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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1944
Page
6
A reading of wartime correspondence blends local sports results with personal letters from soldiers and a Father’s Day theme. The piece highlights a foundry defeated by rivals, a football coach’s heartfelt letter to his son, and reflections on family, war, and duty during the 1940s era.
Ohio Gelf coach Bob Wrapler announced plans for a six round national play start week of June at the university club near Toledo. Kent State University and Kepler are mentioned with a wrestling or basketball context in Medina. Night games are preferred as teams prepare for a season likely to include Ohio State and regional rivals.
A fragmentary report notes a National Professional golf tournament to be held in central Ohio with plans for a Columbus area site. The state board considers moving the Ohio Open regionally, with 26 entries expected in the professional event and about 40 in the Open, reflecting growing interest as many golfers are in military service.
NEW NOCHEDLLE NY UP I The Big Four Byrd Byron Nelson Joe McSpaden and Craig Wood head a field of 124 pros and amateurs at the New York Red Cross Open at Wykagyl Country Club Byrd plays with personal turmoil as his father near death in Birmingham Alabama but aims to win the tournament that features top money winners from the Winter season and a field familiar to his opponents with back injuries limiting some rivals.
Byron Whizzer White, former college and All-American football star, received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service aboard a U S destroyer squadron based at Marshall Islands. The citation, weighed by Admiral Huertskey, notes bombardments of enemy bases on Bougainville and New Ireland, among others, with White as intelligence officer. White's home is Wellington, Colorado, and the events link to December 1943 and February 1944.
TWAVELAND UP In Detroit Tigers action the Cleveland Indians used three pitchers in the opener and five in the second as their bad pitching left them unable to stop Detroit's offense. Ralind Gente held the Tribe to scattered hits while Shoirth and York struggled, and Kellie Mave contributed two runs as Detroit built leads.
Newark defeats Zinesville 11 to 6 to reclaim the lead in the Ohio State baseball standings as Middletown remains idle. In other results, the Red Birds extended a winning streak by routing Marion 14 to 0 in a twin bill. Nearby, the Intercollegiate schedule reveals Earlham and Oxford preparing for fall football, while Legion Juniors aid a preacher in Capadegh and a local baseball night features Hal Newhouser’s ninth win and Boudreau’s five straight hits for the Tigers.
In a Madison Square Garden clash, Armstrong overpowers Davis as Teo defeats Payis and a strong crowd of about 15,000 witnesses a gate near $79,000. The bout featured Belford defector Davis faltering while Armstrong dominated the action.
Charley Parker of Thomas Jefferson High San Antonio shows nerves ahead of the National AAU Championships at Randall's Island while breaking records. He has won 40 straight races and clocked 10 yards in 1.0 second and 220 yards in 20.0 seconds, with further strong showings planned for the upcoming events.
Detroit reports the National Clay Court Tennis Championships advancing into upper brackets with men’s division reaching quartet finals and women’s semifinals. Notables include Paul Betz of Los Angeles and 16 year old Shirley Fry of Akron, plus Pancho Segura and Jack Mesmanis in other matches. Legacy triumphed 4-3 6-1 over Bill Shytes as Fry upset Belz before losing 4-6 9-7 6-2.
General Industries will oppose Elycig Merchants in an independent game on the McKinley diamond at 6 49 today in the Pity Softball League. Hells West Side Lumberg is scheduled to drill at Cassade Park diamond at 7 g'slock as players are asked to take notice and respond promptly.
Fragmented text notes varied results: Chicago Cubs lose to St Louis Cardinals as Red Sox, Browns and Yankees win. Dodgers, Tigers, and Athletics show moves in standings. Rookie Willer Dubiel leads Yankees past Senators. Browns maintain lead with 10-3 win over White Sox. detailed play-by-play references appear with multiple team names and scores.
Johnny Stosier climbs into a three way East tie in the American Radiator handicap gulf league as Louie Barknes wins with 1 42. Ted finishes third with 0 234 and Frank Willis 38 22 04. Hank Kofsky 42 7 31, Cirigliano 36 tow gross. Blind draw: Fred Mardock wins with 4 4 7. Individual standings show Fred Smith Gil Moppong and Slosler tied with 80 points. Harry Given Hurkacs and Walt Jalowiec tied with Bla.
The Elyria War Price and Rationing Board warns students and workers about eligibility for gasoline and milesary rations amid fuel and sugar allocation confusions. Applications rushed and mis-stamped cause delays as residents seek home repair and radio equipment uses.
The Columbus Red Birds defeated the Brewers 8-6, narrowing their lead in the American Association. Minneapolis bested Louisville 4-0, Toledo topped Saint Paul 1-0, and Kansas City beat Milwaukee 2-1 as Indianapolis split a doubleheader with Saint Paul.
Pirates will host the Columbus Red Birds in a nine inning game here tomorrow night after a Cincinnati stop. The Red Birds, finishing a 30 day stretch with the league leaders, will conduct a pre game program honoring manager Frankie Priesh of the Pirates and Columbus alumni from last year’s American Association All Star team. The game opens a 28 day home stand.
Ohio track stars from University teams head to New York City for the National AAU meet. Coach George Harney announced Johnny Schmidt, tied NCAA vaulter, and distance runner Eisenschart will compete, while Parosh Tumber and Chalham from City League help boost team presence.
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