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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1923
Page
2
A chaotic sports digest notes Cotton Tierney and Williams bar trades impacting teams ahead of a wider season shuffle. It covers Pittsburgh Pirates acquisitions, Whitey Gl and related moves, with college highlights from Princeton and Syracuse and a note on New York New Jersey contract talks and baseball record chase deadlines.
The article notes a Sunday evening gathering in the City building auditorium to present a program titled Why I Believe in the Boy Scouts. A spring delivery is planned with troop leaders and local Boy Scouts participating in a community event aimed at promoting scouting.
The National League shows Brookton routing 7 to 1 over Virka and Pittsburgh defeating Philadelphia 7 to 1. Standings list Chicago 46 wins, ni etc. American League notes Boston 6 over Cleveland, and other clubs not scheduled. Today’s games set Chicago at Detroit and New York at Philadelphia, among others.
United Press reports Giants ownership may shift as Charles A. Stoneham eyed to retain presidency while Colonel Huston considers buying part of Stoneham’s stake. Rumors circulate around Landis’s influence and possible sale to Huston after his Yankees exit. The piece notes Giants’ uneven season and compares to past World Series eras.
Editor of The Forry Journal protests Corry fans coverage and disputes headlines claiming Jamestown victory. He alleges misreporting and credits for the match ended in disputed scores and commentary.
Scores from a jam packed night show the Pirates beat the Phillies 6 0 with Williams homering and McNulty contributing. the Cubs edged the Braves 6 to 4 in a tight contest. Indians dominated with a three game streak and Red Sox and others showing key plays across the league.
Great Falls eyes Dempsey versus Wills in a planned boxing engagement. Reported talks include Dan Tracy, chairman of the county committee, and negotiations with promoter Jack Keats as plans move toward a May event.
Ambiguous clipping references home run hitters yesterday with names Willidimis Phil Traynor Picht. Mentions Deulowh Falls and Ford as a lightweight figure, and Boston context with tidbits from a night event. Notes include a summary of local commentary and a monetary figure of 200 dollars and 219K for unspecified items.
A big parade precedes the season opening game as the Ajax club and visiting teams march through the business district. Officials announced prize giveaways including a first prize leather wallet and a silk shirt, with local merchants contributing items for the event.
A fashion note highlights skirts as a seasonal staple matching the latest sweaters and over-blouses. Prices range from four ninety-five to fifteen dollars as shoppers seek coordinated outfits.
Fragmented report lists players and sponsors for a Saturday game. Mentions J Rogers Co and Sam Jacobean Co as sponsors. Notes potential lineup with Dickerts facing elants of Uke Ayo and an artist yet to be selected. Indicates no defection and a pending Friday publication with expected lineup details.
In Rome a boxing headline reports Jack Dempsey entering a heavyweight bout after a long delay. The article mentions a European championship context and the challenger status, with terse notes on schedules and contenders.
In Altoona Dick Kentoy clashes with Danny Redgery while Vranite Motta of MeKyesport defeats Aya Raves of Philadelphia in the semifinals as tensions flare.
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