Ryder poised to repeat all around title at Seaside Park
Ryder, Skane, Whelan and Nicholson shine as Bridgeport High previews the Seaside Park meet. Ryder, the current all around champion, is favored to win again after adding the 440 yard title and a runner up in hurdles. Matty Shane dominates the mile and 50 yard events, while Nicholson impresses with a 220 yard win and second in 200.
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Ryder
Skane
Whelan
Nicholson
Bridgeport
Seaside Park
Oval
Chania Ryder
Matty Shane
Stanton
Kramer Nicholson
Brishac
Agant
Fitzsimmons to Fight Reeves in New York Bout
Bob Fitzsimmons meets Jack Reeves in a twelve round attraction at the Pioneer Athletic Club in New York on Tuesday night. Reeves last boxed Greenwich Village Mike Burke in a Wills title event undercard, while Fitzsimmons seeks a decisive win after recent showings with Fay Keiser and others. Joe Thomson tae, Sailor Vom Meated, and Hail France headline the eight round undercard.
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Bob FitzSimmons
Jack Reeves
Madison Square Gar
Pioneer Athletic Club
New York
Reeves
Greenwich Village
Mike
Burke
Norfolk
Young Bob
Fay Keiser
Harry Greb
Charley Weinert
Mitz
Kaizer
Gene Tunney
Joe Thomson
The
Navy
Sailor Vom
France
Joe Conn
Charney_ Harvey
Man charged in theft of 29 newspapers
Police yesterday arrested Mike Piosi of Catherine Street for stealing 29 newspapers from Sam Levy at 175d Mala Street. The papers were taken from Levy's store where they had been left and were being carried away when detained.
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Sam Levy
Mala Street
Mike Piosi
Catherine Street
Levis
Greens Farms to Play Alpine Nine
Greens Farms to face Alpine nine in a Bridgeport area prep game. Edward Quinn of Greens Farms-Star reliever will attempt another pitch before returning home if his aunt Rosy allows. William Vornicatt, the star pitcher, rested after an early morning injury. team practiced, aiming to open the league schedule next Sunday versus Alpine A A U.
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Wastport
Edward Quinn
Greens
Parma
Vals Pascal
Joning
Chittenden
Mirve
Rosy
Ohio
Staples High Solow
Thos Bridgepont A. A
Westpark Prveti
Kernstock Los
William Vornicatt
Truto
Iield Ari
Greena Farms
Sundey
Avpine A. A
Bridgepark
Westport Challenges and Nationals Invade Bridgeport
The Westport Baseball team challenges all in and around Bridgeport. Games will be played on the Kernstock Tot in Westport. Managers Willara and BR Wilma of Westport urge youth teams age six to respond. The Nationals of Bridgeport have formed a lineup with Sholtz Delmore Selten rich and Dorkin from local schools. They challenge any 20 year old team in the city including Westport Greene Farms or Southport. Communications via this paper.
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Westport
Bridgeport
Willara
BR. Wilma
Nationals
Sholtz
Delmore
Seltenrich
Horseshoe Golf Taking Hold at Ohio State
Ohio State University embraces horseshoe pitching as intramural sport. Within a week of the decision, ninety one six man teams form in campus play. Faculty groups and fraternities organize, with courts planned to open when ready.
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Ohio State
Colunbus
Ohio
Ohio State University
Universiy
Fasulty Folk
Growopa
Joe Leonard Strives to Follow Famous Brother Benny
Joe Leonard, nineteen, brother of lightweight king Benny Leonard, plans a pro boxing debut in coming weeks. Manager Billy Gibson hails him as a potential star, citing Joe’s reach and punch, plus lessons from Benny. The piece compares family legacies and notes past siblings who challenged or matched their famed fathers.
