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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1939
Page
7
A damaged clipping references Bath housing and property terms, with mentions of Wiments, furnished rooms, and Eye, Pa rtt, and Dr Ralph lon Observ er. It hints at a local development discussion and a revival of old stock with expert commentary, but details are incomplete.
A fragmentary OCR item notes an event labeled Gissteal today in Aiand with a smoved 25 and a positive remark good one. Details are sparse and names or places are uncertain.
Arch Ward exposes Barty Thoms as a heavyweight who deliberately threw matches to Max Schmeling and Tony Galento. The Chicago Tribune article ties Thomas to fake fights with Schmeling in MSG and Galento in Philadelphia, detailing managers Joe Jacobs and Nate Lewis, the profits, and Thoms statements of remorse and motive to aid younger boxers.
Leslie Avery surveys football briefs noting Cornell’s stance on post season invites, Harmon’s scoring run and Big Ten race, Indiana’s uphill battle, Michigan’s prolific guard, and Notre Dame set to draw large crowds. A joke on CCNY scouting ends with a Long Drive home for Soul.
Denver October 31 Henry Armstrong retained the welterweight title with a four round technical knockout of Bobby Pacho of Baldwin Park California in his sixth defense in four weeks. Armstrong dominated from the bell forcing a stoppage amid a bloody and battered display.
In Hollaways Cove West Virginia last night, professional welterweight Raffa defeated Jim Gilligan of Buffalo by decision. The bout featured a straight left jab that controlled much of the action as Gilligan landed hard at times but failed to turn the tide. Referee Dompsey tallied the scorecards with Raffa earning the nod 126 to 124.
Zivic scored a clear ten round victory over Milo Theodorescu in Pittsburgh while the Aerosupply League game between the Indians and Cubs ended in a scoreless stalemate. A separate incident in Portsmouth saw Alden Horton suffer burns after contacting a live wire. A Tribune report on boxing fraud tied Thomas to a Galento match fix with Levis and Jacobs, alleging mispayment of promised sums.
The Pitt Panthers suffer a major blow as center Dick Fullerton is diagnosed with a concussion from the Fordham game and will be out for the season. He remains hospitalized in New York for several weeks as Pitt prepares for Temple in Philadelphia.
The PIAA board of control in Harrisburg approved amendments to age and eligibility seeking a vote by member schools. A 19 year old age limit would restrict play to a single season after the season starts with a student able to complete that season only. Also proposed is ending the eight semesters past ninth grade rule allowing six extra semesters across all sports to keep a top athlete in ninth grade longer.
Philadelphia officials and civic leaders plan to press for hosting the Pan-American games even as Detroit is said to be favored for the regular Olympics if Finland withdraws the Games. Acting Mayor George Connell stated Philadelphia remains committed and ready to host if the international events are shifted.
Admits participating in two fixed fights, a November bout with Tony Galento and a December clash with Max Schmeling in 1987. Managers and fighters deny knowledge of any fixed matches.
A jumble of racing notes outlines Friday plans for the Challedon 10 race with mentions of Salomon Eb Bhi Suh Fain Lewekwy and California connections. It highlights wagering interest and a rally by top contenders as bettors weigh favorites and longshots.
Corry hunters prepared today for the opening of the Sitiall game season in Pennsylvania with plentiful game reported a promising forecast. Opening shooting prohibited before 9 a.m. Ducks and snipe season details noted. Hunters urged to report violations to game wardens within 24 hours for penalties. Hungarian partridges released. protests mentioned. season cautions noted.
A rubber boot that fits over the regulation shoe is used from the bench to aid Pennsylvania place-tickets. The boot’s high blunt toe meets the ball squarely, lowering the chance of dexterity. Merchants report heavy sales of ammunition and hunting equipment in recent days, forecasting a large turnout if weather cooperates.
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