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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1942
Page
5
A terse readable sentence notes a spread involving two individuals named Graham and Tan plus a Mineral designation. The exact action or context is unclear from the fragment but suggests a brief item about people and a mineral-related matter.
Heavyweight star Louis announces retirement after a record 21 title defenses. Mike Jacobs plans an elimination tournament to crown a new champion, while Conn’s camp and others react. Jamestown High crushes Warren 35 to 0 in a dominating display as boxing headlines pace a busy week alongside prep football notes and upcoming featherweight bouts with Cuevas Archibald and Pep.
Philadelphia news reports on October 13 say Hans Lobert, 61, will be retained as manager of the Phillies for 1943. President Gerald P. Nugent of the National League club indicated no expected change, noting Lobert’s popularity with fans and the team’s last place status. The manager’s current contract runs through January 1.
Corry High School Beavers seek vengeance against the Union City Bears after a string of rough showings. Union City aims for its first win in Erie County League play as Reynolds and Kennedy spark junior highs with a 12 7 comeback over Union City reserves. The Titusville game builds morale and sharpens offense, while Beavers must avoid mindsets that doomed earlier drives.
New York sports writers buzz about the Army Navy clash possibly shifting from Philadelphia Municipal Stadium. Biff Jones notes uncertainty over the venue and Navy’s reluctance to play there. The report references recent seasons and potential scheduling disruptions.
The Columbus Inn bowling team extended its City Bowling League lead to three games by sweeping Wilcox Grocers. Pauls Mens Wear moved into second place by taking a share from Park Tuneh. Unknowns rose to third by blanking Phoenix Hotel. George Bogert posted the high averages with games of 200, 190, and 201 for a 197 series.
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Chicago scene saw Joe Muscato win a points decision over Vince Galzaretto in a 102 percent bout with Buffalo, New York listed. In Washington Al Blake edged Lou Bracks by points in Baltimore, with Wilmington Delaware shown as location context.
Amateur boxing grows in popularity as smaller Pennsylvania towns host shows that pit promising amateurs against ex pros. George Jones, one of the state's boxing commissioners, says the trend could boost Ukrainian sport, noting fewer professional events as many fighters join the service or face travel limits from rationing.
Oct 14 reports from Kansas City and Oct 18 from New York show Joe Louis weighing a future in boxing with promoters and managers denying a definitive retirement. Louis and his team say misinterpretation cannot explain the conflicting statements about another heavyweight title defense. Louis, on furlough from Fort Riley, remains noncommittal while awaiting travel plans.
Tulane back Lou Thomason tallied 68 rushing yards and a 93 yard scoring drive in an 18-7 win over Rice, while Tulane quarterbacked by Thomason contributed on both running and passing plays. Georgia's Frame Sinkwich faces tough defense from Tulane.
Georgia, ranked among the nation's best, has accumulated 1,627 yards rushing and passing with 66 first downs across games against Kentucky, Jacksonville Naval Base, Furman, and Mississippi. The Bulldogs have 104 points while surrendering 4.
The bomber and Kaufman exchange remarks about retirement as the war nears its end. A 26 year old fighter notes age as a factor, while Jimmy Johnston questions Joe's announcement and Rapid Robert Pastor sues for the heavyweight championship, claiming a title challenge after past losses to Louisones.
Charley Keefer paced Hepler Motors as they defeated Wilcox Grogers in two Antler Bowling League games at Elks Lanes. Keefer rolled 193, then a season high 254, after shaky starts of 146 and 178.
Ohio State received 25 first place votes and 638 points to lead the Associated Press college football poll. Georgia ranked third, with Michigan and Alabama also in the top five as the Big Ten and Southeastern Conference clubs dominate the initial rankings.
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