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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1941
Page
7
Fractured OCR shows rent listings and sale notices including rooms for rent with bath at Center Street, a four room unit, and a reference to hardware store items. Also mentions dairy and groceries with names like G Bennink and A McQueen, and a sale date possibly May 7.
A jumble of words hints at stock market activity with prices edging to new highs, trading volume unclear. Investors watch for direction as mixed signals and unclear names prevent precise company or index identification.
The era's turf headlines celebrate Whirlaway winning the Kentucky Derby with a clear lead at Churchill Downs. Erie sailors and local clubs shift to semi pro baseball, Meadville plans, and a new independent sports association in Corry aims to unite baseball, football, and more under scholastic ties.
A Corry Athletic Club will be organized at tomorrow’s meeting with officers elected and a campaign underway to raise between 2000 and 2500 dollars. Night lighting for the city sports complex will enable all sports to operate, with football and baseball receipts funding other activities and community events.
E K Bryson’s Cis! Marion narrowly holds off Darts Disco in the $10,000 added Pimlico Oaks, Level Best finishing third after a mile and one sixteenth in 1 45 8/5. Also noted: Dr. Whinny and others in New York stakes and college and baseball updates from several cities.
Baseball coverage notes Whirlaway setting a Derby record amid a day of major league results. Tigers topple the Yankees, Buckos win, and Grove claims his first victory as St Louis and Boston stars perform. A battered slate includes Red Sox rookie Tom Moss, Giants and Cubs struggles, and Pirates edge Dodgers as standings shift.
In ar feature from Plushing New York on May 6, the Goodall Round Robin tournament runs May 22 to 25. The golf world expects a clear favorite to win the National Open Championship in Texas soon after, with top pros Byron Nelson Ralph Guldani and Ben Hogan in the field. The article notes Hillman Wood as a hot contender after a strong Winter campaign and positions the Round Robin as the sole major test for the elite golfers at this stage.
Baseball results show yesterday games with Pittsburgh, Brooklyn, Chicago, New York, and Philadelphia prevailing in various matchups. The piece then shifts to the 1941 Open golf championship discussion, highlighting the Round Robin format, anticipated entrants, and the impact of prior idle periods on top players. It notes Craig Wood as a leading candidate and mentions Demaret as a northern debutant with improving form.
Fragmented diary style notes discuss scorekeeping terms and baseball fielding positions. It mentions players, outs, walks, strikeouts, and fielder's choices with unclear examples and guidance for recording events.
Paul May 3 report on the American Bowling Congress five man division concluding tonight after March 14 opening. Doubles and singles finish the day, with hundreds of teams and thousands of entrants across the event venues as final scores and placements are tallied.
Dick Williams, veteran Har-Brack flat school coach, was chosen president of the Western Pennsylvania Coaches Association. Karl Jakey Bonen cl of Wilkinsburg named first vice president, Jimmy Byte and Eric designated second vice presidents, Ary Mecomi of Aspinwall named secretary with Jack Tinson of McKeesport as another officer.
Charleston Senators opened with a run but Charleston’s Sailors rallied in the ninth. Patterson doubled in Ba Montlaele for the decisive score as Erle Gabe drove in the final run to seal a 4-? victory.
Roundup recalls May events in York with talk of games, scores, and players. Mentions Billy City, Buddy Kanx, and Joe Lewis in a busy page noting college and club action, coaching notes, and upcoming matchups.
A jumble of names and brief results from a sports page item highlights standout performances and team plays. Notes mention players such as Pletcher, Simons, Bell, and others, with references to wins and high scoring acts, including a 12 to 27 fan reaction and a Whitesox defeat context.
Assorted press report on Whirlaway and Derby contenders detailing Derby history, trainer plans, and potential challengers, with emphasis on Whirlaway’s past feats, upcoming Pimlico test, and major figures like Ben Jones and notable owners.
Corry Hodsie Gun Club announces a gathering Tuesday at the East Washington club rooms. Members are urged to attend for planning and community safety efforts with emphasis on participation and cooperation.
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