01 Jul 1940
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1940
Page
1
New York July 4. A sweeping collage of sports notes and opinions features boxing futures with Landis and upcoming all-star games. Baseball, golf and football themes mingle with veteran athletes, enlistment trends, and industry changes as writers weigh risks and rewards across eras.
Reported minor chin cut on Tony Galento did not cancel his beer bout with Baer at the Fiesta Stadium tomorrow night promoter Mike Jacobs son confirmed the plan. Police blotter entries and local chatter backed the still scheduled clash while odds favored Galento to win and a knockout.
The Syracuse area golf season shifts with sun forecast after two rainy weeks. Pro events at Crusins and state parks produce tight scores and near-record attendance as players like Davison, Porter, Kirkpatrick, Thomas, and Fox contest Class A and B sweeps. Low nets and handicaps highlight strong rounds at Green Lake and Bellevue courses with multiple winners and notable pairings.
Newark Bears climb to second place after a weekend swing in the Inter, threatening a pennant race with Rochester Wings who hold the season’s best lead. Wings win six straight, beat Montreal and Syracuse, while Newark splits with Baltimore and gains ground behind strong pitching from Lyons, Gornicki, and Borowy.
Syracuse’s Bill Holt captured the Erie Downs international tournament title at Fort Erie on July 2, finishing 12 over par for 72 holes. He beat a field including U S G A Public Links Champion Andy Szwedka and fellow amateurs Phil Farley Boseph and Forentz, with notable scores from Toronto and Rochester competitors.
A Syracuse bridge event linked to Red Cross benefits features Torbett McDonald and Frank Strafac among top finishers amid a field including Bob and Kay and others. Albany pitcher trade and regional club actions mark the broader sports context on July 1 in Onondaga and Buffalo districts.
Henry Markson and John D. Nilson lead a special prize committee arranging more than 40 merchandise prizes for an event tonight. The party proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross with all receipts directed to the charity.
John Mesmer announced a meeting of the Industrial Horseshoe Pitching League at 8 o'clock tonight in Kirk Park. Expected teams include Coltmans, Crouse-Hinds, Sol Edwards, Smiths, Dietz, Pottery, Pressions, Benedicts and Killians, with others welcome.
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