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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1942
Page
5
A fragmentary sports note mentions a bridge game with Roger as a key player and high smashing recall. The garbled text indicates an age hold and a fist wine phrase, suggesting misread scores or plays rather than a clear outcome.
An unclear OCR fragment references naval employees and a preservation of plants. It mentions the Atlantic region and a plan or policy but lacks coherent details or identifiable dates, names, or places. The readable bits suggest a discussion of shells, ingers, and a constructive action toward saving vegetation or shells, yet specifics are absent.
A crowded Erie sports page previews Youngsville vs Meld with notes on Beavers hopes for a win, while Yankees aim for a sixth World Series title aided by three game ticket plans. Also tributes to late umpire Terry Jol Malley and local baseball fund-raiser draw 25 percent of gate to uniforms. Eagles and Pirates playoff paths loom with league play and player numbering changes noted.
A boxing artifact from 1940s era reports a Columbus Day heavyweight title bout expected to draw a million dollar gate. Joe Louis and Billy Conn train in New Jersey and Pennsylvania as promoters aim for 77 000 spectators and a $1.2 million gate. Proceeds largely benefit Army relief funds with minimal costs covered by the promoters. The fight marks a historic daylight championship contest for soldiers and the sport, promising vast public interest amid wartime charity efforts. STATE HOLDS FIRST DRILL AT PENN STATE AS COACH HIGGINS EYES SPRING-CLASSITY FOR 56TH SEASON.
Lew Riggs of the Dodgers, veteran third baseman, pursues his fourth World Series. He has appeared in two with Cincinnati and one with Brooklyn. As a member of the Columbus club, he previously participated in World Series action.
Baltimore shows a new wave of fighters led by Mmakipe A Succes and Cow Dundée both in their first pro year. They are sons of former champions including dee Dimdee Ghee world welterweight champion. The piece notes lineage from Nehting father and Mexican Bob Gorelains, referencing George Chaney’s era and nephew Charley pursuing the family path.
Beavers returnees face uncertainty as Renal Putnam drills team this week with scrimmage and signal-chill Thursday. Open lineup shows ends Miller Blunt Savio Brigham, tackles Drake Mosher Volk, guards Rainesulo Gates Mitchell, centers Piccirilla Gratas tar, quarterback Scheppmer, halfbacks Goda Armstrong Doriwehue, fullbacks Curtis Ficeardl. foe Eagles bring aerial threat and lost Teed Cough game to Warren, aiming for revenge in opener.
Yesterday's results show Loulé defeated Detroit 4 to 1 and Cleveland beat Chicago 19 to 6, with Washington topping Boston 15 to 11. Brooklyn defeated Pittsburgh 4 to 0 in a game played. Today schedules include Sun York at St Louis, Washington at Chicago, Philadelphia at Cleveland, plus Cincinnati at Boston, St Louis at New York, Pittsburgh at Philadelphia.
Pittsburgh reports Sergeant Mika Rats now at Fort Knox may challenge for a featherweight crown this year if he defeats Bobby Ivy in a ten round bout at Forbes Field west Tuesday. Raffa is ranked No 8. top contenders Wright and Jackie Wilson have indicated potential bids for the title this winter.
Charley Berry, former bir league catcher, returns to major league life tonight as an umpire. He quit managing Wilmington in Class B to pursue umpiring, saying he aims to reach the majors. The American League purchased his services yesterday, and he will be part of the Washington White Sox doubleheader tonight at Civic?o.
Prizes included a Winchester rifle, a shotgun, a Sunbeam Mix master, woolrich shirts, and boats in a Sunday field meet by the Corry Rod and Gun duty. Multiple prizewinners named from Corry, Union City, and nearby towns. Also notes on Lois MacCaulions in basic artillery training and Nebraska football outlook with Bob McNutt’s return. Bananas shipping temperature guidance ends with a stray numeric.
Brown slated to pitch for Corry nine in a season finale at Loveluld Field against Irvine Forge. A large crowd expected as V W bushe and Drum Corps share receipts after heavy advance ticket sales. Moorlimmen lead 4-2 in season series. Irvine seeks to rebound with starter Brown facing foes and a likely pitching duel. Corry plans to slick up their defense and lineup with Crandall Young James Nagle and Group in key roles.
Mississippi U football links Poole brothers from Gloster and kinship ties with Ray and Barney Poole surface amid a roundup of pre season notes. Mention of Camp Ornit golfers, naval station practice, and Army benevolence plans. Includes jokes on golf ball mishaps and local sports chatter with scattered references to college and professional teams and players.
The Buffalo Bison appoints a new pilot as the managerial post remains vacant amid speculation. Detroit-based movements show shifts as Vinceni seeks a lease with lenders while coaching changes ripple through the Tigers organization.
Pittsburgh report highlights University of Duquesne prospect Mike Wolak, praised by coaches as a brilliant gridiron talent, contending for the fullback job. The St. Louis attorney’s son starred in 1016 and is noted for standout performances amid a crowded backfield.
Dodgers blank Pirates 4 1 with a 4 1 victory while the Cardinals rested. Brooklyn piled up a 4 1 win, moving toward a strong run with solid pitching and timely hitting.
The National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues president G Brombane announced a convention of baseball's minor spapus wall and hin field. This brief note notes upcoming meetings and organizational activity in September in North Carolina.
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