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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1926
Page
2
The Corry Journal reports on upcoming championships and contests amid a busy slate. Mentions Keys stones basketball strength, terming them Northwestern Pennsylvania’s finest, plus notes on players, team signings, and upcoming matches in Warren and East Chicago with local and regional implications.
A meeting of the Izaak Walton League of America Hague Chapter is set for Monday evening at the Municipal building. A large turnout of members is desired to attend and participate in the program.
Corry keys meet Erie County Electrics in a hard fought semi pro clash at the state Armory dust night. The Keys dominated with swift passing and sharp shots led by Curley Williams and Dexter while Pitts, Jones, and White supported a 39 to 12 halftime edge and eventual decisive victory, extending their series lead.
East surged to a victory over Ridgway with DuBois leading the score and standout performances from Sontag, Yash, and Ponting. The clash featured tight defense and late runs, with East pulling ahead in the final minutes as Hatd and Stowhay contributed in the pivot. The result narrowed gaps in the standings and framed a tense finish to the period.
A fragment from a local basketball event describes Hasty Jones and Cory as standout scorers in a Keystone center championship. The report notes Jones setting a record and receiving a $280 gold trophy while others like Gerald Skinner and Net Denim also shine.
Johnny Risso delivered a decisive performance in New York at Tex Rikardt’s Garden, knocking out Paul Berlenbach in the later rounds. Risso shifted momentum with a strong second round and sustained pressure through the fourth, while Berlenbach appeared hampered by fatigue and a weakened stance.
United Press reports Toledo race day results with leaders securing top spots. Details are garbled but indicate a headline on first-place standings and continuing competition among riders or teams. Strong entities include United Press and Toledo.
Cadets secure a win over the Eagles with key contributions from Jacksait 20, Ed Kinny 20, V Kiminy 10, Machytes 10, SHombhe 12. Pole Hel failed to tally as the period game ended in a close score.
Reported plans indicate pitcher Art Johnson is set to join Fairmont, with manager Joe Phillips confirming the move amid ongoing talks with Northwest Pennsylvania area clubs. Johnson, linked to Warren, is described as a strong hurler and former standout, with details about his status and potential timing for an open date in April discussed with league officials.
March 20 report from Warren indicates Reid Pierce may coach Youngsville High School after board actions extended to G Row Mosre. The narrative details Pierces background, World War service, and ties to Lebanon Valley College, with implications for a revived football program at Youngsville.
Tad Faterbrook of Niles Ohio pulled a surprise decision over Plaga Hybert of Aulsabatay in a ten round boxing match at Erie taay fab. A number of Corry boxing fans witnessed the bout with Hyhert appearing battered yet showing defense and ability as the crowd cheered.
Helen Wills earns a spot in the finals amid a busy day of classified notices and sport updates, with emphasis on her advancing performance alongside numerous small ads and columns in the edition.
An overlong OCR styled piece details a strong women’s tennis tour with players like Hirano Enefindable Zunarie and key organizers Myrick and Mary Wgwily. It outlines team formation, scheduling, and promotional plans for international matches across Europe, with mentions of sponsors, venues, and anticipated lineups.
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