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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1922

Page

6

Giants Defeat Cubs as Cardinals Edge Bulldogs in Tight Week

In a crowded sports wrap, Giants topple the Cubs while the Cardinals squeak past the Bulldogs. Mayes leads with strong play, Bowney close behind as hitters surge over .300. New Haven shows sharp hitting, with several players amassing high totals and leaders evolving through the Eastern League season.

Ign Estonia Mayes Elmer Bowney Els New Waterbury Spring Orocever Mod Pittsfield Haven Sig Tims Johnny Drs Slim Bormhoott Barney

Harriers Triumph in Close Contests at Track Meet

New Britain A. A. and Haven Harriers led a tight field as George Lee won the 220 and 100 yard dashes. B. A. C. and Harriers shared victories in relay and field events with multiple top finishes, including high jump and shot put.

Takako Jon Minon George Lee Ea Z Faport Haven Harriers Sec- Hiern New Britain Eigth Ria Pratt J. C. Me A. Ca F. W. Dela Gritain A. A Wihlna Harriera Tome G. V. Lee Harold Higgins J. C. McGuire B. A F. m C. Ryder A. C. Tike Willan Ant Harriers Satna Britain A- A. Teer Fecong Benson Harriers Winches Wurts Harai Benson Aggosman Ay Menaniaon Cygnet A. C ZiKeller New Britain A. A Tosh Bridgeport Hgjaz School Lathe Atta Tkings B. A C

Navy officials chosen for annual game at Philadelphia

West Point officials announced the lineup for the annual naval crew game in Philadelphia. Commander Howard Prichard Glendon, son of the naval coach, will head the team with selections from La Salle Institute Bowdoin Harvard Lehigh St John’s Annapolis among others. A separate note mentions a $2 590 posting for a feat or prize.

Ee Wapolis West Point Navy Vie Blakestec Jass Giants Eddie Milner Navy Eteres Hony Wilson St. John's Annapolis

No Decision on Hunter's Amateur Standing Still Pending

The United States Golf Association has not yet acted on Willie Hunter's status. Officials say Hunter remains an amateur until he applies to enter the U S Amateur Championship at Brookline next month.

United States Golf Association George von Elm Salt Lake City Thq Almateur Asx Willie Hunter Thenolder Hunter United States Brooklarly

Stars Enter Seaside Swimming Meet August 27

Commodore Elson of Seaside Life Saving Corps, promoter of a large aquatic carnival at Seaside Park, received entry blanks from Helen Wainwright, Gertrude Ederle, Allen Riggin, Hilda James and others. Over a hundred entries expected, with up to 250 after late corrections. Local divers and swimmers urged to enter at the Board of Recreation Seaside Bathing Pavilion.

Commodore Trying Elsan Seaside Life Saving Corps Seaside Park Helen Wainwright Gertrude Ederle Alle¢n Rigein Hilda James ABC New York Elson Duke Kahnanameku Commodore Bison Board of Recreation

City Golf Championship sees twelve matches played at Beardsley Park

In the City Championship at Beardsley Park Links twelve matches concluded with notable displays. T Vreeland beat A Lachioma two up. A Gedney defeated A Burdick two up with a long drive. J Omelia edged J Bellamy by one stroke after 27 poles.

Beardsley Park Links T. Vreeland A. Lachioma Tra Ip Vreeland A. Gedney A. Burdick Gedney Nat Beardsley J. O'Mell. Bellamy Yg. Fachloma Lyra UN Omelia J Bellamy J. Chapman J. A. McLennan Defaul Miller L. A. Hayes Knapp Fahey A. Risley Cr. Manoyécky Herron A. Roger H. D. ‘Mittchel C. Teasant Tye Smith Han M. Lyle Ant M. Lee Tyo Bart Welle W. TL Rhod

New Haven Racquet Team Defeats Bridgeport Cavaliers

The New Haven racquets team defeated Bridgeport eight matches to one to win the Connecticut Valley championship. Hawley and Strang of Bridgeport won the doubles victory in the afternoon, marking Bridgeport’s lone win.

