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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1942
Page
5
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Pittsburgh Pirates manager Sos Pronkie shifts infield roles in Glendale camp with Bob Bolt and Held in contention for third base as training nears season start. AL Anderson moves to shortstop with Ary Vaughn traded to the Dodgers, Billy Cox joining Army, while Micke Fletcher anchors first. Dispatch Herald announces 8th annual basketball tournament entries with 17 teams, plus bowling league scores and Sparta tournament previews.
Corry County Club directors meet at Howard J. Sheet's home and finalize the 1943 season plan. George Orcutt succeeds M. Ray Greene on the board and will assume duties. The 9 hole course opens April 15 weather permitting, with Holtz slated as pro if not drafted. Members pay 1940 dues plus 10 percent tax. free play for enlisted men. anticipated membership near 150. Committees named, Andy Peterson named steward for next month.
In Pittsburgh on March 10, former welterweight champ Zivic battered New York’s Jannazzo over four rounds, breaking his eye and earning a technical knockout. The 6,500 crowd paid $18 47 to watch Zivic win every round despite recent losses and shaky betting odds.
In Miami the Biltmore four ball tournament narrowed to the semis as Hogan and Sarazen edged toward the final. The duo defeated Charlie Harper and Herman Belper one up after a tight match, while Ben Bogus and Brad Larson beat Herman Button and Tony Bene in a separate four ball clash.
Wilcox Keg Team moved back into first in the City Bowling League Handicap division with a clean sweep over Thomas Motors. Harold Cragg and Pierce rolled high averages as Open Division leaders showed strong scoring, while Superior Cleaners and Rogers Steel posted wins in a tight standings week.
The National Field Trials held in Lebanon Pa named Luminary and Lucky Strike as the two contenders for the second-series runoff after a day of mediocre running. Judges settled on the two dogs with no debate, though further entries were expected later.
In California a spring injury threatens Lee Handley's major league career. Handley could not throw across the diamond after a winter auto accident and was sent to Los Angeles for examination. Leip, a Pittsburgh rookie second baseman, was slated for a return to the minors depending on Handley's status.
Meadville March 10 Randolph High School defeated Connaughtville 38 to 30 to take the Gealolee counties basketball title. It marked Connaughtville’s first loss in 14 games and capped a rough stretch for coach George Deimel after a January 13 handover. Randolph advances to face Watshire, Grie county champions, next Wednesday at Hollaboro State Teachers College.
In Orlando reports claim the Washington Senators pursue a deal involving Mickey Vernon and Dutch Leonard with Detroit and New York. Leonard signed a 1942 contract, Vernon remains a sticking point as Detroit and New York weigh options including Red Rolfe and Mike Chartak, while Washington weighs cellar prospects and potential player exchanges.
Blizzard disruption postpones most games in the Sparta tournament at Meadville. Franklin C T D smothers Wirt's Drug five 52 42. Some matches moved. Spartan Firemen and Sparta A C join the field with GP T five. J A A Eckert Plumbers face Oil City Eckert Plumbers. Steel Age vs Titusville Vengolds. Youngevde All Stars face Sparta A.
March reports from New York cover the Metropolitan Basketball Tournament with mention of top talents like Rhode Island’s Stutz Modzleyrsiel and West Texas’ Price Brookfield among others. The piece notes controversy over entry rules, a coaching resignation, and various college and professional names in a brisk, period-voice roundup.
George Kinley tops the night with 184 at Antler League action as Powell Motors dominates. Dick Morton adds a 180 average and 540 total. Christensen posts 423 480 453 in series as Madlin and Dunlap contribute for a crowded standings scene. Pittsburgh bout looms later.
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