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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1926
Page
19
Western Stars faced elimination as Seabright staged a firm upset in the Davis Cup route. Officials announced no remaining chances for the team after the match, with Seabright advancing and Western Stars exiting the event.
A vivid survey of heavyweight bouts and boxing politics from Dempsey to Tunney, detailing how promoters faced legal hurdles, state bans, and bank obstacles. It contrasts crowd appeal for football baseball golf and boxing, noting stadiums, attendances, and pivotal matchups while reflecting on the era’s sporting culture and notable figures.
Seabright N J Aug 4 The Davis Cup hopefuls from the Pacific Coast fall in the Seabright invitation tournament as veteran Bill Johnston and intercollegiate champion CG Chandler lose in straight sets. Harada dominates with power while heat and attrition hinder Johnston. Richards defeats Chandler in a clear three-set win.
In Hartford in August 1974 the Albany club nets a 10 to 6 win over the Senators as fielding lapses and Johnsons failed holds in the final innings seal the outcome. The game details remain unclear in the fragment.
New York Aug 4 AP reports the idea of Suzanne Lenglen turning professional rekindles debate on pro tennis in the United States. Observers conflict on a possible boom while top American women players view pro status skeptically and plan to stay amateur.
Waterbury mayor Francis P. Guilfoile raised the 1925 pennant at Brass city park during Booster Pennant Day opening exercises. Ex governor Tempeton, J. Hayley, and John T. Sullivan attended with 1100 fans witnessing feats and events including a sprint, baseball throw, and long-distance range hops.
Detroit and Washington each won one in extra innings as Joe Maris hit homers in both games. Game one went 6 to 4 in ten innings, game two 7 with Detroit leading early but Washington rallying in the late frames. Pitching changes and miscues marked the long twin bill at the park.
Montreal August 4 AP U S players make up about a third of the 16 entrants for the Canadian open championship starting tomorrow at Royal Montreal golf club. The field is led by Leo Diegel, two time defending champion, with stars such as MacDonellmith Gene Sarazen Cyril Walker BJ Mehlhorn Joe Turneaen Wilfred Reid Johnny Farrell and Tommy Armour among the Invaders.
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