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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1941
Page
7
A damaged notice from Corry lists a deceased person and payment demands. The brief item mentions Bracken, an attorney, and court actions related to estates and claims.
Wilcox Grocers won two games from Kaspers to create a firmer lock atop the City Bow ie League standings. Cony Wats h upset Aero No. two to stay within striking distance, while Steel Age swept Thomas Motors. Raymonds defeated Aero No. 2 in two games as Cohbis split with Pauls. Russell led scorers with 192 points.
Corry fans hear experts call the Cleveland Indians the best balanced junior circuit club with a strong infield and pitching led by Bob Peller. Nearby interest centers on week end trips to see games, while forecasts note rival teams must break a long winning streak as Redskin season builds. Nearby bowling results show weak performances, Sharpsville Blue Devils prepare for state title defense, and local sports dreams hint at revived amateur boxing if Loveland Field is enclosed. Westminster and Duquesne standout in Metropolitan Inter Collegiate basketball, with Duquesne facing Ohio State and CBS broadcasts planned for Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
The Erie Concrete and Steel Co. presented fence cost data to the school board as they consider options for fencing around the athletic field at the Junior High School. Estimates suggest a basic fence for around 2500 dollars and cheaper metal options similar to Wattsburg fair type. The board aims to decide within two weeks to fit the light committee budget and fund raising for lights and a stronger ball club this year.
Christensen movers forced a tie with Steen keglers after edging Powells in last night’s Antler League play. Jed Baker led with a 188 average as Kinney Spielman prepares to face Hammond Elevators. Heavy scoring across Powell Majors and Christensen Motors teams is noted, with individual totals and high scores listed amid a busy sports roundup.
An ailing Pastor of New York battled through six knockdowns in the opening round then rallied to defeat Turkey Thompson in Los Angeles. The bout drew strong crowds as the Pastor, a rising heavyweight prospect, refused to quit and secured victory after a dramatic knockdown sequence.
New York reports shipwreck tale of Kelly selling stock to Smja Henie wife of Dan Tapping. Sid Pedersen tips a big Giants deal coming soon as Major Bob Neyland hints at recall within three months. Mike Jacobs returns for St Patrick's Day amid Florida scenes with Barrow and Lobert. Tom Lacey Harvard wrestling professor, Dick Harlow plant collector noted. Tennessee to sand the home gridiron. Jake Wade hails SDL Hudson. One minute interview features Mrs Denny Myers. Grapefruit League lists 12 ex-ALers on Dodgers. Earl Combs trims weight in camp. Kenbington critique of Don Novikoff. Witt Guise charity tribute after every hit. Ente Lombardi misprint sparks furor in Cincinnati.
Lois Huth posts a record 277 score in a PFAGLIC ladies match at the local range. Event described as a tidy win for Huth with strong accuracy and precision.
The Times bowling tourney concluded Sunday night with three new records. A record number of entrants set by Dr. P R and a 679 by a rival bowler led the classic. Joe Leeor shiek set a Class C mark with a total of 1de, while Patty McLaughlin captured the Claw A title in a G&L series. Sparky Schrain bl Conneaut won the Class A women’s title with 572, and Leon Dobson of Erle posted Class B top score with 507 sticks.
The County B team led by Chas Bah defeated the Class A All Stars at Union City 36 to 30. Williams and Lundy played for the A side as the B squad pulled ahead in the second period and maintained their margin amid poor weather and low attendance.
The Associated Press reports from St Petersburg that major and minor league baseball executives were to meet, with William G. Breinham predicting a harmonious session while Ford Frick of the National League warns against friction. The piece notes high passenger travel through New York's Grand Central in 1940.
John Kenney district game commissioner presents wildlife films to the public free of charge at Club rooms. The program begins tonight and aims to interest all city sportsmen with a nature themed cinema feature.
March 18 boxing notes show welterweight Fritzie Hebert disptors Servio Trinello of Italy in a non title bout at home. The crowd cheered as Trinello wore a red face and ringing ears after a ninth round boil over, with Pritzie weighing around 149 pounds and Armstrong’s prior title win fresh in memory.
Beavers in Chautauqua are reportedly plentiful this season, with several trappers notifying Warden John Zenta of their success. The beaver season ends Saturday, and New York State has about three weeks to review the season before potential closures or swan trapping.
Kane Mayo, Kane High School center, scored 17 points as Holgates trounced the Thalians American Association basketball team yesterday. Rosario Caruso led Corry with 11 points, while Baresi was the high scorer for Corry with 11 points.
Four first round games are scheduled across Philadelphia Scranton Farrell and Pittsburgh with district finals and upsets highlighted. Gettysburg and Harrisburg eyes meet in district final, while unbeaten Sharpsville seeks a sectional crown in a tense playoff push.
The winter golf campaign shows three changes in professional roles. Jimmy Domaret transfers from Houston to New York. Henry Pied takes a new post in Mey setting. Ben Hokun moves to Hershey to assume the former French position as of April.
A historical note explains that hockey shares roots with Ireland where it resembled hurling and with Scotland where it resembled shinty, highlighting its traditional cross country evolution and name variations.
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