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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1909

Page

8

National Pastime Live Tips On Baseball Debut At Polo Grounds

Roger Bresnahan made his managerial debut at the Polo Grounds guiding the Giants to a victory over the re je cted unit. He was presented with a silver loving cup at a banquet with a punch bowl. Yesterday’s results featured Northampton 6 Bridgeport 1 and Holyoke 18 Springfield 1 with Holyoke set to visit New Britain and Bridgeport at Holyoke. Hartford’s win relied on six hits, a walk, an error, and timely hitting. Schoolchildren admitted free to City Officials Telegram game at Newfield Thursday. Tom Downey contributed in a Cincinnati victory while Bill Powell’s return to Springfield is doubtful. Home runs remained frequent with six off Springfield pitchers yesterday at Holyoke. Carl Gardner is sidelined with an ankle sprain from last week’s game. Manager Hanna faces a large task as Daringer’s origin and the Three I league deal unfold. Northampton, rebuilding, will face Newfield Park with Tony Pastor and Eddie Bridges among the lineup. McCarthy to pitch tomorrow.

Roger Bresnahan Giants Polo Grounds Roger Bill Powell Pittsburg Springfield Bill Earl Holyoke Pulpville Newfield Park Hanna Daringer Hartford Dubuque

Connecticut sportsmen push to codify laws and unite

Two Connecticut sportsmen urged residents to back a state Sportsmen's Association to codify game laws, repeal inactive statutes, and improve enforcement. The plan aims to conserve birds and fish, foster better relations among sportsmen, and unify efforts under a parent organization to promote efficiency and prevent legal evasion.

Washington A. Case Secy

Orators Were No Problem In Northampton

The Meadow Larks routed Jim O'Rourke's Orators 6 to 1 in Northampton on May 25. Rube Pollard started for the visitors, replaced by Romer in the third after three hits. Romer held them for five innings as Bridgeport totaled 11 hits but failed to convert. Plank fanned 11 and Wade's two throws helped prevent additional baserunning. Bourquin and Kocher starred for the visitors.

Northampton Meadow Larks Jim O'Rourke Rube” Pollard Romer Bridgeport Plank Wade Bourquin Kocher E. Pastor Po. O'Hara Yale Golden Finn Scanlon Bridges Bridg Sport Po. E Philadelphia R.H.E Steimhauser R. A Bannon Cincinnati Hilt Covelski McQuillan Dosin Fromme Roth Ladd Phelan Miller Coy Plolard Pollard Bridgeport & Scanlon Pastor Bridge Steinhauser Hill Phe Jane Miller Cher Cullen Ee

National League scores and Industrial League games listed

National League results from New York Boston and Brooklyn show varied scores and battery pairings for St Louis New York Boston and Chicago Brooklyn games. Industrial League Saturday schedules include American British Co U M C Co and others with game times at Newfield Seaside Yost Field Crane Field and other venues.

Industrial League American & British Co Singer Mfg. Co Newfield Bot. Brass Co Seaside Union Typewriter Co Warner Brothers Co Yost Field Crane Valve Co Crane Field

Jeffries Hints at Langford Johnson Match Favors English Fight

In remarks last night Jeffries praised Langford as a top fighter and doubted a Johnson bout will happen. promoter Hugh McIntosh urged fair bidding and England or Australia as venues, but Johnson prefers earning in his homeland. Jeffries plans a baseball game with White Sox utility men, while Corbett returns as pitcher.

Langford Johnson Jeffries Sam Berger Hugh McIntosh McIntosh England Australia James Corbett Jeff White Sox Jim Corbett

Langford Beats Hague In Fourth Round For Easy Money

London May 25 Sam Langford the Boston Negro defeated Ian Hague the English heavyweight champion in the fourth round. He weighed 160 pounds and proved size is no barrier. Langford’s right hand ended the bout and he hinted at seeking matches in Paris against McVey Parry Ferguson and Jeanette. The undercard saw Jimmy Walsh and Digger Stanley fight to a controversial decision.

