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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1943
Page
5
A clipped OCR fragment mentions individuals such as Erie Smith and Mrs Jered, referencing counts, miles, weeks, and a weekly allowance. The text is incomplete and lacks a clear event, date, or organization to anchor a fuller summary.
Beavers take early lead as Taylor posts 13 points to pace the attack. Putnam men avenge earlier defeat with strong second-half contributions, while Con versions play key roles in the win.
The round up notes Toledo freshmen facing Long Island U and a potential bid to the NIT at the Garden, mentions Western Kentucky’s invite and a possible Fa Diddle Burt Friddle matchup. It also covers Billy Cox and Ralph Gamble, track and field events, Sammy Angott’s boxing tune up, and Joe DiMaggio’s Hollywood visit with other sports tidbits and local results from Corry and Youngsville high games.
The piece outlines the Western and Eastern districts for the state basketball playoffs, naming districts 5 through 10 and teams like Crawford, Mercer, and Erie. It notes the schedule leading to the western regional final on March 23 and the eastern champ's date, plus historic figures connected to the Pirates and local sports histories.
In Los Angeles, Willie Joyce outboxed Henry Armstrong over ten rounds to hand the veteran a decisive defeat. Armstrong, attempting a comeback after 16 fights, showed heart but failed to threaten Joyce, who landed more blows and controlled the match. Both fighters weighed 197 1/2 pounds. Armstrong carried injuries from prior bouts and a recent tonsillectomy.
Brooklyn Dodgers seek Ellsworth Babe Dahlgren a fast baseman and infielder once valued at 5000 a season. Chicago White Sox and others bid for him amid a contentious market. Moses to Chicago remains possible as Giants and Phillies compete. Rickey notes nibbling and a need for cash and players.
Hammond Royster Bowlers fired a 901 kote 1156 in Antler League action to blank McCandeee Drngs. Paul Burkhart led with a 607 series on 233 202 178. High games included Roof 745 and Stroup 237 in a standout showing while other locals posted strong scores amid a busy bowling night.
Bethlehem police watch as Hazleton wins 38 95 to claim Eastern League title in a playoff that sparked a riot. Referee Eddie Brorinski from Wilkes Barre administered a late field goal ruling. incidents left several injured and nine arrested after gas bombs were used and tempers flared following Bethlehem High's defeat.
Wartime limits curb Coca Cola supply. When unavailable, shoppers are urged to seek Coke first and request it every time to secure a can or bottle. The note emphasizes Coke as the top choice and outselling other beverages during shortages.
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