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Joe Leonard
Joe Leopard
Benny Leonard
Joe
Billy Gibson
Benny
Batring
Cain
Ren
Billy
Ben’ E
Toms
Leonard
Jobs
Ward
Ben
Seldgim
Malin
Thomas
Bob Fineimmons
Bot
Bob
Lec
Dun Feirles
2Lot Weir
Jim Jetthie
Prorker
Wong
Jim
Jack
Jack Johnson
Johnson
Apeak
Monte
Ceesir
Sting
Amer* Sas
Mike Mepovan
Mike
Terry McGovern
Hughey
Pinly
Phiny
Johnny Gaara
Phil
Thayeh
Leach Cross
Dave
Martyng
Nore
Lewch
Kitchis Mitchell
Jack O' Brien
Willy
Ad Wolgast
Wiles Jett
Stanley Wetcher
Dy Ourvther
Dempsey Abroad In Hope Of Meeting Europe’s Best
Jack Dempsey sails for England aboard the Aquitania hoping to box fighters like Carpentier Beckett or Langford, seeking promoter offers and a career boost. He discusses plans to perform in music halls if no ring engagements arise, while noting rivals Harry Wills and Sam Langford as comparison points in his 20-year quest for the title.
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Jack Dempsey
Europe
Beau Brummell
America
Jack
Aquitania
England
Teast
Amy Shere
Carpentier
Beckett
Phils Thearical
New York
Harry Wills
Ape
Sam
Langford
Wills Ravin
Jwan Pricochewiy
Kid
Dumpsey
Channion
Fulton
Dempsey
Wills
Eince Fulton
Hempsey
Jack Tempsey
Sears
oYting
Gante
Shopping Mann
Jesner Villarc
Dersey City Lily
Willard Dempsey
Willard Retlingson
RAM
lGarpenticon
Joomsay
Tommy Gibbons
Harry Greb
Donner
Devon Hopes For Strong Ball Team This Season
Devon hopes to field a strong baseball squad under manager Charity Reesher. The 1931 roster includes returning pitcher Berful and last year’s guests from the 1930 outfit, with new faces from Jersey City and Bridgeport. Season opener slated for late April with Henny Anthony handling business affairs.
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Milo
Tean
Cramnock A. C
Devon A. OG
West Sessers
Shei¢k
Aachin
Cadians
Bron Inice
Geomie
al Seal
Johnny Chandler
Vom Rourke
Accor
Bridgeport
Wergan
Jeffrey
Tompkins
Fay
The
Blessed Sacraments
Seawan
Gridanpor Oy
Danioun of
Gales
Owrik
Mer
Heron A
Milford
California coach backs new ruling amid chaotic conference notes
A distorted report from a New York meeting references coach statements on rule changes and game strategies. It mentions Andy Smith, the University of California, and debates over plays near the goal line with references to weather, rainy conditions, and cautious tactics.
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Chicago
Nea
Hall Myles
Pang Commeitiee
New York
Andy
Smith
Aly
Glevens
Apponent
Goa
Swarmmore At Tennis Ends In Mixed Struggle
A garbled report from a tennis event notes Amrit and Galiese in singles play with mixed results. Three of four singles matches go to one side while two doubles efforts by Younles are mentioned amid unclear details.
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Apolie
Amrit Ba Gwarthmere
Idle Days Shape Babe Ruth Fans Seek Spring Progress
New York April reports ponder Babe Ruth and Mel Ott as idle time ends. Public focus shifts to Ruth and teammates, with contract doubt and team dynamics shaping expectations for the season.
Harvard Velay Rivalry Recalled In 1979 Kick Return Tale
Fragmentary reminiscence notes Braden May Royal Famous Brother Tim Braden Vale and Harvard Virle football clash of 1979. The piece hints at a key drop kick and a famed field goal attempt and mentions Harvard freshman George Braden and related lore amid chaotic OCR fragments.
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Tim Braden
Vale
Harvard
Ieee
Wilson Betting War sparks long title dispute
Promoter offers 50 000 to defend Fabian Wilson title clash with Tommy Robson amid payment talks and potential new terms. Report notes Wilson seeks higher purse than prior bout while arranging dates and venue with promoters and sponsors.
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Wilson
Ruth Proves Power as Yankees Fall to Orioles 9 1
In Baltimore on April 16, Babe Ruth hit a homer as the Yankees trail 9 to 1. Groves and Ogden pitched poorly for Baltimore while Murray excelled in relief for New York.
