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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1926

Page

9

Delaney Wins World Light Heavyweight Title in Bridgeport Fight

Boxer Jack Delaney defeats Pant Berlenbach in a 15 round decision to become the world light heavyweight champion. Delaney suffers a fractured thumb in round six yet dominates with a sharp left hook and strong body work. The bout attracts a record gate and a large orderly crowd while betting and gambling on Coney Island are under investigation.

Brooklyn Jack Delaney Bridgeport Dean Paul Berlenbach Asia Tor Ifrench-Caminchian Ea Ant Boxing Rte Umbero J. Fn Astute Dex Janey Delaney Paul Berlenbach Jarks Nerienbach Hig Chin Berlen Leiy Delan Astoria Jed Cantesia Borlenbach Evement Fogazy Aney Tex Rickard Laa&t Coney

Baseball scores and standings from a chaotic recap

A United Press recap shows multiple games across the American and National Leagues. Highlights include the Browns edging the White Sox 3 to 2, the Red Sox sweeping two wins, the Tigers beating the Athletics 4 to 2, and the Giants beating the Cubs 9 to 2 as Grimm homer. Cardinals over Phillies 7 to 3.

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Grange Quits Movies Returns to Ice Truck Work

Grange declares he is quitting the film life and returning to Wheaton to drive one of Thompson's ice trucks for $18 weekly. He says movies are not for him and blasts the make up and kissing scenes, though he completed The Malt Trick and may work again if producers hire him.

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Home Town Welcomes Champion Pelaney in Bridgeport

Bridgeport crowds gathered at the station as Jack Pelaney the new light heavyweight world champion arrived home from New York. City officials planned a reception at City Hall after the rites this afternoon. Pelaney reported feeling fine after a training morning and breakfast, and had spent the night at manager Pete Reilly’s Brooklyn home. He called on County Clerkells before leaving for Bridgeport, giving photographers access for photos.

Bringesport Conn Bridgeport Jack Pelaney New York City Hall Delaney Jhs Pete Reilly Brooklyn County Clerkelles Tiina

Chandler Wins Rhode Island Championship

Chandler of Berkeley and partner Hu P Fodward won the Rhode Island state tennis title. Martha Bayard beat Mrs Endicott for the women’s singles 6 1 6 1. White and Thalheimer won men’s doubles 12 10 6 5 0 8. Bayard and Godfrey captured women’s doubles 7 5 6 2.

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Chicago Bulletin Reports Ban Johnson Illness

Ban Johnson president of the American Baseball League is undergoing treatment at a Chicago hospital for a lingering jury problem. Vic hopes to return home Monday. Helen Wills, national women's tennis champion, expected to practice today at Forest Hills after an operation in Paris for appendicitis.

Chicago Ban Johnson Vic Helen New York Helen Wills Forest Hills Paris

Studebakers Hold Off Jostens In Pitchers Duel

Christy limited Jostens to two hits as the Studebakers edged the league leaders 2 to notches in a tight seven inning game. Sweeney matched Christy with strong pressure while fielding and defense kept both sides scoreless through the early innings.

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Helen Wills In Good Form Despite Illness

In Glouster the Eastern Ohio League showdown for third place features Barneaville against the American Legion with tense racing for top five. Wills’s form and recent operations for other players are noted as teams adjust, while local clubs push toward key matches and athletic vigour remains high.

Helen Wills the Marne Ilka Glouster Barneavilte American Legion Hocton Zatesville Lonors Newark Towuther Jlsrry Thasp Micky Gianan Hip Corbin Ag. Hip Houndy

Ohio woman golfer Tonie Fort wins Ohio championship

Tonie Fort of Youngstown defeats Martha Kinsey to claim the Ohio women's golf title. The report notes Fort's upset victory and details from the championship event.

Ohio Toledo Tonie Fort ‘Wyca Youngstown Martha Kinsey Cineianati

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