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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1953

Page

7

Willi Pop to box in Fort Worth as comeback continues

Former featherweight champ Willi Pop returns in Fort Worth against Jackie Blair in a telecast bout while a heavyweight rematch between Rocky Marciano and Jersey Joe Walcott looms in Chicago with a $400000 gate forecast and potential crown return.

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Pennsylvania House Debates New Horse Racing Bill

A fourth horse racing bill advanced in Harrisburg to authorize three new one mile tracks with parimutuel betting for Pennsylvania public school employees retirement funding. Reps Vaughn and Verona introduced the measure amid committee reviews and historical attempts dating to 1935.

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Chisox Down Indians In Major League Exhibition

The Chicago White Sox edged the Cleveland Indians 2 to 1 in a lone major league game. Billy Pierce outpitched Early Wynn while Bobby Avila hit his second homer for Cleveland. Exhibition play saw the New York Giants beat the Boston Red Sox 7 to 3, Pittsburgh top the Browns 3 to 2, and Milwaukee defeat Troy 8 to 2.

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Turner Stops Lombardo In Seventh Round TKO

Aggressive Turner blasted John Lombardo of Mt. Carmel Pa to a seventh round TKO in New York. Lombardo withered under Turner’s relentless barrage as referee Barney Felix halted the bout after a one sided sequence in the seventh.

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Marciano And Walcott Set For Friday Night Title Rematch

Rocky Marciano and Jersey Joe Walcott completed heavy training ahead of their Chicago Stadium rematch. Walcott, 39, doubts he can maintain peak speed 18 rounds, while Marciano holds a firm betting edge due to age gap and power. Both fighters finish camp with final sessions and plan tapering for Friday night.

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Privacy Sought By Swim Coach In Keys Murder Case

Russell Tongay and his wife sought privacy in the Florida Keys as a probation officer held an order to remove their 7-year-old son Bubba. Tongay faces first degree murder charges in Kathy Tongay’s death, with a $5,000 bond set, while a court order aims to protect Bubba. An autopsy cited a blow to the stomach. police say Kathy died after a dive incident at a 33 foot tower.

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Baseball Standings and Schedule Report

National League no times scheduled. American League Chicago 2 Cleveland 1. MLB standings show Brooklyn leading with 7 wins and at behind. Games today include Brooklyn at Chicago and Pittsburgh at Cincinnati.

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White Sox Beat Cleveland 2-1 Behind Perea Gem

Yesterday Stars pitcher Bill Perea earned his fifth win against one loss by scattering seven hits in a 2-1 Chicago win over Cleveland. Jim Rivera led with three singles and a stolen base while scoring one of Chicago's runs in the victory. Other line shows Harold Johnson defeating Toxie Hull in Miami and Philadelphia scoring ten.

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Television Schedule for WBEN Channel 4 Tonight and Wednesday

Channel list shows program lineup with Sagebrush Trail 35 News 6:45 Sports 7 Cavaleriese BF Amerie 9:90 Circle Theatre 10 Two For the Merry 11:00 FBI Furitives 12:00 Ratchet Squad and more. Wednesday features Today News Your Figure Garry Moore Learn and Live Arthur Godfrey Guiding Light Matinee Playhouse Johnny Show Big Pay Off Bride and Groom Welcome Travelers Kate Smith Fun to Learn Boxing News Spotlight Superman Outdoor Camera Theatre Boxing Industry On Parade and Theatre Playhour on the late slots.

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Linus Creek Sportsmen Open House Fish Try Announced

Linus Creek Sportsmen's Club plans an open house and fish try at West Spring Creek Town Hall tomorrow at 8 30. Local speakers include Gaby Be lied and area wardens. Prizes such as a 20 gauge shotgun and fishing gear will be drawn after the program. Volunteers from the club will prepare a fry to close the event.

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High Track Meet Tilt Between Beavers and Rockets

A boys track dual meet is set for tomorrow afternoon at Cartel Field at 4 o’clock between Beavers and Titusville Rockets. Coach Vie Crags may have key sprinters in action as both teams vie for early season dominance.

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Rams Trade Williams to Eagles for First Pick

Rams trade Williams to the Philadelphia Eagles for a first draft choice as part of a late season deal. The move involves Williams moving from Los Angeles to Philadelphia in exchange for future selections.

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Pirates Rally To Win Exhibition Game 3-2

Pirates mount late rally to defeat the St Louis team 3-2 in an exhibition contest. Jim Waller figures prominently in the victory as onlookers note strong performances from pitchers and hitters.

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Baseball Brief Hits and Homers Reported

A fragment notes the Browns' total and Ralph Kiner homered for the Pirates in the fourth inning. The OCR text is incomplete but indicates a scoring summary and a home run by Kiner.

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