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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1940
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR notes show a sports item referencing a player named Colegrove and a match or event on a Saturday. The scant text hints at a score or distance but lacks full details. No clear opponent, location, or outcome is legible.
An unclear report mentions a life at 7:30 PM near Hartstown, with references to a vessel and a farm, plus names like James Cemamuy and Leary. The fragment discusses safety, stock, and possible charges or actions, but specifics are unreadable.
Followers of Cleveland anticipate the Indians contending for the pennant in 1940 behind promising shortstop Lolich Boudreau, strong pitching from Bob Feller and Mel Harder, and a lineup featuring Trosky Keliner Chapman Weatherly and Camp. Concerns center on limited power and catching with Pytlak unsigned, while Allen aims for a comeback and Peters challenges for infield duties as the club seeks top-flight defense and improved offense.
Exchamp Dempsey attacks Mike Jacobs monopoly claims in a March Madison Square Garden press clash. He targets promoter Jacobs and Payshek while praising Joe Louis and challenging Paychek’s caliber, with Jacobs defending his business ties and Burman as the primary challenger.
United Press reports Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi arrived in New York with coach and son to prepare Maki for his Madison Square Garden debut on March 30 for the Finnish Relief Fund. A recent Michigan race featured Maki in a 9:09 two mile effort at the Michigan Field House in Ann Arbor.
In Greensboro North Carolina a surprise blizzard halted the second round of the qualifying 36 holes in the 72 hole five thousand dollar Greensboro Open. Tournament manager Fred Corcoran said no major event had ever been delayed by snow and expected play to begin today as the weather cleared.
French violinist Paul Choitenna plans a solo swimming attempt at Pale Beach, Finland, amid rough seas and infested waters. Expected duration about 34 hours, with local organizers and a New York observer present.
Philadelphia Phillies seek revenge for last week’s loss to the Cleveland Indians as Kirby Higbe was slated to pitch. Walter Beck and Syl Johnson hurled shutouts for an 8-0 win over the Syracuse Chiefs at Flamingo Park. Bragan went 2 for 2 and the Phillies pounded 12 hits.
Philadelphia era wire reports from Harrisburg say four Pennsylvania scholastic basketball hopefuls prepare for two Wednesday night games to decide eastern and western champions for the March 30 final. Teams Stivers-Liverne Lebanon and Barrell East Conemaugh Borough seek first state title with determined drills and sharp play. In Nassau Bahamas Johnny White’s yacht Shucks of Western Long Island Sound wins its second trophy in as many days.
United Press report from Sebring Florida notes pitcher Lee Grissom regaining form at the New York Yankees foundation clinic. After a bleak 1940 season with Cincinnati, Grissom shows promise with a scoreless stint against St Louis as he recovers from injuries and melancholy. The piece contrasts his improvement with the White Sox and Cubs spring actions in California.
Harold Cragg posted a 635 in the ABC Tourney singles event while Gay Aero Supply kept out Will bring Lae Jugal bowler a roium from the Tue pride fund. Cragg’s 1752 all events total hints at potential minor awards as the Detroit meet showcased strong team and doubles efforts led by Keely and Jack Irone.
Cryptic OCR list of golf names, clubs, and scores scattered across cities. Contains player pairings such as Zajac Fyn and Schaffer Novaik and teams like Chicago Milwaukee and Saint Louis. multiple years and locations appear as fragmented data without a clear single event.
Unclear text reports a playoff game where Detroit defeats New York Americans 3-1 and Boston Bruins win 2-1 to take the series lead. It mentions Stud Brunette scoring for Detroit early in the first period and Earl Robertson as the goalie, with Boston's rally aided by Wisernn and Quiiwulive in a later period.
Aron of Chicago ranked country’s No 1 welterweight, favored to beat Cagni in an 11 round bout. The bout features notable rivals including Gal Cagal and Prine Zivie in a crowded card, with betting eyes on a decisive showdown.
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