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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1922
Page
6
The Black Rock quintet faces Cranes tonight in a scheduled game with all regulars listed. St James Gila and American Fabric girls also line up in preliminary play as Black Rocks Rone remains noted in local coverage.
Figures compiled by authorities show five eastern stables and two in Kentucky each surpassing 100000 in purses. Rancocas stable led with over 200000, Morvich the standout two year old, and Lang and Sande notable jockeys. Other top earners include Whitney, Quine, Montfort, Ben Block, and Golden.
A Chicago article reports Minnesota District officials selecting Billy Spaulding from Park High School Chicago to lead Minnesota football in 1922. It notes critics doubt his fit with Western Conference style but argues Spaulding’s Football knowledge could propel Minnesota toward a successful gridiron campaign.
The legendary hurler argues control surpasses raw speed and striking power. He stresses accuracy to place pitches where batters cannot guess and to exploit weaknesses, stressing disciplined warm ups and steady mechanics to maintain command throughout games.
A nostalgic survey highlights how leg strength and durability drive success in football, golf, baseball, and tennis. Notable figures like Hinkey, Ange, Dempsey, and Everett Scott are cited for powerful legs aiding balance, speed, and endurance across seasons and campaigns.
Fans from across the city flock to Bogash and Delaney training camps to watch the two leading contenders for the New England middleweight title. Increased arrivals since Monday 4 boost crowds as both boxers fear overtraining. Expect a day off near week’s end then strong work again Sunday. Zulu arrives to join Delaney camp adding a fifth notable bout record. Ticket stock tight with only general admission seats expected by Friday.
The article touts the 1922 Giants infield as a stellar quartet led by Kelly, Bancroft, Miech, and Groh. It contrasts them with the famed 1919 White Sox and Athletic infields, suggesting the Giants entries around John McGray would surpass former records.
Kelly Bancroft returns to the field after a taut season list press noting his home run pace and pursuit of last year's record. Ruth’s homer crown is cited, while McInnes and Keily are highlighted for past power. The piece mentions shifting defensive roles for Wrisch and Club U as the Lords contend with defensive and offensive expectations. McGray’s outfield and pitching are noted as a focal point of the season plan.
Bridgeport amateurs enter the big intercity boxing tourney in New York tonight with a 15 man squad set to compete and face representatives from four cities. Local fighters include Johnny Martin Lenny Castle Loula Earle Nick Loznack Albert Cuddy Brank Boorey Ed Kealey and Mike Keaney with weights from 118 to heavyweight.
Devon meets Compo Uf in a high speed midweek game at the Devon clubhouse. Westport guards McGraw and Quinn headline a fast Compo lineup as Devon seeks to extend a winning streak with strong early-season form.
The championship vie swimming team defeated Western in a dual meet at Carnegie Pool, 46 to 7. Waddletown swimmers failed to capture first but earned a second place. Williams in the 160 yard event lost to Felliffe, 6 24 2 seconds. Gauss won the 6 sal palm, Pratt took the 220 yard, Woon was first in the plunge, and the fancy dive went to Rane.
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