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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1932
Page
2
In a tight intercity mushball mound duel, Fleming edged Bedient 2-1. The Meadville era notes highlight historic pitching feats and a discussion of summer leagues, with references to local figures and classic baseball lore.
Beavers and Corry High faced off in a 2 to 1 baseball duel at Falconer with Beavers taking the decision after a seventh inning rally. Bedient dominated on the mound for Corry, while Flemings tied in a tense contest featuring multiple hits, base runners, and spectacular plays by both squads. Umpire Larson called the game after a close finish as fans witnessed a high school exhibition of skill and effort.
A damaged OCR passage claims the Principality of Mokwee is the immediate county with an enormous area of square miles, naming the Vatican as the exception among small countries. The text is unclear on exact figures or corroborating entities.
George Kirksey reports crowds gather at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby. The 58th running draws about 15,000 with bets hovering on Tick On Stepenfetchit and Burgooning, while longer odds shift as post time nears.
United Press reports BoJorski defeated Terry of St Louis in a lightweight bout at Pittsburgh. The match ended with BoJorski weighing 1914 pounds or similar misreported detail, while Spiegel led early before a late rally by BoJorski. The card included other preliminaries with Er ic and Oldack in action.
Yesterday's scores list American and National League results with teams such as St Louis, Boston, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Chicago, Washington, New York, Detroit, Rochester, and Newark. Today’s schedule shows matchups including St Louis vs Boston, Cleveland vs Philadelphia, Chicago vs Washington, Detroit vs New York, New York vs St Louis, Brooklyn vs Chicago, Philadelphia vs Pittsburgh, and Boston vs Cincinnati.
Report describes early rounds of a marble championship with Charles Williams winning top honors. Other top finishers include Frei Trintbi sky and Lavis Reppel, with several competitors named from local schools. Event details note representation for team glory and schedule notes at Gilot High and surrounding events.
Invitations extended to Warren City Brantelin Erie Union City Youngsville and other towns to join the Northwestern Mushball League sponsored by Y M G A. Corry city teams and local clubs to choose managers and field teams with meetings set to discuss league plans and schedules.
Seven new national amateur boxing champions were crowned at Madison Square Garden, with two titles on Olympic track. Featy, the Stockton high schooler, won the heavyweight crown, while Eddie Flynn from New Orleans retained the 147-pound title. Louis Saliea of New York captured the 112-pound class. The event featured 145 contests over three days, drawing strong showings from Olympic hopefuls.
Osco Kinney was elected president of the YMCA Baseball League at a Monitonal meeting held last evening. Cat Hixson acted as secretary-treasurer. A general meeting is set for Monday evening to finalize by laws and the schedule. Teams invited include Flisson Delivery Service, Mu Ppsilon, Raymond MEg, Co. AL Smoker, Holasy, and Nameless Nine. Nameless Nine declined entry. Mervin Dre Boisser elected official scorekeeper for the league.
Manager Pappas at the Recreation Alleys announces the 1931-32 bowling season finale with singles competition scheduled for Thursday evening at the local alleys. A large entry list is expected as live championship prep proceeds and qualifying averages determine doubles partners for the following week.
New York May 7. William G. Mokechnie and the Boston Braves drop two more games after a 14 to 1 loss to the Reds. Chicago Cubs seize top spot by beating Brooklyn 8 to 1. Phillies edge Pirates 4 to 2 as Mel Ott and Lefty O’Doul star. Yankees shut out Detroit 10 to 0. White Sox break skid with 6 to 3 over Senators. Browns beat Red Sox 6 to 0 in a tight AL day.
Base Ball players packed the box score with mixed lines. Lou Gehrig doubled twice and scored after four at bats. Al Simmons doubled twice in four at bats driving in runs. Hack Wilson went hitless in four at bats and a double play occurred with the bases loaded. Billy Terry singled twice in three at bats driving in a run.
The obituary recalls Dr Kibler a venerable surgeon and long time local physician with a notable career at Corky Hospital and Erie Railroad connections. It notes his participation in community affairs and long life of public service, highlighting his age and respected status.
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