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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1940
Page
21
The Glints face uncertain 1940 with weak power and heavy load on pitchers. Whitehead shines among youngsters while Schumacher Pollux and others struggle. Team fate hinges on improved hitting and reduced injuries as camp notes weigh elder and younger players.
In a tight league clash Mrs Gros' Contract Team regained the lead after a strong performance by key players. The Weekes team posted high scores while Longley Wingett and others contributed big totals in North-South and East-West cards. Handicap dynamics and final standings reshaped the midseason race at the Colizeum.
Solvay and North win in a surprise shootout as top teams falter in the Solvay Open at the YM. Solvay defeats Cathedral 2 1 4 1 victory paced by Journny with five baskets and five free throws. North Seniors upset 32-28 led by Garvey and Cappelletti as Deer play shined for the winners. Four more teams advance with semi finals set as Solvay meets the Xo M. GA Ukrainians, and North Seniors draw the winner of Newells-Sanderson.
Exhibition baseball results and player notes from multiple sites recap performances by players such as Raven Flo-Rew and Boslim across venues including Frostenton Detron and West Palm, with scattered scores and team mentions like Gleaswater and Philadelphia. The report lists several sluggers and pitchers, hints at early spring results, and notes varied outcomes in matchups and standings.
Spring sports begin with baseball drills as CBA Hopes to repeat in city league. Joe McNeil anchors the pitching staff for CBA while Pete DelVecchio and McNeil lead a promising group. Several infielders and outfielders shift positions as teams prepare for the season indoors.
The Ottondaga County High School baseball league, the largest in Central New York, features 18 teams split into Western and Eastern divisions. Western teams include Marcellus Solvay Warners Split Rock Fibridge Jordan Baldwinsville Camillus Onondaga Central and Skimenteles, while Eastern teams are East Syracuse Liverpool Minon Twily Fayetteville North Syracuse Jamesville and Marlius. The Western season opens April 9 and the East on May 3.
Sedgwick’s historic tennis club struggles as it seeks $3,000 for 1910 operating expenses. Junior League evaluation left the property without a tenant, threatening a closure that could end marquee past players like Frank Shields and Bruce Barnes. The club hopes dues, philanthropy, or a permanent member group will keep Sedgwick alive amid governing party tough stance.
The Cleveland Indians declined to trade catcher Frankie Pytlak and require a contract sign before any deal. Tribe vice president C. C. Slapnicka stated the club would not accept a second-rate offer, and warned Pytlak against doubting the team’s resolve.
Speculation swirls over whether theSedgwick committee plan will fund a full tennis season. If funds fail, a Sedgwick loss could crown Drimlins as a winner. Dues due by April 1 flag a looming decision on whether to proceed or abandon efforts. Also noted is the Industrial Horseshoe League meeting at City Hall tonight in Room 22.
In a four game series tense battle resumes as Hershey faces Indy in Indianapolis with a potential fifth game in Providence if needed. Pittsburgh hosts Hershey in Pittsburgh for the remaining pair of games. winner advances to meet Providence-Indianapolis for the Teddy Oke trophy.
A Northern State Teachers College senior and leading scorer in the Northern Michigan Hockey League, Kulak a left winger, has signed with the Cleveland Barons of the National American League. He reportedly drew interest from the Chicago Blackhawks and New York Rangers. He has 33 goals and 10 assists this season.
Swidler secretary of Pies Herald Journal Baseball League will meet last year's team managers and representatives of stronger pro teams hoping to join this season at Spaulding Store South Warren Street at 7 o'clock tonight.
A jumble of horse names and race entries lists multiple races with entries such as Golden Silenen prego and Shining Sun Hbatteny. unclear order and specifics but indicates a program of eight races with several named horses and obstacles in a racing meet.
The Bruins lead the Rangers 2 1 in a best of seven as Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings prepare for a best of three semifinal starting in Toronto. Toronto is favored to reach the final with home games slated for two of three.
The YMCA Five defeated Saint Patricks 51 to 40 in a Gerald-Journal League City Davisian playoff game. Jimeny Shuts stood out for the Y, with Shults adding 10 and Cowles leading all scorers with 33. Naylor contributed under the boards as Saint Pats, led by Joe Quinn and Bul Hymn, fought back but could not close the gap. The series continues with potential game three this week at West End, as the Y hosts the next decisive matchup. Handball doubles and singles events are scheduled for later that day with Breckheimer, Sommers, Hemmer, and Pubsinsan highlighted.
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