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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1923
Page
10
All baseball games and many events were postponed as the nation mourned President Warren G Harding. Several scheduled matches from August 5 were moved to later dates, with Bridgeport, Worcester, Waterbury, and New Haven among cities affected.
Hart native Sam Hyman rose from mound to shine for Herman Bronkie as manager in the late season, with Bronkie pursuing his contract while Hyman played for Detroit and later New York. Trade rumors, signings, and performances weave through a 1920s baseball arc detailing Hyman’s path from college to the major leagues and Bronkie’s influence.
Fragmentary and garbled OCR lines mention names like Storr, London, Matland, and Albany but contain numerous unreadable words and nonsensical strings, making a coherent news item impossible to identify or summarize reliably.
Lie Industrial League schedules two afternoon games at Seaside Park Diamond No 1. Maxiveli and Meore clash Crane Umpire Seine oversees Diamond No 1. General Electric meets Warriol Brothers at Seaside Park 8:30 with Umpire Whaley. APOstponed American Chain and Bridgeport Brass game cited Dr Brass picnic today.
Paddy Lavery, B. I. captain, will lead the Knights in an away game at New Milford to avenge a prior loss to the South Ends. Manager Geng Kelly requests players report at 10 a.m. for the trip.
Promoter and trainer statements anticipate Johnny Wilson defeating Greb in a closely watched bout at Polo Grounds. Trainers Keely and Feelley praise Wilson's form while noting Greb remains favorite on wagering, with debate over weight and strategies shaping expectations.
Fairfield Aug telegram reports Garry set to twirl for the Fairfield Legion as part of a Sunday program featuring Sacred Hearts of New Traver. Manager Ronaldson aims to break attendance records with the stellar lineup including Leahy Watson Calley OpereHt and Pita honk in key positions. Special to the Telegram.
Historic boxing card features Kid Kaplan meeting Tommy Noble for ten rounds with featherweight status in dispute. Also set are top lightweight and welterweight bouts including Duck Gerstein vs Pal Macan and Tony Palme action. venue Nutmeg region crowd anticipated a packed program August 4.
Veterans schedule a series of games in August against Stratfords, with venues listed across multiple sites. The article notes anxious Morurans and plans to visit Noble Llgu-19, outlining regional matchups and tentative dates for late summer play.
Billy Barrett, a rookie for the Sox, stands out as a versatile asset in spring reports. Mentions of field performance, injury notes, and early team assessments highlight his rising value and potential impact this season.
A garbled report centers on Virpu Firpo and a Western defense drill in Omaha. It references fights, training, and travel plans, noting preparations for September events, payments, entourages, and a pending schedule. The piece mixes names, places, and numbers with unclear actions.
Fairfield Stars prepare for a game against Oakland at Yellow Mill Park in midsummer. Schick will pitch with Gaido catching, Cavanaugh at short, Murphy at second, and Hartman covering the infield, while Watson Flinagan Sehunts guard the outfield with Hat in reserve.
Reports indicate Bancroft will be able to play today as team notes confirm his availability. The article recaps lineups, coaching plans, and potential impact on upcoming actions while detailing other players and strategy shifts.
Bridgeport A C plans a joint athletic meet with Prudential Life Insurance team at Seaside Park on August 18. Coaches consider state eliminations for the Chinco title events and a dual girls track meet, with Bridgeport boasting a strong squad and Prudential aiming to prove superiority.
Four games compose the Manufacturers League slate with early noon and evening starts at Seaside Park. Darey of the American Tube ring returns after a four week suspension as Remington arms faces Grapphone and Tubers under umpire Dooley. Scheduled matches include Locamobile versus Holmes and Edwards at 8:20 pm and Harvey Fubpel’s team at Sep 2:30.
Bridgeport faces Hartford in a twinbill at Capitol City this afternoon. Manager Fisher is likely to start Johnny Gillespie in one game. Gillespie leads the league in wins and will test Paddy O’Connor’s squad with strong pitching and steady fielding. Worcester also scheduled to play Wenkleid Park tomorrow afternoon.
A garbled report suggests Jor Lynch-3o Bornkham SIMOLE seeks restore good standing after a disputed bout in the Garden on September 14. It notes a Dempsey-Firne Gexing Beard clash and mentions a pending recovery of reputation amid ongoing controversy.
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