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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1938
Page
16
Unclear segment shows a boxing scene with Armstrong involved and an opponent fainting before the long fight sequence. The text fragment mentions a failure to continue and a KO following the faint, with garbled names and scattered details. No clear dates or locations are recoverable from the readable portions.
Syracuse aims to break a jinx in a key clash at the Coliseum Sunday night. Powers expects a tough test from a veteran Pitt lineup as the teams battle for top spot and a possible playoff edge. The game, Jadiex Night, will draw a large crowd and decide standings.
Cornell led the Hamilton meet with top marks in cross country and slalom events. MacDonald and Bebe starred for Cornell in cross country, with Bebe winning the six mile race in 31 minutes 15 seconds. Syracuse and Colgate trailed Cornell. Hobart did not send a team.
A garbled report notes a junior high sports scene with Ernest W. Nelson trophy, matches against Esstroad, and player penalties. It mentions Nickerson and other players, a return for their seniors, and concerns about injuries affecting participation and future athletics in the Valley region.
Cornell teams occupy the schedule with four events as coach Attie Wells fields afternoon meetings and preparations, while players push toward the late season. The brief item notes a tight program at Ithaca with focus on upcoming contests and training.
Crusaders defeated the Mapis in a YMCA junior basketball tilt. Report lists players Lombarde Toscans Campagna Llauca Ostenia and J Pennisi among the game’s winners.
Syracuse University and Clarkson connections feature at a Saturday luncheon and basketball showcase near Watertown. Local schools and coaches including Fordham ties, Montford and Mantins athletic directors gather to honor notable athletes and cadet teams from Syracuse and adjacent regions.
In a quadrangular meet at Boston Garden Cornell Harvard and Yale face strong showings. Jim Harvard senior standout and Welch and Herhart Cornell figures headline a meet expected to test indoor mile and sprint marks.
Princess Baba of Sarawak witnessed Bow Gregory the English wrestler win a second victory in Buffalo. The scene showed dignified onlookers and a lively crowd as Gregory defeated Jee Brinn amid cheering and fanfare.
The Fordhame varsity plans initiation or grooming for the next autumn term. EMD Bocster and Clarence Munn, two of Seiem's assistants, have been invited along with Baysinger Hodse of Keon and Res B. Clozston, St Lawrence University athletic director, to discuss arrangements.
In a corking fraternity bout on Page B, Nareski edged Gruen in a three round heater as Growne’s feints and haymakers failed to stop the rival string. Joe Eamite outscored One Round Perry in the lighter bout, while Bobby Slack defeated Kowal in a midround decision amid crowd chatter.
Parochial League leaders CBA Quint host Rosary Five tonight after defeating Waterloo 25 13. Brother Denis announces Larry Cappelletti moves on the eligible bask l.
Valley Five defeated Jordan 33 to 21 in a camp game yesterday afternoon at Meachem School. Led by Steve Blasek and Fras Rewhack, Valley showcased strong defense and efficient scoring in the scrimmage.
Camillus stays undefeated as area teams battle in non-league play. Skaneateles edges Onondaga Central. East Syracuse beats Ming. North Street hosts Minoa and Manlius while Tay tops Stille. Scores and placements feature Camillus, Warners, and local schools in a compact recap.
A notice invites 3,000 shooters to a San Francisco meet in 1835. The exhibition includes firearms from the United States and Europe and cites competitions and tournaments.
Sunday schedule for the Bowling Classic lists numerous events and participant names such as Franks Tue Shop Misener Carpiers Ligier Buse Gommanier Favi-S Buse Latetin Pompei Pompe Bersannis Jolianas Bancinis Pompei X F Borting Heidi Rest Hodses Marsdlas Casket Sears Funeral Home North Bereta. The fragmentary text references venues and attendees across multiple entries with scattered corporate and personal names.
PAT ROBINSON reports at the New York Garden Meet where elite athletes chase multiple marks over 22 dates. Top contenders like Huson, McCluskes, and Adien face fierce hurdles and high jumps as world records appear possible in the 190, 300, 200 and 1300 meter events plus relays.
Rosary edged Si Lies 33 to 25 as Holy Rosas moved closer to a league title. St Yenn the Evangelist defeated second-place Cathedral 29 to 20, forcing a late deadlock before pulling away in the second half.
Theodore Murray of Burlinston Virginia and Her ri to Murtney of Brooklyn face a chance to tie Ariar Cranfield of Syracuse for the national amateur pocket billiards championship as raids today. Murray remained in the ton nine by defeating Dominick Ceridi of New Fox for his third win in four matches. Deanfield finished his tournament play Thursday night with four victories and one defeat Coureney also 25 Won three matches end lossons. Friday ai.
Batman records a 27 to 5 win with two sets, Bob Jon and Dr Edwin Clay defeat Carl Dency in a 21 to 16 closing. Tom Hom and Bob Sime post 21 to 5 results while other fragments mention Esme and Cy in a murky, partial recap.
Scattered lines describe a boxing card with featherweight action. The report mentions fighters from Poplar Beach and Me, noting a defeat of Exarett and Sictingiog as part of the event. Further readable details are limited due to OCR damage.
The Journal lists 27 shoot entries with names including Wes tay Coach en neited Fred Be and Robert, plus Baldwirs exiled Mes Acassa. A silver trophy event is hosted by The Journal with guests to view Of Human Hearts at Loew's, manager Edward Mel Bride coordinating. Entries may be mailed or sent to Jack Durkin at The Journal before midnight in March.
In Hialeah Park on February 26 the Flamingo Stakes showcase eleven top three year olds racing for a mile and two furlongs. Laxrin from Woolford Farm aims to repeat despite losses to Larero, with Lavengro, Pasteurized, Co-Spert and mythical entries also in contention. War Admiral is noted as a rival in this season’s buildup and the broader Cup picture.
A delayed matchup is rescheduled as the AY court hosts the postponed contest. Carlton Secretary Jon Greenberg and Don Birnsy are among officials noted, with Reid serving as referee. A later date is expected to be set for the Rays game and related preparations continue.
Reds clinch championship at Citizens Club in the National League playoff. Monday night results set up nets to face the next challenge next Friday as excitement grows in the baseball pool.
A softball game is planned at the Arena on Tuesday. The notice repeats the location and day, indicating upcoming play for the team’s schedule.
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