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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1922

Page

12

Penn Hopes 10 Make Fifth Win Over Yale In Race

Penn coach Joe Wright targets a fifth victory in seven years against Yale as the Penn varsity eight faces Yale on the Schuylkill. Yale arrives with varsity, second varsity, and 150-pound crews, training at Undine Barge Club, with race times listed for the 1500 and 5 o'clock big boat.

PENN YALE Philadelphia Joe Wright University of Pennsylvania Henley Schuylkill River Wright Elis Guy Nickall Schuylkill Housatonis Derby Conn Undine Barge Club University Corderry Peen Eli Mattison Sydney Jellineck Edward Wheeler T. H. Swan W. C. Chambers H. P. Wardner Baltimore J.C. Howell Altoona L. M. ‘Rozenburgh Bow Rosen Lburgh Springfield H. A. Medholdt West Philadelphia H. E B. Liefield Swan E. K. Ricker Portland J. A. Rugh New Ceatte H. E. Liefield Bridgeport G. P. Singer St. David's Brench Kansas City B. W. Day Quion R. R. Reverts Cooch Wright Varsity Tawink Spencer Goodwin Haines Carman Fussell Cheney Whitney Thomas

Johnny Kilbane Favorite In London Boxing Scene

Johnny Kilbane featherweight world champion impresses British crowds in London press coverage. He plans no immediate return to U S rings but may fight abroad, while refereeing a short bout at a Ted Kid Lewis benefit featuring Pedlar Palmer and Jimmy Wilde, drawing praise for Kilbane’s diplomacy and form.

London Johnny Kilbane England Johnny Kithane Ted Kid) Lewis Pedlar Palmer Jimmy Wilde States Terry McGovern Terry Wilde

Penn Third Baseman Declared Ineligible

Marshall Payne star third baseman for the University of Pennsylvania baseball team was ruled ineligible for the remainder of the season by Wharton School faculty. Eddie Farrell and William Llewellyn were also banned for scholastic difficulties, hampering the squad’s momentum as coach Carl commented that the jinx persists.

Philadelphia Marshall Payne University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Mange Eddie Farrell William Llewellyn Jvanig Carl

Only Natural Hitter in the American League

The article argues Bob Veach is the league’s sole 100 percent natural hitter, noting his consistent “from the ear” swing. It contrasts Veach with past greats like Nap Lajoie, Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, and Babe Ruth, and lists other players regarded as free swingers across teams, highlighting Veach as uniquely pure in technique.

Bob Veach Bop Veach Detroit Tigers Napoleon Tajoie Lajoia Lajoie Rae Methan Lajole Pasha Ana Tyrus Raymond Cobb Cobb Trna Speaker George Lister Eddie Collins Veach Vendi Babe Ruth Harry Hellmann New York Bob Mieusel Ally Pipp Frank Baker Wale Schang Larry Gardner Steve O'Neill Cleveland Bob Falk Johnny Mostil Chicago St. Louis Williams Collins Washington Walter Johnson Howard Shanks Boston Mike Menaskey George Burns Elmer Smith Philadelphia Walker Jimmy Dykes Welsh Wench

Y M H A Stars Lead 22 Wins In Norwalk City Rally

The Y M H A basketball team led by star Dave Kaplan claims a strong season with 22 wins. Kaplan, 19, is top scorer while Max Fitelon captains the squad. Norwalk Redmen oppose the locals over a late championship date. Atlas of New Haven and the Kaceys of Waterbury also claim the title.

Norwalk Redmen Airfield County Charlie Rosenduh K. MH. A Atlas New Haven Kaceys Waterbury New England Springfield Hartford M. H. A. 40, Willemshore 28. Y. M. BH. A 34, Yorkville Greenwich K Kaplan Dave Kaplan Dave Lenox Nony Max Fitelon Gordon Mooney Marron Lear Tits Norwalk Eiedmen

Twelve Selected for Southern Baseball Trip Syracuse

Syracuse University baseball coach Lew Carr announced twelve of fourteen squad members will join the Southern trip later this week. Captains Ingalls Coughlin Barry and Mason lead fielders Lavin Kellogg infielders Kerwin Frogonne catchers Murray Irwin Grima and Zuccardo pitchers Murray and Granta to play outfield when not pitching. Savidge and Gallagher were the final two under consideration with Savidge limited by an infected foot and Gallagher seeking college study arrangements to join the trip.

Syracuse Syracuse University Lew Carr Ingalls Coughlin Barry Savidge Gallagher Bavidge

Pitchers Released by Cincinnati Nationals

Cincinnati Nationals drop pitchers Victor Johnson Al Lane Clarke and outfielder Kenneth Hogan from the roster. Johnson will pitch for a local gem professional team. Clarke to Waterbury Connecticut. Hogan released unconditionally. Manager Gene McCann also sent Clarke to any minor league club after Gilbert’s bid failed.

Cincinnati Victor Johnson Allane Clarke Kenneth Hogan Cincinnati Nationals Johnson Carke Waterbury Hogan Gene’ Mccann Clarke McCann Gilbert

Dugan Misses Signal Cues After Baseball Trade

Dennis Mack values signals as vital to hitting and has long used a specialist to decipher the pitcher’s delivery. Damny Murphy, now with the Athletics, excels at reading motions to tip off batters. A Cleveland pitcher, Dave Keefe, notes the system’s impact and doubts Dugan’s Boston prospects.

Dennis Mack Mack Murphy Athletics Dave Keefe Connie Mack Cleveland Keefe Joe Dug

Danny Murphy Signals From Catcher Box At Third

Danny Murphy calls signals from the catcher's box at third base telling the batter to swing right and hit softly when the pitcher is known, reflecting a coaching emphasis and player strategy on page 19 sports.

Danny Murphy Dan

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