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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1927

Page

11

Major Leagues May Cut Off Relations With Minors

Major leagues consider severing ties with class AA minor leagues amid the draft controversy. The American Association, International, and Pacific Coast circuits balk at a universal draft, seeking to protect star sales, with potential breakouts and June joint meetings in New York to decide the course.

New York Rernig John A. Heydie National League International Pacific Coast American Association Western League Algo French Lick. Inc Jacob Ruppert E. S&s. Barnard Cleveland William Sam Veeck Chicago Barney Dreyfuss Pittsburgh William F. Baker Philadelphia

Lenlgen Plays Despite Illness Exhibition at Hartford

Suzanne Lenelen the famed woman tennis star played through illness at the State Armory in Hartford before retiring after one set to Mary K Browne 6 8. Vincent Richards missed singles due to indisposition. Feret defeated Rich ards in doubles with Paul Feret of France while Snodgrass and Winey beat them 2 6 3.

Hartford Suzanne Lenelen State Armory Hig Mary K. Browne United States Suzanne Vincent Richards Richards Paul Feret Trance Harvey Snodgrass Howard Winey California Kingey Feret Tion

Racing Results and Entries First Race at Five Furlongs

Racings results list multiple races for four year olds and up with claiming purses ranging from 700 to 890 dollars. Entries include Horses such as Thieves Fan Trial Lily D Dantzic Burgoyne Pavelle Wrack Anna In The Bag Muntainside Lady Sandra Newtown and others. The card notes six races including a six furlong sprint, a one mile and a sixteenth race, and a five and one half furlong event with maidens and allowances. Weather track fast, day card lists numerous breeder and jockey initials.

Lily D Jonathan Dantzic Burgoyne Alice Atkins Sraeee Pavelle Ponce É Wrack Anna Muntainside Sandra Newtown Rear Fernli Solomon’s Kilta Jod Barlarost Wikd Deuce Mary Agnes Hionor Man Riverside Chow Chow Charles J Craigmile T Eve Antony Montmartre Purabethown Basil Atadar Tenarity Shotwet Seventel Rae Emma Ranock Yageon Ashburton Hickory Hughes Graham

Thoroughbred racing results at Tia Juana track

Race by race results list finishers, jockeys, and payoffs for eight events. Under Wraps leads first race with 7.20 2.60 2.20. Ward S and Shasta Express top the second and third races. multiple horses and times noted with Also Ran lists.

Lenglen to Play Tomorrow at New Haven Arena

Suzanna Lenglen, fully recovered from illness, is set to play tomorrow night at 8 30 at the Arena Grove on Orange Street New Haven in a series of matches with Mary K Browne Vincent Richards Howard Kinsey Harvey Snodgrass and others Tickets are available at the Arena box office in Grove Street or by calling Colony 6026 Reservations are encouraged as advance sales are strong The French tennis star drew praise during a Hartford appearance for flawless play and comes under the guidance of C OC Pyle.

New Haven Suzanna Lenglen Grove Orange Street Mary K. Browne Vincent Richards Howard Kinsey Harvey Snodgrass Hartford United States C. OC. Pyle Arena Grove Street Colony

Fair Grounds racing results for Futurity style card

Results from the Fair Grounds feature seven races for two to four year olds. Winners include A Leader on 116 in the first race, Little Guinea with 110 in the six furlong second, May Steil 106 in the 1 1/16 mile third, Brillant 104 in the six furlongs fourth, Tip Top 16 in the mile fifth, Lancaster 105 in the 1 1/16 mile sixth, and Prattls 106 in the 1 1/16 mile seventh with notable payouts and a list of also ran competitors for each event.

