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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1922
Page
9
The Penn Relays carnival for April 28 drew 425 colleges and schools, setting a record. Competition will span fifteen high school relay races, six preparatory school races, a grammar school race, and parochial school events, with eighty-five events over two days amid numerous championships and special events.
April 3 Milford bowling finals show Bill Stephens as town champion with 46 games won and a 730 series, edging Charley Ellison who led in high total and earned merchandise prizes. Ellison claimed high single game and second high average as the event promotes local sport and plans for future two ten tournaments emerge.
Ralph De Palma seeks a second Indianapolis 500 triumph at the Memorial Day race. The Italian-American driver, famed for endurance and misfortune, will race an American-built eight-cylinder Duesenberg single-seater, challenging rivals and aiming to become one of the few to win back-to-back decades.
Philadelphia fans expect a rebound with Connie Mack reshaping the lineup and pitching staff including Fletcher and Meadows while Boston’s Dead Sox face shaky pitching led by Pennock Colins and Collins amid hopeful but inconsistent results. Chicago Cubs edge toward second division as Tuliter’s men struggle to upgrade a thin roster and contend with Phillies for cellar escape.
Milford plans a large track meet for Milford grammar pupils in April at Alayne Davell Ringer Awan Ana. Only eighth graders from Milford public schools may compete under Central Grammar School direction. Prizes expected to attract many entrants. events include sprints, relays, jumps, shot put, and a tag- ite war. Local merchants and officials endorse the meet as strong community athletic support.
Wrestlers from all sections of the country have entered the national grappling title meet to be held at Boston OM OC A kymnasium on Saturday afternoon April Frank Myers the 175 pound national title holder will be among four entrants from Chicago Pourinion also sending entrants with eight New Yorkers joining. Notables include J Humericl Yale Brown 126 pounds J S Vanderplaery Buffalo 183 pounds BR Via and A Salm Los Angeles GC 175 pounds and B J Moanes Springfield College 175 pounds.
Peter Manning, world champion, and Arion Grey, a four year old trailing horse, are slated for a championship race at North Randall track Heredia during the week of August 8 as part of the grand derby meetings. The plan, proposed by Thomas M. Murpine of Pauphikeensie, M. VY, involves Devereaux driving Petal Manning while Murphy drives Petal Manning. Manning has lost only one of his trips and Arion has one defeat in his racing record.
From the training camp at Rocky Mount North Carolina the New Haven baseball club announces the signing of Nig Qsborag from Florida State Jeanne War yoRT. The signing comes on the recommendation of Waiter Johnson of the Washington Americas. He is a fielder.
Harvard coach Jack Smilery bases his training on receiving skills. Slater selects pitchers from among catchers, with infielder Joe Slater noted for early achievements. The piece describes Smilery’s methods, his focus on catching throws, and his preference for flexible, durable players, including those who can both catch and field.
Philadelphia April 3 Coach Walter Griss's Pennsylvan ia baseball team faces three games at Franklin Field. Steinus Carluge will be Tuesday Bow doi on Thursday and Jeff Tesveau's Dartmouths on Saturday. Grivis has been shaping his candidates after beating the PM indelphis Coel- Ieee Gio 7 on Wednesday and aims to unveil his varsity IVB for the opening game.
Bridgeport Poller Department baseball team aims to repeat as state champions after finishing last season in the cellar. Captain Daly Smokeaterg invites all firemen to try out, with indoor practice at Sraside Park planned for next week.
Belmont Stakes set for June 10 at Westchester track will total over 40000, tying it as the year’s top prize for four year olds. The historic race, first run in 1807, emphasizes tradition and breeder awards, with noted historian William Vorbusg recalling its golden era when the sport thrived in New York.
In Baton Rouge on April 3, the Philadelphia Athletics under Connie Mack show little promise of escaping the cellar. The roster includes Dugan, Galloway, Hauser, Dyken, Sheer, and Rommel amid concerns over hitting and pitching depth, with Walker, Welsh, Har ris, and Hasty among others competing. The tone is cautious, noting a lack of pep and a shaky outlook despite some defensive strength and potential breakout players.
State College Pa April 3 Penn State track men resumed training for a southern campaign. Coach Bill Martin has shifted the squad to rest then hard work. Star hurdler Harold Barron shows form, Helfrich returns after an injury, and Helfen is expected to be a major factor in the two mile relay. Captain Barron and Hank Kautz man the sticks as Edgerton and others show weekly progress.
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