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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1945
Page
3
Amateur Lorain Class A baseball teams hold a strong record with seven wins and five losses. wartime conditions affect play and standards as readers learn about Class A status, local sentiments, and broader sports and memorial efforts across Ohio communities.
Bittner Funeral Home women won the Elytia Oberlin Women's League title by defeating Oberlin Hardware at Tarry Lanes. Earlier in the eventing, Oberlin Hardware defeated Bittner in two of three games to claim second half honors. June Mechnick of Hardware led with 44 pins. By their victory, the Bittner team earned the trophy.
Former world heavyweight champion Omar Dempsey visits Chicago during the Seventh War Loan Drive and says he would like to manage a strong fighter from the armed forces after the war and develop him into a champion. He also mentions a possible Chicago franchise role with John Byrne and the American Football Crafercm.
Giants continue to surprise critics as Lombardi fuels offense on the road, lifting the team to a third straight win over Cincinnati and narrowing the pennant gap. Homer leader Lombardi powers a lineup that has rebuilt momentum on the coast-to-coast journey.
Elyria Elkis sponsors Class A Baseball League opener on Sunday with six of ten teams scheduled for three games at Ely Stadium and Carlisle Diamond. Motor Haulaway faces Transfer at 10, West Side Lumber meets Lehman Johnson Realtors at 3 15, and Elyria Brass and Bronze meets Roger Binninger Jewelers at 1.
Two Sunday games at Ridgeville feature Hahn Manufacturing teams. The Hahn Manufacturing girls meet the Cleveland Rangers at 2 30 p m while the Hahn Manufacturing men face the Routh Packing Company at 4 p m both games slated for Ridgeville diamond.
New York report notes Kentucky Derby contenders and recent outcomes. Ben All Handie.9 won the mile and a sixth at Churchill Downs in 1 46 35 with 45000 added. Fire Ahead captured a six furlong stakes event at Charent Boars.
Elyria High drops its third straight, 7-5 to Lakewood as three costly errors and two back to back home runs in the decisive inning push Lakewood ahead. Ollie Glass suffered the loss, while Al Courtney pitched well for Lakewood. Elyria, now 6-6 on the season, hosts West Tech and Berea next week at 4 p.m.
Elyria High star catcher Tom OConnor was treated at In Memorial Hospital for an ankle injury from sliding into home in the seventh inning against Lakewood. X rays showed a chipped bone and dislocation, ending his season.
In a rough scoring game Lakewood grabbed a 7-4 victory over Elyria as Glass delivered a two run double and Andy Martinko homered for Lakewood. Elyria had three errors and several misplays fueling the late surge.
Rough OCR fragments describe practice drills at Bly Stadium at 4 o clock and 8 40 starts for baseball team and other drills. Mentions Jefferson Morgay Aden and 8 000 attendees. Includes garbled names of players and an 80 year old armchair and a child.
Nelson and Snead begin 36 hole medal play at Fresh Meadow Country Club in a battle described as golf history’s greatest all for nothing match. The contest centers on prestige rather than prize, pitting two all time greats as they exchange steady strokes.
Elyria High School officials report three tennis courts at Ely Stadium are in shape for play and open to the public. Recreation directors urge players to observe posted hours and court etiquette.
The Elyria Civ Softball League begins its 1945 season with Gardner Jewelers and Western Automatic opening Sunday night. Vic Silver Jewelers faces Elyria Foundry in the second game as seven clubs compete in city and industrial divisions under the Elyria Recreation Board. Early games start 7 30 p m with intergames at 8 45 p m. The league plans a split season ending June 26 and resumes July 80, with tournaments and trophies for both city and industrial champions. Cubs drill Sunday at Fly Stadium at 5 p m with all players in uniform.
June 8 amateur Beht program at Ely Stadium re scheduled with lineup led by Plaine Dealer Golden Gloves 147 lb champion. Cleveland bouts include Lester vs Howard heavyweights Fredericks vs Kelly 175, Moko Momi vs Rose 112, Maratea vs Lime 128, Lanese vs Giles 133, Koeth vs Fears 135, Stevenson vs Mclonald 126, O Niel vs John 80, Sforza vs Me Carry 110. Proceeds go to Elyria veterans fund. advanced tickets via General Industries and Ely Fire Department.
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