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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1922

Page

6

Bridgeport Tops Worcester in Rain-Shortened Tilt

Bridgeport defeated Worcester 2 1 in a rain interrupted game as Vins and Larry Bennett held their opponents to six hits each. Hitting stars Rey Falk and Joe Rourignon fueled Bridgeport’s offense while key plays by Merriweather and Ring helped seal the win. Worcester plated their lone run on a wild pitch by Bennett. The win gives Bridgeport a clean sweep of the series and sets up a rematch in the Elm City tomorrow.

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Gardiner Deal Sours as Gardiner Remains With Rochester

Gene McCons failed to land Ray Gardiner, the right hand pitcher sought by Rochester of the International League. Gardiner, tied to several clubs, has history with Buffalo and Reading and was sent to Rochester on an option, with Brooklyn unsure about waivers. Rochester cites surplus right hand pitching as a factor, though reports say Gardiner may wear Reading colors soon.

Gene McCons Ray Gardiner Rochester Gene Gardiner Effentt O'Toole Buffalo Reading Brooklyn Dodgers Brooklyn

Brackett Has Slim Chance To Play This Season

Hank Brackett may not play this season after a suspension by Bridgeport following a move to Winston Salem. Manager Gene McCann said Brackett faces reinstatement hurdles and planned appeals to Judge Landis for pay or contract issues. Bridgeport officials declined comment, while Worcester rumors were dismissed.

Brackett Hank Brackett Gene McCain Bridgeport Winston Salert Hank McCann Atateg Lardiz Herve Marases McCann Bridgeport Cluh OteCann Ntecor Worcester

Promoter Dwyer Hopes Ratner Signature Today

Bridgeport boxing promoter George Dwyer expects A Ratner to sign today for a week of August fights. Dwyer already has Jack Delaney’s signature and is arranging a card featuring Kaplan vs Wagner at Meriden on Thursday. Delaney seeks a return clash with defending champion, while Delaney’s latest win over Lou Berash last February frames the bridgeport bout scene.

George Drvver Bridgeport A Avele Hadney Jack Delaney Augus Dwyer Delaney Ratner Kaplan Wagner Meriden Kayped Jack New Yorker Folas Fack Bridgepo Lou Berash Jack McClellan

Summerfields Play Te With Newfield

Summerfields and Newfield red teams clashed at Seaside park in a seven inning Inter-Church contest. Summerfields secured 12 hits off Srlepp while Newfield managed only four against Hayes. Mayes pitched a strong game for Summerfields with ten strikeouts as key players from both teams are noted in the chaotic box.

Summerfieild Newfield Seaside Park Chamnions Summerfield Srlepp Hayes Mayes Summerields Orlepp Johnson Buckley Nases Nor Rity Johnson Ke Brown J. Lawl Vaotll Jenner Jerolemon Miouble Pky Sichalgh Fokndod Busce Suremerfield Eld Bee Hayes Ore Or Brower Tome

Venice Cubs Win Sixth Straight

The Venice Cubs swept a doubleheader Sunday edging the Wenier Cribs 6 to 3 in the first game and 6 to 4 in the second. Albenunda homered in the opener as the Cubs totaled 22 hits, including 12 in the first game and 10 in the second, while five players hit safely in the first inning.

Venice Cubs Maneinie Albenunda Cubs

Redwood A C invites Bridgeport youth teams for games

The Redwood A C invites any 16 to 18 year old amateur teams in Bridgeport or vicinity for a game or series on no diamond. They will play only two games for this postwar, asking interested teams to write to Nuthin Gillert Strawberry Hill Norwark with guarantee lineup and diamond location.

Redwood 4. C Nowwalk Bridgeport Redwoods Nuthin Gillert Strawberry Hill Norwark

Babe Ruth Key to Yankees Victory Over Tigers

Ruth boosted the Yankees with a timely homer and Schang’s ninth inning single gave New York a 4 3 win over Detroit. Jones delivered a late RBI and Cutshaw also contributed as the Yankees rallied to erase an early deficit.

Babe Ruth YANKS Tigers Devroit Ruth New York Detroit Mo Sigle Boacee Aten Iain Bob Jones Buses S. Jones Q Cutshaw Cgob Ieee Helimiana Duugtey Salen Biliowe Detrolin Ward Jos Jones R_ Jones Sten Scott Baiveyt Jones

Indians Take Second Straight From Red Sox

Cleveland escapes Boston as the contest features tight defense and contentious plays. Key moments include a disputed catch by an infielder and sharp fielding by the Indians while Boston struggles to plate runs.

Indians RED Sox

Meriden bout stars to draw local fans

Local fans plan to travel to Meriden for a notable boxing card featuring Kid Kaplan and Sid Wagner with Wasner defending a win streak against Nanian. Meriden hopefuls anticipate an upset as Wag2r promoters aim a decisive eighth round finish in a Hanover port venue.

Meriden Kaplan Sid Wagnan Philadelphia Will Meri Wasner Nanian A. Monty Ted Max Tago Cemen Ira Rapian Tha Noir A8 Hildenpor Tod Hanover

Two Playground Games Scheduled at Seaside Park

Two playground matchups take place today in the Pay Ground League. The Old MMs boss and the Yellow still aggregation will clash in a regular contest, while Wear End meets Berehwand at Leyside to duel for a tied result as fans expect a lively day.

