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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1918

Page

6

Roamer Breaks Salvator’s Mile Record at Saratoga

At Saratoga on August 21 Roamer, a seven year old gelding owned by Andrew Miller, clocked 1:34 4 5 for a mile to lower the American mark set 28 years earlier by Salvator at Monmouth Park. The record pace was unpaced, with no whip used and Roamer finishing with ease behind his stablemate Lightning.

Andrew Miller Saratoga Springs Salvator Saratoga Monmouth Park N. J Roamer Andy Schuttinger Lightning Carmin Lingfield England

Favorites Take Opening Games At Meadow Club

Straight set victories opened the Meadow Club Tournament qualifying for the National Championship. Kumagae Hayes Burdick Doyle Tilden Murray led early rounds with wins, while Rosenbaum and Horrell posted matches in straight sets and defaults shaped several results.

Meadow Club Southampton Atrg Ichina Kumagae W. T. Hayes QR. H. Burdick C. B. Doyle Washington W. T. Tilden Lindley Murray California Meteor Wm. Rosenbaum W. A. Horrell Arizona Fiftern Elliott H. Binzen A. S. Cassils Walter I. Kfayes H. m. Keresy Ichyla _Kumagae Alexander Ller Harold A. Throckmoreton J. 3. Hurries Gerald Emerson A. W. Wallace Dr. Wm. Rosenbaum Lieut Wim. “A. Horrell Elon B. Hooker H. H. Judson Robert Lindley Murray A. H. Greer Idlefault Henry H. Bassford Ciennes Wilger Vincent ‘Richards Ederick Apes Harold A Mireck Morton Walter Xe Wi Frall Dr. Wm. Roserbaum Frederick C. Baggs Tehyia Kumagae Ar Ts. Taylor A. S. Cassis H.C. Sonne Henry J. O'Boyle Alexander Tiero

Cleveland Wins First of Series From Washington

Superior pitching powered Cleveland to a 5 to 2 win over Washington in game one of the series. Scoring by innings shows Cleveland's four runs in the second, third, and fourth frames with Washington managing two runs early. Morton Colveleskie O'Neil pitched for Washington while Darper Matieson Frovlik and Winsmith appeared for Cleveland.

Cleveland Washington Washington Today Washington, N Morton Colveleskie O'Neil Darper, Matieson Frovlik Insmith

Crusaders Seek Odd Game This Sunday

The Crusaders aim to host a strange game next Sunday when William Myers of ilel street offers his Tasers car range. They will play at Diamond No. 1 at 4 o'clock. The team has won 12 games and lost 5.

Crusaders William Myers Ilel Street Diaemond No. 1

Wait Official Word Before Series Start

CRICAGO August 21 There will be no announcement of the details for the world series until official word is received from Secretary of War Baker that he will approve the games Ban Johnson of the American league said tonight The details were worked out at the meeting of the National Baseball commission in Cincinnati yesterday and the plan was presented to the War department which has ruled that the work or fight order shall apply to professional baseball players on September 1 President Johnson set the expected word from Secretary makes within two per three by According to tentative plans it is proposed to start the series on September 4

Cricago War Baker Ban Fohnson Aguariuan National Baseball Commission Cimati War Department Johnson

Giants Edge Mets in Opening Game Rally

Chicago defeats New York 9 to 2 as Tyler pitches strongly and timely hits fuel the early series win. New York errs, Chicago plates runs from base running and hits, with standout fielding aiding the victory.

Big League Races Yesterday's Results and Tonight’s Games

Baseball scores recap from Chicago and New York games with Pittsburgh Boston Cincinnati Philadelphia lines. Giants face Chicago while Brooklyn meets St Louis as Philadelphia clashes Cincinnati. Other results include Washington over St Louis and New York edging Boston.

Chicago New York Louis Brooklyn Pittsburgh Boston Cincinnati Philadelpipe Giants Chicara Firooklyn Br. Louis Philadelphia Todiy Detroit New Yorks Cieagen Cleveland Washington Tristan St. Louis ART

Racing Results At Saratoga Spa

The Saratoga meet on August 21 featured six races with results: First Race Left Pielder won at 12 to 1 with Harlocker and Poultney also placing. Second Race New Haven led, Robin Goodfellow ran well, Time 4 25 1 5. Third Race Mancha narrowly beat Ballymooney with Bolster in third. misprint noted. Fourth Race The Porter edged Tippity Hickchet in a tight finish. Time 1786 4-5. Fifth Race Virago and Whitehess Lace led to a close finish, Time 49 4-5. Sixth Race Hank ODay led Star Master to victory over Corn Tassel. Time 186 4.5.

