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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1926
Page
11
In Chicago a disputed political episode unfolds as Cobb insists he will prove his innocence and reveal hidden testimony. The scene centers on Leonard and Speaker Beck exoneration claims and implied graft connections amid tense public remarks.
Yale coach Joe Wood denies betting on a 1919 fixed game as baseball commissioners and university officials review his statements. Wood claims no wrongdoing and says he never bet on the game, while Yale officials discuss next steps with Winslow and Woodcock as the investigation continues.
A chaotic report describes Foreman’s rise and a wild tale of his whip and pistol feats. It notes his marksmanship, strength, and rivalry, highlighting his recent knockout of Irish boxer Jimmy Monroe and his fast ascent in the featherweight scene amid international attention.
Gene Tunney, following his heavyweight champion era, fled public attention for rest over the holidays. He traveled from New York by rail with two friends toward Moosehead Lake region, planning a quiet stay at Kings Camp near Tondecan on Baker Brook. Bert Fowler, his guide, met them in Kingsport and led a seven mile trek to the camp avoiding crowds.
New York date reports three St Bonaventure College stars will compete in the Columbus Knight of Columbus indoor meet at the Tenth Infantry Armory Brooklyn January 1. Charley Major the national junior running high jump champion Gus Moore former Bugs H S star and Johnny Bell Brooklyn two mile champion will participate in the events including the 1000 yard run and two mile handicap.
A sharp right hook drops Jimmy in the ring, leaving him unable to recover as Referee O Keefe stops the fight with only seconds remaining in the round. The struggle showcases a brutal finish in the early stages.
Greenwich Tee basketball team suffered a 40 to 26 defeat at home against Yonkers. Clifford, center, and Boles, forward, led Greenwich with scoring honors as the standout players.
St Louis December 23 AP Sam Breadon president of the world champion Cardinals defended the trade of manager Rogers Hornsby to the New York Giants. He said paying 50 000 a year for three years would gamble away the club s financial future. Breadon noted Hornsby s high past salaries but questioned paying for years when he might be finished as both player and manager. He owns 65 percent of the stock and would face deficits to protect his investment.
Hartford police court records show Prosecutor John L. Bonee requesting bail for Al Friedman of Boston, accused in the manslaughter death of Charles Pegulihan during a December armory fight. Coroner ruled death accidental. Judge Schatz grants the nolle pros. Meanwhile New York debate over Hornsby grooming. Frisch hints at Cardinal managing ambitions.
Eddie Collins, longtime star second baseman, re joins Philadelphia Athletics under Connie Mack as he marks his 64th birthday. Mack hints at team improved odds with Collins at second base and another outfielder, aiming for a seventh AL pennant.
Announcer George Barris at Navinfield says several Detroit teammates knew the September 25 1919 Detroit Cleveland game was to be thrown to Detroit. He claims Chick Ehrten paid him to bet and that Doc Ayres and Ben Dyer were on the bet for Shorten. Barris says Cobb sometimes funded bets for races.
The latest baseball deal places Rogers Hornsby above Frankie Frisch and Bill Ring in value for their teams. Hornsby earned $30,000 last season while Frisch and Ring each drew about $25,000, with Frisch reported to have collected $16,500 from the Giants.
Fresno date line. Dutch Leonard, the key witness cited by Commissioner Landis in the baseball scandal, says he has not signed anything for anyone including Judge Landis. He hints at a future detailed statement but wants authorities to speak first.
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