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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1931
Page
11
Knute Rockne rose to prominence as a coach and national figure, with radio broadcasts and writings expanding his influence. He appeared at banquets and luncheons, gave lectures, and produced football movies, becoming a defining presence in midcentury American football media.
Columbus reports Jack Dempsey quits refereeing due to fatigue and strain from touring. He will rest two months or longer after appearing tonight in Wheeling West Virginia. Doctors at Mayo Clinic found a high nervous condition and advised rest to prevent further exhaustion. Nearly 100 engagements canceled as he steps away, with location of retreat undisclosed.
New Orleans reports three notable developments catching the attention of the Creve Coeur club. Morgan will try at third base while Goldman remains on the bench as other team changes unfold.
Holy Cross 1939 City Strike Champions prepare for new uniforms meeting at Steve's Barber Shop on Us Avenue at 7:30 Wednesday for measurements. Reports note roster changes including benching Jonas Goodman, Bill Hunefield likely at shortstop, and optional releases of Thornton Lee and Ralph Winegarner to the New Orleans Pelicans. Manager Roger Peckinpaugh hints at adjusting infield roles, while Eddie Morton Hunefield may open at short. The club eyes Toledo and minor league games as part of the season build, with Winegarner and other infielders aiming for third-base duty.
Evans withdraws from consideration for the American League presidency vacancy after a Cleveland Indians conference with Alva Bradley. He will stay as general manager, citing Cleveland home ties and happiness with the club as key factors in his decision. Bradley and Evans express mutual satisfaction with the outcome.
New York bantamweight Josy Ross defeated Ollie Bartlett of Detroit in the sit-round main attraction at the Public Hall boxing show Monday night. Both fighters weighed 118 pounds.
Sports column by William Ritt highlights a frenzied stretch where the Tigers and Bucs push for a share of the league lead. Story references season-long battles, key players, and emerging threats as the race tightens.
Elyria Church of Christ quintet, led by Ernie Braden Alihout, wrapped a superb season by going 40 of 50 in a local league and Suburban League play. They opened with a win over Independence, then ran thirteen straight in the Suburban League to claim the half title, beating Olmsted Falls, Parma, Berea and Lakewood in league play. The Churchmen routed St Marys and St Agnes to seal the league crown and earned a spot in the State Church finals at Youngstown, where they fell in the semifinals to West Side Baptists who captured the state title.
Fragmentary note references pirates and 1930 actions with unclear names and terms. Mentions Coie, Pore, and team or hotel events. Reading is incomplete. key details about people, places, or outcomes remain uncertain.
In 1920 the Tigers showed notable play with standout figures and regional teams shaping their season. The record highlights key players and pivotal games that defined the year within the league context.
A chaotic recap of exhibition games and results across multiple teams. Yankees overpower Nashville 23 to 3 in Augusta with Myriliong homering twice and Wells limiting a minor league lineup. Giants hold a 6-4 lead over the White Sox in Atlanta as both clubs resume exhibitions. McDonald shines for the Athletics in a 3-2 win over Philadelphia.
Boston regulars managed five hits but lost to Columbus 2 to ? with rookies earlier tied 4 to 4. They also dropped an 11 to 6 decision to Indianapolis in an exhibition at Indianapolis. Cincinnati Reds aim to even series with Louisville after opening win by Louisville. St Louis Cards struggle as Dizzy Dean and Derringer set to pitch in Birmingham. Burleigh Grimes and Al Grabowski yielded in Atlanta. Fred Marberry returns strong for Chattanooga after 21 hits for Atlantic Ocean show.
Freeman, welterweight champion, is en route to Cleveland to defend his crown against Young Jack Thompson, Chicago, with promoter Jos Lewis and the American Legionnaires staging a 15 round bout at Publ Hall. Thompson arrived earlier, with his manager claiming ring inactivity and recent hand injuries affect his odds.
Freeman aims for a decisive victory to quell September fight suspicions and solidify his claim to the crown. The card features two ten round bouts with Gorilla Jones versus Paul Pirrone and Tommy Gogan versus Joey Goodman, promising fast preliminaries. A separate note mentions a measurement of spiral nebulae velocity up to 11,000 miles per second.
Elyria High baseball fans see Jones as the top pitching candidate for the season opener against Amherst next Tuesday. Coach Roy Clymer lists Kushin Mosier Clowson Hutchins and Smith among others competing, with infield and outfield candidates shaping up as the squad prepares at Ely Stadium.
Boston Braves face tough NL foes and only ordinary pitching as Henry McLemore outlines limited staff depth and lineup churn. Key players include Berger Schulmerich Worthington McKechnie Maranville Maguire and Sheely with Wilson Chatham infield and Leheney as rookies.
Bushy Graham, 126, Utica, N Y, defeated Johnny Farr, 129, Cleveland, by technical knockout in the eighth round of a scheduled 10 round match in Columbus Ohio. Referee Jack Dempsey received enthusiastic acclaim from about 6000 spectators as Graham dominated from the first round. A separate note mentions a thermostat invented to register to .02 degrees.
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