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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1918

Page

14

Greb Chip bout draws Bridgeport boxing buzz

Speculation runs high over a April 16 middleweight clash at the Casino between Harry Greb of Pittsburgh and George Chip of Newcastle Pa. promoters say Chip’s manager Jimny Pine aims for a knockout but expect a brutal, fast slugfest with both men known as clever boxers.

Roger Ferrl Harry Greb Juytsburgh George Chip Newcastle Chip Jimny Pime Pennsylvania Billy Hogan Bridgeport Billy Harry Aith Lons Greb Cincinnati George Gred Hogan

Cochran the Boy Wonder to Exhibit In South Norwalk

Cochran, famed billiard prodigy, appears tonight at Joe Thackwray's Brunswick parlors on Airfield Avenue joined by notable players as American Amateur Billiard Association plans major metro tournaments in New York Boston Chicago and more. Spectator sections are arranged with a special area for women fans and a slate of dignitaries expected to attend.

Welker Cochran Willie Hoppe Joe Phackwray Brunswick Airfield Avenue Cochran Hoppe Joe Thackwray Welker Cochrane Richard Howell Willisim Booth Ann Joseph Thackwray American Amateur Billiard Association New York City Boston Chicago Hatnesat Cleveland Philadelphia Maurique Dals New York Hildershell Maurice Daly Jes! Doyle Joe Thiin Metropolis Brooklyn Dae Academy George T. Moon National Association of Amateur Billiard Pheyers W. L. Douglas W.L. Douglas WL. Douglas America Brackton Mass San Francisco Douglas Valbat Douglas Stowe Ealer Buoktet W. T. Douglas Gorenlad Shige Co BO Spark Broekton

Rover Juniors Capture City Title By Twenty Points

Rover Juniors clinched the city title with a 20 point victory. The lively game showcased standout performances by top scorers and tight defense, while opponents Wha bereiiypass ToOM GS MING EE struggled to keep pace throughout the match.

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Thompson JS S Pilot Wilson Made Captain of Stratford Nine

Thompson's high school and independent league prospects fill pages with trials and tryouts. The Stratford Nine names Leann and Carpenter in a reshaped lineup as youth teams eye strong play and upcoming season battles.

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Play-off of Teto to be fixed in New York City

An organizing meeting in New York City set for 8:30 PM to fix the semi final and final playoff schedule between West Judsons and Fall River Rovers. Committee members include Cahill, Hegraill, Andrew MM, Keene, and Palmer. Reports indicate Firk and other officials will attend as preparations advance.

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Lindsey Beats Deckstader In Bowling Match

Lindsey defeated Deckstader 9 to 5 at Cleveland last month, with strong play and a 295 high game. The premier bowler showed form despite a crowded alley, whileDeckstader struggled to keep pace as the bout remained lively throughout.

Mart Taindis Counemilout Aime Congress Cincinnati T.cl Deckstader Cleveliinil Lindsexs Pou Guarnghase RG Tin

Stamford Wins at Pimenurst in chaotic text

A garbled OCR piece reports Stamford triumphing at Pimenurst with scattered names and phrases. Many proper nouns appear jumbled, making specifics unclear. no coherent event, score, or date can be confirmed from the readable fragments.

MITCHELL PASSES AWAY IN FAME OF BOXING LEGEND

The Birmingham, England born middleweight boxer Mitchell, known as the Kunmagen Lad, died after a storied career spanning fights with Sullivan and Corbett. He rose to fame in the 1880s, defeated Mike Cleary in New York, and challenged Sullivan at Madison Square Garden in 1888, delivering a notable knockdown before losses and later retirement in England.

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Unclear fragmentary baseball grade notes edited by Ferri

Fragmentary historical text discusses grades of baseball and players, mentioning Roger Ferri and Sloat. The passage mumbles about past games, pasty cards, and desertion references, with unclear events or outcomes.

Harper Ready for Match with Connie Lewis

Harper of Waterbury prepares to meet Connie Lewis of this city in a 4 pm vermis Connecticut state duckpin bowling match. Harper is favored after recent strong showings including a win over Bob Stone of Waterbury. The afternoon also features Porto vs Stone at Wooster Lanes, with Porto leading the league at 746 average and Stone at 465.

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