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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1929
Page
2
The column reviews football and baseball events with emphasis on challengers for championships. It notes Cubs blowing an eight run lead, players like Hi and Cheeta, and Swede’s cage schedule plus college teams such as California and Yale in intense seasons.
Corry High School squeezed past Youngsville 7 to 6 in a hard fought game. The visitors struck early with two first quarter touchdowns but Corry rallied in the third with key plays led by end B. Bliressi and a late score from Kren for the decisive extra point.
High Reserves clash with Warren Seconds in a Tuesday football tilt at the Junior High field. Corry, still smarting from a 1-0 loss, seeks revenge amid weight and experience advantages held by the visitors.
Jamestown overwhelmed John Bonburg 7 to 0 at Cel pron Park before a large crowd. The Black Rocks and Detroit Tops were to join forces, as Jamestown’s Black jerseys pressed early and outplayed the visitors, who fought hard but could not match the home team’s quick, crafty attack.
Wesleyville defeated Cathedral High 26 4 in a hard fought game to claim the title. Burch scored the touchdown and Voight connected with Slunyr for the extra point as Wesleyville relied on a strong defense and sharp passing. Cathedral mounted late pressure but could not overturn the early lead.
The report notes mild temperatures and light winds with a fresh breeze expected for the day. It forecasts good conditions for the game at Mciiby Park and urges readers to attend.
Frank Getty reports Philadelphia Athletes pitcher Grove and Chicago Cubs ace Bush are listed as likely starters for the crucial Game Four in the 1929 World Series. The article notes the tense series, Hoover's attendance plans, and Mack’s plan to use Grove in relief earlier in the series amid record scoring in that era.
Hollywood Stars defeated the San Francisco Missions 508 in a coast title game. Shullenhack starred with three goals contributing to Hollywood’s fourth straight win after a slow start.
In 1929 a minor league championship race featured Kansas City and Roch, with Roch holding a lead before a decisive victory by Kansas City in a World Series style finale.
The Corry City Bowling League starts its season tonight with Kane Crum and teammates high on expectations. A strong schedule features Corry Baking, Ajax Works, Union City, and Fires versus Hayman, with Walter Cheege nearing peak form despite recent injuries.
Cleveland set to defend world title with stars Lisp, Barry, Dehnert and Austin in the lineup. Syracuse, Portmouth, and Fordham college players expected to join as the league-wide season kicks off amid renewed public interest. Scholastic scores and franchise updates also noted as teams prepare for the hardwood in late 1929.
Fordham with a surprising performance defeats a prominent Gotham football lineup amid predictions of a stronger squad. The game features key plays by Ernie Elbonyy and teammates as Banks, Grady, and Subiffer deploy a two strong line and varied attack, signaling a bold start for the season.
Fragmented text shows a debate on Henry Ford wage policy and European markets. It mentions reactions by workers, manufacturers, and politicians, with references to American prosperity and competition from European production. An apparent quiz or puzzle about language and synonyms follows, mentioning Day Saints and cryptic questions.
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