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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1944

Page

5

Beavers Show Strong Form in County Basketball League

The Beaver capers display improved play in the County Basketball League with three forwards producing scoring spurts. Billy Hammond leads county scoring, while Bob Jackson, Ronnie Rathbun, Ray Blynt, and Paul Gates provide offensive depth as Corry prepares for key games at Lawrence Park and North East this week.

Beaver Capers Putnam Hea Billy Hammond Bob Jackson Titusville Ronnie Rathbun Tom Ray Blynt Paul Gates Laurence Park North East Corry Millcreek The Beavers Union City

Carry All Stars Triumph Over Sheffield O'Connor Machinists

The Carry All Stars defeated the Sheffield O'Connor Machinists 49-45 on their own floor in Warren. Carter Thuley and Untereiner led the rally from 11-10 after the first period to a 25-19 halftime edge, while Woe Baressi sparked in the final period with four baskets. Tayor and Baresi each scored 10, Averill added eight after returning from an injury, and the All Stars prepare to face North East Independents next, aiming for their eighth win in nine starts.

Carry All Stars Warren Sheffield O'Connor Sheffield Irvine Forge All Stars Carter Thuley Untereiner Crandall Wen Curtis Vohharges Taylor Baresi Averill North East Independents Coch Curtis

Local Scholastic Scores Highlight Narrow Wins

Warren fi and Oil Othy lead a series of high school scores with Sharnsville 34 Meadville 27 and Greenville 44 Hickory Twp 35. Bronkili 4 and Brookville 21 show mixed results in the compiled tally.

Warren Fi Sharnsville Meadville Greenville Hickory Bronkili Brookvilie

Verbal clash rages as sportsmen press governor on open season

In Emporium Pa on January 26, a protest by hunters backed by Cameron County DA Edwin T. Tompkins targeted Gov. Edward Martin over the State Game Commission’s open deer season. Commission chairman Ross L. Leffler defended the move to aid wildlife and prevent starvation, while critics charged unfair petition disqualification under game law. Also listed are scattered college and service scores under basketball results.

Associated Press Emporium State Game Commission Northwestern Pennsylvania Sportsmen Edward Martin Cameron County Edwin T. Tompkins Hunters Game Commission Commission Cxine Ross L. Leffler Tier

Saddle Shoe Susie and women in golf take strides

A New York sports roundup notes rising interest in women caddies and players shaping the postwar game. Greensboro pro George Corcoran predicts caddie-turned-pros will grow, naming Betty Hicks and others as early stars. Mentions Helen McDonald, Elizabeth Gordon, Virginia Pepp, and Virginia Hayes among teachers and leaders in women’s golf instruction. Also highlights Virginia basketball novelty from a Woodrow Wilson Army hospital game and touches on players’ postwar earnings and war-time sports connections.

New York Susie George Corcoran Greensboro N. C George Bobby Jones Joyce Wethered Betty Hicks Miss Hicks Patty Berg Hellen Detwiler Corcoran Helen McDonald Chicago Elizabeth Gordon Providence R. I

Montgomery K O Williams in 12th Round

Bob Montgomery halted Williams in the 12th round at Convention Hall Philadelphia after 11 rounds of punishing attack. Attendance 14,807 paid 55,829 dollars to watch the comeback bid by the Bobcat against Williams famed 92 bout win streak. Williams left dazed, counted out by Ernie Sesto after a heavy right.

Associated Press Philadelphia Bob Montgomery Sue Williams W. J Convention Hall Regan Jack Bobcat Trenton Montgomery Willliams Trentoh Ernie Sesto Pittsburgh Chiat

Four Teams Tie In Ladies A Bowling League Action

The torrid race left four teams tied for position as Wing Willi stopped Steen Cleaners in two, Rexalls topped Wilcox Grovery, Page and Ferry lassies beat Raymonds in two. Standings show Wing Willi Rexalls Raymonds Mage and Ferry leading with high scores by Fern Flanigan, Rosa Baker and Thelma among top bowlers.

Willi Steens Wilcox Cops Rexall —Rays Page Ferry Wing Wills Wilcox Grovery Trom Rexalls Envy Lassies He Raymond Petees Willi Rexalls Raymonds Mage Milee Ce Meedaayy Bao Willie Keglerettes Tad Steen Cleaners Fern Flanigan Eam Marjorie Crandall Perry Lassies Raymond Ethel Rocking Tencers Mildred Haenel Rays Wilcox Iussies Rexall Fring Rosa Baker Ane Thelma

Beavers Clash In League Opener At Lawrence Park

Beavers meet Parker club in a league game at Lawrence Park High School. Coach Putnam leads Beavers with Bob Jackson Ronnie Rathbut Tornaces Bill Hammond Ray Bhat Pall Gates and sketch McKihiney in a probable starting lineup as Beavers aim to end a jinx against Parker. Friday night they won their second league game 38 20 at Worth East over the Grapepickers.

Timeville Parkers Beavers Putnam Bob, Jackson Ronnie Rathbut Bill Hammond Ray Bhat Pall Gates McKihiney Cho! Jr Merié Ollaway Red Kent Worth East Grapepickers

Banquet Tickets Nearly Sold For Beaver Club Event

Beaver Club president Richard Bachothes announced only 20 tickets remain for a Saturday evening banquet at Hotel Corry on February 5 featuring Canton McKinley coach Bup Rearick as guest speaker. Red Bitterbaugh and three Canton Bulldog Booster members will attend alongside staff. Only 119 guests can be accommodated, so tickets should be purchased now. The Great Lakes extend nearby.

Richard Bachothes Beaver Club Banquel Ud Corry Bup Rearick Canton McKinley Red Bitterbaugh Canton Bulldog Booster Lab

Two-Mile Record Down 30 Seconds In 60 Years

In New York on January 6 the long fading two mile mark faced a dramatic drop as talk swirled of historic times. Gunder the Wonder aims to better his 1822 Sweden time, while rival Albertown and Don Lash figures mingle with postwar stars. Newcomers and veterans eye indoor season records as contenders like Jerry Thompson and Bill Hulse float in discussion with Notre Dame and Coast Guard clubs.

Bob Steuber Marquette Bob Chicago Bears Navy DePauw Bears Washington “Redskins Johnny Goodyear Don ‘Vosberg New York Boston Art Ross Bert Gardiner Dave Rankin Purdue Ile Dave Simder Aaegis Thei Gunder the Wonder Sweden Cleveland Gree Rice America Notre Dame Font Roine Rice Don Lash Indiana England Finkund Sl Husgaby Walter George Witt Imade Alieg Shuubb Jis Nurmi Edwin Wide Paave Nurmi Finland Nurnil Muklos Sai Hunwary Thisitn Maki Pit Janel Hinge New York A Clayton Farrar U. S. Coast Guard Bill Huls

Henry Armstrong Wins Seven Round Knockout in Kansas City

Henry Armstrong dominates in a seven round victory in Kansas City, delivering a forward marching knockout. After the bout manager George P. Moore hinted at a future 10 round bout with Lew Hambury in Washington. Modern readers see Armstrong’s relentless attack and crowd of supporters as a testament to his enduring power.

Henry Armstrong Kansas City Helly Armstrong Atlas George P. Moore Armstrong Lew Hanbury Washington

Sunday School Basketball Leagues Set Up

The Sunday school program sponsors separate boys and girls leagues with sign ups this Saturday. Boys report at 9 AM and girls at 10 30 AM, with rosters, schedules and church preferences finalized. First games begin February 5. late teams are ineligible for the first round, per organizers.

Coury ¥. M . A Simuay School Sabuuday Poys

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