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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1923
Page
7
Bridgeport and New Britain clash in a hard fought game where Healy’s squad escapes with a modest win and $1350 guarantee after a lengthy delay. Key players include Tully Kennedy and Hamill for New Britain while Bridgeport’s Rakis and For the Wall are noted for notable gains.
Kansas City reports that Welterweight champion Renny Leonard accepted Tex Rickard's bid of 200,009 for a 15 round decision bout with Dex Mickey Walker in New York. Also sports scores show Legion Sovver and other local teams with varied results across multiple listings.
The church league starts with two opening matches at multiple venues including the Universaliats Park St. and Summerfield. Teams listed include Summerfield, Park Street, First M., Nichols, Presby, and United Tong with schedule through January featuring multiple pairings and venues.
Ten Bridgeport amateur boxers compete this evening at the Linerty Building. The lineup includes Jenny Heh Riewla, Johny Kelly, Andy Tew Young Speck, B. Freedman, Freedsman, Jonny Mokune, Mikeyz, and Joe Castn as participants.
The Cohen brothers travel to Madison Avenue auditorium to meet the Italian Catholic club after a recent workout. The visitors, led by Sol Mooney, aim to rebound after earlier losses while the famed duo plans to star, with a preliminary game and detailed lineups announced for the event.
The Connecticut Agricultural College football plans suggest some home games may be played in Willimantic. Authorities consider moving one or two games to the Windham area to boost attendance, hoping post season success and fan interest will draw crowds.
Bridgeport High School basketball starts the 1999 season Saturday afternoon against Congress High. Coach Reilly predicts a strong year with veteran players and new recruits like Joe McGuire and Donbul Tonhulian, while guard duties may hinge on Mynn and Shea who return from football injuries. The team aims for top state rankings with extensive practice schedule and possible lineup changes.
The May Ups lead the Past Office League by two games over the Missorts with Bolinder and the N team setting circuit records. Standings show Mark Ups, Teague, and Mish Tn among top performers with Bolinder posting high totals and averages.
The Midshipmen announced a 79 game season with 19 contests abroad. Key away games include December 12 Washington College and January 1 Penn State at Philadelphia. Other bouts feature Army at West Point February 23 and a December 11 Hartford bout for featherweight Johnny Brown.
Gotham hosts the thirty fifth International six day bicycle race with sixteen teams racing from Madison Square Garden starting just after midnight. Top entrants include Goulett with Piani and Grenda with a mix of riders from Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, and the United States, among others, across Newark and New York area clubs.
Whiley Michelson claimed the senior OT bs COW Championship at Con necitent Lacy in a fast portester meet held on Saturday. Only Cyzner aL CO. contestants took part as Kelson clocked Yinyinuves and S4 seconds for a third straight title. The Cygnets captured the team honor amid a tio affair.
The Crescent team of Danbury seeks competitive games with Bridgeport Trade School in the 12 to 141 pound range. Last season they finished second in the Danbury city league. Contact manager Charles Keane at 115 Fast Liberty Street, Danbury.
The American Olympic hockey team sails January 18 from New York to Cherbourg to begin play in the Chamoni games. Widdock, president of the United States Amateur Hockey Association, said the team will tour Vilnius, Switzerland after the Games to enter an international trophy competition.
The Reda lead the Sokol Rosebud bowling league with a five game margin over the Braves and Dodgers who share second. Rohow leads individuals while the Dodgers are top team. standings show Reds and Braves near the top with Cubs, Giants, and Quakers also listed. Highs include Franko 349 and Kohout 340, Dodgers 1455 team single high. Upcoming week features Braves vs Dodgers and Cubs vs Pirates, with more matches noted for Tuesday.
In Fairfield on December 2 two local basketball teams produced a peculiar game with no scoring in the second half. The Park five faced the Community five after a lineup switch and Trinity aimed to score on three fouls while Community missed four fouls. The night opened with the lisionettes beating the Sighots girls in the preliminary game, as Nichols gang joined Gy van Lor in a tense set of matches.
Murphy Stars over Bridgeport Elks in three straight rammes, avenging last season’s defeat by Park City outfit. Friday night results show the All Stars winning three sets while the Elks seek a rematch with tweaks planned. A special Christmas show at Chicago Coliseum Arena features Dempsey, Burman, Malone, White, Mandel and Goozeman with proceeds to the city’s poor.
Fairfield players and officials reported a tense week as Larry Gardner emerged as the expected manager candidate if a franchise sale succeeds. Franchisor Lewis said six offers exist and the American chain plans to sell within two days to allow new owners to prepare for the Star Minor League conference in Chicago.
The Y M A Separates will meet St James in a closely contested game as Saint Jamess seeks to halt the Madison Avenue boys win streak. Lineups include Schwartz Mansel Ragkowics and Schlon among others in a challenging preview of tomorrow's matchup.
The East Enders basketball squad plans a workout session led by Manager Biebe for the Gliy Byin Ode wees. Stars include Mickey Dunn Henry Buckley Francis Cohen Kenny Hayton Modael Miller with George Nic alternating as forward. The team aims to face Sokol Rosebuds or Blessed Sacraments next.
John Stober of Reading served as elector captain of the Springfield College football team for 18a season. He is a member of the junior class and previously played with Mackie on the university team for two years.
The Knights of Columbus battled Collegiacy Hig Five Saturday night at the B. I. S. facility with a tight score 17 to 18. Menney Rowe was elected team captain prior to the game, ahead of McGraw from Washington College.
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