Saratoga Springs N. Y Pielder Harlocker Poultney Kingstown Pleoe New Haven Robin Goodfellow Bolster Mancha Ballymooney Motor Cup the Porter Tippity Iatchet Gold Vale Virago Witehess Lace Star Master Hank O'Day

Magee Roush Features Cincinnati Win Over Phillies

Cincinnati won 4 to 2 in ten innings as Roush and S Magee starred for the Reds. Philadelphia struggled with fielding and pitching, while Cincinnati capitalized on base running and timely hits to pull ahead late. Hogg and Adams, Willer and Winged were credited with the mound duties.

Cincinnati Roush S. Magee Philadelphia

Lake Subs to Meet Loco Team at Seaside Park

The Lake Subs travel to Seaside Park on Saturday afternoon to face the Loco team in a bid for the Industrial Championship. Manager Mullen plans to field a strong lineup to counter Speed Winh in the box and three hits from Taiberry Ordnayes, with players Welea, Wargo, Mallon, Stapleton, Casper, Bickiuler, Karon, Levitar, Vayt, and Christie among those named for key infield and outfield roles.

Lake Subs Locomoniia Seaside Park Msnnager Mullen Leos Speed Taiberry Ordnayes Mallee Toma Welea Piteyer Wargo Catcher Mallon Andley Stapleton Casper Bickiuler Karon Levitar Vayt Christie

Cardinalis Win Over Nut Meres forfeit at Old Men Green

The Cardinalis win by forfeit Sunday morning at Old Men Green. Captain and team adjust plans for upcoming games amid unclear conditions and shifting schedules.

Old Men Green America Jeanes Simday

Boy Caddie Critiques President Wilson’s Golf Game

Joe Dineen, a caddie at Myopia Hunt Club in Massachusetts, observes President Wilson during a recent round with his physician. The 11 year old notes the President is a fair golfer with a 2 three quarters swing and suggests he slow the backswing slightly. he adds Mrs. Wilson plays well for two women.

Joe Dineen Myopia Hunt Massachusetts Wilson Ur. Grayson

Boxing to Return After War and Other Sport Notes

A wartime era piece argues boxing will find a place in American life after the war and cites New York legalization delays. It highlights an August 31 athletic carnival for firemen and police, lists exhibition ideas, and notes Frank Kramer’s 17th cycling title defense. Baseball chatter covers the Tigers, Yankees, Cubs, Giants, pennant bets, and expected salary cuts as reorganized pro sports loom.

Claire G Finney Wins 440 Yard Swim at Brighton Beach

New Rochelle actress Claire Galligan Vinney won the Amateur Athletic Union national 440 yard women’s championship at Brighton Beach in open water. The New York event concluded with Vinney finishing in a fast time, while other entrants from New York and nearby areas pursued medals amid strong competition.

New York Amateur Athletic Union Claire Galligan Vinney New Rochelle N.Y Brighton Beach Winey Monelylia Deroitiy Tienes Tox Ariss Srtolie Jduyde

Huggins' Forces Triumph Tigers at Polo Grounds

New York defeated Detroit in the first game of their series at the Polo Grounds. The Yankees scored early with a first-inning hit, with strong base running and timely hits fueling the win. Detroit yielded multiple runs as New York built a lead and held firm.

Detroit Tigers Polo Grounds Miller Juggins Yankees Tyrus Cobb Huggins Tigers

Browns Hit Mays Hard but Fail to Beat Boston Sox

Boston defeated St Louis 4 to 1 in the first game of a series as Sotheron pitched seven innings with three Boston runs on two hits and a scratch single by Shean and a Coffey homer. The sixth inning loaded the bases on two walks and a hit by McInnis, Scott's sac fly, and Demmitt’s throw allowing two more.

Flack Hollocher Workman Mann Puskert New York Chicago O’parrell Pict Stelen Nollocher Fick Ben Doyle Paskett Tyler Merkle Schupp Perritt Schipn Porritt Browns Mays Boston Sox Boston St. Louis Sotheron Shean Coffey McInnis Scott Demmitt Louis Tobin Maisel Sisler Hendrix Gedeon Austin Nanamaker Sothoron Db Houck Jones Hooper Q Shean Strunk Ruth Schang Hendryx Sottoron Houck Y Mays

Inter-Playground Track Meet and Activities at Seaside Park

Today at Seaside park an inter playground track meet for boys features juniors and midgets with 60 yard dashes broad jumps and relays. medals and a pennant prize await top performers. A Monday swimming contest awards medals and a pennant for points. Girls swim meet follows Tuesday with medals and a pennant, then a citywide program with dances and nation tableaux coordinated by Miss Hazel Coley Higman.

