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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1927
Page
2
A fractured neck tragedy shadows boxing as plans for a Geloron Paris event in Rochester are described alongside boxing bouts and matchmakers. Baseball mentions include a Johnstown game, a Buffalo arrival, and Hudkins defeating Melly in New York. Pirates see Meallows and others in MLB action with Adams death news and Reading transfers referenced.
In a tense high school baseball game, High Squad edged Youngsville 7 to 5. Roger Whiteley anchored the offense with clutch hits and solid defense as Williams, Briskie and Cooper contributed key runs and defensive plays.
The article describes a baseball matchup featuring the Yankees and Red Sox as part of the era's top teams. It highlights key players like Speaker and Ruth with noted batting averages and at bats. The piece emphasizes performance in four plate appearances and frequent at bats.
Charley Davis and Jimmy Risk starred in a lively horseshoe pitching display at Pennsuil ball field. Davis delivered multiple ringers and stunts, winning the first game 50 to 12 and triumphing in subsequent matches amid cheering crowds and bold技巧.
Joe Dundee challenged Pete Latzo for the welterweight crown at the Polo Grounds in a high stakes title bout. Latzo entered as a slight favorite amid betting activity while Dundee aimed to prove his mettle after recent bouts with Mickey Walker and Joe Simonich. The article notes security measures for Dundee's camp amid gangster concerns and the boxing commission allowing close protection for his daughter in Baltimore.
Duane Miller and others are building a tennis court at the Napihi Corner Pleasant streets intersection. The project is under way after a morning breakage and is expected to finish within a few weeks. The effort could spark renewed local interest in tennis next summer. Enthusiasts hope the court revival lifts past declining participation.
Saturday clash notes practice tonight as CO A plans a penning game at Towelt Piel. The match features East Wah ligioy street Srounids and Scott's Crossing Field with venue repairs and uncertain gate plans. The Vandy Jicksons and local clubs prepare, with Aug stock and state armory at 1:80 o'clock for pregame events.
A heating hospital ship was destroyed early today in Boston after a fire forced five people to jump into the Charles River to escape flames. Firefighters rescued the occupants. the loss is estimated at 400000 dollars.
Aimee Semple McPherson and her Four Square Gospel party plan a tour starting in Chicago after a three week Los Angeles preaching engagement. Her son Rob and daughter Roberta accompany her, with a return to Los Angeles and campaigns planned in New York and Washington following the revival visit.
United Press reports Joe Bua of the New York Yankees delivered a pinch single in the ninth to drive Paschal home and edge the Athletics. Mark Koenig added a homer for New York as the Yankees won a tight game.
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