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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1938
Page
20
Buffalo scrapper returns to fight Hans Haverlick in a billed arena card with Ralph DeJohn and Johnny Freeman on the undercard. The event features brisk action as Brackey faces a tough test against the popular Aust frontrunner.
Sports commentator notes wagering shifts as Natie Mann prepares to meet Joe Louis in a New York bout. Reported odds swing from 7 to 1 toward Mann, with Louis reportedly not in peak form. Other boxing chatter covers Don Eddy, Hans Haverlick, and local opinions on the betting scene.
Providence R. I Feb 21 Hershey Pa team won admission to the International American Hockey League for the next season after a meeting of the league’s Eastern division. The move follows the division meeting called to consider expansions as Hershey seeks a top tier rink and strong support. Playoffs begin March 29 with semifinals and finals set as best of five.
Boxing preview recounts Salamanca at 181 pounds ahead of a local bout. It notes Ralph DeJohn of Sora-Arena as the opponent, Freeman willing to clash, betting odds, and training details from the Salamanca globe-trainer who arrived in Syracuse. The piece highlights Freeman's and DeJohn's recent performances, crowd interest, and expectations for a tough, measured contest with emphasis on conditioning and strategy.
The Halcomb team remained on top of the Journal tournament after another weekend round. Disjointed lines note scores and standings like 2426 and 3133, with references to McKesson, Legion B, and Quality Prints. The report hints at close calls from two rival squads while noting final-day outcomes and an upcoming page 15 continuation.
Syracuse hockey pulled out of a weeks long slump with a 3 0 3 game in a thrilling Coliseum matchup. The Hornets built a 2 1 lead before Syracuse tied late as Alfie Maor faced a rough crowd riot after the game. Continued on page 14 column 3.
Corbetts depart for Tampa with confidence a pennant contender will emerge as they tour Florida cities before arriving at the Cincinnati camp in Tampa on February 25. Corbett aims to finalize a contract and plan a March move, while Chief’s camp is set to open.
At Lake Placid on February 2, Bill Shannon of Tros, New York, and Dick Werner of Haledon split a tie in a 124 yard dash and mile race decision. Shannon won the 124 yard dash while Werner claimed the mile title.
Arthur Babe Cranfield of Syracuse defeats an opponent in the second round at Strand Academy, York, with a decisive 125 to 3 margin. Readable sections indicate a rest period and incomplete names but confirm Cranfield's progress in the national amateur pocket tournament.
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