New Haven Teawis Bridgeport Hawley Strang Jocal Victor

Sports Commentary on Winners Losers and Longevity

The column surveys sports longevity from sprinting to boxing and tennis, noting youth peaks in swimming and tennis ages, with examples like Weismuller and Norman Brookes. It discusses baseball pennant races, Maurice McLoughlin’s David Cup comeback, and the shifting international sports scene including polo tennis and golf.

Weismuller Alblene Muen Vilve Plivsimmona Joe Britton Bbyseko

Two Golfers Hole in One at Beardsley Park

Spectacular golf at Beardsley park yesterday featured H. Carson and C. W. Fostey achieving a fourth hole in one, a feat never before seen at the course. A. Gedacy and J. Tremallo stood out with powerful drives while overdriving the eighth hole and Van Carlen, the pro, had a busy day with 289 players on the links.

Beardsley Park H. Carson C. W. Fostey Beardsley A. Gedacy J. Tremallo van Carlen

Hubbard Defeats G Williams In Brooklawn Play

In the seedna round of the Presidents and Vice Presidents cup at Brooklawn Country Club Hubbard beat G Williams one up to advance to the third round. Other results include Hayes beating Savard two up and Strong defeating Wheatler two up, with several matches completed in later rounds.

Brooklawn Country T. Ll. Hubbard C. G Br. J. M. Johnson EL L. Jones J. R. Reyburn J. Dunn A. M. Baldwin H. R. Ahargent I. B. Hawley W. D. Herziman Stead W. TD. Yates Taylos C. M. Carpenter Tereo

Giants Rally to 5-4 Win Over Cubs in Chicago

A crowd of over 26 000 watched the Giants beat the Cubs 5-4 in Chicago. Bob O'Toole allowed a late outfield throw to clinch in the ninth after a rally. Smith homered for the Giants and Grimes hit a fourth inning path shot. Umpire McCormick drew ire from fans with two strike calls during a key rally.

Chicago National Jena Chicaga Giants Bob O'Tarrel Smith Rug Grimes Yerson McCormick Headcate

St. Petersburg Wins Blotida State League Pennant

St Petersburg clinched the 1122 pennant in the Blotida state league as the season ended. The league split into two halves with Balmts Tendering both halves, and Orlando finished in a trailing position while Aub appeared in the standings.

Orlando. Fin St. Petersburg Balmts

English Women Capture First at Paris Olympics

English women win first place at the Paris Olympics with the United States second and France third. Luzille Godbold and Cornelia Sabi star for the Americans with world records in shot put and 100 yard hurdles. Czech-Slovak and Swiss runners challenge, while officials review relay interference affecting final standings.

Paris Copethora United States France Switzerland Czecho-Slovakia Cuueho Ovaitha Swicteerland England Cezechio Slovakia Pershing Stadium Iam Wealness Lucille Godbold Estilie S.C Cornelia Sabie Newark N. J Sonny Tat Mile Greard Marty E. Stewart New Haven Te International Tominine Federation Staware Kova Czacho Mess Lines Proet Mgs Tones Miss Cast Mile A. Darread Frances Luellie Golbold Camelia Sabie Carrie Hart Ale. Threis Lamm Tiora Ratsan Bread Mile Lenair Provonond Miss Hall Miss Gonbold Doueth Enerance Czecho Slovakia United — States Camelia Sable United , States Huhes Mile. Comte Birenenough Wver Sles Lines Elizabeth Lane Silsa Cametla Savio Carrie Matt Nancie Voorhees Aisa Lowman Mia Geerner Rance Luculin Godbold Gourand Morris Maude Rosenbaum Mie A. Mejsiikovat Passazola Ganeci Prince Flava Rabsen Mies Groslimond

Harry Wills Ready For Jackson Bout At Newark Armory

Harry Wills the world’s Negro heavyweight champion is set for a twelve round bout with Bundy Jackson at the Newark Armory Newark. Wills vows to win by knockout and to show the crowd a vigorous display as he seeks a decisive victory over his rival.

Harry Wills

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