Waterbury Downs and Bridgeport Clash in 20 Round Bout
Waterbury Downs hosted Bridgeport yesterday in a long 20 round contest with Leach Cross and Joe Rivers noted as possible next opponents. The game, part of a plan shaping Cross Rivers winner to meet Willie Ritchie on Labor Day, featured tight pitching by Lefty Boardman and strong defense. Bridgeport’s Blossom Blum endured anti batting to keep Waterbury score tied until late, while Boukes led Bridgeport with three timely hits. Waterbury gained two runs in the second and held on, eventually winning 6 to 3 amid 400 fans at Reidville.
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Blossom Blum Tops Local Pitching Records
The article notes Blossom Blum of the Crossmen leading local pitchers with 14 wins and six losses, followed by Dick Tuckey with 18 and six. Steve White of New Haven holds the best Hastern association filinger record but has faced heavy scoring in recent games.
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Sacramento Player Heir to Four Million Rumors Fly
Sacramento, Aug 5 Bill Kenworthy second baseman for the Sacramento club has learned he is heir to 4 000 000 dollars. Speculation runs from remaining in baseball to owning a franchise and serving as player manager. Possible lavish options include hiring a major league club to train with him and buying a newspaper to publish notices.
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Arthur Thompson Birthday Celebration Noted
A birthday gathering at 237 Goddard Avenue honored Arthur Thompson with a home reception Saturday. Friends enjoyed a collation, then games and vocal selections led by Mr. and Mrs. Clark at the piano. Attendees included Misses Maud Thompson Florence D and others from Stew Haven, Law Ponce, and surrounding areas.
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Lush Praises Pepe Nagie In New Haven Pittsfield Game
Billy Lush former Yale coach acting as Yankees scout watched New Haven and Pittsfield play. He praised Joe Pepe and Johnnie Nagie as deserving of higher company while noting Frank Chance faces a hard task building a winning New York Americans club with a solid nucleus from other clubs and veteran players to support young prospects. Shirt and Straw Hat Sale at Leyford Brothers.
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New London Teams Reel Infielders And Big League Buzz
Manager Gene McCann returns Joe Briggs to New London fold after three hits for the Plant ers against Springfield. Cubs buy Stewart from Indianapolis. Australian cricketers note cricket rising in Canada while vaudeville star Arthur Petty makes money and eyes a 20 round California bout with Jess Willard or Gunboat Smith. Sam Kennedy leads Fer tery ahead of schedule. Meriden adds players. Jake Stahl may move to Chicago Americans. Crossmen, Kennedy crowd, and Maisel trade chatter dominate. Waterbury hosts Friday game as Bridgeport woes persist and New Haven clings to lead while Pepe’s injury hurts.
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Shrubb Prefers Silence on Coaching Prospects
New York August 5 Alf Shrubb the famed distance runner resists discussion on potential coaching role saying he prefers to keep things to himself as news of a possible arrangement circulates.
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Coombs Returns to Mack's Team
Philadelphia Aug 5 Fans cheer as Jack Coombs, the Iron Man, resumes throwing for Connie Mack's Athletics after recovering from typhoid fever. He last pitched April 11 and has been sidelined since opening day. His return suggests possible game action on short notice despite a lengthy illness and a race to regain form.
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Hofman Likely To Join Yankees In 1914
Nashville report says Artie Hofman, in a comeback role with the Southern League club, is likely to be with the New York Yankees in 1914. Frank Chance reportedly asked Hofman to finish the season in the minors and, if showing old form, be purchased by the Yankees. Hofman insists on not being sold to a National League team and wants to rejoin Chance in New York.
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Jack Twin Sullivan Still Ready to Fight
Veteran boxer Jack Twin Sullivan, active since 1898, remains a top draw in midweight to heavyweight bouts. His 150 plus fights include clashes with Barney Sears and One-Round-Davis, with a forthcoming bout against Soldier Kearns on August 22. He plans another westward trip if he defeats Kearns, eyeing Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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Boxing Contenders Weigh In Ahead of Thanksgiving Showdown
The piece outlines rivalries among fighters including Gunboat Smith, Jim Flynn, Charlie Miller, and Pelkey as they seek matches and championship chances. Talks of future bouts, potential matchups between Canadians and Californians, and possible title implications are discussed amid shifting plans for a white heavyweight title bout and challengers lingering for opportunities.
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Highest priced pitcher on coast shocks with price tag
Sacramento fans value Johnny Williams at 12000 dollars as the coast’s top pitching talent,-$1000 more than the Giants paid for the Rube. Charley Dooin and several big league managers show interest, eyeing a move this season before Williams ages or graduates to the majors. Williams is regarded as one of the coast’s best hurlers.
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