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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1940
Page
7
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Corry cage fans vented frustration after the county league results favored Brie schools over Beavers, with the Wesleyville venue set for the championship game. President Gus Anderson drew criticism for blocking advance ticket sales in Corry and Millcreek, risking a sparse Corry delegation.
Mary Hatyszyn leads with a high score during a Rod and Gun Club practice shoot on Sunday. Eight of fifteen games are recorded, with several shooters posting over 200 and distant marks such as a 64 game by M Hatyszyn, amid a season focus by the team and lanes filled with participants.
Millcreek clinched the county league title scene by steering the venue decision toward Wesleyville for the decisive game with Corry. Corry Beavers, led by Coach Byler, prepared for the championship while debating Edinboro floor neutrality and seating capacity, with a crowd of about 800 expected at Wesleyville High auditorium.
The University of Pennsylvania cagers finished last in the Eastern Intercollegiate League with only two wins in twelve games. Dartmouth won the league title for the third straight year as new scoring records were set by several players, marking a disappointing finish for coach Jourdet's squad.
Seabiscuit quits the track to spend the rest of his life away from racing. The champion will be shipped to Ridgewood ranch near Ukiah, California, to stand at stud and preserve his famed lineage. Owner C. B. Howard says retiring now honors his status as the greatest money winner in horse history.
Duquesne University, riding a 15 game win streak, defeated Sy Jon's of Brooklyn 11 10 to reach the semifinals of the National Invitation tournament. Oklahoma A and M, riding 25 straight, will meet the Dukes after their semifinal. DePaul upset Long Island University 45 38 to advance to face Colorado in the other semi final.
Powell's quintet are heavy favorites to win the second round flag as they meet Raymonds at 7:30 tonight in the Junior High gym. Phalanx Ave has a mathematical shot at upsetting Powell if the Beasters falter, in the evening's second game at 8:30. The Uti contest will be held later in the week.
About 600 fans witnessed Brookville prevail 22 to 14 over Hast Brady to earn a district final spot against Warren High Tuesday. Brookville led 7 to 3 after the opening period and never looked back.
DETROIT March 12 A double seam from Cincinnati and Anthony Rudeki of Chicago led the all events in the American Bowling Congress. Harold Burkhardt and Eddie LitWeman of Cincinnati rolled the Met team total 0 1236 as Rudeki posted a 557 to top the all-events standings. Marion Miley of Lexington held medalist honors in the Belleair women's invitation golf as play continued. Bob Montgomery defeated Al Nettron in Philadelphia in a 10 round welterweight decision before 9:00 p.m. at the Arena.
University of Pittsburgh athletic authorities said no concessions would be made to freshman football players who delivered an ultimatum last week. They demanded improved working conditions, books and fees, cancellation of debts, and compensation for injuries before reporting for spring practice opening Thursday.
Akron Firestones beat Detroit Eagles 47 to 35 to win the eastern division championship of the National Basketball League at Akron. They advance to face Oshkosh, western division winners, for the league title.
Port Myers and Winter Haven report a chaotic selection of spring training notes. Garments and players shift positions as teams prepare for exhibition games. Names Mentioned include Garms, Hand, Whi, and Hubell amid scattered references to Piloiiygh Plodles and Cleve Mid Vodthans.
Thomasville reports Lloyd Mangrum victorious at the Mangrum Open with a 13 under par aggregate 203, beating National Open Champion Byron Nelson by two strokes. Nelson earned $450, Dutch Harris of Arkansas tied for third with 219, prize money $150. Others included Paul Rigiyan and Crazy Wand tied for fourth at 214.
San Francisco report says Sir Madigan, who led the Galloping Gaels at St Mary's, remains unemployed as the athletics board announces the control expired March 31, 1941 and would not be renewed. The piece notes a blunt Knute Rockne comparison and vague hints of administrative action affecting the football program.
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