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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1946
Page
7
The decedent's estate details are garbled but indicate an executor appointed and claims requiring verification. Names and places are unreadable, but the notice references the county and an executor filing to have estate settled and debts verified.
Boston Reds push past St Louis 6 to 3 as Joe Dobson stars with a masterful eight strikeouts and near perfect control. Pitching staff shines despite two costly errors, while Chicago Bears and Giants also in action across major leagues. Also notes on wrestling plans in Erie and college football chatter across midwest circuits.
Corry Beavers suffer third straight defeat as Sheffield and Steffan overpower them. Sterfan breaks free for a 67 yard touchdown in the fourth, lifting Sheffield to a 7-0 win after a hard fought battle with Corry’s defense holding until late in the final period. Corry showed 19 first downs to Sheffield’s 4 but couldn't cash in, while two late interceptions sealed the Beavers’ fate before a crowd of 800.
Warren Oct. 12. The Red Jackets face the Buffalo GOP eleven Sunday afternoon. Aline at 206 pounds leads a backfield totaling 161, the heaviest opponent yet. Dan Gallasher is right half, Vic Gregovicy left half, and Steve Trella signals, with A Grunden six feet tall as end. Grilhden and Stopinski bring all state credentials from 1941 Western champions.
Miami Seahawks defeat Buffalo Bisons 17 to 14 to end five game winless streak in the All-America Conference. Seattle edged ahead with a late field goal in Buffalo, joining Brooklyn Dodgers in a 21-2 conference debut tie against the Chicago Rockets at Ebbets Field.
The Rossbacher Insurance squad widened its margin in the Fourth Ladies League after sweeping Gift Shop pin spillers in three games while Tanston’s beat Waterhouse. All-Way Electric and Kinley battled to split their two games. Katherine Kirin led the Insurance with 148 and 193, Dorothy Lillie added 104 199 141 for Gift Shop, and Lanston’s 385 508 636 highlighted their win.
Pitt Panthers at home with several injuries face Temple Owls in a renewed Pennsylvania grid rivalry. Temple aims to rebound after last year’s loss and seeks to even the series as Pitt eyes strong finish despite battering from prior defeat.
On route to St Louis the Boston Red Sox face Brecheen in a pivotal game as the 1946 World Series champion Cardinals seek to even the series. Cronin’s Sox need one win to clinch but Brecheen has a 3-0 series shutout record to defend.
New York sports writer surveys the 1946 season highlighting national league shifts, player trades, and key performances. Boston Red Sox led by Ted Williams and strong pitching ace Al Brauson, St Louis Cardinals, Brooklyn Dodgers, and Chicago Cubs influence the pennant race. The piece notes major moves including Mort Cooper to the Braves and Walker Cooper to the Giants, and reflects on the postwar era shaping the league.
Oddities from a garbled report describe a boxing or wrestling event at St Nicholas Arena with names like Wesgles Seunlon and Hasterty. Details are unclear due to corrupted OCR. The fragment references New York and Michigan locales, with numeric scores or weights interspersed.
The New York Yankees announce a blockbuster deal sending Flash Gordon to Cleveland for Allie Reynolds, a 27 year old right hander, while rookie Joe Beckman goes to the Indians for cash and future considerations. Manager Bill Bueck is dismissed in a season of upheaval as the club reshapes for the World Series.
Georgia beat Kentucky 24 to 13 in a college score roundup. Florida’s Mini led 20 to 12 over Texas Clasin. Southern Methulis posted 15 against Oklahoma Austen 6. South Carolina defeated Furman 44 to 7.
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