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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1927

Page

2

Sharkey Maloney Heavyweight Bout Sets Stage for Series

Promoter Tex Riesind stacks a sequence of elite heavyweight bouts to crown a challenger's path after Jack Sharkey faces Maloney in a decisive bout. Sharkey holds two victories over Maloney, with 17 wins in 35 fights, while Maloney shows a near-even record with 4 losses by knockout in 13, and only two decisions. The event links to broader stakes in boxing while noting other horses, Belmont stakes, and a busy racing and league schedule in the era.

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Demspey Maloney Sharkey Elimination Bout Set

The heavyweight title eliminations between Jack Dempsey and Jack Sharkey headline the Thursday card in New York with the Maloney Sharkey winner to face Gene Tunney for the title. Tex Rickard stages a dinner tribute as boxing resumes its big business profile with prominent mayors and editors in attendance.

New York Tex Rickard Jia Maloney Jack Sharkey Jick Dempses Gene Tunney Pacaliny Cecadis Shas Richard Rend Ganising Nall Alaska Joe Gane Philadelphia Frank A Hague Jersey City New Yorks World Roy W. Towared Tw Scripps Howard Newsape Pinnes Rickard Jommodoree Bylroom Fries Johnson Rehu

Wet Grounds Force High School Game Cancellations

Unseasonable rain and waterlogged East Washington street grounds threaten to cancel the Corry vs Union High game and delay two junior varsity contests. Coaches note wet fields, muddy baselines, and standing water as the schedule shifts to potential postponements for Friday and Saturday.

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Unclear Radio Exchange Report From Local Station

fragmentary OCR text describes a cooperating station and various names and terms, lacking clear events or outcomes. readable bits mention WLI glais, Mifuneye Shurkey, Xen uk, MTV, Will Lefle Biryt, and a first listener segment with uncertain details. No coherent reportable incident or date established.

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Seek Postponement in Tri County League Opening

Local manager asks for a one week delay to the Tri County League opener at Warren Wednesday due to unfavorable weather. Manager Abley notes rain and poor practice conditions affecting the A nine and other clubs. uniforms, field upgrades, and schedule plans hinge on better weather and a Warren meeting set for tomorrow.

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National and American League Standings and Games

Baseball standings and results from the National and American Leagues with team records and upcoming games. Includes Philadelphia, New York, Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh, and Washington facing various opponents across today and yesterday’s schedules.

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Watching Baseball's "Big Four" Perform

Ty Cabb hit a home run and single, Babe Ruth collected a single in three attempts. Momishy and Speaker were also in the lineup as the crowd watched the famed four in action.

Ty Cabb Babe Ruth Gut

Youngsville Athletes Compete At Bucknell State Meet

Six Youngsville competitors enter Bucknell College for the State Finals aiming for track event finals and field marks. Larum Linborg Pierson and others represent their district in sprint distances, pole vault, discus, and javelin, with team members from Academy and Sharpsville also listed.

Waren Mirrypi Murtie Scott Ware Ty Tiph Misnissiars Aly Witte Hucknell College Linborg and Pierson Youngsville Vienne Mille Mediev Thurdles Thamis Shawn Kinsinger Academy Relate Academy Malthaner Ruhl Farell Monahan Youngsville Hsoy Russell Vieandl Dinette Paie Vayhbidler Lingork Vininksville Bastinige Jumy Fetter Central Kint Tiseis Warren Boyd Sharpsville Hiller Auchter Holcomb Anderson

Missing boy Lluyl Hefright last seen in Ventersille after a Ball dance

A nine year old boy named Lluyil Hefright disappeared from his home in Ven tersille since last Friday night after leaving for a dancing party. Police and volunteers search areas around the town with neighbors aiding the probe and appeals for information.

Lluyil Hefright Ventersille Tic Poy Hishoe Ball

Major Leagues Begin To Run True To Form

National and American leagues show early form with the Giants and Yankees leading, while Reds stumble. Pitching strengths, injuries, and lineup stability shape standings as teams pursue quick improvements.

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Seven Natural Curiosities West of Dallas in Sandstone Formations

Curious wells about 960 miles west of Dallas reveal seven natural curiosities. The large sandstone walls show north and south champions joining in a rock formation with about eight tiers.

Dallas Texas

Northwestern Pennsylvania rifle meet draws wide field

Entries from Corry Warren area clubs and Cambride Springs join a regional match at the Lakes range. The event, advertised by Parry Rod and Gun Club and allied associations, aims to crown the state’s top shooters with notable regional teams and observers attending.

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Rain Delays League Opener Hopeful for Tomorrow

Weather postpones the league schedule with uncertain plans for a Tuesday restart. Teams await a clear forecast as coaches and players monitor conditions and prepare to resume play when the circuit can safely open.

Good Name Priceless He Hit Tears Sway

A fragmentary text appears to mix names and phrases with no clear event. It mentions tears, nursing, and survival but lacks concrete individuals, organizations, or places to form a coherent news item.

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Young Hurler Knocked Out by Hard Hit Ball

A chaotic report describes a young pitcher knocked down by a powerful line drive. The scene includes players and spectators, with mentions of teams in pursuit of standings and dramatic plays as the game unfolds.

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