expert eyes Gune Yenzki as a strong contender to break Jules Lattoumergue’s 1500 meter record at Madison Square Garden. The sensational American effort follows a foretaste of a major indoor mark with a potential world leading time.
Reported spring training items from Clearwater St Petersburg New Orleans Fort Myers and Los Angeles discuss Dodgers Yankees Braves Indians Giants and Red Sox camps with players listed including Guinn Huth Brower and Roenceke among others preparing for the season and aiming for strong performances.
Homestead Lyleive and Burgettstown Union battle in a Western Pennsylvania interscholastic league first round clash at Pitt Stadium. Homestead the favorite with 17 wins, Burgettstown Union just one loss in 14, making a strong bid to challenge Homestead for the district title.
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