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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1939
Page
3
A candid diary entry chronicles an early workday of a sports writer in Lorain County. The narrator navigates errands, meeting colleagues, and sports chatter about Columbia, Avon, Oberlin, and Elyria, with notes on Chuckovitz versus Frascellla, potential Boston bull pup ads, and upcoming events at Ak ron and with the Exchange Club. The piece captures newsroom bustle, personalities, and local team loyalties.
Mt Union College defeated Oberlin 22 16 in Alliance Ohio as cleaner foul shooting paced the win. Gordon Scott of Norwalk led Mount Union with 12 points aiding a 9 2 halftime edge, while Oberlin’s Bob Kent topped the Yeomen with seven markers in a game noted for its unusually low scoring margin in the series.
Oberlin College edged Kent State 41 to 34 at Oberlin yesterday as the hosts swept nine events. Kent officials noted three notable losses including the 300-yard medley relay and both freestyle events with Farkas and Ward achieving top finishes for Kent State.
The Sportsmen's Club defeated Deetz Inc at St Johns school alleys last night, taking two of three games and finishing with 89 more pins. John Hales led with a 510 series, while Gnodspeed, Brean van, and others posted solid scores as the club edged the rival squad for the win.
Lorain County Class B scholastic cage tournament opens at Grafton High with three first round games. Brookside versus Brighton starts at 7 pm, Henrietta faces Wellington in a key clash, and Belden meets Ridgeville at 9 pm.
Syracuse Stars star center Jeb Armstrong nets a hat trick to lead a 5-1 win over the Cleveland Barons at the Arena. Les Cunningham scores Cleveland’s lone goal as the defeat drops Cleveland to second in the Western division of the International American League.
Elyria welterweight Steve Stefek won a five round decision over Frankie Reese of South Amherst in the Lorain County Golden Gloves card at Moose Hall. George Joseph of Lorain upset county 175-pound champ Johnny Kochan as far as the semi finals. Elyria's Bob Seybert and Louie Halitzka lost to Lorain rivals Paul Csubak and Al Gonas respectively.
In West Side Community League play on the Gates floor last night the Kings defeated the Tans 42 to 7 while the Dukes beat the Tigers 29 to 24. J Tracey led the Dukes with 12 points, tied for game high with Clark of the Tigers. The league, sponsored by the Elytia Recreation Board, features five teams and holds games each Wednesday.
Rival Elyria and Sandusky roller hockey teams face off tonight at Rainbow Gardens rink starting at 9. Elyria lines include Foglyano and Triffi letti on the wings with A Grasso at center, De Marco and Judd on defense, and Ware nee wantin in goal.
Sparks From Hot Stove League notes widespread unsigned stars in both leagues. Joe DiMaggio heads nine Yankees holdouts while Cleveland lists 22 unsigned including Feller and Trosky. Medwick and Waner are among NL and AL players facing big contract questions as rosters shift and managers weigh comebacks and signings.
Worthington Dry Cleaners defeated Valley City Mack Vaults 47 to 33 in a charity game on Eaton high hardwood last night, giving Valley City its second loss in 27 starts this season.
San Francisco February 16 Old Duster Mails publicity director for the San Francisco Baseball Club urged more feuds in baseball saying fans want rivalry and excitement. He singled out a feud between San Francisco and Oakland clubs and teased a clash with Cedric Durst while criticizing recent manager conduct.
Oberlin College Varsity Basketball meets Denison Friday at 8 P.M. in Warner Gym in a evenly matched contest. Both teams beat Kenyon and Otterbein but have few wins over major schools. Denison, after a skid, beat Kenyon and Otterbein again and most recently Capitol. Oberlin’s last win came against Otterbein.
Owner Charles Howard hopes Seabiscuit can train for Santa Anita and surpass Sun Beau’s earnings to become the turf’s richest winner, with plans to retire him to a breeding farm if success is achieved. A sprained suspensory ligament in the left front ankle sidelined him from Tuesday’s race, but bone is intact per X rays.
CHICAGO Feb 16 Cubs officials said that all but one of the 32 players have signed for 1939. Paul Cavaretti outfielder first baseman signed yesterday from Santa Monica. Pitchers Clay Bryant and Newell Kimball are satisfied with their deals. Remaining unsigned: Larry French Jack Russell Gene Lillard Sian Hack Glen Russell Augie Galan Carl Reynolds Hank Leiber and rookie catcher Bill Baker.
First place in the City Class A Bowling League is at stake at Elyria Recreation as Hascrodt Jewelers and Tarry Tavern, the top two in the circuit, meet. If the Tavern wins, it will take the top rung. Early matches at 7 pm include Elyria Hardware vs Diedrick Phillies Cigars and Haserodt Jewelers vs Tarry Tavern plus other afternoon pairings. In the late shift at 9 pm, Elyria Recreation vs Biliner Funeral Home and Bauer Dairy vs Moulton Candies round out the schedule. Also noted, Buddy Knox of Dayton and Nathan Mann of New Haven were set for a 19-round boxing bout in New York.
A cropped collage of scores and notices shows diverse football and basketball results. Teams like Dresden, Frazersburg, Ohio colleges, and universities such as Washington & Jefferson, Oberlin, and Kenyon posted varying game outcomes. Legal notices and bids intermingle with sports results, including a Madison Square Garden heavy weight program and Elyria public notices.
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