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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1939
Page
194
In Kingston Ontario the first recorded modern ice hockey game dates to 1888, a sport that spread across Canada and later became a world pro game. The piece notes Indigenous terms, Lord Stanley’s trophy origin, and early clubs shaping the sport’s evolution.
The Syracuse Stars coach reflects on a multi year tenure, praising fans, noting playoff success including a league title, and highlighting standout players like Nick Metz and Art Jackson while stressing the city’s support for hockey and the club’s lasting legacy.
The late Frederick Hazard built the arena with an artificial ice surface and helped establish hockey activities in Burlingame. The Arenas drew crowds of up to 5,000, played top Canadian and American teams, but struggled without an organized league and folded by 1913 after years of social events and mixed support.
A fragmentary report recalls Syracuse joining the International Hockey League in 1929 and the sport’s slow local revival after arena pipe removal. It notes teams, venues, and early figures like coach Frank Forsion, with references to franchises spreading to Buffalo and Pittsburgh and a youth infusion shaping a struggling club.
The article recalls Jack Markle the fiest captain who became the ace of Syracuse players. It lists a string of players including Pete Palansic Deds Klein Halds Brown Marty Lauder Rolly Huard Tubby Moore Pat Paddon Vel Hollinger Rene Fournier Jack Smith Rusty Hughes Rex Me night and details their gate receipts era. In 1932 Mickey Roach took over coaching as Taber and others joined the Stars roster.
In Sarasota on March 20, Altrock recalls his Syracuse days, noting low pay but strong memories. He discusses double-decker streetcars, a cafe stop, and fellow players like Tom Cawley Lew Wiltse and Padds Dorsey. He reflects on a 1939 season and a fanfare about the team’s 3-3 game.
His associates left the team and handed over the franchise to Facpard Eustis with Tom Raleigh as manager. For the first time, Stars finished in the playoffs after a round robin, ending third as several players from the Toronto Maple Leafs joined for conditioning. The Stars won one game and missed second place on a post season deadlock.
The 1922 season saw Brain asain Suieh fourth and squeeze into the play-offs amid a players strike that shifted duties to Mickey Roach as manager and Earl Siltice at the helm during the play-downs. Syracuse hockey under Eddie Powers later dominated the league in scoring with Torosto Jaex Markle, Hugsing Doraty, Downie, Nich Metz, and Art Jackson leading a third-place team eliminated by Detroit in playoff format. The 1936 amalgamation of Canadian American and International leagues brought Powers a youth-driven squad that won Syracuse their first championship with Murray Armetronk, Maxie Bennett, Micke Blaxe, Jacx Church, Bunmer, Doran, Gordy Drillon, Norrie Fitz Gerald, Hamilton, Jack Howard.
A crowded room on May 13 1834 hosted America’s first public billiards match in the Malcolm hall at S Salina and Washington St White defeated Feneee CUR ed eee OF yeas gum mun wuaTpE Ne White and others with a stake seen as high for the era. The piece traces billiards and pool’s early presence in Syracuse and notes later stars and venues.
The fragment hints at the Grabowski brothers pursuing major league careers. It references Gene Bewekl and Syractice pitched ball in a maser Iearnet, with mentions of families, teams, and a long, uncertain wait for opportunity.
The report details a historic no-hit contest featuring Moore, and notes Syracuse’s recent left-handed ace performances. It mentions pitchers from the Chiefs, Providence, and the Bisons in Buffalo, highlighting a string of standout moments from the intercity league season and notable no-run efforts.
Dick Porter emerges as manager of the Chiefs in 1938, guiding a doubleheader at Musletral. The report details Porter’s influence, the lineup, and key players such as Gene Pee, Kelly, and Barrett as the team battles through late innings and secures crucial wins.
The speaker recalls tough times but keeps faith, aiming for a big thrill in baseball. He emphasizes resilience, saying they never quit until the final out and remembering the team motto Gut e we used to say.
Frank Schulte, former Syracusan outfielder, says he suffered a stroke on the coast and cannot follow baseball. He recalls past joys with McGraw as manager and names old Syracuse era drivers and friends from Vernon, New York, and nearby.
Fragmented sports item notes Dinneen losing a farst international tilt. Mentions Toronto, teams, and players with garbled OCR text. Highlights include references to international event, scores, and surrounding names but details are unreadable.
Local notice announces Corbett’s birthday observance on August 2 with family and neighbors invited to join a modest cake gathering at the residence. The message lists no further events or official acts, focusing on the personal milestone and communal goodwill.
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