Blackburn Says Louis Is Ready for Pastor
IN TOP CONDITION RIGHT NOW---- AND IS JUST WAITING FOR THE BELL TO RING, SAYS TRAINER By Russ Cowan Northville, Mich., Sept. 14.--"Chappie is in top condition right now, and is just waiting for the bell to ring," declared Jack Blackburn, Sunday afternoon after watching Joe Louis go through six rounds of boxing, a round of skipping the rope, and a round each of punching the heavy bag and calisthenics. "His legs in excellent condition, his timing is fine, and his judgment of distance is good," continued the veteran trainer. "That's all we want." While Louis did not exhibit the savagery that marked his performance last Sunday when he floored George Nicholson for the first time in more than 250 rounds of boxing, the champion was concentrating on timing. It was his ability to pick out small openings that provoked the above remarks from Blackburn. Louis showed his sharpshooting ability in the second round of his session with Willie Snell, Chicago. Sunday afternoon as more than 2,000 fans looked on. Snell had Louis worried considerably in the first round with his flicking left jab, but in the second round he ran into a storm of hard rights and lefts that shook him up and caused his legs to go rubbery. And the champion's punches were shooting through small aperture. Before engaging Snell, Louis boxed two rounds with George Nicholson. and later boxed the same number of rounds with Monroe Harrison, shifty St. Louis light-heavyweight. Harrison was very adept at connecting with his left jab in the first round, but ran afoul a few hard rights in the second round, and was forced to mount his bicycle to avoid further punishment. It was this same Harrison who. on Saturday, sent the large crowd into a frenzy of applause as he belted Louis with his left and then danced out of danger. This was in the first round. But Louis was able to land some of his heavy artillery and Mr. Harrison was in full retreat when Blackburn called time. (Continued on page 4)
Woman Kills Man
WOMAN KILLS MAN; BEATING CLAIMED Carrie Bell Moore, 46, of 114 E. Liberty, mortally wounded Leroy Hamilton. 45, same address, with a knife Sunday morning. Hamilton died one hour later at the city hospital as the maspital .... yC .... result of the stab wound in the chest. In the police court holdover, the defendant informed The Leader that she acted in self-defense. Hamilton, she claimed, was very intoxicated and was severely beating her at the time. Previously he had shot at her, she said. Police records showed that Hamilton had been arrested four times. The defendant had had warrants sworn out for his allegedly beating her. On the last occasion she plunged the knife into his chest. Acting Police Judge Hargadon postponed the trial until September 23, and no bond was issued. In another stabbing case, charges were filed away when Pearl Carr proved she was acting in self defense. The plaintiff approved the motion.
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EAST ST. LOUIS MINISTER HERE Rev. C. A. Craig, of East St. Louis, Presiding Elder of St. Louis district C. M. E. Church and family spent the week with the parents of Mrs. Craig, Mr. and Mrs. James F. Sydnor, 1723 Hale Avenue. Sunday September 3, Rev. Craig was guest Speaker at the Chestnut Street C. M. E. Church. Mrs. Sydnor accompanied Mrs. Craig and family on their return to East St. Louis.
Famous Composer Victim of Bill Carl Diton Said to Be Fighting Against Great Odds
Insurance Association To Stress Collections During October
MOON CHARGED WITH HAVING MOON Ben Moon faced the [court?] Tuesday charged with having in his possession a quart of moonshine. The judge claimed it was just the case of one Moon having too much moon. The case was continued until September 26. Lilly May Johnson, 35, of 2210 W. Madison was fined $5.00 for untaxed liquor. - Mr. S. H. Miller, [prominent?] citizen of Hawesville, Ky., [made?] his usual visit to the State [Fair?] and as usual visited The [Leader?] office and renewed his [subscription?] for another year. He [illegible]
GETS NEEDED REST [Photo] MRS. SARAH THOMAS President of the Madam C. J. Walker Beauty College in Louisville and one of the most progressive and energetic business women in this section, who attended the National Beauty Culture League meeting in St. Louis, and then for a short vacation and a much needed rest.
MARRIAGE OF WM. "CHICK" SANDERS AND MISS LYDIA JOHNSON, WEEK'S NEWS Next to the war news and the usual matters of interest which follows the opening of school, the Fair, and the unusually hot weather for September, has been the news of the marriage of William "Chick" Sanders, who for many years has been Louisville's most available bachelor from more than one [point?] of view, to Miss Lydia [Johnson?], prominent school [teacher, who?] was expected to be the [illegible] lady, but who was a party [illegible] surprise which came this [illegible] [Mr.?] Sanders, a successful retired business man and himself a teacher in the local school system some years ago, and Miss Johnson, member of the Central High School faculty, were married at the Red Cross Hospital Tuesday morning, September 12, with Father Murphy of St. Augustine Catholic Church performing the ceremony. Mr. Sanders, who was stricken a few days ago is improving and is expected to be strong enough for another operation next week. Mrs. Sanders is a member of the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority and Mr. Sanders of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
DR. THOMAS IS ROBBED William Wilson, 716 W. Walnut, was arraigned in police court on a charge of grand larceny. He was accused of robbing Dr. C. L. Thomas, 719 W. Walnut, of $20.00 in currency. The prosecuting witness failed to appear in court and the case was postponed. In another case, Lucy Gooch of 1613 Walnut, was arraigned for receiving stolen property. The goods received was printing materials.
TEACHER INJURED IN WISCONSIN Mrs. Mary Catherine Weaver, well known Louisville teacher in the county schools, was badly injured in an automobile accident while visiting in Wisconsin. Her arm, shoulder, collar and jaw bones were broken. She is still confined there in a hospital.
Colonials Eager to Enter Fight Sign To Battle Nazi Facists Senegalese Soldiers Already Battling on Western Front
5 INVOLVED IN ASSAULT CASE The third criminal assault case out of Parkland in nearly as many weeks was brought to trial in the police judge's chambers Tuesday morning when Emma Roberts, 21, of 3508 Dumesnil pointed out William Powell and James Shumake, both of Parkland, as two of the five men who assaulted her September 4 a few yards from the Dreamland Cafe, 36th and Woodlawn. The three other men, Robert Logan, Bookie Thomas, and Ruby Therman, have not been apprehended as this paper goes to press. The Roberts woman claimed that the boys drug her from the cafe, where she was guest at a Labor night dance, to a spot a few yards away and there attacked her. She claimed when she attempted to scream Shumake held his hand over her mouth. She telephoned police the next morning and the officers caught Powell and Shumake. The attorney for the defense waived action to the grand jury and both boys were put under $5,000 bonds. In another case Dayton Mayfield, Jr., was accused by Mary E. Davis, 426 Caldwell, of criminal assault. She testified that after the two left the Dreamland Cafe, the defendant attacked her. The grand jury will hear this case on September 11.
RACE COUNCILMAN DIES IN DANVILLE Danville, Ky., Sept. 15--James L. Donegy, member of the City Board of Council here for 13 years, passed away last Saturday morning from a heart attack. Mr. Donegy, who was 50 years old, was one of the most highly respected citizens of this section. He was elected councilman from the First Ward and was continuously reelected until four years ago. A successful business man, he was an officer of the First Baptist Church.
O'NEAL SUNDAY EVENING SPEAKER Merrit O'Neal, Commonwealth Attorney of Jefferson County, will address the Sunday Evening Club of St. Mary's Church and Power Center, 424 S. 7th Street, Sunday Sept. 17 at 8 o'clock. The public is cordially invited. Wm. H. Hinton, Sec'y.