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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1941
Page
7
Readable fragments describe a local event involving ownership or control of pi related assets. Named individuals and organizations are unclear due to garbled text. The item suggests a property or rights dispute among local figures without clear dates or locations.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Miller street east line 2B and west east boundaries near Bast vd. Mentions a treasurer and delivery rights. Also alludes to November and Christmas timing with unclear local civic context.
The fragment notes 2 UP Oil trends in 1939 with rising lending and basic tendencies. It references yearly totals and mentions modest gains against a backdrop of the Pennsylvania trend, but the readable text is partial and unclear.
Twenty four of the city’s top keglers will clash in a 20 game non handicap match series at Recreation alleys. The event runs four Thursdays at 8 15 PM with five games each night. Entry fees are 2 with prizes totaling over 875. Backers line the entrants including Cohen, Miller, Anderson, Young, Spelchier, Burr, Grane, Cragg, Dyckes, and others.
A compact history of heavyweight champions from Jim Jeffries to Tunney, detailing key facts about James J. Jeffries, Jack Johnson, Jess Willard, Tommy Burns, Dempsey, Tunney and others. It cites heights, weights, career spans, title bouts, and knockout records, highlighting notable bouts and title changes across eras.
Pittsburgh January 6 manager Johnny Ray charged the NBA with trying to strip Billy Gonn of the light heavyweight crown despite his readiness to defend it. He warned promoters of next weeks Cleveland bout Bekins versus Christoforidis to stop advertising it as a title fight. Ray insisted the title was won in the ring and will be defended there against a worthy challenger. Promoter Bob Brickman welcomed the dispute, calling the belt a treasure to win in boxing.
Temple sinks undefeated Michigan State in Philadelphia on January 6 to extend its six game streak. St Josephs upset Colorado and meets North Carolina in the twin bill at Convention Hall. Temple’s football upset over Hast Lansing boys is noted as a feature, and Indiana? The card highlights St Joseph’s win and the Temple MSU result amid a busy basketball night.
The City Hardieay Bowling League reports Baressi and Russell posting averages around 188 with Ay paresm and Pete Hysell noted as high averages near 188. Other keglers exceed 180 include Harold Sample 178, Marold Grawe 176, Charlie Keefer 184, Pak Renal 174, Kir Aniigtion 189, Gerald Staples 183, Ewald Carlson, Al Hers 242, Dick Moston 184, and utd Cah Bears 180.
The City Bowling League returns after a holiday lay-off with Aero No. 2 replacing Montgomery Ward. Tonight Cohen Texados faces Phoenix Grill, Pauls vs Aeros, Avro No 2 against Superiors in opening shift. Second shift matches Wilcox against Steel Age, Thomas versus Raymond, and Kaspers versus Carry Water.
Bill Speicher rolled a 623 series and partner Pat Renzi added a 1222 scratch to clinch the Buster tournament prize of 16 dollars at Recreation Alleys. A new Buster event opened, while Indy bowlers praised Mrs. Russell Dunolhioo’s 207 high game and Renzi’s 247 stood out for the week.
Associated Press reports from Pittsburgh that George Gibson praises Francis G. Brewer a 19 year old catcher signed for the London farm club. Gibson notes Brewer can sit and throw well, hit around 300 in his league, and could develop into a future Pirates backstop with coaching.
Lou Nova of Los Angeles and Pat Comiskey of Paterson meet in a one round heavyweight comeback bout at Madison Square Garden Friday night. Nova resumes after 13 months with a win over Johnny Erjavee in his first comeback start, while Comiskey seeks to rebound after four straight stoppages. Energetic coaching and a busy boxing week highlight the page.
In Atlanta, Jim Bagby Jr tones his return to Cleveland after a trade, hoping to match his famous father’s 1930s success with the Indians. His elbow injury from adolescence may affect his fastball and curve, but he aims for a strong 1947 season with Bob Feller and a rotating cast of hurlers supporting a pennant bid.
A garbled New York sports roundup from January six mentions Benny McCoy and a 4000 dollar bonus, hints at Athterics, Chae Mee Simms, St. Marys Texas Bridges, and Dodgers season prep. The text merges many improper names and stray phrases, lacking a coherent event or outcome.
A report from Bibevia cites an estimate that there are 1,000,000 rubber trees, highlighting debate over counting methods and regional rubber supply prospects. Authorities and local growers weigh the accuracy and implications for prices and exports.
Boxing drills set for Monday at Tration's gym as Zale and Mamakos prepare for Friday confrontation in Chicago Stadium. The bout pits Zale from Washington, D C, against Mamakos, with both fighters slated to train after arrival and push toward a decisive clash amid strong fan interest.
A January report lists Eastern colleges at the top of national standings with Villanova NYU Temple and Louisville among leaders. Western and midwest teams follow as Rocky Mountain and Pacific Coast squads push for conference titles.
Amateur tennis event unfolds as NMMY THOMSON leads the Angeles Open with a strong showing. A field of competitors, including noted players, contests for a $10,000 prize, while early rounds reveal sharp serves and narrowed gaps in scoring.
Veteran pro remarks on steady play in Miami and a cautious view of Klein. He praises regulation, discipline, and strong work ethic, noting limited chatter about Klein but asserting veterans still compete for top status.
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