United Press London Sam Langford Ian Hague Langford Hague London Fighting Fraternity Jack Johnson Boston Johnson Sam Paris McVey Parry Ferguson Jeanette Jimmy” Walsh Stanley Walsh

American League Scores From Chicago Cleveland and Detroit

In Chicago the Cubs beat New York 5 to 4 with Eleventh inning runs. Cleveland toppled Philadelphia 6 to 2 behind sharp pitching and timely hits. Detroit defeated Washington 10 to 1 as Summers and Schmidt led the battery duo and Altrock contributed at the plate.

Cleveland R.H.E. Cleveland Philadelphia Young Easterly Dyigert Vickers Livingstone Detroit R.H.E. Detroit Washington Summers Schmidt Altrock Smith Blankenship

Amateur baseball clash with Crane Valve teams at Crane Field

In a preliminary to Crane Valve Co shows No 2 office team faces No 1 Reserves at Crane Field Saturday with bets on the result. The No 1 Reserves list a strong batting order led by Rooney Scane Sullivan Blake MceLaughlin Milius Baxter Russell Curran and Curran aided by Diver Flynn the Apple sisters Bodwell and others as officials. Next Sunday Equa Club vs Night Riders at Meadows with special cars from the lower bridge. Nukies exit Park City League to Come Quick Club.

Crane Valve Co Crane Field F. Rooney James Scane The Clovers J. H. Sullivan Shamrocks R.j J. Blake Milo MceLaughlin Fred Milius William Baxter Rosies S.s Percy Russell Smiler Curran Mollies J. P. Diver Thomas Flynn Apple Seedie Cora A. Bodwell George Brady Benny Lee Messrs. Conners Callender Equa Club Carr Equas F. Musante H. Becker W. Smith J. Youngs T. Meath C F G. Garaventi Geo. Mara C. F J. Kearns D. Sweeney J. Mitchell EB. Snader T. Carr C. Jewett R. Nichols C. Murphy C.f Noungs R.f D. Spafford

Baseball Scores and Standings From Yesterday’s Games

National and American League results show St Louis 4 New York 1 and Chicago 4 Brooklyn 3 among others. Standings list St Louis 43 13 0.633 and Detroit 31 20 11 among key clubs. Postponement noted for St Louis at Boston due to rain.

P.C Ames Schedul Rk Detroit Philadelphia Boston New York Chicago St. Louis Cleveland Washington

Local Lodges Schedule June Memorial and Anniversary Events

In local lodge rooms tonight activity centers on unity and remembrance. On June 14 Freundschaft Rebekah Lodge will hold a memorial meeting for dead members with a committee led by Mrs. Joseph Kaussler and others. Court Burnham F of A reports a 25 prize draw winner. Lady Howe Council marks the 16th anniversary of its D of L. Pioneer lodge and Queens Victoria anniversary observances follow with performances by John Knighton and several local contributors.

Freundschaft Rebekah Lodge Joseph Kaussler John Baum John Roth George Lammerbirth Henry Clary John Schoenwalter M. Guncenhauser Adolph Bonner John Miller D. OF L. Lady Howe Council D. of L

Jeff Wants Langford to Fight Johnson Outcome Looms

Chicago May 25 Champion Jim Jeffries expressed joy after learning Sam Langford defeated Ian Hague. The report notes Langford’s victory and hints at a future Langford vs Johnson bout, reflecting boxing expectations and public interest in a major match.

Jeff Langford Johnson United Press Chicago Jim Jeffries Sam Langford Ian Hague

Brooklawn Tennis Tournament Opens With Noted Entrants

Brooklawn Country Club launches its annual tournament with the event to begin at 3 pm after a noon completion. Many well known entrants have been added. observers expect exceptional play. The strong field may lead to decisive matches as the draw is set.

Brooklawn Country Club

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