Orators win at New Haven in ragged State league clash
Bridgeport defeated New Haven 8 to 4 as New Haven pitchers struggled and errors plagued the home club. Bannon drew fines, O Brien booted first error in eight games, and Corcoran, Gibbs, and LaVigne contributed to the tense afternoon. In other action, Pittsburg and New York teams led by 1 to 0 scores and Taft backed Cubs' purchase of the Chicago club. Hartford regained Nutmeg League lead with a 11 to 4 victory over Holyoke.
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Reiley earns another win as Orators rally past challengers
The Orators benefited from Eiley Reiley's steady pitching as he secured another win in a game postponed from yesterday. George Bannon faced discipline after a contentious call with umpire Cullem leading to a fine, while Bridgeport capitalized on a wild throw to score in the fifth.
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Orators Fight for Place as American League News Breaks
Capt John Bunyan leads the Orators with hard work and timely effort as New Haven or the Larks risk bottom positions. The American League notes Chicago White Sox’s win, Detroit and Athletics tied for first, Red Sox lag behind, and Tommy Downey injures ankle. Hugh Fullerton profiles Charles Webb Murphy as Chicago Cubs owner amid decades-old club lore.
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New Haven Journal-Courier
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Clevelands
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Red Sox
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New York
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Cleveland
Hugh Fullerton
Charles Webb Murphy
Chicago Cubs
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Parkville
Will Jeffries and Johnson Fight or Not
The article surveys doubts about a Johnson Jeffries bout despite tentative agreements. It notes wagers, proposed purse splits, weight talks, and delays tied to vaudeville money and booking maneuvers. Promoters Coffroth McCarey McIntosh and Nevada syndicates are lining up bids while venue and terms remain unsettled.
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Sam Berger
Jeffries
New York Sun
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Chicago
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England
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Coffroth
McCarey
Colma
Los Angeles
Hugh D. McIntosh
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Europe
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Vernon
Ketchell May Dodge Langford Bout as Promoter Bids Bets
Newspaper notes uncertainty over Ketchell scheduling a ten round bout with Sam Langford in New York, September 37, with promotor Coffroth reportedly pressing Ketchell for a forty five round match with Papke. California hints promote Ketchell staying west to sidetrack Langford, while officials fear broken agreement could hurt Ketchell’s East support.
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Sam Langford
New York
Britt
California
Coffroth
Papke
Sanford
Fairmont
Jeffries Denies Berger Authority Over Johnson Fight
Plymouth and Chicago reports clash over a Jeffries Johnson bout. James J. Jeffries says no one may bind him without his say, while Sam Berger insists he acted with Jeffries authority and the preliminary agreement stands. Johnson was arrested for speeding on Michigan Avenue and released on bond.
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James J. Jeffries
New York
Sam" Berger
Chicago
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Sam” Berger
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Berger
Michigan Avenue
Sailor Burke Clashes With Willie Lewis Tonight
Sailor Burke and Willie Lewis ready for a ten round bout at the Fairmont A C New York tonight. Promoters expect a crowded arena as fans anticipate a decisive display before Burke aims to earn a shot at Bill Papke and prove his merit in the ring.
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Sailor Burke
Willie Lewis
Fairmont A. C
New York
Bill Papke
Boxers Burke and Lewis Set For Evening Bout Near 150 Pounds
The planned ring clash features Lewis weighing about 146 pounds and Burke at 158 pounds, with each man predicting success. Lewis is a solid hitter and clever, while Burke is a pure slugger who may crack when faced with tough punishment. The bout is slated to start around 10:30 p.m. and will test both fighters’ confidence and stamina.
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Factory League Games slate for Saturday
Factory League schedules for Saturday August 14 list ae versus Birdsey Somers at Seaside Ark ae n vs Ashcroft at Wheeler’s Bullard vn Jennings at M. 4. c. lot.s Games called at 3 30 o'clock. On 02t Wins 4A. Seenthe The Kind You Have Always Bought na Gee
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Seaside Ark
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Ashcroft
Wheeler
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Jennings
Lot
Industrial League Clash Amid Factory Field Day At Sea Side Park
Union Typewriter plans to play tomorrow despite intentions to quit the Industrial league. The game coincides with Bridgeport Brass Co. Mutual Benefit Association field day at Sea Side Park on Steeplechase Island. Yost team delays withdrawal and will decide next week after a two week layoff. Johnson and Wilson lead Yost. Kellogg and Franz lead Bridgeport Brass. First game pits U M C and A B from East Side. Ennis and Moran against Jackel and Jamison. Second match features Crane No 2 vs Warner Brothers with Carter and Lucia on Crane. Liggins and McCormick pitch with White catching for Corset makers. Crane Field hosts Singers vs Crane No 1 to settle old scores after previous meets.
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Steeplechase Island
Yost
Johnson
Wilson
Yost Battery
Kellogg
Franz
Brassies
Seaside Park
Big
Ennis
Moran
Jackel
Jamison
Warner Brothers
Carter and Lucia
Crane Battery
Liggins and McCormick
Crane Field
Crane
Wooster-Atkinson Store Offers Travel Essentials
Advertises a0Ga 1043 1049 Broad Street with ready travel items. Encourages readers to buy now for affordable prices and convenient pickup before trips.
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Meiboss
Batting bursts lift Brass City in Waterbury win
Blansfield and Bert Hazel delivered timely hits as the Brass City beat Bridgeport 4 to 2 in Newfield. Hazel drove in two runs with a fourth inning single and homer threat, while Blansfield added a three-hit night including a homer. Kelly pitched well for Bridgeport, Wallace fanned 12 for Waterbury, and Dempsey also contributed for Waterbury in a tight league opener.
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Bert Hazel
Brass
Park City Coppers
Newfield
Hazel
Bert
Coppers
Waterbury
Kelly
Bridgeport
Wallace
Phil Blanefield
Phil
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Horan
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Homer
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Sey
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Sante
Shannon
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