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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1928

Page

2

Homecoming Games Set With Two BBC Football Matches

Corry High marks Homecoming Week with two BBC football games this week. The Erle Central Savonds visit for a Thursday clash, then the big Saturday battle against Union High. Coaches plan limited varsity use to preserve strength for the main game.

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Dusty Vance Dominant Pitcher in Robins 1920s Era

Dusty Vance, a dependable hurler for the Brooklyn Robins, posted stellar strikeout totals and 18 win seasons across the 1920s. The piece notes his rise from minor leagues to league leader, including a 23 win year and a noted no-hit game, while also highlighting local interest in Corry basketball as fans prepare for a Keystone meeting on season plans.

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Shupack Loses To Fitzgerald In Local Armory Bout

In a crowded armory last night Shupack and Fitzgerald fought a closely decided match. Both youths showed speed and skill with Fitzgerald edging Shupack on a split decision amid noisy fans. the bout sets the stage for the next Legion Fight Mile on November 11.

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Injuries Hit Collegiate Football Across Several Programs

Multiple teams report key injuries ahead of upcoming games. Columbia loses Kumpt to a fractured leg, Stanhyenys with a shoulder injury, ruling out for the season. Army lists Sprague Perry Messinger sidelined with injuries. Dartmouth’s Marstzs returns from a leg injury for Harvard, while Jeremiah rehabs a shoulder before the season’s end. Pennsylvania works on Navy prep as Middies loom.

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Keystones Fans Meet At Municipal Building Tonight

Keystones basketball fans gather in the Municipal Building at 7:90 PM for an open forum to express opinions on the team and the coming season. Philip Young calls the meeting to obtain a definite expression from Curry supporters. All fans invited to attend and shareSuggestions and ideas for future steps are expected to be discussed.

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Army and Yale in week's best gridbattle

East gridiron spotlight centers on Army and Yale in a pivotal showdown on the Yale home field. Yale’s Johnny Garvey and Penn’s Bruce Caldwell are among key performers, while Army seeks revenge after last year’s 10 0 defeat. The era’s big question: can Yale extend a home win streak against Army on a critical Saturday.

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Death of Dunn Brings Sorrow in Baseball Circles

Jock Dunn, junior and manager of the Baltimore Orioles, died suddenly of apoplexy near Towson Md. He was famed as a prolific trader, selling more players to the majors than any man, including Babe Ruth for $3,000. Dunn discovered Ruth at St Marys Industrial School and left a lasting impact on the sport.

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Last Nights Fight Results Packaged By City Circuits

Philadelphia welterweight champion Joe Dido won a decision over Waleart Langford in Baltimore. Hilario Martinez beat Tommy Kid Murphy on points in Trenton. Al Friedman defeated Tommi West Mahan in a Boston card. Phendore Wid Snowden knocked out Battling Willard in Lancaster. Leon Lucas stopped George Giacchi in Philadelphia.

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Grove City Looms Big as Allegheny Stakes Homecoming Clash

Montgomery Field adds thousand seats for the Grove City game on October 27 as homecoming day. Allegheny and Grove City meet in a long rivaled annual clash drawing large Meadville crowds eager for a record attendance. Several star players rested in recent game due to injuries but expected to play, heightening tension over the season’s outcome.

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Callahan to Meet Tracey in Chicago Bout Tonight

Chicago Oct 23 Musny Callahan of California world junior welterweight champion will box Bobby Tracey of Buffalo ten rounds to a decision in Chicago tonight. The weight is 146 pounds. Callahan makes his second fall appearance, having just defeated Jimmy Owens at Fort Worth. Tracey arrives with several victories including wins over Joe Tipit Mel Coogan Pat Moran and Buddy Anders.

Chicago Musny Callahan California Bobby Tracey Buffalo Callahan Jimmy Owens Fort Worth Tracey Joe Tiplt Mel Coogan Pat Moran Buddy Aners

Dempsey Seeks 500000 for Next Fight

Jack Dempsey says his price for a next bout is five hundred thousand dollars and he may return to the ring if offered that amount. He notes talks with promoter Rickard and mentions a Spring fight. Dempsey and Estelle Taylor are in New York where they are appearing on Broadway in The Big Fight.

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Sheffield Wins Another Game

Bull Dogs beat Ridgway Valley Service at Cloverdale Farm Saybrook Sunday afternoon 13 100. Large crowd viewed Yube Andrews twice electrify the action with a 45 yard end run and a late burst to the one yard line. Sadler scored in the final quarter as persistent rain slowed progress yet the Bull Dogs pushed to the danger mark.

Shumplely Ridgway Valley Service Organization Cloverdale Farm Saybrook Sadler Bull Dogs

Harris Back to First Love in Detroit Club

Sports writer Jage Sords details Harris returning to baseball with Detroit, tracing his 1915 debut in Pittston, time in Scranton and other leagues, and his 1924 success as Washington manager before disfavor led to his exit amid a Coolidge era gala.

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