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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1922

Page

7

St George Eleven Edge Silver City in Narrow Defeat

St George defeated Silver City by 6 to 2 at the Meadows yesterday afternoon, with Kilroy Ad liste the standout scorer for the locals. Shaw, Smith, Mathews and Griffin added the other goals while Robinson and Somersey scored for the visitors. Hollister Thistles also won their match in the state league standings.

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Neal Ball Leads Augusta Team In Opening, Optimistic City

Neal Ball, spark plug of Augusta baseball, is shaping a strong lineup with local financiers backing the club. The Augusta team, under Ball’s control, aims for a winning season in the South Atlantic League, featuring players like Agnew, Masters, Nichols, Holloway, and Wilson, with Ball holding manager authority and a push to field a competitive roster from Augusta’s best amateurs and recent purchases.

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Morvich Derby Condition Sparks Horsemen Debate

Horsemen doubt Morvich will be in Derby form as critics fear the colt may be too fast for the Kentucky race. Morvich’s recent Jamaica Track performances draw skepticism about a sustained bid through the half mile and into the Derby. Trainer Berlew shows Morvich in trim, prompting owners to weigh delaying or pivoting plans toward the Paumonok and potential Preakness entry.

Morvich Jamaica ‘Track Jeneth Morvieh Morviehe Spegon Fred Buren Brour Morwich Kentucky General Query Benjamin Block Mor Wainey Gfiversky Burpow Werby Unas Clase

Walter Johnson Starts His Fifteenth Season

Walter Johnson begins his fifteenth season with the Washington team in the American League. Sports writers note his continued strength and potential to extend his record, aiming to match or surpass years of elite performance while remaining a beloved figure among teammates and fans.

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New Haven School Opens Wednesday Amid Unclear Text

Fragmentary OCR yields garbled names and locations but hints at a New Haven school opening on Wednesday. The readable parts mention Seaside Maple and Verses day with scattered player references and unfamiliar terms, leaving the main event and participants obscured.

Reaven Beth Vanty Joe Bath

Alpine Defeat Westports 1 0

Alpine players win 1 to 0 over Westports with key hits and strong pitching. Westport’s defense tightens though the home team claims early advantage. Pitcher Danaher injures shoulder as Westport battles through the game.

Macismiss Back From Springfield In City League

Report describes Macieset return from Springfield and remarks on city league play. Eight players practiced on first day, with fifteen pitchers and numerous fielders ready for upcoming season.

Lad Marieski Rayle Tenre Nagdhoe Sprimstiel Monvas Silent John Maciesist

Chick Lang Leading At Bowie Circuit

Baltimore reports Chick Lang ahead in the Bowie meeting with 21 wins, nearing the end of the session. Morris shows notable form as Lang gains favor and cleanly ties with Thomas for third as the top three leaders have split most of the 77 races run so far.

Baltimore API Onici Tong Gredit Bowie Morris Jvive Lange T Hamas Thomas

Preakness Classy Entry List for May 13

The Preakness field is shaping up with a strong list of three year olds from across the sport. Notable contenders include Lucky Hour Missionary and My Play Mode plus many others such as Dreanor Allan and Span Si Maize. The race offers added money and weight allowances for top entries as preparations for the Derby continue.

Maryland Anat Morvich Benjamin Blo Fred Burlew Lorether Lucky Hour Missionary Dreanor Allan Rayday Ub Kai- Sang Span‘si Maize Snob Ii Sunstar Burling Whiskawry Prudis Run

Slugger McGaffey Released by Red Sox

Fred Sitgeger McGaffey was released by manager Hughie Butty after a failed attempt to place him. The player had joined the Sox from a Toronto club but did not get a chance to prove his skills. He seeks another club and aims to continue his baseball career.

Fred "Sitgeger McGaffer Hughie Butty McGaffey Toronto Ares Lo Beng Southern Becque Fox Cimex Dutty McGintey

Meet Two Former Champs at The Sea Community Service

Somé people describe the recent hngpressio era as two former champions Wille Ritchie and Jimmie Britt reemerging. Both fighters, once celebrated in their day, are said to answer to citizens of Boats Tee Day and to contribute to community service efforts in Brith. The scene centers on lively roped arena events and a quiet reminiscence of past battles.

Wille Ritchie Jimmie Britt Riteme Prise Werd Servier Brith Atcone

Kid Kaplan Sets Fine Record in Meriden Card

The Meriden boxing program features Kid Kaplan making a strong showing with a string of noted opponents. Promoters report a sharp gas plan and substantial purses as Kaplan scores well and eyes future bouts.

