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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1923
Page
2
Hundreds of Corry fans plan to join the Corry Trtlepen Football team to Celeron for a charity contest at Chautauqua Lake. The event features three new linemen and a top marching lineup from Syracuse University and several West Coast programs.
Belmont Park prepares for the international race as Papyrus, favored after a strong workout, meets Nev in a high profile $100,000 stake. English handlers brace for a tough challenge while stablemates and jockeys contend with a recent skin illness that threatened Papyrus’ participation.
Syracuse and Ipeft prepare for a football clash at New Yank Stadium in soggy conditions after rain. The two teams, listed players and officials, are set to start at two o clock amid weather-affected field conditions and uncertain footing.
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Abe Goldstein is proclaimed bantamweight champion after defeating Joe Burman in a decisive all the way. The New York bout at Madison Square Garden marks a key victory as Goldstein outpoints Burman throughout the match. Philadelphia and Penn meet at a later date in a regionally noted clash.
United Press reports a plan to prohibit boxing at American League ballparks. The measure, urged by Provident Tony Johnson and supported by owners, aims to ban the sport if a majority approves at a winter meeting. Some fear boxing bans could affect gate receipts and league authority.
Johnny Wilson, former middleweight champion, secured a technical decision over George Rouifison of Gaston in a Boston bout. Rouifison fought hard but Wilson controlled the pace and landed cleaner punches to seal victory.
Princeton fans expect favorable field conditions to aid against Notre Dame styled as the Tigers face Notre Dame at Palser Stadium. The matchup features a clash of storied programs with Princeton seeking revenge on a tough Notre Dame squad in tough weather and turf constraints.
United Press reports in Mexico City on October 20 that Sam Langford knocked out Tim Flynn in the third round after a tense start. The bout featured swift exchanges and crowd anticipation before Langford landed decisive blows. Referee Leiberman oversaw the action, with officials including Carl Sauder and others noted.
Youngsville High School faced Corry School amid a tense regional match as the Foothill team beat Corry by a decisive margin. The visiting squad faced criticism over coaching tactics and conduct, with calls for penalties against Corry's coach and threats of severing ties between the schools.
Madame Geraltine Farran, renowned soprano, was seen traveling through Corry aboard a special Pullman car on the Pennsylvania line. She appeared in a concert event at Warrort, continuing a tour with scheduled performances and public engagements.
In the matter of the Estate of W Eugene Rhodes deceased Letters Testamentary have been granted to Grace G Rhodes Executrix Corry Pa All persons indebted must pay and those with claims must file promptly with Wincaid Kincaid Corry Pa Attorneys AA2L28051210.96
The East Main Association gathered October 19 for a well attended session. Officers and committee reports covered school dedication events, pew dedication at the Hust South street school, and a planned reception for the new teachers. Key participants included Gehret, Dialdigur Fraye, Tonhen, and others with readings and musical items.
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