FURST Smith Quicken Kelony Jessica Lang Alay Fair Legion Kid Kischidt Macher Mr. Charile Southland Boy Edna Sweep Uppertrust Honey Lou Little Guinea Lynch Society Scandal Sincerely Whitacre Clover Club Gurieda Solid Gold Queen of Sheba Juliette Esquin Watch It Rosamary Ryan Sasha Rushee Boward Miles Brillant Canfield Noah Kelsay Devon Coldgeller Amilcar Genuine John T. D Sportsman Tip Arnold Aregal Cooper McConay Johnson Florida Gold Lancaster Wallers George de Mar Rasuli Prattls Nioff Fire Rock Sir Glen McCann Atador Garcia Nacomee Rizzo Christie Girl Queen Bay Forelot May Roma Primus Burgone Charles J. Craigmile Jeroboam Upward ZeZgine Taylor Leeven Gilson M. A. Haley Pat Aine Teansvaal Batsy Bee Wrark Ann Return Mr. Plaid Morganath Galusha Mink Pris Sunny Light Gentry Miss Loving Galifa Eileen M Jor's Expressive Munro Clinging Vine Havana Electric Bloodlane Kalakaua Uncle Veto Boy Scout Horvath Foretell Groos Seapen Gibson Lavaan Fair Sea Hawk II Marv Agnes Black Mask Scissors Kathe Hardy Newt Watson Herilla Cincinnati Hotdog Mortensen Duke M Barnette John W. Weber Goodwin Foxy Peter Cleland Handy's Bend Thorn Blossom Posthorin Sol Lastars Colleen Ray Rock Thorn Workman Evader Moon Time Benny Rubin Queen Bessie Sir Burley Trifle Formula Simon's Kiss Delugion Abel Barnett Dream of the Valley Overlook Virginia Vulaad Atomin John Mosby Hanky Rice Highland Chief Alldin Orbit MecTague Take A Chance Miss Rosedale Allen Palm Court Pheasant Estin Gliding Fox Ball Gee Pigeon Wing II San Altos Accomplish Hebert Atol Tagara Ob Suaanna Stampdele War Flame Candy Pie Wallis Porto Bello Gold Stevens Golden Princes Maiden Inma Baby Jasonette Gloria Quayle Miss Ann Dubois Juntos Nuree

Havana Race Card Six Furlongs Feature Results

In the Havana meet section the six furlong races report detailed results for seven events from the first to seventh races. Each lists horse, jockey, weights, times and notable also ran entries, with finish times ranging from 1:13 to 1:62.

Babe Ruth Holds Out For Higher Salary

Babe Ruth threatens to quit baseball if not offered better terms. The Yankees offered $52,000 per year for a renewed contract, while Ruth seeks $100,000 annually. Ruppert bans Ruth from Florida camp until a new deal is signed. Ruth contemplates vaudeville and film work if baseball ends.

Babe Ruth Nollywould Calif George Herman Babey Ruth New York Yankees New York Jacob Rupnert Yankees Ruth Florida Yenkees Jacob Ruppert Col. Ruppert Petersburg Fla Hollywood California Yankee Col. Huppert Ban Babe

Wide Races to Brilliant Win in 2500 Yards Debut at Newark

Helvin Wide, Swedish distance runner, won a 2500 yard indoor event at the Newark Athletic Club in six minutes 28.45 seconds, in his American debut. The race featured handicapped fields and saw Wide lap the others before taking the lead. the event was not an official record but was praised as an impressive indoor debut.

Newark Helvin Wide Aenaation Newark Athletic Club Newark Armory Wide Helen Lloyd Hahn Boston A. A Hub Flyer Ray Dodge Ilinois Boston Star J. Keely Manhhattan College Hahn Michael Pecora Hazelton Willie Plant Morningside A. C Pecora James McGuire Elizabeth A. C Bob McAllister Chet Bowman Newark A. C Jackson Scholz Newark A.C

Sullivan Defies Mrs Henderson In Catalina Channel Challenge

Henry I Sullivan the Lowell Massachusetts swimming star accepts Myrtle Huddleston challenge to race across the Catalina Channel. No date set. A $25 000 purse is to be posted by supporters of both swimmers. Charles Toth of Boston pledges 5000 to Mrs Huddleston.

Los Angeles Cal Henry I. Sullivan Lowell Maass Myrtle Huddleston Mattoon Catalina Channel Charlies Toth Boston

Dog team drivers ready for race in New England

Ten top American and Canadian dog team drivers prepared to start the second annual point to point race by the New England Skid Dog club. The three day event covers 133.5 miles over White Mountains routes to Ashland and North Conway, with Earl St Goddard of Lepas Manitoba favored after Manitoba Derby win. Cash prizes total $1,000 for the winner plus $500 $300 $100 for next finishers and a $200 time and condition award.

