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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1913
Page
10
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Officials report that major leagues fail to sign federal stars as the National Commission enforces star contracts to limit participation. The Chicago First Week League delayed reporting to the league office for several weeks, while federal players with major agency ties are deemed ineligible under the new policy.
Partial readable lines show NL activity easing in Philadelphia with teams Leake and Beeton mentioned. The fragment hints at game notes or standings, but details are unclear. Entities include Philadelphia, Leake, Beeton, and general NL references.
The report notes a Borinuntiet venue for a two game series featuring Batyowest and New London with results pending and no final scores provided.
Lowell Massachusetts July 10 acceptance of the cheek offer of 3500 dollars by President Charles A Comiskey of the Chicago American League baseball club for the services of Tom Daly catcher of the Towell team was telegraphed yesterday by President Andrew Resch of the local club As the Boston Red Sox have entered a claim for Daly s services it is possible the National Board of Arbitration may be called upon to adjust the matter
Dintinmat July 10. Sack Gina sock the great shortstop of thirty years ago is a carpenter in Wheeling West Virginia. Ole Jack, now wearing the sixty Turk was one of the merry spenders and best of his wealth remaining. He owns a nice home and gets enough contracts to keep him comfortable, while his health is good and he is a great favorite with the jovial fans for Wheeling. What a remarkable star was old Pebbly Jack. He could cover ground with the best of them, his throwing arm was strong, and the first basemen were frightened to death. For nearly twenty years he was a star at the short field and there have been few if any who were inferior.
New Haven officials announce a state AAU championship track meet for July 26 under the New Haven A A. A. The event will attract top athletes from across Connecticut, with unattached entrants allowed and clubs able to enter multiple competitors. Winners earn points toward a statewide championship trophy, and details including registration blanks are available from the secretary in New York City and the director of games in New Haven.
Detroit July 10 report on manager shifts in the American League cites Stovall’s handling and owner tensions with Ban Johnson and George Nela. It notes Browns owner Robert Hedges’ stance after a Detroit win and Birmingham's aggressive moves with the Naps, promising calmer actions ahead. Separate vests or waistcoats to coats are popular.
Bridgeport slappers win 6 to 3 at New field behind strong pitching by Williams and solid defense. Stow Bowman and Boukites lead with two hits each as Bridgeport counters Waterbury with timely hitting and errorless fielding.
In Bridgeport action this week two base hits by Shes and Stow with Bits Hickey contributing a three bagger. Wamonson added a sacrifice hit and Robertaille reached on a state base. Bridgeport led 6 to 5 over Waterbury with 1 1/2 hours elapsed and an attendance around 400.
Bridgeport reports a new outfielder, formerly with the Red Sox, will report Monday after negotiations with Dooin of Philadelphia. Manager Cross hints at more players in exchange for Stankard and notes improvements in the batting lineup, with several prospects slated for trials and upcoming matches against Springfield.
The Young Men’s Christian Association has expanded tennis facilities on Colorado Avenue. Eight years of tennis effort helped launch the largest club yet and the silver cup tournament begins as players compete in a handicap event. Names such as Harold, Delehanty, Adam Evee, and Dr. R. Warren Hall appear as entrants with hopes to reach the finals within three weeks.
Annunciata Malafronte, thirteen, caught a foul ball hit by Dotta Miller during the Brooklyn Cincinnati game at Ebbets Field yesterday. Empire Quigley later presented her with a real big league ball as a souvenir amid a crowd of six thousand parochial students and roaring cheers.
Havre France July 10 Jack Johnson the colored pugilist arrived here and announced on landing that he would never return to the United States He said he would reside in Paris Washington D C Government attorneys expressed no regret over the pledge Officials had considered asking France to deport him but decided to let the case run its course The view was there could be no objection to his absence and if he ever returns the sentence would be enforceable with approval
Cleveland July 19 The $5,000 stake headlines today's card at the Grand Circuit meet with a field of twelve in the event. Baron Delfray is a favorite alongside 1911 winner Baden as Evelyn W and Don Densmore lead the sweepstakes entrants. The program also features 2:14 trot and 2:15 pace classes, while weather and track conditions aim to keep the oval in prime condition for a strong racing day.
A newly patented truss avoids understraps and hip pressure and can be worn in the bath. The Comfort Truss Co sells units with a 36 day trial from Office 208 Warner Building Bridgeport. Hours are 10 to 12 mornings Sundays 10 to 2 and 3 pm.
Amateur baseball notes from East Bridgeports and nearby teams. The East Bridgeports face Fairfields Sunday at Psirfield grounds while Supples debuts in an East Bridgeport uniform. The Westerns may schedule a Sunday game, and Gus Goeble reportedly retires from play prompting Pep Moran to seek a new second baseman. The Rosebuds meet the Park Citys Sunday as the Athletics seek a Sunday tilt at Yellow Mill Park.
Nottingham July 10 The American and German tennis teams completed last practice sessions ahead of the second round of the Dwight F Davis International Lawn Tennis Cup, as weather hampered early rounds. Forecasts favor the American lineup though Germany’s Otto Froitzheim, rated by some as the world’s steadier player, looms as a key foe for E McLoughlin. Oscar Kreutzer’s Wimbledon form raises questions about his prospects against Norris Williams of Philadelphia.
The Hong Kong press notes a surge in Chinese boxing activity as queues fade and beer flows, with a growing pool of Chinese and other Orientals training in clubs. It records ambition for a Chinese world heavyweight and lists early 20th century bouts and notable fighters, including Togo, Hosen, and Sing, while noting modest American exposure.
Knights of Columbus prepare for a parade and cornerstone laying at St James Church Stratford next Sunday. Members from Park City Cecil Calvert Cordove Aragon and John F Rogers councils plus Philip Sheridan Assembly will meet at 7 pm then ride by trolley to Stratford for a 2 pm parade forming at Hardn Corner. Wheeler Wilson Band to perform during religious exercises at the church. Fourth Degree will present without swords but with canes in their dress. Jones Rogers Council meets tonight.
Boston, July 10 10 ie reguen scene as Jean McAleer president and Jake Stahl McAngor of the Red Box enter a contest for control of the team. In Chicago the owners McAloor Stall Secretary McRoy H Randie and W F Maher are involved. The dispute centers on blame over alleged undermining of the manager and possible war among Benton interests.
Obscure 19th century notes recount Art Simms, former boxing champion of Akron, Ohio, his rise as a top middleweight, notable bouts in the 1850s, and late career public attention. The fragmentary record mentions his bouts, rivals, and the era’s sports culture, with hints of later life and a tumultuous public image.
Rome July 10 The court orders a fresh trial in the Gould case involving the Trae de THe Fremd and the Count’s cousin. The decree notes the wife’s marriage remained contested and questions the credibility of testimony, while the proceedings focus on the implications for inheritance and family honor.
Incomplete OCR fragment references Kelly house surface details about a continuing wage matter and a local project near Brogoesd. The text hints at a May event and a school involvement but lacks clear actions or outcomes.
Ad page fragment lists various notice items and informal classifieds with unclear names and topics. The readable parts include mentions of notices, sides, and potential names, but concrete details are missing to form a clear event or person-centered card.
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