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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1927
Page
2
Reports from the general committee related to sales efforts for Keystone Basket Sales show a steadily growing total now nearing 950 dollars toward financing the 1827 28 quintets. Manager Young presided at a meeting noting progress and plans to switch a portion of funds to Manks serving sight for a long running contest.
United Press reports a November Chicago missive stating a meeting of major league owners in New York to discuss December 16 changes aimed at preventing embarrassing situations. The noted case involves Rogers Murnausy and stock interests across clubs, with potential amendments to restrain cross club dealings and player movements among owners and leagues.
Lenders offer advances on balances for furniture, pianos, diamonds and other bills. The ad promises to pay off debts for a set monthly payment. Rates are quoted, suggesting affordable terms for borrowers with existing balances.
United Press reports Sammy Mandell edged Sping Myers by decision in Chicago last night, though his punching power failed to impress. The card also featured solid welterweight action and multiple decisions with blood visible, including Bris Rocklard defeating Billy Showers and Rodrigues over Agweigh in ten rounds.
United Press reports catch results from several bouts including King Tut of Minneapolis defeating Bedro Amador of Panam in a light weight match. Milwaukees bested Riley Cohen in ten rounds by newspaper decision. Featherweights Phil Zwick beat Bilis Bonillas in a 10 round decision. Kansas City's Sergeant Sane defeated Bilh Hall in New York in a 10 round newspaper decision. St Paul’s Jock Maloney beat Maxie Rosenbloom in a 10 round decision at 105 pounds.
St Edward's School joins Diocesan League with three other Erie district schools in a new ECA Povesan Catholic High School basketball program. District 4 teams will compete for the North Western Pennsylvania title, with a cross district playoff and a shot at the national Catholic scholastic series in Chicago.
Indefinite stay of execution granted by the state supreme court for Floyd Hewitt, sentenced for the murder of Fresh Brown and the boy's mother in Ohio. Court noted arguments on a motion for review of the case might be heard.
Montreal's Les Canadiens outclassed the New York Americans 9 0 in the opening game at Madison Square Garden before a capacity crowd. Hurt during the clash were Hewitt Marenzy and Billy Barah, with Green hospital bound earlier in the week. Other results included Georgie Dixon defeating Del Vontane in Portland and a six round draw between Tiger Thomas and Toni Moore.
In Newark United Press report Henry L Farrell states the 1920s boxing firm of Dempsey and Kearns, Inc files suit in federal court over unpaid contractual share from Dempsey’s earnings. The case seeks 834 as Kearns’ share of money from Tex Rickard era fights. Both sides expect trial amid boxing business scrutiny.
Six occupants of a small frame house in Pittsburgh East End were injured today when dynamite placed under the front porch exploded, demolishing the front of the building and waking the residents. None of the six sustained serious injuries, according to county detectives.
A Nebraska resident touts Folys Honey and Tar Compound as a remedy for persistent coughs. The testimonial claims the cough disappeared in under two days with no chloroform involved and urges readers to get the genuine product.
In the Lilusteral League push, a fourth team is needed as the opening looms. Arcade and Company A brace for Toop season debut with preliminary matches. Ardister withdrawal compels backers to rally and fill the roster this week to start the schedule with no more delays.
Principal Watt announces public open house exercises at the Junior High tonight from 7:30 to 8:00. Parents and friends may view pupil work during the evening, with special displays and an operetta Hay Bandits to be presented in the auditorium.
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