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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1940
Page
7
Fragmented OCR text notes a system of fees for notary proof and policing actions, referencing headquarter duration and appointment procedures. It mentions a fee of twenty five for each maid and a duplicate fee, with unclear ownership and timing. The readable items suggest administrative fee structures rather than narrative events.
Fragmentary text mentions Darter and entities Fed and Twit Pro on a seventathon event dated 1840. Details are unclear but reference to participants and a scheduled day.
Fragmentary OCR item notes a stamped phrase of unclear meaning about identification by city authorities. The readable portion mentions a name or label Howe and the fragment suggests a local identity stamp or imprint. No verifiable dates, places, or organizations are readable.
An incomplete OCR fragment refers to an unlawful act involving a bicycle and a person, mentioning surrender or transfer and a warning. The text is garbled but implies legal or police relevance to bicycle handling and potential possession issues.
Vague fragment describes a scene after sunrise with references to light and Nike candles. It mentions two such items and hints at reflection. Unclear details, but preserves entities bi City Nike candles and morning light context.
City council approves a new ordinance limiting unlawful bicycle operation and requiring safe pedestrian passage. The act defines unlawful conduct on city streets and establishes penalties for violations to ensure safer shared use of sidewalks and roadways.
Fragmentary text notes an ordinance process in Corry Pennsylvania about property, streets, and payments. It references the mayor, justice, and sections of ordinances, with dates and financial or ownership actions implied but unclear. The readable parts indicate a municipal measure awaiting adoption or enforcement and concerns property or street provisions.
Tonight at the Polo Grounds in New York City Henry Armstrong and Lew Jenkins collide in a much anticipated bout. Jenkins rides a eight-knockout streak while Armstrong is the favorite though no easy walk for either fighter.
Langue stars led a 7 to 4 win over Clymer Windmills. Pitcher Norm Holler and relief heights held the visitors in a late game at Langue Park amid gusty winds.
Baseball roundup shows Cleveland, Washington, and Boston posting mixed results as Fred Hutchinson returns from the minors with a six hit shutout, while Cincinnati extends its NL lead and Brooklyn edges Pittsburgh. Chicago’s White Sox stop Marius Russo, Giants stumble again, and St. Louis and Boston struggle for traction.
In Williamstown on July 17 Associated Press reports Gene Tunney rejects rumors of a charity bout with Jack Dempsey. Tunney says Dempsey quit the ring years ago and has no intention of returning to active competition, signaling the end of any proposed matchup.
The text describes an underworld term stool pigeon tied to hutters who slaughtered passenger pigeons. It notes how records were manipulated to attract pigeons, trapping them in millions for the market while mentioning seasons and nest behavior, with scattered references to males and females during different parts of the day.
Sports Roundup highlights rumors and quick notes from 1940s baseball and boxing circles. Mentions Lew Jenkins Sweetwater Tex Henry Armstrong Joe Cronin Frank Dierickx and Joe Louis with scattered league standings and upcoming events.
Yesterday's scores show Philadelphia 3 Detroit 1 and Washington 11 Cleveland 5 Chicago 5 New York 1. Today's games feature Louis at Philadelphia Cleveland at New York Chicago at Washington Detroit at Boston. Minor leagues report Rochester 2 Buffalo 0 Syracuse 2 Baltimore 1 Montreal Toronto 1 Newark 8 Jersey City 0. American Association St Paul 8 Indianapolis 2. Only games scheduled.
H Iver Gustafson of Penn is linked to football fralle. Auto racing in the Pacific Northwest sent a dozen drivers to hospitals this summer. The Cincinnati Reds, drawing about a million paid admissions, may fall by as much as 100000 from 1989 figures despite remaining in the National League.
Detroit July 17 George Stauster reports Fery Sarazen and a challenger team face the prospect of losing to Walter Hagen's Ryder Cup squad. Sarazen’s group trails after rounds at Oakland Hills with singles to decide charity victory as he strengthens the lineup by adding Lawson Little and Harold McSpaden, while contenders fight through 36 holes and pairings set for the next day.
Billy Conn plans training in Ferndale New York after attending a bout in New York. He targets a August 13 heavyweight title defense against Bob Pastor in New York and estimates his weight around 180 pounds. Nearby, Sunbury’s Interstate League club seeks better pay after a threatened strike brief.
Swedish metal workers union urged members tired of Soviet praise to take free one way tickets to Russia. The offer required the fixer to depart immediately and stay ten years. the phrase there were no lakers remains unclear.
Local sport brief reports Aero A A A securing a league win last night over United Brethren Kaui with players Aero A A Jeviell Jane Krone 2hvita Patterson Woy GAR Wiletia and others contributing. The item lists several players and dates in a clipped postgame recap with multiple names and sparse context.
A chaotic scene unfolds as golfers are stranded on a cliff while searching for a lost ball. The party, including a few named locals, frantically assists each other to recover the ball and ensure everyone safety amid the rugged terrain.
As Gayle Talbot reports from New York, Jenkins faces a significant challenge against Armstrong in a pivotal test. The narrative centers on the high stakes of the matchup, the crowd’s expectations, and the athletes’ preparations ahead of a decisive showing.
Pittsburgh Sterlers seek star center Mike Basrak a two way plan to boost lineup. Basrak, All-America mentioned, already courted by multiple teams with a rumored offer to join for the season. Meanwhile Teel Andrews pitched a seven inning no hit effort for Nori Catholic Tech in a 1-0 win.
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