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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1926

Page

11

Welterweight Champ Latzo Wins Newspaper Decision Over Simonich

Pete Latzo defeats Toc Simonich in ten rounds for a newspaper decision in Newark. Latzo, weight 134 to Simonich's 153, fought after layoff. Latzo edged ahead in rounds three and later, dealing strong body work while Simonich pressed early. Latzo showed edge in the late rounds and sustained a cut over the right eye. The bout confirmed Latzo as welterweight champion and ready to defend title.

Newark. Dev Pete Lutte Toc Simontech Butte Pete Joe Latton Siowinge Wey Weaiie Pete Semed Shuggish Latzo Simonich Fom Rimonich Hare Cittle Latso Simonch

New Grandstand Plans at Yale Track Facility

In New Haven a coal grandstand project and new seating will be started in March. A freshman pavilion and related improvements are planned to be ready for the first home track meet of the season.

Haven Nerson- Vasthon Conteet van Athier Fantiaila

Sisler to stick with Browns at first base next summer

George Sisler remains slated to play first base for the St Louis Browns next season despite rumors he would join the Athletics. Manager Dan Tin-chey and team officials support keeping him in the infield role as the best man for the job. Franz Diener plans to return to Germany after a recent loss to Jimmy Maloney. heavyweight tennis in America is noted as temporarily halted. Barney Dreyfuss vows to keep the Pirates intact amid a rumored $27 race, with no changes anticipated to the roster.

George Sisler Clay S&s. Louis Browns Williay Dat Tinchey Sisler Howler George Tts Queat America Franz Iniener Germany Diener New York Jimmy Maloney Boston

Great Waterbury Fight Card Promises Big Delaney Bout

The Waterbury card features Jack Delaney versus Jamaica Kid as the main attraction drawing Connecticut fans. Top supporting bouts include Sammy Vogel versus Chick Clarke, Tony Traver against Fred Bretonnel, and Garren versus Baby Dent, all expected to deliver fast action and hard punches. The night aims to top previous regional showdowns with a lineup of recognized heavier hitters and speedy lightweights.

Jack Delaney Jamaica Waterbury Connecticut New England Sammy Vogel New York Chick Clarke Holyoke Tony New Haven Bly Murphy Traver Fred Bretonnel Murphy New Bre'onnel Eit Garren Baby Dent

Lafayette Off Army Schedule Controversy Sparks Debate

A misread Lafayette plan to publish details of Army selections causes confusion. Officials at West Point decide Lafayette will skip this month’s Saturday game, citing tougher tests ahead and Army’s rule that plebes won’t play next season, signaling reshaped schedules and stronger lineups.

Lafayette CP Army Weert Lafayette Mr. Key

Two Teams Chase Second in Loyalty League Standings

Teams Number Two and Three clash for second place in the Loyalty Lodge standings. No. 2 has 15 wins and 6 losses, while the tied second-place squads show 2 wins and 9 losses. Winnick leads with the best record at 99.

Loyalty Lodge Winnick

Yale appoints Richard W. Gross assistant football manager

Richard W. Gross of Waterbury Connecticut, Class of 1929, was named assistant manager of football by the Yale Athletic Association board of control. The appointment follows his involvement as a student leader and contributor to Yale football activities.

New Haven Richard W. Gross Waterbury, Conn Yale Athletic Assortation Onneler Gradbaate Sag Tetas

Locomobile and G E quintets clash for league lead

New York scene notes a six day bicycle grind and Industrial League preview. Reggie McNamara and Pietre Linare pace the field as Locomobile meets G E Quintets tonight on the M C A floor for top standings. Bridgeport Brass joins the standings chase as other teams duel for early advantage.

Locomobile Industrial Court League New York Dec Madison Square Clarden Reggie McNamara Pietre Linare

Brass Company Quintet Edges DeMolay 43 41 in OT

Bridgeport Brass quintet defeated Milford DeMolay 43 to 41 in Milford last night after two overtimes. Higgins scored the decisive field goal two minutes before the second OT. DeMolay’s Mathews tied the game late with two field goals.

Brass Company Quintet Demolay Bridgeport Brass Company Milford Higgins Brasscos Bridgeport Milforders H. Mathews

Postpone Bouts Halt Rosenberg Schwartz Fight

Charley Rosenberg bantamweight champion has forced cancellation of his 12 round bout with Benny Schwartz in Baltimore Friday due to Rosenberg influenza. The match was called off after Rosenberg fell ill, delaying the card. Benny Schwartz awaits a new date or opponent as promoters seek to reschedule.

Haltimore Dee Charley Phil) Rosenberg Benny Schwartz Rosenberg

Hannegan Named Captain Of Navy Football Team

Hannegan of Washington D C today was elected captain of the Navy football squad for 1927. He has played quarterback for two years and leads the team as it prepares for next season.

Annapolis Dee Hannegan Washington, D D. C Navy

Pairfield High Meets Fairfield Criv terion Club Quintet

Fairfield high school teams prep for a Friday afternoon basketball game against the Criv terion club quintet from Summersfield church of Bridgeport in the local gym. Walter Hellman announced a snappy lineup from the range squad as Fairfield aims for a strong season after a 12 to 1 victory over University School in their opener. Captain Alan Vorares leads a long schedule while manager James Hanley expects success despite tough early opponents.

Fairfield Roger Ladlowe Crivterion Club Summersfield Church of Bridgeport Schol University School Bridgeport Walter Hellman Fairfield Court James Hanley Alan Vorareslis

Columbia Declares Basketball a Major Sport at Columbia

New York Dec 8 Columbia University today approved basketball as a major sport following a committee on athletics recommendation. The move places basketball on a level with football baseball crew and track. The Columbia cage team won the Eastern Intercollegiate Basketball League title last season and had claimed sixteen years of dominance.

New York Columbia University Today

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