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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
6
In a preliminary bout on last Light's Brie card Eddie Santry of Niles Ohio defeated the Corry boxer Jopal by knockout in the first round. Gaston Charles won the main event decision over Eddie Weyant of New Castle.
Johnny Duncee petitioned to withdraw from his 1 percent round bout with Babe Merman set for the Polo Grounds on Monday night. He cited difficulty making the second limit again, having barely made weight last week.
Ferguson and Kremer favored to start today as Washington and Pittsburgh push toward game three after a one day weather delay. Alec Ferguson likely to pitch for the Senators with Ray Kremer for the Pirates, while bets stay even and confidence runs high in Washington.
Cortys Keystones will be represented at a meeting in Wares on Saturday October 17 to organize a semi pro basketball league. Delegates from Corry Titusville Oil City Jamestown Kane Bradford Franklin and other towns are expected from northwestern Pennsylvania and southwestern New York. Ed Finley named to manage the Warren squad for the coming season while Warren held its organization meeting. Bradley Smith of Erie County Electrics plans to attend and backs the project if teams are formidable. Manager Young of the Keystones will miss the Warren meeting date with booster attendance possible.
The item notes a simple pedestrian safety issue discussed in the Boston Transcript. It highlights concerns about preventing a walker from entering risky zones or becoming ensnared by urban hazards.
Two games of major importance highlight today’s college football schedule with Brown vs Penn State and Georgia Tech vs Penn State at Yankee Stadium. The Penn State Nittany Lions seek a comeback while Georgia Tech aims to repeat last year’s 15 to 13 win over Harvard in a South versus Northeast showcase.
Babe Ruth is to be examined today to decide if an operation is needed for inflammation from an old sex injury. He left Washington during the World Series, arrived in New York last night, and went to his hotel for a rest, Mrs. Ruth said.
Keystones tag sale by Keystone Boosters and high school girls will wait until October 7 due to freezing temperatures and heavy snow. The fundraiser aims to support the basketball team with indoor sale events and public support for a stronger winter season.
United Press reports Washington manager Bucky Harris optimistic after rain relief strengthens the Nationals. The young skipper notes improved defense and a bolstered attack led by Ferguson Covelowski and Tom Sort as the champions aim to repeat their title.
A fragmented line suggests an emphasis on beginnings and pursuit of a goal. The text hints at frustration, time spent chasing a solution, and a belief that action will eventually start the process.
United Pret reports the Major League Draft of 23 minor league players for the 1926 season. Pirates and Browns did not share in the allocation while National League committees cut several selections. Named players include Ammesbury Lewkney Washington Gutiiohler Maurice Archdeacon Baltimore and Pitcher Wilbird Morrett New Laven etc with many more listed across Chicago Brooklyn Philadelphia St. Louis and New York selections.
Filipino boxer Pete Sarmiento defeated Patsy Flannigan by technical knockout in the second round of a ten round bout last night. Referee Shea stopped the fight after Flannigan absorbed multiple blows.
Christy Mathewson, famed baseball and Bucknell alumnus, is honored in Lewisburg where his body lay in state and his funeral followed a simple service. Honorary pallbearers include Emil Puolis and Tom McGraw among others. giants figures and Bucknell faculty attended. Remains arrived from Saratoga Lake, N Y, where the pitcher died of tubercular pneumonia. Funeral services and burial in Lewisburg cemetery marked the day.
Boston promoter reports Asin in postponement of scheduled fight at Graves Pielit last night due to rain. Officials say the bout will take place tonight weather permitting with local crowds awaiting clearer skies.
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