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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1936
Page
6
The article reviews the 1996 World Series between the Yankees and Giants, praising the Yankees for superior hitting and pitching depth. It highlights stars like Gehrig, DiMaggio, Lazzeri, and Crosetti for New York, with strong performances from Travis Jackson and Mel Ott for the Giants. Bench management controversy favors Joe McCarthy over Bill Terry, noting McCarthy’s strategic edge in timely decisions.
New York Giants manager Wilton Tory retires from active play after a World Series that ended with the Yankees victorious. Tory, who joined the Giants in 1923 and briefly managed, carried the team with courage despite injuries. He announced plans to be on the sidelines next season, ending a storied on-field career.
The New York Yankees defeat the New York Giants four games to two to claim the world championship. The Yanks set a World Series record with 18 runs in one game and 13 runs in the ninth inning across the series, drawing a total attendance of 802,924 for six games. Johnny Murphy excelled with fast pitching as Lefty Gomez earned two wins in the triumphs. Joe Moore homered for the Giants in a late rally, but could not stop the Yankees.
Penn State relies on center Chuck Cheruntolo to disrupt Villanova’s running attack in the upcoming game. He starred against Muhlenberg, commanding the line and diagnosing opponents’ plays, guiding the team from the middle.
Lincoln Market swept Corry Jamestown in the Class B League opener at Recreation alleys. Loblaw's took two from Recreation Alleys and WPA edged Kiwanis Chili. Long posted high average of 190 for the evening with Stai.
In Canton Ohio on October 7 Lehman High School football players and two coaches were hospitalized after a lightning strike injured the team captain and five others during a practice session.
The report profiles Joe McCarthy, bench manager of the New York Yankees, highlighting his role and the team’s pursuit of a world championship. It notes McCarthy's strategic influence and the high stakes of the season.
Stress defense is Pittsburgh bound as Carnegie Tech prepares for Michigan State game this Saturday. The emphasis is on stopping Al Agett the Spartans’ triple threat back. Coaches Steffen and Harpster polish Tech’s offense after a brilliancy against Notre Dame.
Duquesne University coaches are training sophomore Gene Onder as an elusive back with speed. He showed promise in the Rice game last week and is expected to play a significant role against Geneva College Friday night at Forbes Field.
October 7 report from Pitt campus notes injuries to Paul Shaw and Frank Soushak, forcing two sophomores Bill Dadilio and Fulbiant Hofman into starting ends against Ohio State. Johnny Michelosen shifts from Greene at quarterback as the team tightens after a practice session and plans for a Friday flight to Columbus.
Elvoort Rigby of Pittsburgh boxing promoter announced the signing of Oscar Ranks and Sally Kriezer, both middleweights, for the opening Winter season show at Duquesne Garden on October 22.
Babe Ruth, once sports icon, appeared at the New York Yankees celebration, signaling a possible shift back toward baseball as a Brooklyn Dodgers managerial candidate. The scene sparked renewed speculation about Ruth guiding the Dodgers after being perceived as washed up.
The Rolling Rock Hunt Racing Association opened its third annual two day meeting in Ligonier Pa with five races on Wednesday and Saturday. The event drew top thoroughbreds, steeplechase participants, and field. the two day cards promise quality competition.
Washington considers legislation to empower the Treasury to expand its cooperative campaign with states to stop doping in horse racing. The move follows concerns about cheating and health risks, aiming to strengthen enforcement in the next Congress session.
New York reports World Series figures for the sixth game and full series. Attendance 28 427 receipts 159 213 commissioner 25 381 league 71 915 clubs 71 915 total 102 924 attendance 31 204 399 receipts 160 660 players share 424 736 league share 209 601 first four games driven by X players share
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