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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1941
Page
7
Estate notice indicates letters testamentary have been signed in Erie County. Heirs and creditors are advised to reflect on administering the estate, with administratrix appointed and venue in place to settle claims and distribute assets.
The estate of a deceased individual has been granted administration by the register. Creditors are notified to present their claims by a specified date and arrange for settlement through the Pennsylvania court system. The action lists the administrator and informs creditors of filing requirements and deadlines.
Sale of public property at Corry on Saturday morning includes a yarn planter mowing spring tooth peg-tooth plow vat rains cradle feeder roller drill riders and cradling ends. Dining room chairs stand wardrobe bedstead chiffonier gold room table and other items. Terms cash. Administrator John Ivan Smith.
Fragmentary stock market note shows a downbeat drift with limited rallies as investors weigh Bear market risks. Unclear details include a few scattered figures and dates, but the overall tone points to cautious trading and slow moves in key indices.
Boxing notes recount Joe Louis defending against Conn with a tough 13th round finish. Conn’s bravado met by Louis power, raising to a possible September rematch and near million-dollar gate expectations. Oilers baseball rise behind Peters and Sweeney, while Walsh’s 10 straight wins anchor Johnstown’s hold in the Penn State league. Track records and helmet talk also surface as era greats push age limits and records.
In Toledo on June 20 Bulla of Chicago and Byrd beat Picard and Revolta three up to seize early lead in the Inverness invitational four ball. Guldahl and Metz shot 65 to tie atop the field while Mangrum and McSpaden were even with Demaret and Hogan. Smith and Little defeated Thomson and Nelson two down as the event advances into its second round.
A Colorado Springs report predicts a little known player could capture the Western Amateur at Broadmoor on July 16. The Broadmoor course has produced first major wins for past champions like Johnny Goodman and Charley Yates, with legends such as Bud Ward and Gus Moreland also linked to its turf. Local lore notes Broadmoor's deceptive greens and the field includes rising stars across golf history, while Bill Nicholson shines as a feared NL batter for the Cubs with a strong RBI total.
The St Louis Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-6 in 11 innings to extend their lead as Don Padgett scored on a misplay and Creepy Cheaps hit a bases loaded single for the winning run. The Dodgers then topped the Cubs 4-3 behind a 15 hit attack, and Babe Dahlgren homered twice for the Yankees in a 7-2 win over the White Sox. The Indians crushed the A’s 12-1 as Heath homered along with two doubles and a single, and the Senators routed the Browns 12-0 in a 17 hit performance. DiMaggio extended his hitting streak to 32 games with a day that included a homer, two singles and a walk.
Yesterday Brooklyn defeated Chiesto 9 to 4 while New York topped Pilesburel 9 to 4. St Louis played Phil and Owl games are listed for today with New York at St Louis and Boston at Chicago Philadelphia at Pittsburgh on the schedule.
Philadelphia June 20 The long rivalry between Leslie McMitchell and Walter Mehl two of the nation's top milers continued as Mehl entered the National A A U track and field championships at Franklin Field The Wisconsin student and MacMitchell NYU's top miler traded wins indoors last winter ending the series with a 4 3 edge for McMitchell and Mehl respectively
Steel Age opened the season with an 11 to 7 loss to Clymer at Loveland Field. Dick Thompson pitched for Steel Age while Bob Legters hurled for Clymer. Next, Steel Age faces Corry Merchants in the evening game at Loveland Field, starting at 6:30. Score by innings shows Clymer leading 7 2 1 6 1 and Steel Age 2 0 2 3 0.
News reports confirm Nova will defend his heavyweight title against Joe Louis in September in New York. The long-awaited rematch follows prior wrangles over management and venue, with promoters seeking a clear path to a title defense amid rumors of a fall showdown.
News from Poughkeepsie notes Washington is favored as college crews prepare for the annual four mile intercollegiate regatta on the Hudson next Wednesday. Rival teams, coxswains, and spectators gather in secrecy at the Nelson House and nearby spots to discuss preparations and probable performance.
Yesterday's Stars highlights include Heath and Usls-Heath delivering key hits for Amite while Bagny and Keller produced six hits combined. Brewer added five hits for White Sox against Cres, and Stapled, Keller, and Marvin Brewer contributed as Cardinals beat Phillips. Dodgers and Giants posted strong wins with multiple runs and doubles.
Reported bouts in Richmond include Jimmy Wen defeating Johnny Reimero in a knockout at 174 pounds, with other noted bouts in New York and Harrisburg. Details are garbled but reference several weigh-ins, outpoints, and KO outcomes across cities including Indianapolis and Los Angeles.
Roundup from New York outlines multiple entertainment and athletic rumors tied to Billy Con and figures like Roy Cottery and Coaker Triple. Mentions film tie ins, boxing style bets, and alleged figures around $7,700 to $10,000 with numerous names and cities sprinkled through dense prose.
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