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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1929
Page
6
Purdue's Boilermakers surge as the conference favorite after a dominant stretch. Backfield stars Harreson Welch Yanovich and White power the offense, with White steering plays and flawless decisions. A looming test against Iowa and Indiana shapes their undefeated season hopes as Big Ten action continues with Northwestern Wisconsin Illinois and Michigan results shaping the race.
The page surveys 1929 football action from the Midwest to Erie, naming Notre Dame Purdue and other powers, plus Franklin Meadville and Allegheny area high schools. It notes upcoming clashes, race for conference titles, and reaction to Allegheny's disappointing showing.
Coach McCall announces a one to two week rest followed by intensive practice as Highifive prepares for the basketball season. Only one regular from last year remains, with many reserve players vying for spots. The Beavers shift from the Erie County Interscholastic League to an independent schedule starting midseason.
Al Marsters of Dartmouth extended his eastern scoring lead to 108 points after a 66–66 tie and a dominant performance. Dowler of Colgate and Hinkle of Bucknell trailed with 66 points, while Dowler climbed to second by adding two touchdowns. The article notes a memorable 85 yard return by Wolgast and Michigan’s first win in five against an eastern opponent, plus Notre Dame’s 18–7 win over Drake aiding their national title hopes.
Al Singer meets John ny Sheppard of Boston in a 10 round lightweight bout at the St. Nicholas arena in New York tonight marking Singer’s debut in the division.
Max Schmeling has agreed to a four bout series in Atlantic City next March with promoters to name an opponent. A 250000 payout or 85 percent of gross gate is attached. Jos Jacobs urged Schmeling to accept and hopes Sharkey will be the second fighter. The winner could be crowned world heavyweight champion by the New Jersey boxing commission. Sharkey's manager said a March or earlier bout is possible if purses reach the required gold.
Beavers football team declines a scheduled game at Meadville after a dispute over eligibility and contract terms. Meadville High officials and local press report that the contest, set for November 15, was canceled due to rules disagreements and a proposed alternate site. Corry, Titusville, and Franklin related games are also affected by these eligibility and league rule disputes.
Eastern fans have many games to watch with Yale favored over Princeton in a Big Three clash. Other matchups include Dartmouth at Cornell, Harvard at Holy Cross, Syracuse versus Colgate, Penn State versus Bucknell, and Pittsburgh hosting Carnegie Tech. Upsets last weekend hinted at tight, high scoring action across ten games.
Allegheny prepares for its last home game against Waynesburg College in Meadville Pennsylvania. Grove City’s upset of Waynesburg signals a hard test for the Wolf Pack with star back Demolskis and coach Crum aiming to keep the squad primed. A Cleveland inquiry seeks a game, listing Patsy Vyrostik as manager.
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