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Baltimore
New York Yankees
Baltimore Orioles
Ruth
Yankees
Groves
Ogden
Murray
Lafayette track strong for Penn Relays
Lafayette College enters four sprinters and a sprint medley relay team in the Penn Relays at Philadelphia with Harold Bruce coaching. The squad, led by LeConney and Malick, aims to win the Middle Atlantic Conference one mile relay and two American relay events, highlighting fast times from Hunt Allen and Urey.
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Philadelphia
Gonctt
Harold Bruce
Lafayette
America
Pep Geragme
Pennsylvani
Relay Union
Lafeyette
Aielso
Hunt
Allen
LeConey
Urey
Rutgers
Bruce
Kirksey
Californix
Kelley
Malick
Jo Hpster
French committee presses 1924 Paris games plans
New York reports detail the French Olympic Committee’s careful prep for the 1924 Paris Games. They will hold events at Colombes Racing Club grounds, creating a new stadium and athletic facilities, while steering clear of the Paris municipal stadium and ensuring a successful eighth Olympiad.
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New York
Paris
Racing Club of Trance
Colombes
Ram
Pershing Stadium
Mino
Ramos
Taen
Agle
Athivics
Canllie
Jencury
France
Racing Club
Major league managers still active in playins field
Several managers remain in contention as the Major Leagues head into the play-in phase. Names such as Ritter, Blake, Gibson, Mitchell, and Robinson feature among leaders, with Connie Mark and Tee Feb noted in the American League context.
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Ube
Bassis Cobh
Milan Limeli
Sheinmal
Killifer
Teas Narhey
Jhreée Aimerican
Malai
Probing Border Armament Plans Amid Seasonal Turmoil
Vague notes suggest government probes into defense allocations for the coming season. Officials discuss intentions to review weapon stockpiles, logistics, and training cycles. No concrete figures or dates are confirmed in the fragment.
St George Eleven Triumphs Over Hartford in Fast Contest
St George Eleven defeated Hartford 3 to 1 in a rapid match at the capital yesterday. Milroy opened the scoring, Wagner added a penalty, and Smith completed the locals' tally while Chutes scored for Hartford. Danerek Athletics edged evagan 2 to 1 in the ring tourney opener as Manchester Olympics trimmed Meriden 1 to 0 in the city series.
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ST. George
Hartford
George Spoenream
Bridgeroft
Bean
Milroy
Wagner
Smith
Chutes
Andy York
Bridgeport
Lhe Anson
Silver City
referees blamed for controversial boxing decisions at Garden
Reports from Boston and New York recount disputed outcomes in recent fights. Ratner allegedly edged Malone, while Lynch was declared winner over Martin despite counterclaims. Officials admitted errors in card lettering, sparking calls to rethink officiating and even boxing bans.
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I Borton
Aufle Ratner
Jock Malone
Tate
Regume
Johnny Bult
Garden
Mattin
Pat Moore
Lynch
Mead
Boston Common
Battery Park
Comemissioner
Buckley
Col
Yoota
Commismat
Bay Stage
Secons
Saddle Horses Demand Surges Across Nation
The Horse Association of America reports spring demand for saddle horses higher than ever, spurred by new riders and rising national interest. Auctions in New York and Chicago showcase strong prices and abundant buyers, with Kentucky saddlers fetching up to 6900 dollars and average sales climbing, as breeders and amateurs seek versatile, well-trained horses.
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Horae Associaton
America
Wales
Horsa
New York City
Central Park
Fioh
The
Flame
Cure
Chicago
AteAemuatey
Bidson
George Bain
Aeddin
A. Chicago
Elviring House
Tee
Palmer J. Clark
Chi Caze
RS al Pratt
Kilbane Willing to Meet Eugene Criqui in Paris
Paris April 16 Ahnny K H Weno of Cleveland world featherweight champion Kilbane announced to a group of sportsmen that he would meet Eugene Criqui in Paris. Their enthusiasm faded when Kilbane reminded them boxing is his profession and noted he had received the equivalent of 700 top francs, enough to double the total gate receipts of the biggest recent French fights.
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Paris
Ahnny Khweno
Cleveland
Eugene Criqui
Frene
Jantamwrich
Kilbane
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