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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1944
Page
5
A chaotic sports column notes a state debate on abolishing spring football in high schools, cites principals, and discusses proposed rules. It also covers a Cleveland area racing event, college updates, a veteran overseas report, and scattered high school sports remarks with emphasis on football practice, coaching, and youth athletics.
Columbus desk reports Miami faces Canisius at home as it eyes a ten game win streak in the shrinking Big Ten race. Ohio State hosts undefeated Iowa while the weekend schedule could pivot the early standings.
The Alloys Keglers hold the lead in the All-Guy League after a series of wins and close matches. Standouts include Army Por fato Chips bowler George Hoht posting 599 series while Wykrent Recreation and West Side Lamber also posted strong showings in last night’s bowling action.
Readable lines show Cage results with multiple names and scores across venues in New York and Urbana. Key figures include Waid, Derry, Madester, Catorgac, Cameilley, Langfelaatd Uneyrente, Hasthilye, MMOH the Fidec, Midlivadey, Wma Waster, Naribert, Suustrn Netcast, Fanior, Wattney, Ak Ae on AO, and Planns. Results reflect mixed outcomes and team matchups, with scores such as 44 to 8 and 36 to 36 appearing alongside several unclear fragments.
Larkin weighing favorite in a Garden bout at Madison Square Garden against Costantino in New York tonight. Costantino backs youth and speed hoping to outpoint Larkin who seeks another title bid in the 147-pound class. bout expected to draw a large crowd of about 13 000.
Open date lists April 18 for the American League event with teams and matches, noting league contenders and schedule expectations. Details are jumbled but indicate games begin in the league, with teams preparing for opening day and related events.
Boston Bruins defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3 to 0 behind goals by Russ Kopka and Buzz Hall as Montreal failed to solve Bruins' defense. A 12,000 crowd watched Boston extend its win run and keep Montreal’s scoring breakdown at bay with sharp goaltending.
Len Burocher of the Brooklyn Dwelgers pledged to lead the United Service Organizations unit as the season opens. He said the team would train at Army camps before the season starts and aimed to regain form, despite confusion in recent coverage.
The tile and matchups outline the Bly Conference bowling schedule for women at 9 o clock. Names listed include Rodin Rug Stove and Styard Clemens facing Elyria Fue Shoppe with Cate against Glevia, plus Carlisle Niche Chub and Dal Drug Stores four Shoine ve Srine.
At Kilginn Bowling Center at 7 o clock, Smitty's Pin Schedule reports four matches in a day. The event lists teams and matchups including Rerar Servier versus fs Rantiers and Apt Prtte Chips against Peertiss Laundry, with Cur Murky facing F Lave.
United Press reports the Cleveland Barons defeated the Hershey Bears 4 to 2 in a key American Hockey League matchup. Cleveland pulled ahead in the third period with three goals to Hershey’s two as both teams traded chances and penalties in a high intensity clash at the home rink.
LaGrange High, led by Stan Sikon with 26 points and Dob Aldrich with 24, beat Overrighton 78 to 34 in an independent Southeastern Division clash in Lorain County. Leland Gess led the losers with 17 points as LaGrange reserves also defeated Brighton reserves 44 to 1 in the preliminary.
Northwestern University announces ROTC officers will receive commissions and transfer for further training. The action sidelines key Wildcats players including McNutt and Ottenham, reducing basketball and track depth ahead of March, while Iowa holds a conference lead and remaining runners prepare for upcoming meets.
Fragmented OCR lists local league matchups and vendor names with unclear teams and services. Readable items include Obertin Dairy Service versus Bottles, and a few street names and business mentions.
New York February 9 Up pendabte Ful Dickey signs a 1944 contract with the Yankees. The veteran pitcher, noted for his strong arm, is expected to bolster the club in the coming season as it defends the title against rivals.
Henrietta Grange clinched at least a tie in the A League with a ahead of Bundit-West, Grange winning their sixth straight. Kingley led Grange with 20 points, Bully Hogteller and Ed Brumenscherkle added double figures for Bendix. General Industries secured the Class B title by defeating the YMCA quintet, title run aided by Johnson with 13 and Kash with 12. Industry stars and coaches are noted as the teams clinched league crowns and moved closer to top rivals.
South Amherst defeated Birmingham 60 19 in a Western Division Lorain County Class B League game. Zukowski led with 17 points, Harold Allsop added 14, and Birmingham’s Piinge top-scored with seven. South Amherst reserves also beat Birmingham reserves 15 1 in the preliminary contest.
The Brooklyn Handicap will be a 50000 added stake this year, among the richest on the Summer Metropolitan circuit. Aqueduct president Theodore J. Knapp announced the increased purse. The race, open to three year olds, will be run at Aqueduct during the Summer meeting between June and July 12.
The Gophers and Bombers meet in a pivotal second half title showdown at the Y hardwood. Both teams arrive undefeated in the current round, while the schedule lists 7:30 Gambles Go phers versus Brumage Bombers, 7:45 Mike Cardinals versus Kyuske Kangaroos, and 8:30 Stewn Bwish avs against O Donnell Flashes.
United Press reports boxing observer urges a longer reform of refereeing to curb controversial decisions. The critic argues the referee must police the bout while avoiding bias, with judges and media remaining unable to declare a clear winner, and suggests redefining the referee role.
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