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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1927
Page
17
Harris Harrington claims a new pole vault mark in a crowded meet as Millrose results feature strong showings. The event includes Bicksters, Legion rivals, and a wide list of competitors with notable performances from Heffrich, Wallister, and Veal Pes in a dramatic Madison Square Garden program.
Posey League faces scheduling disruption as British clubs struggle with fixtures amid unclear clout and injuries. Officials cite mounting travel costs and player fatigue while fans await decisive results from a tense season kickoff.
Ontario report notes Mrs. Jane Young of Toronto involved as the father’s mother in a legal matter. The piece references a court action affecting Henry Uiner and Leone, with a forty percent stake and ties to Gisswhamer’s entity.
Philadelphia pair Robert A. Gardner and Howard Linn, defending doubles champions, won their opening match in the title tourney amid spirited play. Their victory featured strong serving and steady net play as they upset several challengers, advancing to the second round with a 17-15, 5-8, 14-16 scoreline.
New York February 2 cae bot ting olds on Friday night's bantam weight championship between Rosenberg and Bushiy N. The titleholder weighed 118 pounds looked thin but confident to make the limit. If Rosenberg wins he keeps the tile but would lose only his forfeit if overweight.
Four year olds and upward contest purses around 700 with multiple horses listed and weights shown. Three year olds compete for a $7900 claiming purse in a separate race, with entries including Laguent Lot Swing Wablewar Mot Dor The Ally Conte and others.
Boxers completed workouts today ahead of a stacked Roseland Palace card scheduled for tomorrow night. Ballon Macklin faces Dene Bryan in a anticipated main event while Frankie Cavanaugh meets Henry Digulion in a return, both hailed as top hitters. Also on the bill are Steve Smith vs Bones plus Ernie Herre against Jor Werner in welterweight action as the six bout program unfolds.
Racing results show multiple three-year-old races at six or seven furlongs and one mile, with entrants including Toro Ambrose My Friend Abel and Clister, listing times and payouts. Entries feature horses such as Cloister Workman Eligahip J Dubois Lady Braxted Tinny and several others, across six events with purses from 1 500 to 4 500 dollars and distances from three to one and one eighth miles.
Race results list multiple races for two to four year olds and up at Tia Juana. Notable names include Procter Hug Taplin, Erickson, Dr. Wil Tiller, Scottish Lad, Shastra Express, Hoocreek, Yates Window, Queen Bess, Stage Star, Crabe mile, Forty Two, and Methuselah among others with various payout figures and times. The fragmentary report covers nine races and horse entries with odds and placements.
Singular racing card with multiple races across open fields. Includes horse names such as Opensign Porto De Oro Pomegranate Victoria and Flighty with times like 1:14 and 1:47. Mentions jockeys Stevens Dellaw Ellis Slavens and Smith. Also notes purses from 1200 to 2000 dollars and distances from 6 furlongs to 2 1 16 miles.
The report lists results from multiple races with three year olds and up to sixfurlongs. Names such as Wally Law, Horvath, Gravs, Pavlos, and Bray Annie appear among runners, with times and placements noted for several heats.
Browns plan to bring baseball figure Cobb back into service after a cleared charge of involvement in a betting scheme. The maneuvers follow a hunting trip in South Carolina as Cobb eyes a return with the St Louis Browns.
Albany February 2 The reorganization of the secretary of state's office has not perfected boxing license management It is said the licensing commission has exercised authority beyond its scope and may be stripped of power The question of duties of the commission is being debated The governor favors limiting state involvement in boxing decisions The licensing committee may continue in name only until a new system is formed
Bridgeport’s Billiard star Korky Stone secured third place in the pocket billiards tournament after a strong push, while Fickster’s Stars defeated Stratford Legion 27 to 13 in the Fairfield County league. Burns led Bridgeport with 13 points, outscoring Stratford on his own. McGraw boosted the offense as the main cog.
At Worcester Boston University hockey team defeated a opponent 24 to 0 in a notable college game. The event highlighted BU's strong offense and solid goaltending in a decisive victory.
Four states reach the semi finals of the Miami Beach amateur golf tournament at the Bay Shore course. Douglas Casey of Chicago defeated William Cruickshank of New York City six and five, to meet C A. Roberts of New York City who beat C. W. Prodie of Chicago. T. W. Palmer of Miami edged Ben Stevenson of Chicago one up, set to face J. P. Roland of Rahway New Jersey after Roland won the 20th hole against Charles Cullom of Birmingham.
A mixed sports column surveying wagering methods in 1926 and upsets, praising Gallaudet College's competition, and detailing golf theory and prospects for 1927. It notes Professor Fullerton's wagering system, upset risks, and dominant players like Von Elm, Jones, Sweetser, and others across major championships.
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