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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1919
Page
10
The Acorn Club unveils a September 30 card featuring Leonard Leonard and Tendler as headline attractions. Ed Fitzsimmons and Louis Bogash also headline, with a stacked undercard including Edde Zuestwhons and other local fighters.
The Telegram Invincibles clash with the Post Has-Beens this afternoon at Connie Lewis athletic field. Airing lineup remains unannounced but the Invincibles aim for a win as they chase a strong finish this season.
The Crimson squad from Cambridge faces a reduced roster with key players sidelined. Head coach Bob Fiste plans a cautious opener against Bases Saturday as injuries thin the line. End players weigh about 70 pounds and the unit averages 350 pounds on the line, while the team averages 13 points.
Annapolis September 28 The Naval Academy football team under Coach Dose is progressing rapidly with several substitutes getting chances to earn starting spots. The coach aims to field a practical lineup by mid season and believes the squad can work into shape for key tests ahead.
A puzzling OCR fragment shows the Pirates defeating the Tigers in Detroit with a 91 to 23 score. Named details are garbled, but the page references players, teams, and possible statistics, indicating a sports box or recap from a bygone game.
A stream of colorful town observations from September 23 cover law changes, baseball chatter, and local characters. References include pros on typewriters, money talks, and eccentric quotes about fans, players, and reporters, with a vivid snapshot of civic and sports culture.
News from Boston confirms Harry Hooper has signed a 1920 contract with the Red Sox. Hooper, a stalwart outfielder, has been with Boston since 1909 and continues to anchor the lineup.
The Cornell Dartmouth football game scheduled for City College of Sanford Stadium will be played at the Polo Grounds on October 25 after alumni requests for a larger grandstand. Lincoln AL plans to play a 600 pound team in the city, with a listed squad of players and fans urged to call Noble for seating.
A horse racing card at Columbus features Red Bon battling in heats with tight finishes while riders and officials prepare for upcoming stak es events. In Chicago St Louis, a double header ends with Cubs overcoming early deficit and managers imposing fines amid tense seventh inning action.
New Haven Conn Sept 23 Announcement said Benny Leonard and Lew Tendler have signed articles for a fifteen round no decision bout to be held in the state on Thanksgiving Day. Multilab noted the match and location for the title fight days ahead.
Paris September 3 The council of revision declared itself unable to rule on a new trial for Piett Lenon execution for conveying military intelligence to the enemy. The docket was sent to the Justice Department for possible referal to the high court as the case continues amid ongoing military justice debates.
Promoters press ahead with meetings between Iklaby Bogash and Klaby to crown a welterweight champion in Lew England. Negotiations include filmings of gate split and weight terms, with a potential bout on Columbus Day weekend. Attending promoters weigh risks of social backlash and large attendance forecasts while other matchups and local boxing chatter unfold.
The Reds and White Sox are set for the World Series as pennant races wind down. Reds hold an edge with strong form and veteran stars Moran Gleason and Williams trusted to lead, while White Sox rely on steady pitching and fresh bats to counter.
St Paul club clinched the pennant of the American Association by winning one game of a doubleheader against Columbus. They lead Kansas City by four games with ten to play. the Blues trail by ten as they fight to catch up. If Paul loses all remaining seven games, they still win the season title.
Wesleyan opened its football practice with veterans in uniform and new players. Coach Lorme from Michigan College of Vines leads the squad while Andrus Mell handles duties. a captain will be chosen soon.
The High School Athletic Association reports funds improving at Badencit High School with over $2100 raised so far. Weather hinders outdoor practice. plans for indoor events depend on gym access and equipment availability.
Entries for the Danbury dog show have closed as organizers promise rich cash prizes, touted as the richest in the region. The event, led by superintendent 10 West Porteth Street, will feature a first-ever lineup from multiple clubs, with total prize value surpassing thousands. The show will be staged at Seacn County Keane Clay, Mackensterh NJ Golf Club, and other regional venues, drawing entrants from New York City area and nearby counties.
The article discusses proposals to ease the world food shortage by improving distribution, transport, and production. It argues that with proper planning and cooperation, food prices can stabilize and export capacity can meet demand, avoiding shortages.
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