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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1939

Page

6

Tony Galento No 1 Challenger Faces Louis After KO

Tony Galento, aged 29, defeated Lou Nova by technical knockout in the 14th round at Municipal Stadium to earn the right to challenge Louis Pastor for the world heavyweight title next June. The victory drew heavy applause and a $49,000 gate with about 19,000 in attendance. Nova, stitched and bloodied, was halted by referee George Blake as Galento dominated from the opening bell. Nova will remain in Philadelphia briefly before returning to Los Angeles to plot a comeback. analysts doubt its durability given management conflicts and disputes over Galento’s style.

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Galento Surprises In 15 Round Win Over Nova

Tony Galento defeats Lou Nova in a full 15 round bout proving his punch and stamina. The upset raises questions about his ability to challenge Joe Louis as boxing world ponders a potential Louis rematch and Galento’s future in the heavyweight scene.

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Corry Urged as Permanent Warden Center by Local Club

Corry's Rod and Gun Club seeks support from the Erie County Sportsman's League to back placing a 9th game warden in Corry to succeed Donald Miller, transferred to Titusville. State resources limit wardens to 150 statewide, making Corry a leading candidate for a permanent headquarters. Miller's work highlighted local issues, urging residents to report violations to sustain enforcement.

Corry Rod and Gun Glub Erie County Sportsman's League Pennsylvania Game Commission Donald Miller Titusville Pennsylvania Miller

New Series Approach to World Series Dates

A fall World Series eyeing high interest despite European War and Yankees prominence opens October 4 at Yankee Stadium New York. The first two games are set for American League Park midweek, with travel Friday and games continuing at the National League winner's park likely Cincinnati on Saturday. If needed, games shift between parks through seven games with possible returns to the American League park midweek.

Yankees Yankee Stadium New York Cincinnati Reds

Golf Enjoyed Big Year With Record Attendance and Purses

A year of golf in the United States featured 28 major tournaments drawing about 500000 spectators and prize money near 150000. Winners posted scoring averages of under par despite tougher courses. Henry Picard of Hershey PA led money lists with 10200. Ralph Guldahl 9300. Dick Metz 8600. Syron Nelson 8300.

Henry, Picard Hershey

Tonawanda Pro Club Faces Strong Opposition Next Week

Sept 1 The Red Jack eh lime, a rugged Monessen Raven backer group, posted an aggregate gain of over twenty yards in the opening tus sie. Next Sunday MM backs up against the Yonawanda Eldredge team in a test that may define the season for Tonawanda. The visiting line averages 200 pounds and is noted statewide for speed and power, promising a hard contest for fans.

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DiMaggio Keeps A.L. Batting Lead Amid Slump

Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees dips below .400 for the first time in two months yet remains the American League batting leader at .498. Boston’s Jimmy Foxx trails by 85 points while Ken Keltner sits third. In the National League Johnny Mize leads with .353 as Joe Medwick is second with .338 and Morris Amovich ranks third at .331 for Philadelphia. Yankee rookie Alley Donald tops the AL pitchers with 13 wins 3 losses. Paul Derringer of Cincinnati leads NL pitchers with 21 victories to 7 losses.

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Jersey City Giants Beat Newark Bears in Playoff slugfest

Jersey City Giants and Newark Bears were tied at two wins each in the International League playoffs after a high scoring 18 to 9 game in Newark. Rochester Red Wings led Buffalo Bisons two games to one following a 6 to 3 victory.

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Yankees Need One More Win To Triumph

Yankees win chase remains alive as Steve Sandra adds 16th straight victory in a 10-3 win over Detroit. Joe Gordon ties major league second baseman assists record with 11. Cleveland tops Boston 7-1 aiding New Yorks pennant drive with other results from across a day in baseball.

Yankees

Riggs Battles Hunt in National Tennis Semi Final

Forest Hills reports Bobby Riggs of Chicago faces Joe Hunt in a National Tennis singles championship semi final. John Bromwich meets Welby Van Horn in the other men's semi final as Bromwich pursues title form. Women’s finalists include Alice Marble defending Chamption, Virginia Wolfenden, and Helen Jacobs versus Ray Stammers.

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Lezouski Quits Pitt for New Jersey High School Post

Al Lezon ski, now Al Leeson, resigns as Pitt assistant to take a high school coaching job in East Orange New Jersey. The unsettled move follows a tumultuous period with the program and Bowser.

Standings and results from a baseball day

Standings show New York 87 41 703 and Cleveland 71 61 5B with Detroit 71 00 and St. Louis 38 98 279. Yesterday results include New York 10 Detroit 4 and Cleveland 7 Boston 1. Today’s games listed: Detroit at New York and Cleveland at Boston among others.

Pat New York Poston Ber Piileago Cleveland Detroit Washington Philadelphia Y St. Louis New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago

Hershey Woman Holds Pennsylvania Golf Title

Mary Morrison of Hershey won the Pennsylvania state women's golf championship at Overbrook Country Club defeating Helen Sigel of Philadelphia Country Club 2 and 1 in the final. Morrison, 21 and secretary to Henry Picard, followed Mary Kuhn as state champion, with Lavagetto and Walker contributing the two decisive runs in the tenth.

Hershey United Press Philadelphia Mary Morrison Pennsylvania Helen Sigel Philadelphia Country Club Overbrook Country Club

Billows and Ward Reach U S Amateur Golf Final

Ray Billows of Poughkeepsie and Marvin Ward of Spokane reach the 26 hole final of the U S Amateur championship at North Shore Country Club. Ward defeats Art Doering of Chicago 2 and 1 after a strong morning round and a late surge to seize the title shot. Billows, a 25 year old printing salesman, advanced by trimming Don Schumacher of Dallas 6 and 5.

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Yesterday's Hero Stave Sandra Shuts Down Bombers Streak

Yesterday's hero Stave Sandra, the Yankees' standout pitcher, stopped the Bombers' losing streak and earned his 10th consecutive victory.

Stave Sandra Yanks Bombers

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