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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1923

Page

8

Giants Rally To Defeat Reds In 7-1 Victory

New York Nationals crushed Cincinnati 7-1 in the third game of the series. Hargrave held the Reds scoreless, Benton was hit hard, and a New York homer highlighted the win. Menton departed after facing trouble in the fifth.

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Ray and Ritola Set for Two Mile Race at City Stadium

New York August 16 Four distinguished runners Ray Ritola Connolly and Kennedy will run the two mile special at the Metropolitan Association A A U track meet in the City College stadium. The race is a feature of the meet under Andrew B Keating Association auspices. Ray Pochuse Kay aims to break his outdoor two mile record of 9 minutes 8 2 3 seconds. This marks the first outdoor two mile clash for Ray and Ritola. Connolly and Kennedy expected to be strong in speed tests with a large entry count reported for the championship events.

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Brown Shugrue bout nets near four thousand in New Haven

Figures show 2 505 paid admissions for the Brown Shugrue fight in New Haven on Monday night. Net receipts totaled 3949.14 with Brown and Shugrue each receiving about 1184.74 after a state tax of 216.68.

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Dempsey to box Floyd Johnson at Saratoga Lake

August 14 the two heavyweights, Jack Dempsey and Floyd Johnson, will meet in a four round exhibition at Saratoga Lake. A benefit for St Luke's Church is planned with Jack McAulife refereeing and both camps preparing as the bout garners local interest.

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Gertrude Ederle to defend 220 yard title in feature race

A crowded afternoon program features Gertrude Ederle defending her 220 yard national title in the feature race. Helen Wainwright Adelaide Lambert and Ada Kissin are among champions expected to compete, with Olympic ties noted and strong U S swimmer participation anticipated.

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Babe Ruth Bat Case Sparks Court Fight in New York

A chaotic report centers on Babe Ruth and a disputed bat case involving Yankees manager Huggins. President Johnson reportedly intervened, ruling the bat unsuitable and directing its discard. The commentary also mentions weather and construction notes tied to the era.

Babe Ruth Huggins

Steve Smith Returns in Tight Bout Defeats Opponent

Reports detail Steve Smith's return bout performance amid unclear opponent names and disjointed phrases. The account notes a close contest with surprising sequences and a decisive finish, highlighting Smith's comeback effort and ring endurance.

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