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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1938
Page
6
The Sporting News argues showmanship boosts spectator appeal across sports. It notes All-Star football draws 76,000 to 80,000 yearly and criticizes baseball for ignoring showmanship in its All-Star branding while praising football’s dramatic introductions and crowd engagement.
The report notes body temperature peaks between 5 and 8 p m and the lowest readings occur between 2 and 5 a m, outlining daily thermal variation.
In Minneapolis on sept 11 a novelty wrestling match featured Reno of New York Rough House Ross of St Paul and Bob Byland of Minneapolis as referee. Management poured gallons of strawberry and vanilla cream into the ring as the bout opened. The playful spectacle drew cheers as the wrestlers clashed in a finale amid a dairy themed arena.
National League action sees the Pirates fall 5-3 at Crosley Field behind Vander Meer's no-hit bid through nine. Dodgers blank Phillies 5-0, Cubs top Cardinals 7-4 in 10, Giants beat Bees 6-4. Yankees shut out Red Sox 4-0 as AL leaders. A wild Senators Athletics game ends with players ejected after a slugging brawl. St Louis-Chicago postponed by rain.
Baseball standings and results from the American and National leagues listed by teams. New York beat Boston 4 0 while Detroit defeated Cleveland 4 1. Washington topped Philadelphia 5 2. International and minor leagues show varied scores and slated games for today.
In Manchester by the Sea Massachusetts the United States women’s golf team defeated Great Britain 3 to 3 and a half to retain the Curtis Cup. Victoria won five of six singles helping the Americans erase a deficit and secure the trophy for at least two more years.
A five man investigating committee found the Volpe Mine disaster near Jitston Luzerne County caused by a sudden gas outburst in chamber No. one and not the result of criminal negligence. Ten miners died and four were injured in the incident. The report was sent to acting Mines Secretary Joseph Walsh. In a separate note Toledo sees business gains and a July index rise of 2.6 points, the sharpest monthly rise in a year.
Detroit September overview reports Byron White, famed 1937 Colorado halfback, debuting as a pro with the Pittsburgh Pirates in the National League clash against the Detroit Lions. White receives a record $15,100 for one season, amid league-wide pay talks as teams gauge attendance impact and the Pirates’ veteran lineup supports him in backfield with Dutch Clark in uniform despite injury.
The Akron Yankees defeated the Canton Teriers 5 to 3 in the first game of the playoff series at Lakeside stadium Canton Ohio Sent 9. The victory gives Akron a lead in the best of series as both teams push for the postseason.
Boston owner Tom Yawkey shifted strategy to develop talent rather than buy it. The Red Sox announced the outright purchase of the Louisville Colonels in the American Association, adding to cash invested in minor league clubs. Ed Collins said Don Bush, ex-big league manager, will manage Louisville.
The Warren Red Jackets host Monessen Ravens at 2 30 p m EST Sunday September 11 in Warren for their 1938 opener. Star arrivals include Warren Heller Notre Dame back Larry Danbom Duquesne guard Artie Amann and other new players joining the team.
Donald Budge arrives at Forest Hills to defend his national singles title as he battles an infected foot and contemplates a possible default on the pursuit of a grand slam. He has a first round bye and will face Welby Van Horn, a promising young player, in his opening match.
Alumni names join Warren squad as backs Al Crerar Harry Rosequist and Harry Wooser plus Rudy Carlson Ray Tesger Bill Holland and Minnie Goodman Eh McCool and Ed Jefferson. Manager Gerry Archibald says the team has had three weeks of workouts and is in the pink of condition for the opening game at Russell Field.
The nation's top amateur golfers gathered at the Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh to tune up for the National Amateur Championship opening Monday. About half of the 149 qualifiers were in attendance as players arrived from across the country. Johnny Goodman of Omaha, the 1927 amateur champion, has been present since yesterday. He played the back nine alone before joining Charley Yepez of Avanta and Ray Bowery of New York for six holes with no scores recorded.
Frank Demurse delivered a clutch performance as the onus outfielder sparked Chicago to a ten inning victory over St. Louis. The game turned on his timely hits and steady defense, lifting Chicago late and sealing the win in extra frames.
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