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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1924

Page

8

Norway Wins Olympic Winter Title in Nordic Meet

Norway captured the overall Olympic winter title as the United States finished fourth and Great Britain third in a troubled, multinational competition. Thams led ski jump standings with 189 points, followed by Bonoa and Haug. Haugen, Haugen and Haugen dominated Norwegian results amid controversy over jury decisions and disqualifications.

Chamonin France Associated Press Norway Tinland Great Britain United States Shveden Austria Franer Grecho Sloval Italy Anders Haugen Viinneapolis Fourity Tham Gouna Haugen Stacy Thams Bonoa Sunger Yéek Seroant Strie A Ronna Tag Learh Miniaia Yaugen Hams Vinderecho Finland Switzerland Wanada Belgium Pee Uimivedt Lnee Omtvedt Haug Wiry Stromsti Okern Owas Tout Difta Nelo “Phechu Slovakia Prese A Iagard Overby Paul Anderslanger Johns Carleton Americ Rhodes Shohus Fer Dartielle Twing Lith Peetively le Moines Matson Gt Sannapoli Harry Fin Minneapolis Tethim Distaches Omeeans Norn Wall Watatin Syue Teves Yilgson Sweden N Wands Cxecho Hemeoing Batson B.A Dacobaon Sverlen Harry Lien I S.A Exdilque Thame Bonna Orvar Landvik Nuason

Grand Miseries of Missing Bank Deposit Plan

A narrator recalls walking from a business to a bank, making a large deposit and feeling secure only to realize the money has vanished from the pocket. The piece reads as a cautionary reflection on financial loss and misplaced trust.

Glenn Killinger Chosen to Coach State Nine

Glenn Killinger named football coach at State College with duties overlapping baseball spring training. Hugo Lezdek announces spring practice starts March 1 for six weeks. Dutch Hermann to assist after basketball duties. Celtics to end tour next week and play Commonwealth Big Five for state title on May 18 in New York.

State College Hugo Lezdek Fenn State Glenn Killinger Nexd Pittsfield Mass James Fury Celtics New York

Siki Knocks Lewis From Ring In Chicago Bout

In Chicago on February 1 Baithug Siki upset heavyweight contender Lewis, forcing a slump from the ring after a controversial exchange. The Senegalese referee oversaw an exhibition where Laws appeared, and sour notes followed as Siki clashed with onlookers during the event.

Chicago Baithug Baker Wes Sihi Ida Custen Laws Sibs Tim Pawits

Sacraments to Play Southport Combine Tonight

The Sacraments meet Southport Combine in a Firemen's Hall double bill tonight with the Riess Sacrament quintet and the Tack Book Juniors in action. Sacraments aim to avenge a prior 12 to 1 defeat as Memorial Separates attempt to slow them. Referee Jules Petrie to preside as Russell Whelan, Sedrenin Dh Iowa, and Delmore lead Sacraments efforts.

Jeeledd Beb Firemen's Hall Southport Riess Biidweport Sacraments Fliemien Dagens Jules Petrie Piremen Suats Russell Whelan Sedrenin Iowa CC. Delmore FL. Uelmore WooMills Kellu Itoyach le

Vagabonds Lead Poorhouse Bowlng League

The Vagabonds pull ahead in the Poorhouse Bowling League as Trane Donahue tops individual scoring. Te crowd notes balanced team efforts with Donahue and Connor among leaders while standings show Vagabonds slightly ahead of Tramps and Hanhanilers.

V Agabonds Poorkhouse Donahue Vasaboundy Fm Fuboes Hanhanilers Uigh Reais Connor Traiais i Tram Total Troboe

Celtics Leading Junior League Stars Lindmark Shine

In Dallas Texas the Celtics top the Junior League standings led by Lindmark who scored heavily to push the team toward second place. The broadcast notes a crowded table with four teams in pursuit and hints at a major signing to improve a key lineup.

Celtics Lindmark Stars Theos Lindmah Ol Pentits Studio Lotter Seers Records

Cubs to lean on Grimes and Killefer in spring build

Cubs manager Mill Killefer dispels talk of a weak 184 pennant push and outlines eight rookie pitchers to be tried in spring camp. Newcomers Wheeler Osburn Pierce Kangs Olims Hush from Hartford and Staurfer join Dengsby, aiming to boost infield and mound depth as Grimes recovers to bolster the lineup.

