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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1941
Page
7
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A fragmented OCR snippet mentions a court day and an applicant with a desire for right actions. It references numbers and locations but lacks clear names or events to confirm specifics.
A fragmented OCR note indicates a building project faced cancellation or suspension soon after a specific date. The readable terms reference delays, possible creditor or permit issues, and a decision halting progress. No clear entities or locations are identifiable in the legible text.
The column surveys brown trout stocking shifts away from brook trout and rainbows, noting fuller creeks and early season tensions. It also covers high school basketball pregame rituals, the Warren Dragons prayer, Erie League marks by the Oils, and Loveland Field funding debates on fencing and lighting costs for district use.
The article previews strong teams in the 1940 baseball season, noting the Cleveland Indians as the best balanced club in the American League with star pitchers and power hitters. It cites manager changes and a focus on overcoming last season's pennant memory as Bobby Feller aims for a 30 win season.
In Nassau Bahamas on March 17 Bobby Jones and Tommy Armour defeated Sarazen and Hagen in a 36 hole benefit match for the Red Cross. The veteran duo won 4 and 3 and proved their lasting skill despite years away from peak competition.
Blecka of Kenyon College captured the National Junior AAU Championship in the 150-yard butterfly with a 1 42.0 clocking beating teammate Samook. Helen Petry of Lake Erie College won the women's 100-yard freestyle in 15. Second place went to Joan Bogle of Indianapolis with Betty Sibley of Penn Hall close behind. Marilyn Blogich of Lancaster, Pa finished third in the breaststroke. The report notes high praise for the Waren High coach and the value of promoting youth through sport.
Erie, March 17, despite obstacles and absence of major league aid, is set to field a 1941 Mid Atlantic League team owned and operated locally. Franchises fees have been posted and local interests pledged guarantees to ensure Erie's entry, with leaders including Dr Jim Delaney Mayor Charles Barber Dr Elmer Hess Robert Thompson Dan Murphy A E Keim William Eckerd L G Wheeler and Harold Mulvinill backing the operation.
Jamer Gudedddson and Jed the Junior marksmen of the Corry Rod and Gun Club posted high scores with 193 out of 200 at prone. Capwell and Welden also posted notable marks as Gilbertson leads the junior rifle tourney.
St Josephs high school boys basketball team with a 23 win 5 loss record earned an invitation to the state Catholic high school tournament in Williamsport next week. Hilltoppers hope to rebound after a surprise omission earlier, with coach Gotinors guiding a squad that finished as runners up last year and champions two years ago.
Two world marks were set at the first Knights of Columbus Indoor meet in Cleveland. AL Blazil of the Eastern Weight class threw the shot 56 feet 4 1 2 inches, beating his previous best. Allan Tolmich, former Wayne University hurdler, clocked 54 seconds for 440 yard lows, breaking a 40 year old record.
A 27-bowler contingent entered the Times Bowling Chase but none carded a 600 series. Phil Semple posted 599 in Class A, while Richard Morton led Class B with 526. Alvery Dorman averaged 101 with 0 data in Class B41.
Linesville overwhelmed Edinburg 83 to 18 at Meadville High to clinch the District 10 Class A crown. Crawford led the attack with rapid points in the final periods while Linesville built a steady early lead and held on for the lopsided victory.
Mar 1 Manocen Tauach leverages years as Warren high football coach and athletics director to join District Ten of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. Leidig succeeds Perry Sones and Tom Cathcart was named to replace resignations after a district-wide vote by 50 of 83 schools.
In New York on March 17 194? sports roundups stir excitement over Belloe and Mauriello bout chatter. Notes from Washington events include Tony Cate and Buddy Buer amid boxing and college sports chatter with Abe Simon and Cuban amateur tennis links.
The Elks won two games highlighted by Eric Keglers and strong performance from teammates. A steady team effort produced an average of 208 with several players contributing, while Keglers and others delivered key hits and drives to secure the day’s twin victories.
Four Clearfield wrestlers claimed titles at the State College event. Gil John defeated Jol Mecul Vuogh in the 185 pound class while other champions included Padrasky, Gill, and Spence.
The Hadley team was eliminated by Clarion State College 27 to 32 in the Clarion high school basketball tournament semi final. Parreil beat Sheffield by four points in the other semi final. Farrell defeated Clarion M1 to claim the class title. Mr. Jewett trimmed Mg Ren to win the class title.
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