Seaside Park AL. A. Baum Seasids Park Marina Potka Dante Hazel Coley Hhigman America Bridgeport Stowe Ups Tunnrs Aimerican Ammons Sima Pye Ronins Gilke

Six Heats Run to Decide Race in Milford Pace

A close race unfolds in Milford Massachusetts as six heats determine the 8:30 pace event winner. Local horse racing scene features intense heats with competitive pacing and strategic moves by top contenders.

Milford Mass

British and Swedish soccer slated for August 31 at Newfield Park

A Knights of Columbus fund event at Newfield Park plans a August 31 athletic carnival. Great Britain and Sweden teams, with Pat McDonald and Dan Morgan involvement, may headline exhibitions. Boxing by Levinsky and Britton, and other events including track and school competitions are planned. entries open at the New Britain Herald and Torry Lowe’s home.

New York Newfield Park Dan Morgan Levinsky Britton Thay Pat McDonald Aalatt Farath All Ferry Pat Ryan Matin Sheridan McDonard Mc. Cirath MacDonald Babe R.af C Ley Juels Britton Batting Levinsky Lritton Benny Leonard Bee Rip Yip Yophink Wesise Leonard Thia Irvin Berlin Tha NeaVripper CY Oon Washingt Avenue Torry Lowe Remington Wad Lek Progvai Hetween Teanhters AM Star Pridgen Weraineton Arms Lake Tornoe Silver Frog Jurop Scholas Lie Chamuyionshin Acto Bridge Port Bridges

Periscope Wins Opening Race at Grand Circuit Meet

In Poughkeepsie Att. 21 John L. Dodge owner of Hollywood Farm Lexington Kentucky drove his Periscope to victory in The Liberty two year old trot. Periscope led all three heats with a best time of 2 10 1 2 while Brusiloff Princess Etawah and Princess Itawah also started in the race.

Poughkeepsie John Ll. Dodge Hollywood Farm Lexington Periscope Princess Etwah Brusileis Princess Itawah Mr. Dodge John E. Madden Erty Princess Etawah Brussiloff Geers Dorothy Day Murphy Bfao Harvey Wing Stout Harvest Knickerbocker Gly Busy Lassie Cox Ima Jay Ternest Royal Mae Ross B Wright Brescia al Mark Esperanza Bacelli Zomrect Miss Harris Mi Ben Earl Coakley Edna Barry White Cochato Banks Vhilentine Peter Trott McDonald

Sixteen Errors In Game Between Pirates and Hubs

Pittsburgh and Boston faced a high error game this afternoon with a string of miscues and hits. The Pirates were defeated at Boston by a score listed as 8 to 2, with innings showing uneven lines and players Nohf Wasner, Milles, and Schimidé noted in the lineup.

Pirates Hubs Piptsburgh Boston Dittsburgh

Eddie Cicotie Forces Athletics Braves In Strong Showdown

Philadelphia action highlights heavy hitting by Walker and Horns powering the Athletics past Chicago in a tense series opener. Cicotta, Achulkerry, and Lerkins contributed with key plays as the road team grabbed momentum and the crowd roared in a late inning surge.

Philadelphia Walker Horns Heat Cootte Roads Wind Chicago Tanings uOtuoorloo Cicotta Achulkerry Lerkins

Bennett Wins Club Tourney at Seaside Courts

Bennett defeated Dr. R Warren Wall in five sets at the Y M C A courts in Seaside yesterday afternoon to claim the X Elias championship. Gonnett also earned the title but Bennett’s win was the main highlight as doubles were planned to begin tomorrow afternoon.

R. Warren Wall C. A Paris Yesteryo Charles Gonnett Eliah He Ceares Bennett Howler

Dodgers Held to Five Blows in Loss to Cardinals 3-1

Dodgers pitcher SP Louie struggled as Cardinals hitters mounted a five run first and seventh inning barrage. St Louis scored three times in the opening frame to set the pace, while Dodgers managed a lone run later but could not rally. Key moments included hits by Robertson and Miller as the Cardinals solidified their 3-1 victory.

Louie St. Lowis Robertson Miller Dent A Chang

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