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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1922

Page

8

Hammill Receives Tryout Offer From Bridgeport Americans

Hammill, a noted Bridgeport area athlete, was offered a chance to join the Bridgeport Americans by manager Gene McCann. The first regular practice is set for Eagle Street pastur o at 1 o clock this morning with Hammill and six others reporting.

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Park City Quintet Confident Ahead Of City Championship

Park City basketball team eyes a city title over Alumni with Mae Penn and Mae Carroll leading offense. They have practiced hard for a week and aim to outscore the opponents. Preliminary game features Wa suowa girls vs St James for Junior City title. both teams arrive with strong records.

Park City Trey Mmertt Massées Mae Penn D Mae Carroll Giuarda Park Ie Wasuowa St. James

Keen interest in coming women’s title swim races

The New York women’s national championships this month attract keen attention as top rivals contend for the backstroke title. Sybil Bauer of the Illinois A. C. leads a strong field including Thelma Darby, Louise Barsley, and Milas Marcelle, with Ethelda Bleibtrey likely outpaced by recent times.

York Agra Sybil Jaauer Ilinois A. C Chicago Hae Gleaner Buth Smith Ghia State University Thelma Darby Indianapolis Lauis Barsey Milwauked Milas Marcelle Ener Bauer Ahip Ethelda Blelb Trey Ambassador Thamiaite Boyle ‘Clune New York Women’s &. A Helen Wainwright Gertrude Ederle Time Club Gertrude Artelt Philadelphia Ruth Brith Ohio University Clune Miss Wainwright Miss Bielptrey

The Sportlight by Grantland Rice and Sports Lore

An aging essay on baseball legends like Honus Wagner and Hornsby, plus reflections on college sports, Oxford and Cambridge rivalries, and early 20th century track and field ideas. The piece blends nostalgic commentary with broad sports culture notes and literary asides.

Johnny Shugrue Seeks Victory To Avenge Brother

Johnny Shugrue aims to avenge his brother Jos Shugrue's defeats in a boxing buildup. The 22 year old plans a comeback at upcoming dates including February 19 and April 14 in New Jersey joining training near Newark with potential camps at Peddie Walworth and Stew Jamesey facilities. Shugrue, veteran boxers and managers discuss eye specialist care and early plans for ring activity while weighing opponents and training camps.

Youngsteo Ani Bodswig Carson Johony Artic Dundee Grantetaddy Padee Joe Shugrue Shugrue Newark Peddie Owl Lapparesuy

Clark Subs for Bogash in Tonight's Boxing Card

Clark will substitute for Lou Bogash against Augie Ratner tonight. Ratner is favored to win, with betting lines suggesting a clear outcome. Bogash recently met with the New York Boxing Commission and manager Smith, and a brokered release from his contract was discussed.

Jackle Clark Lou Louir Bogash Augie Ratner Clark Ratner Bin Bhoraah Smith New York Glove Boxing Commission Touls Mifer

Devon Tossers to Play Crane Five

The Devon A. logger s will face the Crane five in a Thursday night game in the city gym. The Crane lineup features players from local industrial teams with names and initials listed in the damaged OCR.

Devon Crane

Red Sox Challenge Bobby Green's Team

The Red Sox invite veterans and new tryouts to report to Manager Patsy Prank and Manager Frank Han for spring training. Open tryouts begin April 2 with a focus on new players joining Bobby Green's stars or any other team as the season nears.

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Yale Swimmers Select Jelliffe as Captain for Year

New York's W. Meaming Jelliffe was elected captain of Yale's swimming team for the coming year. He is a 1923 graduate and swam two seasons on Yale's relay squad, which holds the world record. Neville Ussher of Stonington Connecticut was chosen captain of the water polo team for next season and David H. Bigelow of Andover Massachusetts was named swimming manager.

New Haven W. Meaming Jelliffe New York Yale Clague Neville

Knights to close with laurels Saturday

The Knights of Columbus will close their season Saturday night at the High School gym with a rematch against the Laurels of Bankfon. The last game ended 17 to 16 in favor of locals, and Haring City residents have pressed for a rematch. The Kaveys have posted a strong first season, with 15 wins in 22 contests.

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Twenty-One Start in Boston Marathon Field

Twenty-one entries have been received for the Boston Marathon on April 17, including Carl W. Linder and other noted contenders. Notables include John Tuomlkeski of Quin Finishing, a ninth place finisher in 1920 and participant in the Antwerp Olympic Marathon, with several other entrants from C. E. Ih and W. W. Anderson.

Boston Kanaly Sesterday Une Anney Carl W. A. Linder Ander Wort John Tuomlkeski Quin Antwerp Jegt Ted C. E. Ih W. W. Anderson

Dodgers Hire New Player From Rochester

The Robink of Unvielder William J. Metatron from the Buffalo clit of the International League was announced by Charles Hbbets Jr. Secretary of the Brooklyn plot. In exchange for Metatron the Roving released Sheridan, Mobart, and McCarron. McCarron had 139 games and a .281 average with Buffalo last season and was among the top infielders. Mohart, with the Rohine, pitched sparingly last year.

Robink William J. Metatron Buffalo Clit Charles MH. Hbbets, Jr Brooklyn Metatron Buffalo Sheridan Roolle George Mobart McCarron Fon Waa Raed

Harry Wills Johnson Boat Called Off

Hartford April 3 The Harry Wills Johnson boxing event at Hartford was canceled by the Charter Oak Atlee Club after a telegram from Flynn. Johnson, Mahacear, unable to make weight, likely to be replaced by Jimmy Kelley the Bronx brawler in a bout against a noted opponent in the same weight class.

Hartford Harry Wills Clem Johnson Metro Charter Oak Atlee Club Flynn Johnson Mahacear Jimmy Kelley Bronx Bastler

Pittsfield Players to Face Sing Sing Prison Nine Sunday

Local Eastern League showcase features Pittsfield stars including Howie Baker and Jack McGee to clash with Sing Sing Prison nine at Ossining New York. Team roster combines major and minor leaguers from Pittsfelda Waterbury and Worcester. crowd expected, Plaza departure at 6 00 p m.

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Devon Tossers Close Season With 16-Game Record

The Devon Independents of the Devon Athletic Club wrap up their indoor season with an 8 win, 16 game record finishing March 26. Leading scorers include Towls with 142 points and Tidpendents 14 in a season dominated by two speedy reserve tossers. The team totaled 434 points while opponents scored 306.

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Major Daly Defends Football Against Critics

Major Daly of West Point argues football is a worthwhile sport with big crowds and exciting play. He counters claims of evils, noting sport’s value and that criticism ignores football’s benefits and role in education.

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