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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1926
Page
2
The Buffalo club may lose Rich to the Keystones as he travels to Ohio and the Midwest. Manager Young Vans seeks to retain him, noting Rich’s pivotal role in the offense all season.
Belgian billiard champion Horemans thrilled a gallery of about forty fans at the Five Bar with a 250 point match against Mares Leemputt. He showcased masse shots and fancy plays while Leemputt defeated him in three cushions. The event drew praise from spectators and owner Fitch for reviving local interest in the sport.
Warren Jay reports Nameless Five reorganized with five basketball teams set to play Jamestown Mystics in a three game series starting Thursday. Managers discuss rivalrous play and preparatory practice sessions amid complex scheduling and upcoming games against Sheffield Bradford and Bralford.
Incomplete text notes a cadet series involving Clymer and Ayers with references to managers and a St Edward’s unit. Details are fragmented with uncertain teams and dates.
The Palace Club of Washington presented a classy exhibition at the Armory last night. Key performers included Rusty Sayers, Rud Kearns, and Haggerty, delivering a balanced show as the Blue and Gold visitors faced a strong home defense and eventual crowd-pleasing scoring runs.
Corry High weighs dropping from the circuit as Goreyigh Show team considers a shift to another league. Officials must approve, with student body divided and little fan support visible at the last Friday contest.
The Keyatorios face Geneva Friday with regulars Geneva Bayles under review. J D Medallister and Davenport are in town for a visit as the team plans a strong showing this season.
Henry Z. Farrell reports on widespread opposition to proposed New York boxing reforms. Critics cite harsh decisions, high prices, and personal liberty infringements. Sponsor James J. Walker argues for referee based decisions with no judges, while lawmakers push to abolish boxing and racing commissions amid broader reform efforts.
Regular weekly shoot at the State Armory last evening featured participants in prone kneeling and prehand positions. Scores and names listed include Alverson Dr Smith Mahle Repple Auer Spiver Kinney and others with detailed marks for multiple firing rounds.
Members of the Izaak Walton League gathered in the Municipal building for a meeting held last evening. Resolutions urged Congress and Senators from the district to back a bill banning illicit shipments of black bass for marketing. The group also debated halting Chicago from diverting waters of the Great, intended for sewage dilution. Several members joined the Utetocit chapter as its membership grows. The next meeting is set for Monday, February 8.
The article describes Jack Pry preparing for a boxing match against Vascher in Jamestown. It notes local athletes and events surrounding the bout, including venue hints and expected crowd interest.
Helen Wills secures another American national event win at Cannes despite a tense match. The text notes improved form and a decisive victory, with mentions of Koen and Mayle, and a related incident involving a car accident during the event.
An embezzler starts a term in a county jail after pleading guilty to diverting funds. He received a sentence of two and a half years and was arrested in New York while attending a football game.
Scorers list shows Navid and Seagunmey among top marks in the Alphabet League. The tally highlights Hulk forward contributions and steady scoring pace for Navarro and Wolleyetnye in recent games.
An old notice touts a remedy labeled 666 pH 8 promising to treat colds grippe flu dengue bilious fever and malaria by killing germs. The claim frames the preparation as a universal cure.
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