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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1949
Page
13
Elyria Chest stages a scrimmage between Elyria High squads at Ely Stadium to raise funds for the Community Fund. A full program includes Massillon and Elyria drum corps and the Elyria High band, with notable appearances by alumni and local sports notes from Case Institute and Michigan.
Two Cleveland teams, the Gold Berd Beers and Fordi Dealers of America, meet in an exhibition bowling match at Olympic Recreation. National bowler John Peiro and Joe Breit join the Beers. Lorain stars Alex Black and Tony Pompein suit for the Ford Dealers. Start time around 5:60 PM with free admission.
Veteran right hander Ernie Bonham of the Pittsburgh Pirates was reported in good condition at Presbyterian Hospital after an emergency appendectomy. The 36 year old faced complications from an intestinal condition and underwent surgery during the night.
The Lorain County Classic Bowling League opened at Stoner's Rainbow Lanes with Beiter Line posting a 2 720 series including a 961 single game to lead opening night. W Allaback of Team No 6 had 224 596. Stoney's Rainbow Bar and Better Line swept ILT S Rubber Heels and Team No 6 to top standings. Helen Taylor of Team No 6 led the Women’s All City League with a 503 series as D N ’Coney Island paced teams with 2 295.
In the all city bowling season opening night many top scores emerged. Helen Taylor led Feminine Circles with 823 and Dorothy Johnson had a 295 game for Team 6. Bow-O-Drome led as Lee Builders posted 817 and 228 series while H Hap topped Builders with 211 535. Day's Hardware posted 2 283 series to lead American Legion League. United Polish Club opened with Toggery Shep 2397 series and Ray Knight had 337 in three games. Joe Karby bowled 369 in a body of top performances for the American Radiator League where Steel Shell posted 852 single games and a 2519 total.
Jim Ross Jr. won Class A and the Haserodt Caddy Trophy at Elyria Country Club defeating Walter Will Jr. 3 and 2. Tony Olenek captured the Class B title by beating Jim Simms 2 and 1.
The Cleveland Indians were swept by the Detroit Tigers 10-0 and 4-1 in a day night doubleheader. Hal Newhouser and Ted Gray pitched Detroit to victory as Cleveland fell further in the AL standings behind the Yankees. Bobby Feller started the night game for the Indians, while Detroit improved its streak to eight straight wins.
Pete Fer, tournament manager, announced that drawings for the Litchfield Invitational Softball Tournament will be held Monday evening at Brunner's Cafe in Litchfield. All entered teams are asked to send representatives to the event.
The Edges Bowling League inaugurates its season with four matches on the schedule at five o clock. Card features Joe's Toholstery Shop versus Keochles and Sniezek, Reser Orchids against Wassermen's Men Shop, The Torgerry Shop versus Ed's Live Baits, and Standard Cleaners against Bezier Meats.
Elyria Baseball Commission met in City Hall and upheld United Polish Club nine protest over a game in the City Class A Softball League playoffs. Oberlin Cowling-Sedgeman Funeral Home’s Melvin Barber, used as substitute, lacked full uniform prompting a complete replay scheduled for Sunday at 7:30. Polish Club seeks title with a win. if Oberlin ties, a decisive third game will follow with date TBD.
The Ohio Racing Commission will review Randall track betting odds next week and assess overall records. Chairman Belz said a report on odds by circuit and the use of totalisator equipment will shape the commission’s view, with full equipment planned for next year.
Coach Wes Fesler praised Ohio State's physical readiness for the October 24 opener against Michigan State after a 55 minute scrimmage. Veterans Curly Morrison and Jim Lark starred, with sophomores Wait Hey and Skip Davie also impressive. Jefferson Armstrong suffered a dislocated shoulder and is out about three weeks. Morris on three touchdowns highlighted the session, and Dorie's 70 yard run opened scoring. First stringers Jack Wilson Gerre Krall Pan Savic George Toneff Ray Hamshon were sidelined by minor injuries.
The New London Class A baseball team aims to close its season with a Sunday game against North Fairfield at 8 o clock. The team had a 7-6 edge in the earlier March meeting, and has so far won 23 games this season.
Elyria High School's 1949 football squad will play an intra-squad game at Ely Stadium as part of a community chest fund drive. Coach Johnny Cabas splits the team for a full contest with Raeder and Bleek directing. Massillon and Elyria Legion drum corps perform between halves. Officials, volunteers, and staff are donating services. admission supports the fund.
New York United Press story reports James D. Norris era as MSG opens Fall-Winter boxing with 10 round Gavilan vs Castellani. Gavilan favored 14-5. Castellani from Luzerne Pa. weigh in around 150 153 pounds. Event draws 12,000 with $30,020 gate expected.
Brief report summarizes boxing results from a United Press dispatch at Elizabeth New Jersey with highlights of matches and outcomes.
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