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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1944
Page
4
Pirates player Benswanger proceeds with plans for an all star game as discussions linger on the season. The event is set for Forbra Mield with details about lineup and venue to be announced.
A fragmentary sports column by Russ Davies discusses editorial delays and upcoming season details. The piece mentions Pirates and Forbes Field, with references to University and city landmarks, but language is garbled and partially unintelligible.
Washingtons Birthday observance causes no Gage League games tonight. Reports indicate events and schedules will resume Wednesday evening as noted by local recreation board officials.
Fragmented OCR shows numerous scattered scores and team names from a college or high school track and field or multi sport meet. Names and places such as Avon, Westerville, Ashland, Columby, and Lovlevetia appear with individual event scores ranging from the 30s to mid 40s, but the full results are garbled and hard to parse.
All-City Pin and Schedule Four matches face possible decision in the All-City Bowling League at Wykrant Recreation Center. The schedule lists Radia versus Jerry Tavern, Wykrant Recreation against Atray Potato Chips, Electra Allars versus Elyria Hardware, and Elyria Teese No. TB against Borick Assurance.
Fragmented OCR lists matchups and locations for a local women’s bowling event in Wykren Wooten League tonight at 9. Names and venues appear garbled. readable items reference Klein's Clippis, Supper Club, Seven Up, W. T. Grant Company, Finegan’s, and Wykrens Teerentlan.
United Press string cites Yori dispatch on February 22 with previews of a possible Schmeling fight and notes on Joe Louis opponents. Davis, Montgomery, and Peters appear as rivals in a heated light heavyweight scene, while Schmeling is described as a formidable challenger with stamina and head blows.
Chicago dispatch quotes Lou Boudreau urging revival of center jump to slow fast-paced play. He cites modern speed as harming strategy and favors restoring the jump ball after each score to rebalance play and allow teams to regroup.
Alsab makes a winter debut at Hialeah in a feature race. The two year old colt carries top weight at 136 pounds and wins a sprint after a strong late drive. Other runners include Queens Risk Wise Mars Uridlenuy and One nig.
Elyria leads two leagues with Bendix and Westinghouse trading wins as Beverages, Agaree Suit, and Gardner Jewelers post strong showings. In other matches Elyria Manufacturing and Bell Company split victories, while Parsih Lumber, Hirdon Manufacturing, and Oaks Cite also claim multiple wins in a crowded standings chase.
Westminster, Long Island, defeated Brooklyn 30 to 43 in a Garden Cage tilt as the University of Washington and Jefferson trailed by up to 17 points in the second half. Fedie Little led Westminster with strong second half play while Brooklyn’s Lenny Singes and Barbrow battled in a tense finish.
A fragmented OCR listing charms and curiosities for a performance at Chicago and Morneaport venues. Mentions Mian ry Mimnee and Mane Mornend, with references to a barge exhibit of cured fish, ovens, colored magies, and Valentine Saxby Arruehead featured in the event lineup.
South defeated West 32 to 2 to win the Eighth Grade Basketball League crown yesterday afternoon at Elyria High School. McNily led West with 1 point, while East, led by Bob Merlman with 12 points, paced East scoring in a different game.
Mechanics at Sacramento Air Depot uncover worldwide combat keepsakes from Guadalcanal to Fort Smith. Among odd mementos are cloth fragments, a brass badge, and a four-eyed bird from a B-24 wing, while others carry home twigs and foliage as war memories.
Baseball managers discuss plans for coming season in Elvia Ohio addressing Class F and Class I leagues. Six teams in Class F, four in Class I, with poll planned in schools to gauge interest. Boys may join by mailing name age address and experience to the Elvira Recreation Board before the March deadline.
Denison University clinches the Ohio Conference Lat all championship by finishing strong in season finale at Beret. Big Red beat Baldwin Wallace 32 to 20 with Kanovek scoring 15 and Neva 10 for Bereans leading scorers. Ohio Northern beat Ashland for its third win as the season ends.
Reports from Pittsburgh indicate uncertainty over Carnegie Tech football coach position as the 1930s era staff faces possible replacement. The article notes the coach may be leaving soon with Navy reserves and campus officials weighing options for the coming season.
Shans Voxin dominated the St Wick's Arena card beating Julie Kogan in a lightweight bout. The New England champion from New Haven showed superior skill and punches, building an early lead and maintaining control to finish with a decisive win.
Dutch Clark, former professional star, was ruled fit for service after a physiology exam at a production center. He will be called in without delay, as of February 22.
The Pittsburgh Pirates announce the signing of AL Rubel for 114 from Toronto to join their International League squad. Rubel will report to the Pirates’ affiliate and compete in upcoming games.
Newark posts a 19 game winning streak as district rivals such as Martins Ferry surge for closers. The season features dominant performances by Newark and other area teams with key upsets and high scoring clashes across the MEC, Buckeye, and Western leagues.
New York report outlines signings for a March 17 Madison Square Garden bout between Beau Joel and Al Davis. Plans include Red Cross charity support with net proceeds and a 30 percent share to Neuler. Montgomery agreed to a 41 pound weight difference for a separate match, with a large purse discussed.
Clearview High finishes the regular season with a 43 to 37 defeat at Berea. Prominent scorers include Raigh Scharkey and Jud, while George Budkosh adds nine points as Clearview ends with 13 wins and five losses.
Handley, once a bright major league third baseman, will attempt a comeback with the Pittsburgh Pirates. After a long layoff due to injuries and misfortunes including a 1941 accident that halted his career, Handley reports to Pirates camp in Muncie to revive his form and reclaim his prewar promise.
Cubs catcher Livingston was inducted yesterday at the Fort Suxson ceremony and is praised for his batting in the record book. The report notes Lavinastan or Mirkeey as misread names, with unclear local details.
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