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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1921
Page
9
Greenwich player Mrs Chapman challenged former champion at Pinehurst where the field featured notable golfers. A rough, fragmentary report notes scores and places including Beekman and Mayfield among competitors, with unclear links to yacht pins and other events.
Milford's Paddock Tossers defeated the Colonials in a benefit game with a 15 to 10 opening score and a strong second half. The visitor's forward showcased skill, while preliminary action saw Bridgeport's Hiroflee team overwhelm the Pafidackettes 23 to 2.
The Rectors meet the Eko Tossers Saturday evening at the Boys Club on Biddle Street with a fast game by both sides. The Eko Jazz orchestra will perform between periods directed by Herb Hart, as the game starts at 233 p.m. Local lineups list Rectors Buckley Meher Gorette Fanning and others versus Ekochab Be Rectors j Ball Buckley Meher RY 1 Gorette 4 Fanning segalia NeGran Le Cretetia Nowe 1 Doxdero.
The Singer All Stars bowled Monday evening at the Park City alleys but fell to the Park City All-Stars. Scores show Singer All-Stars totaling 4378 with several frames and individual scores listed, including Jannarone at 238 and other figures noted in a partial line of figures.
The column previews February and March boxing events with plans for Billy Brennan facing Bob Martin, Tack Dempsey’s contender, and Benny Leonard defending his light title against Dundee or Jackson. It notes Jack Britton defending his welter title against Kid Lew, and Julius Murphy’s elbow recovery amid Star Sporting Club scheduling. Reports mention Lou Bogassi refereeing Ansonia smoker and potential bouts featuring Boo Fass and Wildcat Nelson.
Wartford club manager Arthur Irwin discusses acquiring James Durgin from Maine. Durgin, six feet four inches, 210 pounds, is projected to strike out 38 or 20 in fine play and could be developed in the Wiz league. Irwin estimates a cash price around $23,000 plus players or a year.
Barnyard golfers from across the cowry hack toward Florida for a senior horseshoe pitching tournament. The vanguard has arrived with aged players like Zeke Snedecker and Uncle Hughie Palmer, while youths study technique. The event aims at 3000 plus in attendance with 5300 capacity shoe fans.
A historic page records multiple races with detailed horse names, bettors, and times. It lists First to Sixth races with horses like Johnny Dundee and Mythology, times such as 1:23 4-5, and purses around 1000 dollars. The text includes numerous entries, drivers, odd figures, and results across the program.
Weather clear. Track fast. Entries include three year old maidens at seven furlongs with purses around 70 to 790 dollars. Multiple horse names listed per race with weights and claims noted. Fifth race features mile event for older horses in claiming purse. Notable names: Mabel Reynolds, Dartey Belle, Shy Ann Is, General Gomez, Armenia Adan, Emma, Hilver Ban dia.
Tex Mick ard argues fans misread New York boxing finance and argues boxing boosts state revenue. He cites tax receipts from Madison Square Garden, insurance costs, and rental terms, urging fair treatment for boxing investors and noting rival sports also profit from commercialization.
Twenty seven players qualified for the Pinehurst tournament after a round featuring 108 points total under a six point system. Notable results include New Haven and Oakland players advancing, with close scores among contenders and several regional clubs represented.
Wesleyan released its football schedule with key changes in opponents and dates. The report notes Trinity’s replacement by a different opponent and mentions University affiliations. Details about specific teams, dates, and venues are partially unclear due to OCR issues but indicate a revised lineup for the season.
A San Francisco judge freed Carl Babe Holling, longtime pitcher for the Oakland Fish, on robbery charges after the prosecutor declined to prosecute. Holling was accused of entering a home and stealing $23 in cash and clothing.
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