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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1935
Page
2
Disjointed notes show Hoovers’ slim chances in the Big Ter league after losses to key rivals. Union City, Edinboro, and Corry loom as contenders, with Beavers needing road wins and better form on neutral floors to force a playoff.
Beavers led 9-1 after the first quarter but sagged, allowing Union City to surge to an 82-20 defeat. Corry trailed after a disruptive second period as Union City pulled away with decisive offense led by Connell Fitch and Nick, while Marvin and Paulson contributed late.
In the Southern Division Edinboro defeated Union City 29 to 22 while Corry beat Albion 32 to 19 and Waterford defeated McKean 31 to 18. Last night Union City 32 Corry 20 Edinboro 26 McKean 18 Waterford 31 Albion 19. Northern Division Weilayville 28 North East 25 Girard 30 Milcreek 20.
Union City hosts a junior high contest where the local team suffers a loss to the rival squad. The outcome confirms the visiting team’s performance pace and the home crowd’s reaction.
The Pittsburgh Pirates plan an early season training camp in California with the advance party departing Pittsburgh in four weeks. Catcher Tommy Padden and pitcher Bill Swift lead the group, escorted by club president Gil Benswanger, with others to join en route. Additional players include pitchers Guy Bunch Waite Hoyt and Jim Weaver, shortstop Bimer Trapp, and Pardén. Trapp will stop in Los Angeles to visit friends before joining the main contingent.
St Edward's High and St Michael's High of Greenville dueled in a rough contest. Greenville built a late edge with strong defense and free throws, finishing 18 to 12 after a balanced effort led by Hudock and Strosser for the visitors. St Edward's had chances but sloppy shooting and turnovers limited their rally.
Pittsburgh University faces West Virginia in an Eastern Intercollegiate Conference race deciding gridiron fortunes. Mountaineers aim to extend two wins, while Panthers hope for a victory to keep pace for a top spot. Carnegie Tech wrestling and freshmen basketball also feature in the night’s slate. JamesTown’s Jimmy Wing headlines local sports notes.
Corry youth hockey group begins practice for a Lions Club sponsored Franklin ice carnival at Water Works Park on the Peninsula near Erie. Dick Hurlburt and Howard J. Sheen oversee tryouts for ages 16 to 20 with Melvin Cobbett aiding coaching. success depends on forming a competitive team.
Germany still regards Max Schmeling as a national hero and a March victory over Steve Hamas could earn him another world heavyweight title shot lost to Jack Sharkey. German promoters would back an offer to Max Baer to defend the title next summer if Schmeling avenges Hamas, with government support ensuring a guaranteed cast.
The high school girls basketball team fell to Wi ef City Tassies in a preliminary game with a final score of 28 to 7, struggling on offense and defense throughout the match.
The Warren byVis team clinched a victory over Union City Consulier's Githa by 617 in last week’s clash. A third meeting between the two squads is planned on the Armory path, following Anénites’ win over Waseintem in Union City.
In a roughash bout at Ashtabula the fighter Ferindo edged Norm Coserah by decision. The match featured strong exchanges with Ferindo landing clean shots and taking the measure of an aggressive opponent.
Prizes for top Indies bowling scores went to Misa Malele with 174 dollars 1 and Helen Foley with 174 and Else Racke with 164 while a sixth recipient received a candy prize at the Recreation Alleys.
United Press reports the New York State Athletic Commission reversed a Dundee versus Risko decision at Madison Square Garden. Judge Sid Carlin had Dundee ahead five to four with one draw, while referee Jed Gahan leaned Risko. Commission chair Gen. Joan J. Phelan overruled, declaring Dundee winner, amid controversy.
Entry blanks for the annual ice carnival at Water Works Park on the Peninsula Erie, sponsored February 3, have been issued. Howard J. Sheen leads the local delegation and residents who wish to compete should contact the Journal office for blanks. Entries close January 30 and must be returned before Wednesday noon.
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