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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1940

Page

3

Louis Godoy Fight Aims Turned On Boxing Iron Man

Joe Louis won a fifteen round decision over Arturo Godoy in a bout where Godoy pressed forward and repeatedly trapped Louis on the ropes. Graham notes Louis survived while Godoy showed grit but lacked finishing power, leaving Louis with a slim but clear title retention and questions about his prestiage.

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Blackburn takes issue with Tunney about Dempsey and Louis

Trainer Jack Blackburn refutes Gene Tunney's mythical claim that Dempsey could have knocked out Joe Louis. He argues Dempsey was a single-minded one hand fighter, while Louis has power with both fists. Blackburn cites Louis’s superior punch and endurance, and asserts Dempsey could not have beaten Louis in any short span.

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Never Expected It Would Come To This In Cleveland Wrestling

A local Cleveland wrestling scene profile praises Manny Robins for boosting arena attendance. Since Robins joined after Walter Taylor left, ticket demand surged with hundreds seeking seats, while Robins hints at possible boxing ventures. The writer confirms Robins is a natural promoter, noting his past as a boxer and his firm stance on cigarettes and hard liquor.

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Big Ten Standing Cage Results From All-City Bowling League

The notice lists eight matches tonight at Wykrent's Recreation with early and late shifts featuring Gypsy Fiddle vs Gardner Jewelers, Jackson Grill vs Shell On, Read Jewelers vs Welsh Funeral Home, Hi-Speed Gas vs Finagan Bakery, Net Bottling vs West Side Lumber, Pixley's Garage vs Van's Suneco Service, Array Potato Chips vs Federal Store, Wykrent's Recreation vs Electra Alloys. It also covers college games and scores including Ohio State, Kentucky, St. John's, Loyola, Marquette, Creighton, Drake, and others across multiple regions, with mixed results such as Ohio State 42, Kentucky Matter LO? 42, and various other scores listed.

Wykrent's Recreation Gypsy Fiddle Gardner Jewelers Jackson Grill Shell Read Jewelers Welsh Funeral Home Finegan Bakery Net Bottling West Side Lumber Pixley’s Garage Van's Suneco Array Potato Federal Store Wykrent’s Recreation Electra Alloys

Moose Kegelers Still Lead B League Bowling Standings

The Moose Club won three straight from Gerber Meats at Elyria Rec readlon to hold a one game lead in the Elyria Recreation Class B Bowling League. Elyria Nursery won three from Recreation Tavern, with other results including Tarry Tavern over Ridgeville Hatchery and Nickel Plate Feed topping Bell Company. High team was Nickel Plate Feed at 2,817. high individual Frank Yarsa with 667.

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Geygan to Leave Fremont with Caldwell Named Successor

James Chappie Geygan bids farewell to the Okun State Baseball League after five seasons and heads for Superior Wisconsin where Branch Rickey Jr. has named him manager of the Superior Club. Ray Caldwell, former pitcher for Cleveland and the Yankees, is eyed as Geygan’s likely Fremont successor as the club’s stock sale of $3,000 affects the operation.

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Elyria Cagers Face Shaker Friday For Second Win

Elyria aims to equal its season series with Shaker Heights in a Lake Erie League game on their floor. Bill Singleton starred in the first meeting as Elyria seeks a repeat win and to stay tied for third place with Lakewood. Starting five likely Petrus Dutch Singleton Fabes Hows, with Dwa anchoring Shaker’s smaller lineup.

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Barons And Reds Clash In Midweek Ice Battle

Cleveland Barons prepare for a Western Division showdown with the Providence Reds at the Arena on Wednesday night as both teams chase standing positions in the International American League. The Barons split two weekend games, beating Indianapolis 3 to 1 then losing 2 to 1 to Springfield, while Providence, led by Art Lesieur and featuring Phi Stein in goal, travels aboard a United Airlines charter for the trip with a strong lineup including Red Doran Harold Jackson and Bull MacKenzie.

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Angelo vs Mr X Headline Elyria Wrestling Card Friday

Mysterious Mr X defends his edge in the ring as Angelo the bare footed Italian from Buffalo challenges to unmask him at the Elyria Sports Club show inside Ohio National Guard Armory. Two-hour window to pin twice or strip the mask with Rayburn and Buresh rated standouts in two best two-out-of-three battles.

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Baseball Rules Makers Pass On Amendment To Relief Pitchers

George Kirkley reports from Elleair Florida that the major league rules committee passed a rule allowing pitchers a backward step on the mound to pitch with rocking motion. The measure, opposed by Eddie Collins, aims to aid pitchers amid batter friendly rules, with Griffth predicting benefits for skilled throwers. Also debated were rebuttals to the spitball and other rules violations. Ed Barrow and Ford Frick backed pitcher aid while night game curfews limited late starts.

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Nelson claims Texas Open golf championship title

Byron Nelson, the pro and National Open champion, won the Texas Open by one stroke over former caddy Ben Hogan. A muffed putt on the 18th hole decided the match, giving Nelson first prize of 1400 dollars from a 3000 dollar meet as the pro brigade prepared for the Western Open in Houston February 16 to 18.

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Generals and Westerns Clash In Industrial League Tonight

The General Industries face the Western Automatics in the Industrial League feature at Jefferson Junior Hough court tonight. Industries lead the league with five straight wins, while Automatics are 4-1, their only loss to the Industries. Also on the card Coach Uthe and Pfaudler meet at 7:15, with Westerns and Industries at 8:15. An independent game pits Worthington Dry Cleaners against Vermilion Martin Pontiacs, last Vermilion 47-33.

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Avon Cagers Defeat Rocky River 27 to 19

Avon High basketball beats Rocky River 27 19 at home in a revenge win after an earlier setback. Woksanek scores eight, tied with Hans-Lerman for game high. Avon reserves also defeat Rocky River reserves 20 11. Lorain Radio seeks games with Elyria youth teams. contact Pete Cherubine or Lorain Radio Service.

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