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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1924
Page
2
America's Olympic hockey team with six players and three substitutes left today to compete in the Olympic winter games at Chamonix. In its final appearance in this country the Olympic team defeated Minneapolis 2 to 0 in Boston last night.
Philadelphia eyed as next site for the Dempsey Wills bout after New York talks stall. Tex Rickard seeks arena control in Philadelphia, with officials saying the January ruling clears the way for a Pennsylvanian fight venue. The plan hinges on arena moves and political support in New York and Philadelphia.
Report from the cast credits Pie Traynor as the standout young player facing eye trouble while pursuing college studies after the season. Cornell routed Syracuse 9 to 45 on the indoor court, chalking up their eighth straight win as Carpentier remains at Tex Rickard's disposal amid boxing negotiations.
Charles Davis was chosen as president of the county prison board at a formal meeting in Erie. The session designated Willing B. Hirt as president for the morning and William D. Brownway as a candidate, but he declined. Davis was named chair and given duties during the ongoing monthly cycle.
United Press dispatches report bantamweight champion Abs Goldstein of New York won a ten round decision over Wilbur Cohan in New York. Lavine of New York slated to box Extdit Shea in Chicago but unavailable due to an eye injury. Moran wired Milwaukee promoters he cannot fight Mendelsohn in Milwaukee next Monday. Dundes of Baltimore won a ten round decision over Ted Marchant in Philadelphia. Lateo of Scranton and Schoell of Buffalo set to box ten rounds for a January 1 bout in Scranton.
Passaic High maintains its famed run with 124 straight victories, led by Coach Blood. The “wonder team” has dominated New Jersey hoops, adding 31 trophies this season and surpassing 118 consecutive wins since 1921 23.
The Corrs valley ball circuit begins tonight at the State Armory with strong teams like the Tannery, Railroad, Radiator, Kurt, Ajax, and Corry Jamestown aiming for the first division. Opening games feature Railroad vs Tannery at 7 p.m., Radiator vs Kurt at 7:30, and Ajax vs Corry Jamestown at 8. A basketball exhibition follows the volleyball program.
News from New York reports a flurry of talk in baseball circles as several major league players are sent to the minors. Elmer Smith, a top hitter, was released to Louisville in the Earle Combs deal, a move seen as a major surprise. Reds peers Kimmick and Keck were passed by multiple clubs, with Kimmiick once hailed as a bright prospect. Boston’s Al DeVormer, a young catcher, was released. Pirates acquired Mattox, White Sox passed on Graham and other solid catchers as rosters shift.
Notice advises automobile owners to arrange mobile servicing for pumping wear and locomotive needs. Seo J Wargo Rex the Co. Office 38 F Sout St 12410.
Batavia's top squad forms the nucleus of a fast, polished lineup for a battle with the Keystones. Notables include Jack Pope of Cornell, Tage Ett brothers, Hill Walters, Brendie, and Teddy Alfieri. The Keystones, practicing after schedule shifts, hope to upset the visiting star-studded lineup on Friday night at the Armory.
Readable fragments hint at a local event or notice involving a person or group named in uncertain form. The garbled text suggests a report on a community matter with dates and names obscured by OCR errors. No clear outcome or action emerges from the fragments provided.
An ad touts Parle Fan Sago hair tonic and scalp treatment promising to stop hair loss and itching while preventing dandruff and improving hair. It claims a money back guarantee and includes brand names and scammy wording typical of period print.
Corry High School schedules a Friday night basketball trip to Sheffield to meet the scholastic team. The roster includes Dusty, Plensing, Masking, Maloney, Heagh, and Greteler under Coach Show. Next week features one away and one home game as part of the season.
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