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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1928
Page
2
Rumors swirl over a possible Sharkey injury delaying the Sharkey Heeney heavyweight clash next Friday night. Délaney eyes substitute role while Tunney purse talk circulates with promoters offering up to 425000 for a title bout.
Tommy Loughran of Philadelphia defends his light heavyweight title tonight against Leo Lomski at Madison Square Garden in a 15 round bout. If successful, Loughran aims for a possible match with Gene Tunney, keeping attention on the heavyweight picture and Loughran’s claim to stardom as he pursues another title bid.
United Press reports a chaotic fight night with multiple bouts across cities. Notable outcomes include Bobby Brown drawing in Atlantic City, George Gem knocking out tough opponent in Philadelphia, and several listed fighters from Leavenworth Newark and Salt Lake City competing in early rounds.
The Keystones host the Stanford Pros at Sinls Armory in a high profile indoor battle. The visiting Standard Pros, one of the state’s top teams, swing through the country with star players from News oceland and Chin. Keystones seek their eleventh win as fans expect a tough challenge from the seasoned outfit.
Corey Junior High easily defeated a parochial school quintet 48 to 44 in a Munmoy High School game. Referee Uliner called the main attraction as the standout lineup faced off amid steady scoring and a clear edge for the junior team.
Arrangements were completed for St Josephs High School basketball to host St Howards of Corry in the Diocesan Catholic League on Saturday at Jerry. A student body meeting elected Elizabeth Wagner and William Connolly as cheerleaders, as preparations begin for the league opener between St Agathas Meadville and St Josephs on January 20. Grand Rapids report notes Chuck Wiggs of Indianapolis and Rolando Baguero of Cuba drew in a 10 round light heavyweight bout.
New York reports Gene and promoter talk in Miami to settle their rift over heavyweight title. The story recalls Tunney’s avoidance of publicity last year and hints at past near signings with Humbert Fagazy and Toronto Maple Leafs pressure, as Montreal Maroons defeat fields.
Sheffield braces for a hard clash as the orange and black host Corry in a tune up before the league opener. Coach Hisenhaler has drilled the team daily since school started and over the holidays. A county league start, a preliminary with Johnson burgers, and a high seconds game follow with varsity wins previewed.
James L. Hawley, a real estate operator, seeks to block Mrs. Lillist Russell Toothman from pursuing a $300000 breach of promise suit. An injunction filed by Hawley asks to restrain Toothman from prosecuting the action, based on a Brook County suit by J. A. Gist, a divorce commissioner, aimed at divorcing Toothman from her husband. Gist alleges the divorce was obtained by fraud and Hawley charges Toothman intended to divorce Boothman, marry Hawley, and gain his money.
A garbled report cites high game slaughter figures with figures near 14 500 and 1 200 000 in various years, noting differences due to early hibernation and seasonal factors. The text references populations of rabbits and other wildlife, comparing past and present counts amid unclear year data.
A millionaire plans to wed his ward in a ceremony arranged by guardians. The match involves well known social figures and aims to secure legal protections for the bride and her assets under guardianship laws. Details remain uncertain as the plan unfolds amid family and legal discussions.
Lawrence Park No 1 opens the Northwestern Venusylvane Rifle Beagie campaign with a 108 1045 victory over Cambridge Springs in the opening match. Top scorers include Tiliman 235 and Steens 225 for Lawrence Park, while Bayhurst and Liggretive Varieted led Cambridge Springs with 222 and 208 respectively. final team totals show Lawrence Park 1118 to Cambridge Springs 1048.
Duquesne University edged Canisils College of Buhl by a 16 to 26 score in a tense college basketball clash. Oklahoma University defeated Town State College 32 to 44 while Ne flex Froid Oklahoma beat Creigh- Hire University by 1 point.
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