Pho.y Chicago Cubs Mill Killefer Cubs Killefer Jenely Wil Wheeler and Osburn Wichita Pierce Kangs Olims Heektford Hush Roenville Gries Keen

Atlas Five Set To Face Danbury Laurels Tonight

Atlas Five meet Danbury Laurels in a city matchup at Uwe Community Dilbrowrt as Vilas arrange strong lineups. The decisive clash pits top local players against the Laurels with expected tight play and crowd interest.

Atlas Five Danbury Laurels Uwe

Lou Bogash to Fight Moody at Hub Tonight

Lou Bogash meets British middleweight Moody in Bridgeport tonight as Moody aims to extend an eight fight winning streak. The undercard features local prospects and a double main with Ted Marchant and Archie Walker likely to headline before Benny Leonard’s weight class.

Lou Bogash Moody U.S Hasbor United States Hans Bogigh Bridgeport Ad Morhamies Pal Lend Conn Heed Tirolatul Todi Jock Malone Ted Moore Das Rhade Boston Auedy Fire Owen Mohan Oeioa Dingl Fogash Mechanics Building Ted Marchant Wingland Gearsr Chaney Archie Walke Benny Leonard

Barnumts Close Victory Featured in School Games

Barnumts edged Walkersville in a tight school games contest with close scores. Longfelow sparked Prospect Camp as Maplewood shaded Shethon, while Tinveln posted a strong 11 to 3 showing.

Barnumts Longfelow Maplewood

Altrock Schacht to Appear Here on Monday Night

Evndwellers fans will see Mal Holley s Mayors with Nuk Altrock and AL Schacht at Celomal Hall next Monday against the Live Ribbons. Altrock and volt will perform before the game with halftime stunts and new basketball gear. The Majors tour the country, dressing in lin e wear, and have won little this season. Snook Dawid and Lier Mikes from Penn State are among the listed players with a Yale link in the Washington club.

Evndwellers Mal Holley Nuk Altrock AL Schacht Celomal Hall Altrock Volt Wil Lyne Wean Snook Dawid New Devertar Lier Mikes Washington Club

Vernon Ascher Leads Quarter Mile Showdown at Madison Square Garden

Vernon Ascher of Georgetown and the Chicago A.C. headlines the quarter mile as a strong Olympic contender. The indoor debut in New York drew a fierce field led by rival Wiles, with Ascher clocking a fast 49.36 seconds in a recent trial and aiming for the national mark amid early-season training.

New York Powernoh Mo Ascher Georgetown University Chicago Tracis Aires Gadnes Daet Milrose A Madison Sanare Garden Tusabilly Cmarter Wiles Mutoh Tage Kriseell Bogton George Avgebie Wy Wats Asche Heo Armey Tom Campbell Yale Sean Ascher Pearies Ania Gofle Weken Ganees Loren Miurchison Newark API Chaimpion Allan Woodring

Banks Hero Of Game With 18 Points At Yorkville

Banks led the YMHA basketball victory with 18 points, lifting the team to a 37 33 win over Yorkville Separates. Kaplan added 19, while J Davie and Finn shone for the visitors. the Gotham five showed strong teamwork and the locals secured their 12th straight win.

Banks Jaave Banka Yorkville Lebes Kaplan J. Davie S. Finn Gotham Five Y. M H. A. Separates Harry Amsel Yorkville G F. Pi J. Davis Finn Davis F. Pin Kaplan JA Bankalf Gordon c Fitelson Rs A Wealer Waters

Devon A C to face Homestead Court Tossers

The Devon A C basketball team prepares to play Homestead Court Tossers tomorrow night. Devon A C is described as a strong team with potential to challenge, as players listed include Lewis of Barron, Pederson, Albinis, Blade, and Liebold.

Devons Homestead Devon A. C Thamestead Homestead Devon Throwits Lewis Barron Pederson Albinis Blade Winnk Liebold Mac Taggart

Cornell Training for Coming Meet With Dartmouth

Cornell coach Jack Moakley pushes the Red and White squad toward the Dartmouth indoor meet in a week. Despite graduation losses, he sees development of a strong team, relying on newer talent and standout sprinter Goodwillie from Chicago with speed in the 100 and 220 yards. The squad shows promise in weights, pole vault, and high jump, but faces uncertainties in sprints and the mile with several veterans returning.

Trac Jack Moakley Ithacans Moakin Cornelia Hilllyard-Dartmouth Losten Cugeh Mankley Goodwillie Chivage Ivy University School Cornell

Legion Expects 16th Win As Marines Visit

Panptled Feb 4 United States Marines basketball team travels to town Saturday to face the Legion Five in a near even match. Legion aims for its 16th straight win of the season behind a tough defense and disciplined players. The two teams are eager for victory with Stratford looming Feb 14 as the next marquee matchup.

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