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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1923
Page
2
Boxing notes recount Jack Dempsey defeating Luis Firpo in a heavyweight bout at Shelby with high stakes and large purses. The piece discusses prize money in golf and boxing economics, plus promoter Tex Rickard’s plans and anticipated gate attendance near 100000.
The city announces open playgrounds including the large Main Street area and Tintch school grounds. A supervised session for children under ten runs at noon tomorrow with stories and activities.
Former world champion Jess Willard was counted out in the eighth round as Luis Firpo overwhelmed him with a barrage of rights in Jersey City. The punch that staggered Willard came late in the eighth, ending a brutal clash watched by a massive crowd and producing a $150,000 purse for Willard despite the defeat. Firpo’s tireless attack left Willard unable to continue after a hard-fought exchange that saw Firpo pressing from the start and Willard briefly rally before succumbing.
Northwestern Pennsylvania colored team Meadville Br ail faces Enwites tomorrow afternoon at Washington streets rounds. Reports say Meadville recently beat Warren Moose and expect a tough game against visiting rivals. The lineup may include Verne Grouwig at back and Adamsville for forward. The game is set for 30 sharp.
Veteran fighter Charlemstel champion Willard failed to rise from his stool in the eighth round, taking the count as the crowd roared. The New York bout saw him dominate early but weaken late, with critics noting limp legs and timid offense as he faded against a steady opponent.
League results show St Louis 8 over Washington 5 in a surprising upset, New York 10 over Chicago 6, Philadelphia 0 over host city, and Detroit 7 against St Louis in a mixed slate. Today features Washington at St Louis and Philadelphia at Cleveland among others.
Fragmented text shows scouts resuming tennis games and mentions supervision by Lawrence Grotelin and others. It references a Tuesday or Saturday scheduling note, possible job postings and training mentions, with unclear details about locations, wages, and teaching by telephone.
A jumble of game results shows the Yankees winning their third straight with a 10 to 0 score over the White Sox as Dob Shawkey stumbles then recovers while Lee Meadows ties the game. Pirates fall 5 to 2. Phillies outslug the Reds 3 to 0. Red Sox sweep a doubleheader, Morton's shutout streak continues, and Detroit rallies fall short. Cards edge the Raven with a late push, Robins and Dodgers post shutouts in tight contests.
A 77 start field of 300 golfers competes in the United States Open at Inwood Country Club Wood NY. Fog hampers early play as Bobby Unik and Abe Espine struggle to sight drives while Aller Courleshanie and Espine push ahead with the late starters. Thirtysix holes will be played today and thirtysix tomorrow in medal format.
United Press from London reports Lady Astor's Will to ban sale of intoxicants to minors passed the third reading by 257 to 10 in the House of Commons. The bill moves to the House of Lords amid bitter press and opposition from a few diehards.
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