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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1923
Page
11
Worcester's Sterling Stryker hurled a complete game shutout as the Coal Heavers dropped Bridgeport 9 to 0 in Worcester Massachusetts. Emmerich starred for Worcester with key hits and three runs scored while Bridgeport misplayed several chances early.
The graphophones and Remington Arms are tied for first with ten wins in thirteen starts. Graphophones face American Tube testers, Arms meet Stubbell. Batter Al Paige leads with .442, though slipping slightly but holding a solid margin. Afternoon games listed at Seaside Diamond No 1, Bullard’s field 3:00 with umpires O’Brien, Remkus, and scorers Sterbac Diaround Challenger.
Two Industrial League games are scheduled at Newfield Park this afternoon. The General Electric nine leads the standings and will face Bridgeport Grass in the first contest, while the Chalne combine meets Crane tossers in the twilight tilt. The Warner Brothers Maxwell game is postponed.
Pittsburgh tied the series with Philadelphia by beating the locals 11 to 6. Ringsesy was knocked from the mound after 11 Pirates hits in seven innings. Spencer Adams had a four run contribution with a single two walks and reach on a fielder's choice.
Josiah Rywa, favored University football star, is named to coach the backfield at Colorado School of Mines, announced by Head Coach Calahan. Muskegon report notes Claude Fallenwater, leading quarterback, joined the American league farm via the University Americans.
Bridgeport boxing fans anticipate a sellout as Cavanaugh faces Latio in a rematch at State Street Arena Monday. Delaney and Wilson linked to corners with plans for a knockout bid. Parker, Palmer and Sheider replacements affect the undercard. close to 4000 tickets sold amid high interest from Bridgeport and Fairfield.
The Yankees beat the St Louis Americans 5 to 4 as Babe Ruth again led with three hits and Robb Pipp scored on a Scott sacrifice. Dave Danforth pitched for St Louis amid controversy over ball tampering and a suspension from Philadelphia.
In Brooklyn, the St. Louis Cardinals halted Dagzzy Vance's long hitting run with an 8-5 victory after 12 innings. Sherdel pitched well for St. Louis, striking out seven while Vance fanned once and yielded nine hits. Ainsmith cleared the bases with a 12th inning double, then homered in the 11th, leading the rally.
Cincinnati knocks off New York 5 to 4 in eleven innings as Burns, ex Giants star, belted a decisive homer with two out in the eleventh. Donahue labored through four scoreless innings before being shelled early. Burns also contributed a fourth inning homer to force extras, while Ryan took the loss for New York.
North Guilford and Milford square off in a highly anticipated semi pro baseball clash at Milford Sunday. The two hard hitting lineups feature notable players from both sides and a strong crowd is expected to attend with bus reservations available.
November 17 1910 report notes Ferome from NSW York and Johnny Curtin of Jersey City set for a twelve round bout at Queensboro Stadium. Curiously timed arrival in town signals an eager build up for the Tuesday night contest.
Fairfield August 1. The Bridgeport firemen come to Shermanfield Sunday afternoon to play the Last going Geor A. Smith post of the American Legion nine. The game promised to be good as both teams are evenly matched and have defeated similar rivals. McGarry will be on the mound for the home nine with key players in their standard positions. Manager John M. Donaldson is seeking Saturday afternon games in other cities and towns. teams may contact him at the Fairfield Post office.
Matty Skane will compete at the Bridgeport A C Meet Sunday at Seaskle Park in Morrow. The event features a large field with notable entries and a full program including the mile run, jumps, and field events.
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