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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1940
Page
7
Readable fragments describe a two family up structure on Easy Street near 311 Pleasant Street and a third festival event in Hillsboro. Mentions include Miss Bossler and a Penn crown, with scattered references to New York, Pennsylvania, and a June date, but many names and specifics remain unclear.
The article honors Honus Wagner, long time Pirates star, recalling his 21-year National League career, records for games played 2785, most hits and runs, batting over .200 in many seasons, and his enduring legacy. It notes his coaching stint in Pittsburgh and reflections on modern baseball, with a vivid portrait of his character and skills.
Corry's SemisPros opened their season with a 3-1 victory over Warren at Aero Park on Memorial Day. Key plays included Hugh DeLmry's long first-inning hit that bounced past the fence for a four-base hit, and Ben Donatucci's RBI single in the fourth. Warren mounted a late threat in the ninth but left runners on base as Cassett and Cashmere held firm.
Cambridge May 31 at Harvard Stadium hosts a two day track and field championship with 400 plus athletes from universities including University of California and Southern California. Meet records were anticipated as teams vie for the title with Cambridge facing tough competition and notable performances expected from Crandall, Cipalla, and Debury.
Wilbur Shaw, the 158-pound speedster, drove a Maserati to a second straight Indy 500 victory in treacherous rain. Rex Mays finished one lap back in second, with Rose securing third place as the field battled wet, slippery conditions and mechanical woes.
United Press reports a 15 round light heavyweight title bout between Billy Conn and Gus Lesnevich set for next Wednesday at Olympia Stadium in Detroit with the winner earning a shot at Joe Louis. Promoter Mike Jacobs signals a future heavyweight possibility depending on results. Conn weighs 189 pounds after recovery from a boil outbreak.
In a strong game, a standout pitcher limited the Dodgers to one hit and faced 27 batters as the Giants defeated them 7 to 0 yesterday. The victory highlighted the Giants' pitching and offense in a dominant showing.
Crowds gathered at the Sugar Grove Jamestown road track for evening races as four prelims were rained out. An accident halted by Robert Clough of Corry and Sam Conti of Jamestown cost both drivers a chance at victory. Conti edged Kim Limey and Harold Houghton in later heats as Cart Conti of Jamestown clinched the fourteen starter feature race.
Corry High tennis swept Titusville in a Wednesday match postponed from Monday. Corry led the high school program with 14 points, short of meeting honors as two Rockets had 16 points in other events. Team members included Abe Brichen Frank Messina and Billy Bedurse.
Billy Soose, former Penn State boxer, defeated Jack Ennis in Williamsport New Jersey by decision after a tough four round bout. Soose controlled the action with clean blows and scored each round while Ennis struggled to land his most effective punches in the late stages.
Cayrtnes of Munele Indiana won the Memorial Day regatta on the Onto river during the Monica centennial celebration. Five heats highlighted the day with Paul uss noted as a national motorboat racer contributing to the event's appeal.
A chaotic recap notes the Reds sweeping a doubleheader against the Cubs and a late win over the Dodgers as New York Yankees split with the Red Sox. Mentions Pier Derringer, Johnny Rizzo, Passeau, Kirby Migbe, Red Ruffing, and early-season shifts in standings.
Yesterday's scores include Philadelphia seven to two over an unknown team and Cleveland eight to three. Boston six eleven to? New York four four. Cincinnati four nine and Chicago two eight. Today's schedule lists Boston at New York with nine games total. no games scheduled for others.
May 31 rain delays push back events across western Pennsylvania. The Uniontown and Sharon races suffer postponements while Bill Ollie of Patterson New Jersey wins the Way Memorial Bay race at an average speed of 89 miles per hour.
Carry's Semi-Pro notch victory sparks a four weekend slate with Jamestown Ariel Club at 2:70 tomorrow and Titusville games. Lineups feature familiar local players from Eyre County League and Titusville’s season opener beat Akon’s Gold Beverages. Postponements due to rain and muddy dirt roads affect gunny and automobile events.
Interditional League results show Rochester 3 to 9 over Montrag 18 to 1 with Merve Ory at 4 0 and Newari 8 to 0, Baltinmre 8 to 9 over Syracuse 2 to 6 while Torindo SH and Butain qt 0 5b Pruhto 1 and Laitieyilin 0 to 2. Ban Oily Bd Selhwruken Lol Cehnmiae 8 to Trledi 6.
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