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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1923
Page
10
The readable text appears garbled with scattered words color and color on. No coherent event or action is discernible from the fragment.
A shadowy headline announces W. T. Big Munn of Sioux City Ia a 271 pound heavy weight prospect and Nebraska U alumnus joining the boxing ranks training under Gene Melady Omaha He aims to defeat Luis Firpo and Jack Dempsey injecting new life into the division with a giant curious story amid unsure details and a ragged press style.
In Portsmouth authorities report actions against nine individuals and a person named Kamoena tied to a Sunday incident near a church. Court records show preliminary charges and case movement as the situation unfolds.
Elyria and Lorain high schools prepare for their November 24 game amid a fierce rivalry. Elyria students wear Beat Lorain buttons while Lorain replies with a counter slogan. The Lorain game is set at Lorain field and expected to attract a record county crowd.
After beating Amherst, the Oberlin football team under Coach Stallings resumes preparations for Cincinnati. No changes in the attack plan. Holden, Jackie, and Ptones are back to practice after resting earlier in the week and contribute to drills. The squad aims to be in better condition for the upcoming matchup.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe high school and college football or basketball action with mismatched team names and unclear dates. It mentions Northern at New Concord, Ohio and various matchups including Aggies versus Ohio teams, plus incomplete yardage and down information.
Erratic OCR lists multiple boxing bouts with fighters like Joe Jim, Izzy Arky, Tony Stabe, and Bob Holmes. Wins come by knockouts and decisions in cities such as Erie Pa Wilkes Barre Pa Buffalo, with bouts in Chicago and Bayonne New Jersey.
The article previews a major horse shoe throwing event in February at Lake Worth Florida. Notable pitchers include George Maykron and Frank Yartosser with other champions and ex-champs from Miami Orlando and northern areas expected to attend. The Florida East Coast Railway and local officials plan to host and ensure accessibility for visitors.
The report notes confusion after a guirg limit with unclear results. Judges were slow to respond and compliance varied, delaying clear outcomes and leaving details sparse.
New York report states featherweight champion Poneho Villa and Carl Tremaine of Cleveland will clash in New York on November 29. The bout will be at catchweights with Villa defending his title.
Details on a Wednesday race event emerge as organizers work under secrecy. The parade committee previews activities including a dance, a doughnut stand, sweet cider, and five thousand cups for attendees while Zev is to pace the event with Jolie Surris scheduled at 7:60 PM.
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