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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1934
Page
2
A fragmented sports roundup discusses baseball planning, bowling sweeps, and other notes. It mentions April timing, league operations, and a mix of athletic topics with references to figures like Jesse Owens and various clubs, amid staggered commentary on events and players.
Senior High won 19 to 12 after a stubborn 32-minute contest at the Junior High school. Beavers fought back from a 12-12 halftime deadlock, pulling away late as Junior High could not convert in the final minutes. Beavers and Senior High both drew strong student support in a hard-fought, low-scoring clash.
The New York Giants plan to reinstate the late John McGraw era infield, putting Bill Terry at first Hughie Critz at second Travis Jackson at short and Frank Vergez at third, with Jackson key but Ryan favored to bench. Terry says Ryan should wait his turn as Jackson’s legs must hold up.
Ambridge High School defeated Duquesne 27 to 18 in a semifinal to reach the District No. 7 final against New Kensington High. New Kensington advanced Tuesday by beating Scott High. Marquis led Ambridge with eight points, while Duquesne’s top scorer posted high on the losing side.
United States boxing star Tommy Loughran says he will continue fighting for at least five years. He vows to win the world heavyweight title and explains his strong drive, discipline, and public appeal keep him from quitting despite rivals and rumors.
New York March 15 Madison Square Garden faced a decisive push to finalize a title bout between Primo Carnera and Maxie Baer by September. Promoters Kilpatrick Johnston Hoffman and manager Soresi clashed over control of promotion and contracts, with Dempsey involvement hinted. A September date was urged as Baer and Carnera planned a South American sail on April 22.
Oil City coach Kuhn announced he would take a squad of right men to the Catholic tourney, facing Loyola University in Chicago next Wednesday. The Hilltoppers expected invitation, though official word from the lay authorities was not yet forthcoming.
In New York Ridgewood Grove, Hans Kampfer and other opponents from Germany, Turkey, and the US tangled in a series of bouts with varied outcomes. Newark hosts Szudo and others as cage workers seek leave while transport arrangements for a Chicago trip unfold amid Irish games discussions.
The Nations Indoor Tennis championship progressed with Mangin of Newark defending his title by a 6-2 6-4 5-4 win over Merlin of France as the last French player fell. Wood and Shields advanced, Mok rescued, and a doubles match saw Kurarok and Pittman eliminate Borotra and Boussus 6-8 7-5 18-11.
In a regional exhibition, AE Los angeles with Don George and other players faced off against Fat Riley’s squad. New York and Seattle contingents clashed while Pau Tones from Houston and Dred Meyers of New York contributed. The result was a draw with Abr Kaplan and George Wood rine from Oakland and Los Angeles tied.
Fight results report from Oakland California showing Barney Ross defending lightweight and junior welterweight titles against Morro in the first round. Boxers list one referee and score details with notes on rounds and turning points. Includes other boxing results and misread lines about related bouts and city events.
Fragmentary OCR item notes publication of a West Arthur Gol national journal and real estate entries entered by mail and cart, with a $2.50 fee and advertising. The garbled text references orders, training, and wartime support chatter without clear context or dates.
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