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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1941
Page
7
A fragmented notice lists items for sale including a 6 p m chestnut mare a Berford cow heifers and farm equipment. The entry mentions a public auction date July 3129 and includes details about appealing to the City Board of Appeals and the City Clerk Porter.
Billy Conn from Pittsburgh showcased a sharp left in a Monday bout with Buddy Knox signaling a likely title bout with Joe Louis on June 8. The fight featured a slow start by Conn but a strong finish as he pressured Knox and survived a seventh round knockdown. The piece notes Conn’s potential if he can sustain fast starts and maintain contact with the champion past five rounds. It also mentions Memorial Day Speed Classic racing and other local sports notes, including Meadville and Warren baseball performances and the Waner brothers linking with the Braves.
A fragment mentions stock trends focusing on tan and long Brensae with unclear context. The readable portion lacks concrete figures or clear events to determine specific outcomes or entities.
A tight committee report shows 1685.60 collected to date with pledges outstanding. The Aero Ball Park fence sale on East Main Street could raise funds for the light fund with bids from Verne Group. If pursued next week, enough money may be gathered to award the contract, though National Defense work could delay delivery.
Cincinnati May 28 Jimmy Wiseol of the Cubs sticks to his preseason belief that the Cincinnati Reds will win a third straight pennant. He argues the Reds have not started yet and others cannot stay hot. He discusses Billy Herman trade rumors and prefers rookie Stringer at second, noting Herman’s past strong hitting but decline.
Chicago May 28 Hostak a Seattle slugger with a noted power is set to challenge Tony Zale the reigning middleweight champion from Gary Indiana in a 15 round bout at Chicago Stadium Hostak long troubled by hand injuries seeks another comeback after a history of title losses and regains The report also notes active fishing reports with bluegills and rock bass reportedly biting well and an angler catching eight sunfish weighing five pounds
Campbell's two homers powered a 9-6 win over the Cleveland Indians as Detroit and Philadelphia split a doubleheader. Bruce Campbell homered against his former club in the late innings. Carl Hubbell pitched for the Giants in a 2-1 victory over the Braves, with Bill Jurges driving in the deciding run.
Yesterday’s results show Brooklyn 2 Philadelphia 1 and New York 2 Boston 1. Standings include St Louis 5 Chicago 2 and Detroit 9 Cleveland 0. Today’s slate lists Philadelphia at Boston, New York at Washington, Detroit at Cleveland, St. Louis at Chicago.
Dermit belts two home runs to spark a four run rally. Bob Munchiet shuts down St. Louis with six hits allowed as Joe Grave closes out a 10 3-2 Browns victory. Yankees pound Washington 19-8 after Rod Ruffing struggles in the sixth.
The Warren Dragons defeated the Beavers 87 to 16 in a seven inning game. Ali Alolinche led Warren with a barrage of hits as Warren dominated on the mound and at the plate.
A chaotic recap notes boxing results across Bayonne Jersey City and New York venues. Minkey Mukar defeats Tommy Toman in a light welterweight bout while Joey Fontata and Mickey Farber gain points in separate matchups. Other listed fighters include Pacts Vili and Barry Cisneros with disputed scores and locations across several cities.
In a bustling New York sports roundup, Lawson Lite contemplates a repeat bid as Hank Greenberg eyes clear baselines. The piece mentions Notre Dame, Buddies, and various figures in baseball, boxing, and dance hall notes, with a one minute interview and talk of knuckleball practice and upcoming events.
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