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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1916

Page

7

Thirteen Inning Thriller Won By Yankees

A long extra inning game saw the Yankees prevail in a 13 inning battle. Key moments included Babe Ruth’s late scoring threats, a pivotal thirteenth inning rally led by Hartzell and Mazes, and strong relief work from Shawkey as the Yankees edged the Tigers in a chaotic contest marked by misplays and bold baserunning.

Momion Desovan Red Soxcot Fishers Moam Tle Babe Sithoush Gris Sues Yankees Ome Gacait Lee Gregg Hartzell Jonesj Malsel Jones Krank Baker Jos Gedbit Ei Hartel Sam Agnew Hart- Thied Trevitadts Walter Pipp Bul Ole Ny Hooper Het Pissent Baker Gedeon -xl Rome

Yale Triumphs Over Georgetown in Fast Contested Match

Yale defeated Georgetown in a brisk game with key plays by Wetdemen and Molden. Georgetown’s Sebring and Cantweill contributed late strong moves as the teams traded baskets, with Garreld active throughout the matchup.

Yale Georgetown Cantweill Joyce Regutee Feya Red Samme Garreld Thros

California Students Raise Fund to Send Stanford Crew East

About 2000 students will be asked for contributions of 2 each to support the Stanford crew trip east. Alumni are expected to cover the remaining costs. The fund aims to defray expenses for the crewmen attending the event held in Poughkeepsie.

Aalifornia Stanford Crew East

Notable Ring Fights Mix Defeats and Departures

The report chronicles legendary boxing contests featuring Steve O'Donnell and Kilrain, with references to past bouts against Jem Smith and Abe Almond. It notes retirements, declines, and shifting rivalries, including Donnell and Frank Slavin, plus vague allusions to Kid McCoy and other contemporaries shaping the era.

Steve O'Donnell Jake Coney Islandia Steve Kilrainee Eirain Iter Jem Smith Ty John L. Baltivan Beck Donnell Thies Abe Alin Balere Frank Slavin Wilk Pau Vine

George Chip and Kayo Moran Set For Next Boxing Card

Promoter Pastime A. C. showcases former champion George Chip in a May 15 bout at the Casino with Sailor Grande likely as challenger. Moran from Bridgeport to appear in a semi final, with Wil liam seeking an opponent. Other undercard bouts and arena plans noted, including backstops for five trunks courts and park renovations slated by late May.

George Chip Wap A.C Kid Williams Sailor Grande Dan Morgan Grande Grands Wold Johnny Howard Sys Salmaty Howard Eayo Moran Pride Bridgeport Semmi-Fnal William Will Moran Mallretard

Former Harvard baseball coach sues for salary

Boston May 6 Dr Frank J Sexton of Brookline former Harvard baseball coach sues Harvard University in Superior Court for 2000 dollars claiming nonpayment for 1915 and a balance of 900 dollars due him. He says he was employed Oct 1912 under contract overseen by team captain and graduate treasurer.

Boston Frank J. Sexton Brooklite Harvard Harvard Baseball Committee Barrett Wendell, Jr Ron Sexton Harvard Nine Harvard Athletic Association W. F. Gereelon Percy D. Haughton Fred Mitchell Braves

Yale Varsity Rowing Team Withdrawn From Spring Regatta

New Haven Conn May 6 All three Tale Varsity crews were withdrawn from the spring regatta this afternoon. Coach Guy Nickalls kept them on the Housatonic River for practice instead of taking them to New Haven. The race featured Springfield High School and Choate School. The Yale class championship races were rowed with the winner to meet Harvard two weeks later on the Charles River.

New Maven, Conn Tale Guy Nickels Housatonic New Maven Barber Springfield High

Champion Aberg and Stecher Sign To Wrestle New York

Graeco-Roman champion Aberg and catch-as-catch-can star Stecher signed with Washington Park club for a finish two out of three falls title match. The bout is planned for this summer in open air at Washington Park in Brooklyn. Date to be announced. promoters in several cities pursued the clash.

New York Alexander |Ee Joe Steaher Washington Park Sts Washington Park Brooklyn Abere Stecher Aberg

Young Ahearn Outpoints Zulu Kid in Hard Fought Bout

In New York May 24, Young Ahearn edged Zulu Kid by a narrow margin over 10 rounds at the New York A. C. The early surge by Zulu Kid nearly ended the bout in round one as Ahearn absorbed heavy blows before recovering. Zulu Kid fired wild flurries that left him open and briefly tilted the contest.

New York Ahearn New York A. C Canvay John Bull

Hal Chase Heads National League Leading Hitters

Hal Chase leads the National League batting averages at .438 with Cincinnati atop team hitting. Heins Groh adds 31 total bases and 13 runs scored. Daubert McHenry Robertson and Alexander among top batters. In the American League Ty Cobb and Detroit riders push, with Dube leading at .444 and Detroit atop club hitting.