Denny McMahon Meriden Conn Y Whick Kaplan Silver City Peryewis Aml Wagner Philadite Plda Myiyehan Avis Isos Tolews Jahany Willigiss Berry Owen Joe Currie Ramo Roach Coaning Jameo Sammylia Murphy Rusaclay Miekivan Russell Janay

Dartmouth and Harvard Skip Penn Relays

Dartmouth College and Harvard University will not enter the Penn Relays next week due to funds and outdoor practice limits. Harvard also withdraws all relay entries, citing poor performance in the season and ongoing preparation challenges at Hanover and Cambridge.

Dartmouth Harvard PENN Philadelphia Dartmouth College University of Transylvania Barry Hillmanters Portmount Hanover Hintover Warvard University Simgle J. Siske Brown Harvarda Vale Oxford -Cambridge Telemkur Dewitt Princeton Jullward Crimson Whitney Thayer Whitney Harold Warren Penn Stu Davis

Burns Declares Will Be Only Man To Meet Dempsey

In a London paper report Tony Burns argues that Will is the sole fighter capable of facing Dempsey. He cites Wills defense and power, compares him to Tommy Loughran and Jack Dempsey era rivals, and notes British sentiment that Reck may become world champion as a future prospect.

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Cornellgrid Team Starts Spring Football Practice

Cornellgrid coach Vehlaca begins preparations as players report for uniformIssuance and locker assignments. Spring drills at Upper Ahumal Field focus on fundamentals and team integration while awaiting key players return and coaching input.

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Frank Putnam Switches from Braves to Brass City

Frank Putnam, a clever player from Worcester, is discussed as moving to Brass City from the Braves. The article mentions interest from Boston and Sunny South, with speculation about him wearing a Braves uniform in the near future. It notes praise from Jessie Bur Rett and references to Mitchell and Wagerburcs club options.

Frank Putnam Brass City Braves Streavilla Boston Sven Jim Putnam Jessie Wagerburcs

A. A. U. Names Irish Olympic Track Selections

The A A U authorizes Trish to select Irish descent athletes for the Olympics to be held in August. Up to two men per event may compete. selections hinge on athletic merit and subscriptions will fund the team. Notable athletes named include Bob McAllister Bernie Westere Willy Hayes Jimmy Connolly Mixe De vanney Pat Fivan and others from Notre Dame and Boston.

Bob McAllister Polichman Bernie Westere Willy Hayes Boston No. A Notre Dame Dash Jimmy Connolly Mixe Dev Teane Chak Tan Ae Wany Hyhis ehJot Roos Inen Trish rAmetogn Mike Af Notre Dame

Four Major Leaguers Sit On Holdout List This Season

The article notes several top MLB stars on holdout status with their teams. It mentions Rusebalneldavre and others like Davy Fe, Walker Scheie, and Barnes, with speculation on manager guidance and internal league dynamics affecting their potential returns.

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John McGraw Holds Record for Trades

McGraw, famed manager of the Giants, is described as a premier trader in early baseball history. The article lists multiple high profile deals from 1911 to 1818 involving players such as Merzox, Beals Reeker, Herzog, and Doyle, highlighting his influence on team rosters and trades.

Monnie Mack Commie Falriv Lerong Ahr Metta McGraw Charles Terzog PANG Merzox Boreton Beals Reeker Bridwenl Himk Gowdyap Boston Herzog Herges Hartley Konelanati Bob Beseber Intel McKechnie Herzer Co Toseton Larry Doyle Esse Trimaran Oa

Track Team Builds For Penn Relay Carnival

After strong showings in the recent New York meet, the Hed and Black track team shifts focus to the Penn Relays in Poland next Friday and Saturday. Coach Al Anderson aims for top results with key runners like Fitzpatrick, Skane, Whalen, and Saur in medley and sprint events, while field events and the 2 mile and 4x mile relays are also on the docket. The squad faces stronger competition as efforts peak, with notable injuries and training adjustments noted during practice.

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Penn Dominates Its Own Relays With Most Titles

Historical record shows Penn leading in relay championships with twenty total titles across the two, four, and mile races. Yale trails with twelve. Harvard, Michigan, Cornell, and Princeton follow with fewer firsts across the events. The article notes Penn’s consistent participation since 1895 and highlights key individuals and periods of dominance by Harvard, Yale, Michigan, and Cornell in various distances.

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Wendler to Watch at Brooklyn Lightweight Bout

Jor Splits enters the ring with Jom Dempsey in a travel-veiled bout at the Broadway E. 4 in Brooklyn next Monday. Low Tendler, who recently claimed Benny Ieoniri's title, will be among those present.

Jor Phiadevilla Jom Dempsey Watter Groadway Brooklyn Low Tendler Benny Ieoniri

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