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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1927
Page
2
Keystones edged Lorain Lions in a contested basketball match with referee criticism, while Allegheny College and Grove City sparked shocks. The article also notes Babe Ruth’s star appeal and other regional sports happenings, including football prospects and local match results.
In a heated night at the State Armory, the Keystones edged the Electrics 111 to 104. Key performances came from Brewer and Lechter with timely scoring as the hosts staged a comeback after a tight first half. White, Turner, and Jones contributed steady offense, while Erie’s visitors battled through foul trouble and missed free throws.
The Journals upset Raymond 19 to 16 to take a 1-0 lead in the Industrial Basketball League second round. Tight defense and a late rally by the Journals sealed the victory as Raymond faltered in the final period, with key players fouled out and both Kinney brothers contributing crucial points.
Warren girls suffered a defeat as rival team edged ahead in a tense late game. Key players from both squads contributed scoring runs and solid defense, but the final points went to the visitors.
Two basketball games are on the schedule this evening featuring Vw Tumor thgh Emerves facing the Batleator squad in the preliminaries and Titwevife High girls team set to play. This rivalry night promises action as Dig att hosts Tur and nearby supporters attend.
A fragmentary report notes a junior high basketball game where the Juniors defeated Columbus Five by a narrow margin. The text references a sale and a literary work, mentioning Doctor Johnson and a strange market claim, but details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
United Press reports heavy favorite Dempsey may meet Sharkey or Maloney in a title bout after training in two weeks. He previously said he would only face Gene Tunney, but could accept Maloney or Sharkey if offered sufficient money, aiming to test his form in the coming period.
The piece discusses Tex Rickard's pursuit of major league baseball expansion and race track projects in New York, facing skepticism from conservatives about funding and feasibility. It notes rivals like the Giants and Phillies and potential pushback from Brooklyn interests while citing Rickard’s ambition and public interest in multi-venue ventures.
In a rugged first half Rocky Grove pulled ahead of Union City high schools to lead 38 25 at intermission. Shuffer kept the Growers scoring while Hort contributed 13 points and Waiant helped with defense as the team pressed for victory.
The Millsville Herald reports the Titusville girls basketball team hosts Corry in Erie County. After a recent setback, the Orange and Brown aim to rebound with tight defense and a early lead by the visitors challenged at home tonight.
Babe Ruth begins with the New York Yankees at St Petersburgh camp under a $210,000 contract signed and witnessed. Reports note Cobb and Speaker received large annual salaries elsewhere, while Ruth’s move is tied to expectations of strong hitting and a swift start after official signing. Local hospital news mentions a wife’s health update affecting travel and training plans.
Local gun club plans to form a pistol team as police officials vet interested shooters for next week's meeting. Several skilled marksmen are noted, with a Cambridge Springs rifle club match and a planned contest against Lawrence Park Rifle Club and Falconer team. In high school sports, Shontanae High and Fredonia meet for county basketball supremacy in Jamestown with the title decided Tuesday at the State Armory court.
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