Chicago Hal Chase Chase Cincinnati Heins Groh Saier Walliams Cubs Daubert Brooklyn McHenry Robertson New York Alexander Philsdelphia Earned Meadows St. Louis Jast Tigers Graney Cleveland Worth Felsch Ors Veach Detroit Shotten Rums Pases Dobue Henry Washington Baltimore Clemens Redmond Ritter

Giants Seek Waivers On Big Rube Benton

New York on May 6 reports Ruth Benton of Clinton North Carolina will be dropped from the Giants payroll. Johan McGraw has asked for waivers as Benton has battled arm trouble and poor results this season. He may be sent to Rochester after a stint with the second team to regain form.

New York Ruth Benton Vitcher Clinton N.C Giants Johan McGraw Cincinnati Reds Rube Benton Fenton Newark Superbas Boston McGraw Rwbe Rochester Pittsburgh Uso Macon Chattanooge

Baseball Notes From The Giants And Yankees

Baseball writers discuss Burns Rariden Knott for the Giants and Nanamaker High Gedeon Gilhooley Magee for the Yankees in the 100 class. Clarence Rowland benches Zo Terry. Weaver returns. McMullen trials at third as Terry tests nerve in championship games. Western American League teams head east next week. Moran and Chance linked to Phillies’ future.

Burns Rariden Knott Giants Nanamaker High Gedeon Gilhooley Magee Yankees Robins Sen Otto Miller Daubert Moore S. Smith Clarence Rowland Zo Terry Weaver McMullen California Terry Red Sox Washingtons

Bridgeport Signs Jake Roultes to Boost Infield

Bridgeport manager Ball signed third baseman Jake Roultes, known for 1913 1914 days with fans, to join the club and play tomorrow against Lynn. Roultes, who batted .248 in 38 Western league games with St Joseph, travels from St Louis American Park ready to hit. The Hustlers name chosen by a writers committee after a contest. Edward Buswell won a season pass.

Wagner Jolly Jake Roultes Ball Bridgeport Jake Lynn Boukes Boultes St Joseph St. Louis American Park Tall Louis Pieper Harvard Oufielder Daley Gleason Tor’ Springfield Marty Walsh Reiger The Hustlers Edward Buswell Wood Avenue Frown Buswell Peter Dietrich James Street Oscar P. Berger East Main Street Kingston Hamilton Worcester

National League Games Today in Major Cities

The schedule lists Boston at New York Philadelphia at Brooklyn Cincinnati at St Louis Chicago at Pittsburgh with all games set to challenge key pennant contenders. The matches feature classic baseball rivalries across the league map.

Games Today Boston New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Cincinnal St Louis Chicago i Pittsburen Cincinnati Pittsburs Bereneen Sean Seat Pittsburen Pittsburgh

Martin Stops Bridgeport Streak In Tight Win

Southern Association win featured pitcher Martin holding Bridgeport to avert a six game skid. Worcester’s bats sparked in the late innings as Maloney scored and the defense clamped down, with key hits from Linbaager and Thomsen supporting the late rally.

Martin Bridgeport

Baseball Standings Shuffle Across League Cities

American League matchups set with New York at Boston Washington at Philadelphia Cleveland at Chicago and St Louis at Detroit reflecting schedule pairings across major cities.

Chicago Cleveland Detroit EL St Louis Peasatao Boston New York I .Washington i. c Clevelana St. Louis Philadelphia

Big Leaguers After Meany School Pitcher

New York reports top clubs chase 18 year old Meany, a high school pitcher from 21 straight wins in season play. Giants scouts and other teams pursue his contract option as Meany attracts league interest amid strong early performance.

New York Elin Atx Ramen Bra Aine Walle Hoyt Wie Ee Ursiaue Giants Meany Jim Sylter Lars Kagellee

Health Board Transfers Funds for Salaries Amid Debate

The health board and board of education approved transfers to cover salaries despite protests from Frank E Clark and Percy P Anderson. Dr. Robert Lynch condemned the move as political and foolish while others argued payrolls needed for two additional inspectors and a supervising nurse. About 4000 dollars moved from charities repairs to deficiency and general fund as part of bookkeeping.

Health Board Charities Department Board of Education Frank E Clark Robert Lynch Lynch Health Board Percy P. Anderson Frank Clark M. J. Busch Ler Siemund Loewith Pcs London Lawrence Lowell

Cornell Wills From Fatt Columbia Tear

Fragmentary game notes describe a late inning push by Columbia and a tense scene involving police interest. Key names appear garbled but reference a college baseball clash, a tenth inning play, and mentions of guards or officers at a sporting event.

Columbia Iors Coiba Fe Ras Crrnen Smith Soreea

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