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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1943
Page
7
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In wartime uncertainty, baseball officials and fans worry about next season. Major and minor leagues fear manpower shortages, but hope a pool of under 40 players per club and war-exempted veterans can sustain play. Many players assume war duties and job shifts will reshape rosters for 1974 season.
The National Baseball Congress approved a sandlot world series to be held next year after the war ends. The congress also approved a Canadian United States series for 1944, a seven game meeting between winners of the Canadian National tournament in Toronto and the American series at Wichita Kansas.
Pamela Ann Wistert, daughter of Mrs. Al Wistert formerly of the All-America tackle at Michigan, was born yesterday in Philadelphia to the Wistert family. The youngster arrives as Al Wistert plays for the Philadelphia Eagles in the National Football League.
New York sports round up notes revise football dope sheets as Navy and Marine trainees near draft end. Players like Joe Fordhgom Andresco and Angelo Bertelli near final college games. Herman Wedemeyer faces draft call soon. Also mentions Bobby Rosenfeld as female umpire in future Toronto events and Nikki Lynn Sorich, a five month old bowling novelty.
Warren High School Dragons defeated Falconer Seven 26 to 13 on Russell Field in a midweek game. The Blue and White, under Coach J B Leidig, leaned on passing plays and a late score to secure the win amid injuries in their lineup.
Zetty, formerly end for Muhlenberg star Golber, is set to lead the University of Pennsylvania eleven against Lakehurst Naval Station from his tackle position Saturday. Coach George Munger praises him as a hard worker who has progressed since the first practice day and will be a strong aviator.
Oct 14 report says national sandlot baseball will lose about 2500 umpires next year. National Baseball Congress President Ra Dumont announced Congress directors approved a free umpiring course for qualified applicants to officiate leagues and tournaments. A second item notes a boxing result from Elizabeth, New Jersey with Freddie Rusoutpointing Prince Leta in a 1314 bout.
The Penn Electrics swept three from the Mabel Shoppe to lead the Third League by two games as Folletts and Heimans paced the victors. Shirley Hinman topped the scores with 128 167 138 to help the Electrics pull ahead amid a busy night of matches, while Polletts Market knocked Sluggers from a share of first place.
Penn State's Frank McKernan, once sidelined by knee injuries, joins the Penn squad as a placekicking specialist after overcoming 4F health status. Coach Munger notes his earlier kicking accuracy and readiness to contribute to an undefeated Penn team while McKernan aids with extra points and field goals. The Hershey Hockey Club announces its 26 win and 2A contest schedule for the America Hockey League season starting October 30 against Providence.
Harry Hopp, Nebrakse born star for Detroit, leads the pro league with six touchdowns in four games this season. His brother Johnny Hoy just completed his fourth season with the St Louis Carolina, sharing in a large earnings pool of $4421 as his brief stint drew attention to their prominent sibling duo.
City Market, behind Tanner's heavy stick work, trounced Kinney Splesman keglers in a two game Antler League match. The Butchers beat BMI 1017 and 975, while Plumbers barely tallied a 920 919 10nd. Tanner posted 204 211 155 alongside Frank Spleemich's 14 1 and 176 for the wins.
WPIAL officers announced plans to carry out a full sports program for the coming month. Only Robinson Township High School has suspended athletic activities, while Don Mollenauer oversees cross country and notes a championship meet set for November 6 at Shenley Park. A golf item reports Morgan Jones scoring an ace at Tulsa as part of a round at No. 14 hole.
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