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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1923

Page

7

Yankees Win All Matches In International Play

Forest Hills New York reports the American women dominating the international event with decisive victories. Miss Goss and Miss Wills led the team, overcoming English rivals with powerful forehands and strong serves as the American squad claimed the cup on Saturday and extended their unbeaten run.

Yankees HOLLA Bess K Forest Hills N. Y Associated Press Agueriren Touthes Ted Mrs_ Mae Motehkiss Wightman Boston America A. A Isarer Romested Misa Goss Hoowever Repeine Xeynz Peint Miss Goss

Canadian Champ to Challenge Hoover in Philadelphia

Fragmented OCR notes indicate a Canadian champion preparing to challenge Hoover in Philadelphia. The garbled text references a race or title attempt and a report arrival, with unclear names and dates.

Hoover

Women's title tennis second round at Forest Hills

In the 1828 title tournament at West Side Tennis Club, Mallory and others advanced to the second round amid international matches between the United States and Britain. Notable results included Miss McDonald dominating, Mrs. Howard Tay securing a victory, and Mallory, the titleholder, remaining active as play continues into tomorrow morning.

Berton Mamuromnect Tassiy York Lockhorn Flanger Mra J Yaviow Mantulain Mises Tancroft Tomorres Nauticiaalley Mayme McDonald Sextus Georga T. Branchs Huff Howard Tay Increate Jem Miss Hooker R. M. Geavhs San Francisco Vic Mallory Phiadelphia

Floyd Johnson May Aid World Champion Training

A garbled report from Lake New York notes Floyd Johnson possibly helping the world champion during sparring sessions. It mentions heavy practice, expected timing around September 1, and observers including Dar Ueniarain and Janis Pe in New York. The text references Johnson from Iowa and a light heavyweight context amid Dempsey era chatter.

N.Y Jack Dempsey Dar Ueniarain Taro Ben Janis Pe New York Johnson Iowa

Albany Takes Two Straight Over Hartford Profs

Albany remains unbeaten with a 38 to 656 win over Hartford in a tight game. Mulowe and Altenburg starred for Albany, delivering decisive plays as two straight wins push Albany ahead.

Hartford Hertford Albany Faverti Stettur Siinepert & Twiler Pitener Tor Mallord Gimtere Walbany

Nearly all track champions at Wilco Games compete

The Wilco Games feature nearly all track champions with elite athletes preparing for major events. Notable names and hopefuls are highlighted as the meet proceeds, with emphasis on upcoming opportunities and standout performances.

Yoshell Favored, Then Falls in Newport Tennis Play

In the seventh round of the annual invitation tennis tournament at Newport, Yoshell, a Schooldyn player seeded sixteenth in the nation, was defeated by Philip Vandevener of Peld, X. da. Howard Kinsey, Victor Vresbroack, and other entrants contested rounds as players advanced and others bowed out on the crowded Casings Court.

Vporrt Ispagris Ina Thei Anen Voshell United States Philip Vandevener Peld X. da Mrough Tiswetleh Gausdiner Howard Kinsey Wiltime Wikitor Bo Kings Pli Ana Tiler J. SM Bewry Hott Bobag Prntanle South AG Ican OW. Dhevahanm Hawes and Ehil Neo Pili College

Local Swimmers Win in Jersey

Readable fragments show local Jersey swimmers triumphing in a meet. Names and specifics are garbled but indicate a successful event with participants from the area achieving notable times.

Jersey

Greasy Neale to Lead Full Practice Session

In a terse report, Greasy Neale is scheduled to conduct a full practice as part of team preparations. The note hints at surrounding distractions and unclear details but confirms the intended coaching focus and session planning.

Boley Likely To Succeed Everett Scott For Yankees

WW YORK August 12 Joe Boit International League reports indicate Joe Boley may take over as shortstop for the Yankees, stepping into Everett Scott’s shoes. Scouts note his speed and defense, with manager Jack Dunn hinting at readiness to push him into regular duty amid questions on Scott’s future.

York Joe Bo- Boit Dao Jaa Rint Owneh Langer Wppert Maring Es Miller Sime Haley

Jockey Killed as Horse Stumbles in Ohio Race

A horse stumble in Ohio injures two jockeys and kills one rider. Mont Perri, owned by Arvin, collapsed during the event, sending jockeys Judith and Dor Jose to medical facilities. Byrne suffered severe bruising. to their conditions unknown.

Ohio Aus Evi Outlavitle Mont Perri A. Arvin Colum York John Antes Ari Mets Judith Is Dor Jose Byrne Maumce

The Sportlight on Boxers and Bets Amid Yale Predictions

The piece surveys boxing stardom and bets, noting Yale’s strength and the looming Din of The Ring. It contrasts theories on matchups with boxers like Firpo and Dempsy, highlighting practice confidence and the perils of predicting outcomes in a noisy sports era.

Johnny Wilson to challenge Greb for middleweight title

The Aug 12 report details Johnny Wilson accepting a challenge to fight Harry Greb, rekindling a two year dispute over the 160-pound title. Wilson, backed by Frank Marlow, agrees to meet Greb in a bout that could crown or reassert the champion amid long-standing contract battles and unsettled purses.

York Johnny Wilson Harry Greb Wilson Grew Wilgen O'Dowd Greb Ballenger Wwilson Frank Marlow Boston Redna Alilow Marlow Fala New York Boxing Board Wilsson Gre

Giants buy no hit star as season opener looms

A right hand pitcher from Mount Sterling, Taylor of the Uhuegreass Lewrye, was purchased by the New York Giants. The player, known for a string of no hit games, is set to report September 28 as the Giants begin a series in Cincinnati. News from Isle of Wight notes little worry over recent heats and previews, with Americans and Brits scoring in early events.

Lodiy Star Tayit Mount Sterling Kruteuin Uhuegreass Lewrye Hed Hoga New York Winnts Eoss Etsy Nate Tee Widredt Gross New York Vincinnati Isle of Wight Ang Oday Stephen Giants Dave Wuurett Hele Crow Bast Lee Foo Tee Uiants Tanguin Cincinnati Bancroft White Mountains Fred Ad Quire Baste Econ Frison Jackson Maguire—college Jans Boen Nationa League Sage Ward Quachite Arkadelphia Ark Little Rock Tim. Tiven Ana Jaackson McGraw Kid Blpefeld Boss Youmar MacGraw Jennings Iim Maguire Cross Red

Giants edge Reds in pivotal Cincinnati tilt and more

A chaotic report from August 13 covers track records at Toledo with Peter Manning breaking a longstanding mark and multiple heat winners, plus a New York Giants lineup reshuffle amid injuries and fresh prospects. The piece highlights Nedda Chase era figures, County Hustle pacing, and emerging players like Jackson while noting overall team optimism and emerging star power.

Toledo Associated Gress Peter Manning Nedda Chase Thomas Murp Curtye Hui Lee Merriman Misa Ellen Sledd Yaquilla Laulwater Orette

Redding Team Wins Pair of Ball Games

Redding defeated Iettling idee by a likely one run margin in a fast one hour fourteen minute game as pitchers San Sanford and Iles worked hard with strong defense. Georgetown fell to Redding 3-1 as Berlin pitched and teammates turned three double plays shutting down scoring.

Iettling Idee Vistors S. Sanford Ine Dse Iles Reduins Georgetown Therm Ino Scose Cberlin

Selling the Man Your Salesman Never Sees

Big orders are often lost because the decision maker unseen by the salesman cannot be persuaded. Widespread advertising can influence a small core audience. Even if 95 percent are not in the market, reaching the remaining five percent may justify the cost.

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