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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1940
Page
7
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Heavy snowfall and road improvements expand public reach to 2 500 miles of stocked trout streams in Pennsylvania State Forests. Stream restoration through artificial devices aims to restore natural conditions, increasing fish production and security for anglers. Jamestown exits Pony League. season to open May 1 with six teams. Notre Dame coaches count 35 graduates coaching across colleges. A game feeding expedition in Warren and Shenango Valley distributes browse to deer and other wildlife.
Chicago and Big Ten officials clash over athletic honesty after the University of Chicago withdraws from intercollegiate football. Directors vow no more conference schedules while weighing Chicago’s fate and possible inclusion of Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh’s Griffith serves as commissioner as talks continue behind closed doors.
Detroit March 11 Henry Fairman a Milwaukee hosiery worker held an early lead in the singles division at the American Bowling Congress championships with 682. He had the largest single game of the current congress at 264 yesterday. John Merten and Cy Berg of Milwaukee led the doubles with 1,196, followed by Mat Jonrad and Bill Hutchins of Glen Hew with 1,175. Parkway recreation of Milwaukee led the five-man event with 2,601.
March 11 crowd of 4,508 packed the 71st Regiment armory to witness a record tennis gathering. Six top professionals and Fred Perry performed for free, with the Sinnish Relitt Fund totaling 11,115 dollars after the event. Armory and officials from the 1st Infantry and Tennis Association supported the charity night.
In New York on March 30 Destiny appears to favor a race of the century between American Gregory Rice and Finnish runner Taisity Maki at Madison Square Garden. Once thought unbeatable, Rice now faces a stern challenge from Maki as both prepare for a high stakes distance showdown.
In Tampa on March 11 the Cincinnati Reds were routed by the Boston Red Sox in an exhibition game during spring training. Cincinnati conceded two early runs as Boston pulled ahead and finished the affair with a decisive win. The Reds, preparing for tomorrow’s matchup against the St Louis Cardinals in St Petersburg, showed effort but could not overcome Boston’s early surge.
Powell Mover's basketball team can clinch the city league title with a win over the Raymonds at 7:30 tomorrow night at Powell's High School. The Phalanx face Steel Age at 8:30 in the final league game, with a victory likely securing a free-ride to the championship as Steel Age advances to the final round setting up a later playoff start.
Three of Wie bness Ticketball teams in the fast and ohe from the west take the Horm tonight as the third Na tional Invitation college basket ball tournament opens in Madison Square Garden. DePaul vs Long Island University and Duquesne vs St. John's lead the first round with winners meeting Colorado and Oklahoma A. and M. in semis. Rangers top Bruins. New York drubs Americans 4-2 to reclaim first place.
The Golden Gloves tournament starts tonight at the Public Auditorium with seven first year champions entered plus four former Golden Gloves honorees and Diamond Belt winners. The event features top open division champions from last year led by Frank Lipile Robinson as he moves to the 126 pound class while aiming for the 115 pound title, with entries from Western Pennsylvania boxing stars.
Farrell's, Mer ver County champions, defend district playoff title on Thiel College floor in Greenville Tuesday night. Thiel hosts the final matchup as Farrell seeks victory after two games earlier this season.
Beaver Area cagers plan today’s workout as Erie County Class A basketball title looms. league officials meet in Erie to discuss site and division of games with Millcreek and Edinboro College trophies on offer.
Anaheim Cal May 16 The Philadelphia Athletics opened their road tour with a showing in Anaheim after a four game winning streak. Connie Mayes starred for the Alleles as they faced the Los Angeles Angels in the grapefruit gate era. Six of seven exhibitions were played with San Diego Padres the day prior. Simmons Chiapmay McGoy and Castor joined an all star game in Los Angeles.
The Washington Senators defeated the New York Giants 5-4 in an opening exhibition game yesterday. Early in the contest Nashington's lineup showed promise as both teams tested new players and strategies. Key moments included a late run by the Senators that sealed the come from behind victory. The game showcased emerging talents and set expectations for the upcoming season.
Byron Nelson of Teleds and Lower Miguin AF Oak Park led the way into the final 6 holes of the Thomasville golf meet as a field of contenders including Herman Helter Patt Runyai and Outen Harrison vied for the $3,000 event. Sammy Snead and J Thomsen also competed with solid scores in the winter championship.
The Elks keglers defeated St Johns at Bikes alleys with strong individual scores. Tick Smith rolled 199 and 1000, while Harold Crag Al Miller and Larry Baker posted over 200 across two games. Herrmatt led Erie club averages at 21.
The Erie district basketball tournament will be idle this week while the Steel Age quintet awaits the event. Ripley Wildcats games are on the schedule Wednesday and Saturday evenings at Erie. Officials Jack Kemora and Jimmy Wick share duty for the tournament.
In a District 10 Class B playoff semifinal at Strong Vincent, Albion Redskins dominated West Middlesex 23 to 15 to advance to the final round. Coach Ken Westlake steered the squad to a third straight Erie County Conference win while recovering in Hampt Hospital from an operation. Aoy Shields contributed notably as a two guard for Albion.
Ames event reports a keg team victory with top bowler Rosi Vok high average at 161 and Eric Goca-Cota totaling 418 in the rubber match. The score notes list players Jensen Gustafson Roehrig Wise Gustafson and others with individual totals and team scores, reflecting a competitive afternoon at the recreation lanes.
Benny Leonard, former lightweight champion, will referee tonight's bout at the Gardens between Ossie Harris and Carmen Notch, both of Pittsburgh.
Frisch praised the Pirates spring training group in San Bernardino saying the attitude differed from expectations. He called the squad one of the finest he has encountered and credited their cooperative conduct during workouts.
Pittsburgh March 1 Freshmen football players at the University of Pittsburgh were expected to present to officials a demand for wage and working condition concessions. They seek a reduction in working hours cancellation of debts and other favorable terms for reporting for spring practice.
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