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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1942
Page
7
A partial listing describes an auction or sale with terms and references to bidders or owners. The readable details mention a price, lanes, and identifiers, but the rest is garbled with inconsistent spelling and missing context. The item appears to be a local sale or bid notice from a historical newspaper page segment.
A fragmentary OCR item notes a chaotic exchange involving references to Lust and war with mentions of WS and jators. The readable content is insufficient to identify people, organizations, dates, or clear events. The item remains unclear and not enough to define a coherent news summary.
High school basketball practice dates are unsettled as gas restrictions threaten intramural play. St Edward's is practicing while Senior and Junior Highs have not announced start dates. Ivy League football highlights loom with Dartmouth and Cornell, plus a strong intra city program in Buffalo. Hanson Hogan's golf era ends as he enters military service, leaving a field wide open.
Four Atlanta coaches with over ninety years of combined coaching experience debated whether Georgia Tech's 1942 squad would outrun and outskill the 1922 Rose Bowl team. Proponents cite speed and a deep backfield, while others point to tougher 1942 schedule and stronger line play. The lively exchange highlights the enduring, unresolved rivalry between eras as fans await the decisive clash.
A big football game between Sheffield and Youngsville is set for this afternoon at Sheffield. Officials expect a record crowd as both towns close stores and offices. Bands will perform during halves and rooting sections have practiced, with both teams aiming for victory.
The Eastern Baseball League plans its annual meeting in Binghamton New York on Sunday to settle its wartime future. A vice president will be elected to succeed John Quilon of Hankford, with support for reorganizing the Erie Sailorm and aligning with the Boston Braves in the years ahead.
New England and Vermont ski centers plan December openings despite many top skiers serving in the army. In football and other sports, players suffer injuries on benches and sidelines, while service members including Sammy Scheer and Pat Livingston join or report for duty. Analysts weigh in on college gridiron prospects and star players.
The Ladies City Bowling League shows a tight five team battle with only four games separating leaders Rexall Drugs and rivals. Rosa Baker led with a 197 115 167 line, as Wing Will and Page and Ferry posted upsets and Wilcox Grocers swept McCandrew Drugs.
President Lee Donovan of the University of Kemlick doubts colleges and universities will resume football until after the war ends. He notes the ongoing war effort may delay athletic programs across campuses.
Prominent sport voices from CBS NBC and other networks will radio broadcast the Army Navy game after a presidential order bars spectators. J A Miller of Standard Off Co NH bought rights for 100000 to benefit Army and Navy Relief Societies. Broadcasters include Ted Hasing Jim Dolan Bill Stern Ken Carpenter Mel Allen Connie Desmond with limited onsite personnel.
Harry Bobo a former Pittsburgh heavyweight boxer says eye treatment has improved his sight after years away from the ring. He plans to seek boxing commission clearance to resume training and hopes to fight again early next year.
Buck Cheves, veteran football referee, recalls a Clemson George Washington game moment last Saturday. A Clemson forward pass turned lateral, receiver misfed, and Cheves did not whistle. The Clemson captain asked to “sun with this thing,” then advanced toward the goal before being tackled.
Illinois and Ohio State eye the Western Conference title as Illinois relies on ball stealing to counter Buckeye strength. Big Ten stats show Ohio State’s higher yardage and stronger defense, while Illinois must exploit turnovers to stay in contention for the championship. The season’s outcome hinges on the weekend game at Cleveland Municipal Stadium.
Tony Ross, Jr. of Carmesie defeats Jackie Armitage of New Kensington in a midcard bout at Toor We Ames Gardens. The fight features two rounds of action with Ross gaining the edge and delivering a decisive finish in the later stages.
Warren Hunter, a fire department sharpshooter, bagged three rabbits in one outing near Youngsville. Croft, known for his accuracy, plans to note shell usage and future limits, while pondering deer hunting prospects.
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