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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1941
Page
7
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A look at the pennant contenders shows the defending champions the Quacinmatt Reds and Detvott Tigers fading from the picture this season. The White Sox battle to stay in the first division alongside the Teer, while the Reds lag behind the Dodgers and Pirates for a late push.
Major league results show the St Louis Cardinals sweeping improvements as they beat the Dodgers 4 to 2 and 7 to 1, boosting their push in the National League. The Yankees' late surge defeats Detroit 12 to 8 in 17 innings, widening their AL lead. Brooklyn’s slide and Reds, Giants, and Indians gains shape the pennant race.
Anthony Zugates of Indiana Pa wins the 20wane title with a near perfect 87 X 100 in a windy final. He shares the tyro-man crown with TL Soissoh of Hastings Pa after tying at 87 X 100. Miss Barbara Laursen of Akron posts 97 X 100 to win the feminine division, while Homeruns and spice notes close the weird report.
July 8 11 edition covers National League hopes in baseball including Branch Rickey chatter and Ra y Rob inson boxing buzz with Angott. Chicago fight plans loom as Lou Nova bout eyed. Boxing commission talk, boxing stars and a Hollywood slice with Bobby Riggs and John Kimbrough tied to upcoming films. End with light advertising and social notes from New York.
Associated Press Chicago July 21. Three years after Sam Snead set a money winning streak Hogan challenges the record. Hogan earned 1200 in the Chicago Open lifting his 1941 tourney total to 11817 and extending his streak in the money in 51 straight events. He leads the Vardon Trophy standings with Craig Wood second.
Johnstown July 21 A Brackenridge steel worker Steve Kovach 24 yesterday added the Sunnehanna invitation golf tournament title to his growing list of trophies. He defeated Indiana’s Phelan 4 and 3 in a 36 hole final, overcoming a shaky start to surge on the back nine and seize victory at the 2nd green. Phelan won only four holes in the match.
Akron defeated Irvine 6 to 2 in yesterday's game. Sparkling infield play and several double plays highlighted the contest. The match marked the last appearance for Porge nine star Imac Woits before joining Uncle Sam's forces.
SID TEDER reports from Philadelphia as Sammy Angott prepares to meet Harlem rival Ray Robinson in a ten rounder at Shibe Park nightspot. Angott aims to cash in on a big pot with a sharp conditioning plan while fans expect a strong turnout and big wagering. The bout sets stage for an October Madison Square Garden clash and potential ripple effects on local boxing revenue.
Corry High School nine recalled a strong era with stellar players and key pitching. Jamestown won 13 to 0 in a May 24 game, while Wes Bier led wordy support and Wesley Pierge anchored the infield. The day featured a Wild Dogey tourney and a large turnout, with Westfield defeat and a forthcoming rematch scheduled for Sunday July 27.
The National League slate shows New York 12 Detroit 6 and Boston 2 2 tied with Washington 8 1 while St Louis 6 10 and Cleveland Chicago Philadelphia games are noted. Pittsburgh beat Brooklyn and Chicago slipped in a 2 1 score as betting chatter centers on Rob inson and Sammy winnings amid oddsmaker talk.
Chicago events highlight Bell Hogan at 72 with 10 under par and Lalas winning a 2200 prize in the Chicago Open. New York figures Frankie Parker and Inokie Kramer feature in matches with college and national circuit mentions. Nearby reports cover national links, rowing champions, and other spring sports results with multiple named players and clubs.
Reported action shows Limbeeio and Viglory pacing a win over Detroit with McQuinn homering for the Browns. Lyons and the White Sox edged Allan’s team 2 to 1 in a six hit duel. Deringer and Reis pitched, veterans stranded as lifters struck out seven in the opener. Sally Howe noted amid the inning.
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