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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1926

Page

23

Delaney Heads to New York for Gorman Bout Training

Boxing notes from New York May 16 report Delaney leaving Bridgeport to train at Stillman’s gym for a light heavyweight title fight with Bud Gorman Monday. He trains alongside Charley Rosenberg and others as fans crowd the gym, with Delaney seen as a top challenger for heavyweight honors.

Delaney New York Bud Gorman Monda Stillman's Gym Oday Humbert J. Fuenzy Fourth Regiment Armory Jersey City Jack Delnnes Hod Bridgeport Hhem Stillman’s Symmasium Lorman Charley Phil Rosenberg Wolf Jack Gorman Andy Divodie Mick McFarland Giova Salerno Johnny Green Jim Braddock Jutsey King Don Conrad McFarland

Ring Gossip and Rising Stars in Historic Boxing Upset

Sally Mehtcomery headlines as Centre Colonels spark a major upset in football style play, while heavyweight champion Gene Tunney solidifies fame after beating Harry Wills. The piece highlights Montgomery as a rising contender, eyeing a showdown with Jack Sharkey and featuring a history of victories over top heavyweights.

Sally Mehtcomery Centre Colonels Moe Roaring East Autie Boston Ho McMilan Ed Roberts Amatal Fimonqy Meares Tharyard Montgomery Reston Jack Sharcey Suffolk AA Sharey Gene Tunnay Harry Wills Tie Jim Maloney Jack Renault Stud Goeman

Larned and Ward Era Tennis Stars in Early American Fame

A jagged account honors historic American tennis figures. It highlights Morn Larned’s peak era, the Davis Cup runs, and associations with United States Lawn Tennis as pivotal in shaping American tennis and aviation connections, noting key matches and leadership roles.

Conversation on the Street Interrupted by Plumbing Issue

Two women stood talking in the street when one suddenly broke off the discussion. A man remained nearby explaining a burst pipe blocked the path as he spoke to the plumber about urgent repairs.

Elky Clark to Meet Labara in Title Bout

Glasgow’s Elky Clark sails to the United States for a January 21 world flyweight title bout with Los Angeles’ Friel Labarta at Madison Square Garden. Clark seeks the undisputed crown after Panama Villafama’s era, with Labarta holding the American title since 1924.

Elky Clark Labara London Clark Glasgow United States Friel Labarba Los Angeles Madiigan Square Garden Britain Jimmy Wille Wille Polo Grounds New York Pancho Villa Biston Lonsdale Labarta Harber Bar-ney

Atchison Ordered to Pay Estate Funds in Mandamus

A court ordered Atchison to repay twenty thousand dollars to the Hawley estate after authorities found misapplied funds. The case, involving administrator FT Rogers and counsel, saw a mandamus writ directing payment or show cause why not, with Judge Booth noting fears and age influenced the official's actions.

Onder Atchision FT Rogers Manwtet Arks Charles Johnson Fulward A. Platt George Wonlwird Qo Owirto Ateneson Hawley Hia Das Ealon Hawles Booth

Hornsby Will Manage Cardinals Next Season Says Breadon

Chicago December 16 AP Hornsby will manage the St. Louis Cardinals next year despite rumor trades Breadon indicates Hornsby will return with a three year managerial contract around 126000 dollars Hornsby owns a large block of stock in the club and negotiations include a possible one year deal Breadon dismisses Cubs interest and Giants speculation remains uncertain

Chicago Rogers Hornsby St. Louis Cardinals Sam Breadon Gaid St. Louis Helgers New York Brendon Cardinals Hornaby

Stars to Enter 88th Boston Indoor Invitation Meet

Boston reports entry blanks for the 88th Indoor Invitation by the Boston Athletic Association. Stars nationwide are invited to compete at the Boston Arena on February 5. Hunter mile headlines, with Gardner Williams three mile, Major Briggs and A. Paul Keith trophies featured. Open two mile relay may include Yale Harvard and other top colleges if entries arrive.

Boston Boston Athletic Association New England Boston Arena Sears Gardner B. Williams Yale Harvard Pennsylvania Crargetown Cornel Syracuse

Drury High Boasts Of Fine Grid Mark

Drury High School of North Adams has a remarkable football record, with twenty-seven games over three seasons and only two defeats. They won the Berkshire county championship in one year and tied for it in another, posting 1924 five and two, 1925 seven and one, and 1936 six and one with a tie.

New England Drury Ibisn North Adams Drury Berkshire Siz

Intercollegiate hockey plans abandoned by New England group

Boston December reports the New England Intercollegiate hockey League project has been abandoned due to outside-team withdrawals. Boston University Boston College Tech planned to join but M S T reservations and early season factors caused doubt. Despite the setback BU and Tech renew a Friday Arena clash. local schedules remain unchanged.

Boston the Sun Boston University Boston College Tech M.st Brown Providence College Springfield College Amerst George W. Brown Serson Arena College Evurue Boston University and Technology Battle Soame

French to Head Pequonnock Yacht Club Commodore

Louis French was elected commodore of the Pequonnock Yacht Club at the annual meeting, succeeding Joseph Wright. Officers include William Stearns vice commodore Carl Davis rear commodore and others. The club plans a basement ship's cabin and a 21st anniversary event on February 22 1927 at St George's hall.

Louis French Pequonnock Fred Keesman John la Vander Harry L. Hamilton Gustave Nolting St. George's Hall

Rockne Favors Chance in Scoring of Extra Point

Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne backs placing the kickoff on the opponent’s 20 yard line after a touchdown. The rules committee will discuss potential changes at its Italian winter meeting in New York City, amid debate on the effectiveness of kick or rushing tactics.

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Western conference tie sparked by Rockne suggestion

The Chicago and Rockne discussion credited the idea as the best suggestion heard for scoring after touchdowns. If adopted, it could lead to more football opportunities for operators and stronger scoring plays. After each touchdown, four odds were proposed, with home plays allowed to describe execution and boost defensive teams' chances to close their detrimental power.

Chicago Rockne Lnogchdown

Auto races set for New England 200 mile meets

New England hosts two major automobile meets next year by the American Automobile Association with races scheduled for June 25 and October 12 at Brookingham Park Salem N H A 200 mile events and two 26 mile sprints on each date following this year s record breaking show at New Hampshire Speedway

New England Imajor American Automobile Assacia Borkingham Park Salem N. I New Himpshire Speedway

South Central Tourney Opens at Hot Springs

The third annual South Central Open Golf tournament was announced by Hot Springs Golf and Country Club, with a February start and $5,000 in prizes and trophies. The event aims to attract top professionals and amateurs from California and Texas circuits as winter golf moves to Southern venues. A Chicago pro, Wild Bin My Horn, is expected to defend after beating Bobby Cruickshank in a playoff for this year’s title, and on February 9 an amateur professional foursome and pro medal event will precede the main tournament.

Hot Springs Ark Hot Springs Golf Country Club Texas Wild Horn Chicago Bobby Cruickshank

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