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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1924
Page
10
Eastern League owners at the Hota Elton approve a 13 man ball club minimum and a 154 game schedule while restricting player usage to two optional men and two players under 180 innings. The vote supports economy and a lighter payroll with opening day set for April 22.
Fairfield notes that the Fairfield American Legion team faces Yale and Stanford in a big game at Stamford, aiming to showcase a faster basketball style after a rough week and seek a victory. The lineup includes Bhav, Pat, Moruhe, Exkert, Bedell, Bowden, Ths, and Nebesa, with a schedule of upcoming games through January, highlighting Danbury, Yale, and Towne teams.
A garbled text hints at a local league record chase with players named Tomny Crinolh Joan and Billy Frans. It mentions a dean and a possible Tew in y irte al record, a nine year span, and a third year without a break.
The State Athletic Commission denied Meriden Chamber of Commerce’s request to bring a brass band for Kid Kaplan at the final round of the featherweight tournament. Danny Kramer from Philadelphia was to face Kaplan, with a separate bid for 1000 seats requiring the chamber of commerce to prevent ticket speculation.
The Housatonic high school basketball loop begins in January with opening games set in Milford and Seymour. Officials indicate a schedule of league games will unfold, featuring top players and teams, including Wallingford, and plans for first and second teams to compete under a structured format with specified quarters and timing.
Bridgeport High basketball travels to Lyon Tech Gym Saturday to face the undefeated Trade School five after a win over Fairfield High. Coach Westly plans a strong lineup with Soderstrom Linana Sker Rita Maher Kavino and several substitutes while Federins Lesco Llanusoaughy Isto Ind Blake and others ready for bench duty.
Maples defeated Pastime in a tight contest at the Voey Corner. Frank Renina starred for the Maples while Sanday sat out. The win keeps them in the race as the season progresses and livens the mood for the upcoming games.
Officials debate plans for a two man event tied to a June regatta in Poughkeepsie. The Navy crew faces potential gaps in training if the annual cruise schedule remains unsettled, risking reduced oar experience for sailors.
An army officer probes local leaders while COBE never an egotist and many artistic traits shape town life. The upcoming Saturday tilt between two quilted groups and the Firemen decides the town championship. The piece blends profile of Cobb and local sports, with community leadership themes and a cultural setting.
Yale and Harvard yearlings prepare for a key game at the Yale Bowl. The article notes players traveling from home for the trip and mentions expected attendance and the schedule surrounding the date in mid autumn.
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Stratford Legion Five prepares to face New Canaan in a Friday game at Stratford Methodist Church venue with local players Carter Hogan Wool and others listed for participation. The match follows the recent loss by the Stratford squad and aims to rebound in the upcoming contest.
Fragmented OCR reads as stating Fred Clark may pilot a Cardinal team with unclear context and several garbled phrases. Names like Fred Clark and Cardinal appear amid distorted sentences, making precise details unreliable.
The St Augustine Triangles of New York defeated the Y M H A team 29 to 28 at Madison Avenue Auditorium in a rough interchurch contest. Norton led the visitors with a late field goal as Hebrons struggled, while Merron was the outstanding local star with seven field goals and eight fouls. First Baptists and Presbyters won their league games as well, with Baptists edging United 15 to 14 and Presbys routing Summerfield 23 to 24.
Fordham defeated Yale 31 to 8 at Yale gym tonight. Fordham used its second string early while Yale led 6 to 3 after eight minutes. Yale managed only two field goals and one free throw, while Fordham dominated the second half with scoring from all angles.
Shelton High School will open its basketball schedule tomorrow afternoon with a game against Guilford High at the local gym at 3 o’clock. The official schedule lists games through January and February with venues at Shelton Wilford Branford Wesper and Wallingford. The varsity roster includes Simonds, Gilmore, Houst, Pethick, Hogan, DeMarco, and Mills among others.
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