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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
4
Fragmented report says Federal agents and New York Yankees discussed a one year deal for a pitcher amid unsettled contract talks. Details are unclear but figures mention a $19,900 base with $3,000 incentives.
The Tumington-Tost squads face Ge Allemr trast managed by Put tmnotroy afinrncon at Yost Gurley tees. A $6 team folds into the event with players including Sam Sch saeten and Cray among others. The game begins at 5 20 with local figures McCurmeck and Pian noted for the Rem-Foots presence.
Sunday ball games face opposition from Sew Haven pastors who seek to stop events, arguing they threaten the faith. Report notes disputes among local leaders, with some preaching against the pastime while others back the gatherings as community events. The fray centers on church influence over public recreation and the effect on parishioners.
Jim Corbett predicts a clear win for Johnson over Moran in a looming heavyweight clash during a year when European bouts take center stage. He notes Paris promoters and American backers shape the big Paris match with Breyer and McKettrick steering funds, while Moran seeks a chance to prove himself.
Kid Williams, born in Copenhagen on December 5, 1898, becomes the bantamweight champion. The Baltimore based fighter, who began boxing in Baltimore after moving from Denmark, rose to prominence after a string of impressive performances including defeats of top rivals and a hard charging style.
Westbury June 13 The Meadowbrook Club hosts the opening International Polo series game between England and America. Americans were favored 10 to 6 before the match as the Brits challenged for the international polo cup. Lineups list captains and players for both sides with referees from New Haven and Boston. A separate note reports John J Donahue of Cairo bitten on the leg by a dog while riding near Loréaveras, with the injury treated at a local emergency hospital.
Bridgeport rallies in the ninth to beat New Haven 6 to 5 as Tierney and Senno spark a late surge. Basil Taylor notes intense remarks from manager Bouktes and pitchers Smith and Williams. Smith pitched well six innings before Bridgeport’s late rally, with key hits from Tierney Senno Kerns and Crook.
Rumors swirl that Zimmerman may join the New York Giants soon amid trade chatter. Reports mention Grant and Fromme possibly moving to the Cubs as part of a Bronx exchange, with McGraw noted for strict discipline while debating roster shifts.
Seldom Nas a defeated champion retains his popularity as Bombardier Wells does in England. He has signed a 20 round bout with Colin Bell of Australia in vanden this month with a purse around 10000 dollars. The clash is set for 20 rounds but likely ends by ten. Bell recently beat Joe Jeanette and is favored to defeat Wells due to greater punching power and steadier stamina. The defeats Carpentier handed Wells seem to have eroded his confidence.
Baseball and rowing items dominate as Harry Aubrey shines in the New England league and Yale crews show form on the Thames. Harvard is favored for the big race with odds of ten to one as Bridgeport and Springfield prepare for New London games. Montreal players protest trades, and a cricket tour from Haverford Penn enters England waters. International policing interest grows with King George and King Alfonso signaling via cables.
On June 18 the University of Pennsylvania eight led the time trial, sweeping Crumbow to the finish amid rough water and tide. Stroke Marcy, battling boll illness, showed strong pace as Nickalls’ crew pressed hard. Dan Galbys was hospitalized after a crane incident. his condition was not serious.
Chicago June 1s Lalit players end the Watters of the National as il American leagues lead. Walker and Wier among top American batters with high averages. Philadelphia clubs top team batting in both leagues, Nationals ahead of New York, Detroit. Mates of New York leads in bases. J O GMM, Mount Sterling aviator, killed after parachute fail. James C McReynolds named Tennessee Bar president.
On the eve of the first international polo test between America and England at Meadow Brook Long Island the odds favor the cup defenders. British players grabbed the jump and won the opening contest while experts note the British team has not yet formed a cohesive unit with Major Barrett likely to ride a top horse and feature in the action as seasoned players prepare for tough competition.
The Reds intend to send Marsans to Chicago, with discussions hinting at an outfield position. Herrmann offers 35,000 if teammates secure money under a new contract, while a potential jump to St Louis looms. Chicago arrangements and reporting on the deal are expected to follow.
A garbled baseball recap mentions umpire "Jim" Jehncoe, fan reactions, and calls out players including Pop Anson and Eye Cobb. It hints at scoring, attendance, and upcoming plans, with scattered names like Keener and Carrigan. The text is heavily corrupted but preserves a sports-reporting flavor from a bygone era.
Report from a dramatic boxing night highlights British boxers prevailing in a French bout and an international match. The event featured a London champion and a French opponent, with the crowd cheering the British side as the strongest in the card.
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