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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1921
Page
6
Veterans of Foreign Wars fall to Glenbrook in a tight casino game. Gale of scores and late seconds kept the match close as both teams battled for the lead.
In a Court of Appeals ruling, football player Lanzenove received fifteen days in jail and 10000 francs damages for striking an opponent with his leg during a rugby football match. The lower courts had imposed four months in jail and 6090 francs damages in the earlier judgment.
In a preliminary contest the Fairfield Legion fell 21-10 to Crane Five. Vhe Velleegem led the Cras company with six field goals and a foul while Meyers starred for the losers with five goals. Malecieteh did not reach the score.
Athletics announce a trade sending Collins to Newark in exchange for a player from Newark. The deal aims to bolster pitching and fielding for next spring while naming manager Mack and detailing other notable figures and results from recent events.
The racing card lists multiple entries across seven races at Ent Orleans. Notable names include Elsaz vin House Leander Print De Bet and Miracle Wan among four year olds, with purses ranging up to 700. The program shows entries for three year olds and up in distances from five to six furlongs to a mile and a sixteenth, featuring several colts and fillies such as Verne ihe and X-Trentula, plus entry details for claiming races and apprentice categories.
Bridgeport High five team faced a blank schedule this Saturday as players like Joe Murphy and Jimmy Burns prep for varsity training. The report notes past games, student athletes, and local lines about upcoming matches with the Hunters next Saturday.
The article previews a Rose Bowl week feature with California and Washington facing in a major desert showdown. It highlights Cal stars like Masterson and Plevan, noting strong defense and top passers, and mentions East Coast readers debating the best balance of offense and defense in the clash. The piece reflects era sports narration and big game anticipation.
A fragmented report honors key figures behind Bridgeport football, naming coaches, players, and supporters among a long list of attendees. The write-up recounts a season’s end gathering, praising leadership and weathered efforts that shaped the team’s path.
The Aggirs face Lebanon in a scheduled Thursday evening basketball game. Harvard and Cambridge connections, including players Putnam and Wikolski, bolster the lineup as analysts note passing, defense, and forward presence.
Trade Scross quintet defeats Norwalk High 42 to 29. Wexler stars for the locals with eight field goals and notable plays in a low scoring final. Burns led the visitors with six field goals as the Norwalk team struggled in the final period.
Bridgeport notes former Red and Black stars who made college rosters and earned honors in football and other sports. Players like Hammill Ryan and Berkwit cited for gridiron success, with several others from Hilltop and Choate prep contributing across Connecticut colleges and Holy Cross, Notre Dame, and Loyola programs.
Public school teams canceled court games as several matches were postponed due to enrollment disputes and pending memberships. Practise sessions will continue next week with adjustments to venue and schedule for upcoming city league play.
The Pittsfield Association announces a 10 percent dividend to members. The report notes payments were made this year with a total amount around $8, and details regarding who received the payout are included.
Amid bold claims, Everett High School in Everett Washington asserts an 11 year unbeaten run and a disputed scholastic championship claim. The account emphasizes past undefeated period and contested national title, with references to NSS and local credentials.
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