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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1924
Page
6
In a chaotic sports digest, Walon City powerfully claims a title as an unpopular rival fails to secure a decisive edge. The column mixes boxing and basketball notes, detailing rounds, judges, and upcoming city contests with varied opinions and outcomes.
Large crowd watches Hubert of Ashtabula and Harney Cheverotti of Milwaukee battle ten rounds to a draw in the main event at Corry’s boxing card at the State Armory. Early rounds show Hubert’s aggressive pressure while Cheverotti rallies in mid bouts. others on the card end in draws or undecided decisions.
Palm Beach area report describes the Robins beaten badly by Milwaukee in an exhibition game as Milwaukee rakes 17 hits off Robins rookies. This summary notes New York Giants trimming Indianapolis, Yankee players in spring drills, and Phillies’ pitching woes versus St. Louis with an 8 to 1 score.
Newark reports the death of Jack Rosiger aged 85, manager of Mickey Walker, welterweight champion. He died after an appendicitis operation and a blood transfusion decision, with medical delays noted. The boxing match recap follows, highlighting Cheveratti and Hubert, and local reactions from Corry fans.
Keystones seek revenge in tonight’s State Armory clash with Syracuse Five. Coach Jourdet says tonight’s game ends the Keystones schedule for the week after a 27 10 22 loss in the first meeting. Dexter Brownstein and McEvoy lead Syracuse. New Yorkers loom. St Marys Cadets unknown.
Oil City merchants defeated the Fire Yankees last night. Jiggs O'Dell scored twelve baskets, a likely season high on an Oil City floor. Merchants close season next Monday night with the New York Celtics if 600 tickets sell by Friday.
Keystone Kunker players will be guests of the Kiwanis Club next week as officers arrange a four item program for Corey’s senior basketball event. Lewin will be royally feted with the festivities and honors planned for the evening.
Passaic High School will defend its championship at the 22d Regiment armory in two games next Friday night. Passaic, famed for its 44game worldrecord streak, faces Christian Brothers Academy of Syracuse the Central New York champions, while St Johns Prep of Brooklyn meets Hoboken High School, New Jersey state champions.
Lary Lodestro, a popular Corry pitcher, is headed to join the Rocky Mount club in the Virginia League as pitcher. He has a long minor league and semi pro history, including Newark, Syracuse, Camp Dix, and Petersburg, with stints in the Michigan-Ontario and Atlantic leagues. The move follows a strong 1922 season and aims to bolster the club as it meets the Turnbuckle squad.
Members of the Corry Red and Gun Club are asked to attend the regular monthly session at the Municipal Building Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. Secretary Alvesson announced considerable business and urged a large attendance. New York Babe Terman featherweight knocked out John Nyise Bronx in the eleventh round of their scheduled 12 round bout at the Leonx A.
The Tannery volleyball team dominated the Industrial Valley Vail League, losing none and clinching the crown as schedule games were halted. Hastings Jones, Recreation Director, promises forthcoming details on the official championship award while local high school girls basketball also earned a county title despite one early defeat to West Mill Creek.
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