Seaside Park Berehwand Leyside For & H

Yellow Mill Girls Triumph Over Old Mill

The Yellow Mill girls dominated Old Mill with a strong early lead and steady defense. Old Mill staged a late rally but could not curb Yellow Mill’s relentless attack, ending in a decisive Yellow Mill victory.

Yellow Mill Old Mill

Public Markets Tonight Led by Dick Bowden in Eastern League

Public Markets to play tonight with Dick Bowden as leading hitter in the Eastern League. Tonight’s schedule includes games at Seaside Park and shifts in standings show Markets batting over .300 while Terminal Club nears the honor mark. Standings list Public Market ahead of SNET and Co. Sweet, with Howland and Seaside Park on tonight’s slate.

Dick Bowden Te ‘S Tenn Wess Snet, Co Sweet Terminal Club Seasitn Park Howlands Trent Uinwie Whaley Seoran Dol—Paplicanied Club Gosper Seaside Park Diamond Howlands Tw Urialre Mewey Sterback

Senators Split Doubleheader Versus Waterbury

Connecticut paper notes a split doubleheader against the Waterbury Senators with details on pitching and fielding. The second game highlights Schmchard in the fast inning and Neher's performance as Hartford press coverage focuses on the late rally.

Hartford Srtford

Dinty Moores Win From D M O B Nine

Dinty Moores triumph over D M O B Nine in a closely played game. Both sides produced sharp fielding and solid pitching as Moores stood out with key hits and defensive plays.

Dinty Moores

Twilight Contests Show Victor A C 1s In Twilight

In the twilight baseball event Victor A C 1s faces a lineup including Jihasts Wity, Stin Views Selhwire, Schine, Wedberg, Gelln, Minione and other players. The game is set for Wednesday evening at Yellow Mill Fields with gates opening at six.

Ure Tautust Etopers Grant Stin Selhwire Schine Wedberg Gelln Minione Rich Jevitsky Airis Piper Manager Lawinsky Pembroke Gal Lewitt

Fairfield 70 Play Dupont Combine Football Preview

Fairfield set to host Dupont in a key afternoon clash this week. The article outlines expected players and lineups, noting injuries and coaching notes as the teams prepare for the game and potential weather impacts on play.

Fairfield

Wetasmus Sets Sprint Pace in Columbus Swim Meet

Johnnie Wetasmus Se0mero shows rapid speed in the Columbus event, posting the 82 15 seconds mark and signaling immediate progression in his swimming career. The readable fragment confirms a strong performance and a noteworthy early break in the competition.

Johnnie Wetasmus Ntly Jay Ming Columbus Sealy

Will Clash With Legion Nine In Local Tilt

The VF. W. team prepares for a high school football showdown against Legion Nine at the county field. Veterans of Foreign Wars of Brateo provide support as local players from Lames and Gotha square off tonight under stadium lights. Local fans expect a hard fought game as both sides vie for bragging rights and a strong finish this season.

Tinh Yonin Gotha Hash Bartle Lethy

Stiff Right Over Heart Sends Philadelphian To Canvas

In New York Velodrome Charlie White of Chicago defeats Philadelphia boxer Bobby Barrett in the third round of a 15 round match. White landed a decisive right, Barrett was knocked down late in the round, and the referee counted him out after one minute fifty seven seconds. Barrett pressed early but White countered with body blows and decisive rights. McKenna defeated Tim Kelly in a six round bout, Worman and Green drew in four rounds.

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Pirates Defeat Philadelphia in Slugging Series Opener

Pittsburgh tops Philadelphia in a high scoring game as Gagner drives in three, Rappled and others contribute. Smith, Loa, Wik, and Glazier hit home runs.

Pirates Philadelphia Pullatelphia Ave Pitishoreh Sach Gagner

YMCA and Seaside Netmen Clash This Evening

The Seaside and YMCA tennis teams meet at Colorado Avenue courts in a postponed match. Seaside last tied the Cups club. YMCAs pacemakers beat Green Wah Y I L. Tonight aims for a large audience as lineups feature Rock Cote Larkin and doubles to be chosen.

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Baum Wins September Permit For Boxing Show

Local boxing commission schedules a September permit due to commissioner absence. Mike Healy reports the boxing card includes a matchmaker setup for a September event at the Casino House region, with plans contingent on the next commissioners meeting.

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Istarr May Play With Worcester In Upcoming Game

Borpiy Shier released but may join Istarr for a Worcester game. Reports say Hans Brackett faces suspension and could miss action while Beaver and Chin Sie Cung Wye are not clearly listed.

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Foder Pitches Well as B G L Nine Wins 3 2

Joe Feder star pitcher of Bridgeport Gas Tight tore into a Sunday game at Sea side Park as B G L defeated Booth and Bayliss 3 to 2 in eleven innings. Feder allowed only three hits and emerged as a potential ace. Four more games loom including Sprague Meter Quiesea Black Bocks General Electric and Park City Giants with dates August 18 20 and 1. For details contact R Kownattay.

Joe Feder Bridgeport Gas Tight Company Seaside Park Fast Booth Bayliss Feder Contes Gas Conipany Sprague Meter Company Quiesea Black Bocks General Electrics Jibe Park City Giants Park City Giants R. Kownattay Howard Avenue

Women golf at Brooklawn today headline event

About twenty women are expected to contend in the eighteen hole medal play handicap tournament or the Brooklawn Country Club. Prize will be awarded for the low net and score names have been set. The event features Bishop, holder of the title, among key participants as presidents on view.

Piizew Andi Bishop Eny Angol

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