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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1941
Page
7
Police report a suspect named Merritt detained after a March 27 incident. Details are scarce in the fragment, but authorities described a suspected wrongdoing connected to a Com- Merritt operation. Further updates awaited from precinct.
The Brooklyn Dodgers clinched the National League pennant, sparking bedlam in Flatbush as fans celebrated. The piece notes Red Birds injuries and contrasts Dodgers spirit with Cardinals and Yankees power, plus local baseball events, player Clint Brown, and civic sports plans including city athletic association memberships to boost winter activities.
Sharpsville overpower Corry Beavers 43 to 0 in a rout at their camp. Towns scored the opening TD and led a trio of backs including Nicky Baggiossi and Johny Welicky as the invaders dominated with 13 first downs and multiple long runs. Corry, hampered by penalties and anemic ground attack, managed only two first downs and could not stop Sharpsville's ground and passing game.
Last night scores include completions such as Kansas 9 over Moravian 19 and Niagara 6 over Vincent 0 while Albion 0 falls to Harbor Orsek. Other results list Meadville 6 and Mead Creek 6 along with scattered 10s and 13s across a range of small colleges and towns.
A mosaic of sports gossip and notes from New York and beyond. The column highlights players, coaches, and teams such as Minnesota Stanford Oregon Clemson North Carolina and Miami while noting star figures like Bruce South Frankie Albert and Mose Simins. It covers Dodger lore from Brooklyn and Cuba, Oxford helmet tactics, and young batting prodigy Pete Reiter.
At a Thursday evening meeting in the municipal building a Third Ladies Bowling League was organized with over forty members signed to roll in the new circuit and more expected to join later. The league opens next Friday at Recreation Alleys with hopes for six teams of seven bowlers each. Officers Mrs Fern Aymong and Mrs Gibha Gari will organize entries and sponsorships are being signed for the season.
Buff Donelli resigns as head coach of Duquesne University after being ordered by Elmer Layden, commissioner of professional football, that one cannot hold two coaching posts at once. The move comes as Donelli also serves as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, a situation deemed untenable.
Bob Feller pitched a strong game with walks offset, lifting the Indians to an 8-2 win over the St. Louis Browns in the second game of a doubleheader. The Tigers beat the White Sox 4-3, Detroit gaining ground for third place, while the Yankees reached 100 wins by topping Washington in two games. The day also saw Reds defeating the Pirates in Pittsburgh.
The Warren Red Jackets travel to Russell Field to seek a sixth straight win as they meet Springdale. Last meeting saw Warren win 21 7 with a final quarter drive and scores from Jackson Barnes and Cise.
Philadelphia September 27 Tod Williams expects to extend his hitting streak as the American League leader eyes five key games. The Boston Red Sox star says he will play through any slump and chase a .360 season, aiming to boost his team’s standings with a strong weekend performance.
Sports editor notes Nova faces a tough test as they prepare to meet top rival Louis in a high stakes event. The piece highlights Nova’s plan to rise after being challenged, with focus on stamina, coaching guidance, and the crowd’s expectation of a dramatic performance. Named figures include Nova, Louis, and Krisok Lois, with mentions of the venue and timeframe implied by the sport’s lead-up context.
South Bend item reports multiple roster shifts and position moves at Notre Dame as coach Frank Leahy retools ahead of the season. It lists players changing roles from halfback to fullback and backfield reassignments, plus new guards and backfield adjustments, with notes on team depth and potential replacements.
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Sparta Mallon coached by Cki Mallon led a soccer win with a belt drive and two goals. Sid Chandler and Marie Russo starred. Yonkers Senators noted in yesterday’s doubleheader with Bello and others contributing to the victory.
Nova's manager predicts a late round victory as the champion Louis absorbs early punishment. He believes Nova will gain the lead in mid rounds and push for the title with a strong finish. The piece notes referee concerns and Commission actions surrounding the bout and potential penalties.
Market report notes Wayside Market leading at Antler Loop in a brisk trading week. Local business activity appears steady with shoppers returning and small vendors reporting normal weekend crowds despite a few weather-related slowdowns.
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