Wolfeboro N. H New England Skd Dog Club White Mountains Ashland North Conway Welfeboro Earl St Goddard Lepas Manitoba Tomorraiw

Gorman Wins Two Skating Events at Saranac Lake

Charles Gorman of St John NB the Canadian champion split honors with O Neil Farrell of Chicago in the opening events of the International Outdoor Amateur Speed championship at Saranac Lake New York February 9 Gorman edged Farrell in the 440 yard dash while Warrell could not overtake the Canadian on the final lap in the mile race Both victories were upsets with Farrell and Gorman taking the wins in two senior events and Gorman defeating the favored Warrell.

Saranac Lake Charles Gorman St. John N. B O'Neil Farrell Mid-West Athletic Club of Chicago Corman Chicago Flyer Warrell

Central Defeats West Haven by 24 to 17

The Central team traveled to West Haven and defeated the local squad 24 to 17. Reilly led scoring with eight points, while Sandy and Munkasey added six each. Johnson paced West Haven with seven points as Central’s defense and quick passing enabled a comfortable lead through the game. The victory keeps Central within one win of Yale Tournament qualification and strengthens its Bridgeport representative chances.

West Haven Tan Reilly Sandy Munkasey Johnson Weat Haven Hilltop Reillyites Lyon Terrace Eddie Reilly College Town Hilltoppers Central Yale Hilltop Combination Bridgeport

MIAMI RACE RESULTS FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UP

Race by race results from Miami track listing winners in six furlong and one mile formats. Includes horse names, jockeys, betting odds, times, and to place for each division with several also ran entries.

McGraw strengthens Giants by trading Kell for Reds outfielder

New York Giants complete a trade sending Kell to Cincinnati for Eddie Roush in a move to boost the outfield. Manager McGraw sees added power and speed, as Roush joins a lineup that already features Pipp and Hornsby, shaping a stronger pennant push.

McGraw Sees Trade Benefiting Kelly and Roush

Havana February 9 AP John I McGraw on vacation regrets Kelly trade but believes Eddie Roush coming from Cincinnati to the Giants will benefit both players Terry to man first base and Roush to centerfield with no cash involved McGraw spoke with Mayor Walker and Harry Frazee at Oriental Park when news arrived from New York.

New York New York Giants Kell Eddie Rouah Cincinnati Reds Pernoon Garry Herrmann Cincinnati Cha Stensham York McGraw Kelly Terry Sen McCraw Toush Han Man Herdricks Reds Pipp Yankee Eluh Cee Fresident Herrman Hendricks Herrman Gur Geld Crits Tim Tipp Kulleh Megraw Rogers Hornsby Roush Giants Henry Kauff Deeg Kauff Tate Heine Groh Havana John I. McGraw George Kelly Eddie Roush Mayor Walker Harry Frazee Heaton Oriental Park Race Track

Figure Skaters in Meet Today at Arena New Haven

Top skaters from across the United States arrive in New Haven for the national championships at the Arena. Champion Beatrix Loughran has been there since Saturday as the event unfolds in three sessions with morning and afternoon practice and an evening exhibition.

New Wlavin Tuhited New Haven Beatrix Loughran

Babe Ruth Starts Bank Trust Fund

New York report states a $33,000 deposit at the Bank of Manhattan to Babe Ruth as the first step in a trust fund. The transfer, tied to his 33rd birthday, aims to grow to $50,100 by June 1 and $100,000 by season’s end, from off season earnings in vaudeville and moving pictures.

New York Bank of Manhattan Babe Ruth Ruth Los Anges

Four Title Races Planned At Women’s Meet In Boston

Boston February 3 AP Four National A T championships will be awarded at a women’s track meet set for March 26 at East Armory. Chairmen Ben Levins of the New England AAU committee on women’s athletics announced the event lineup including the 40 yard hash, standing broad jump, running high jump, and eight pound shot put.

Boston East

United Church League Schedule For Postponed Games

Postponed United Church League games listed for Saturday February 19 at Olivet and Black Rock venues, and Tuesday February 23 featuring matches between Ja United and Black Rock versus Olivet at United Church hall and the church hall venues respectively, with game times in the evening.

T. John Wa United Preaby Preabys Pesby Summerfield Black Rock Olivet Park St Bey

Lookabaugh Wins In Billiard Play In Chicago

Lookabaugh of Chicago, a former amateur three cushion billiards player, defeated Raimund of Havana in thegonal championship tournament. He led early and won 543 to 67 innings, in a sharp display for the national title.

Lookabaugh Chicago Ateur Raimunds Panions Havana

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