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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1926
Page
8
A sensational postmatch column recounts Helen Wills defeat by Suzanne Lenglen in a bitter world tennis final. The piece notes Wills praising Helen’s speed, comments on crowd disruption, and the author’s plan to defend the title at Nice and Wimbledon. It highlights national pride, bittersweet victory, and the ongoing rivalry shaping early modern women’s tennis.
California reaction blends pride and disappointment as Helen Wills, born in the state, loses to Suzanne Lenglen. Reports include family comments, statewide special editions, and reflections on the fight and travel from San Francisco to Wimbledon.
Fairfield Feb. 16 Special In Monday night bowling at the Red Men’s Bowling Alleys the DuPont league saw the Office team slip to within one game of the lead while Sheet Rubber moved up to second place one game ahead of the Grinder department. Both leaders dropped three games in the upset filled results.
The Laurels lead the Senior City League with top scoring and strongest defense guided by George Ahlstrand who tops individual scoring while his brother ranks second. Tomorrow night the league schedule at City Gym features Westerns versus Northeast Texians, Longfellows against Laurels, and Brooklawn against Ramblers.
Bridgeport defeated New London in the doubles final 22 to 20 and 21 to 1 to claim the state hand ball title. Christopher Perkins and Richard August formed the winning Bridgeport team and earned entry to the annual championships set for April 22 23 and 24.
Bridgeport Trade School basketball beat University School 26 to 14 at Presley Hall with Alexander starring at center. The Apprentices face Moncr ess tonight as the big Fairfield Court doubleheader features Hudson Essex Guards versus Composite Cavaliers and Catholic Community Girls versus Juniors in prelims.
Westport Y M G A travels to New Canaan Wednesday night for a senior basketball clash with the New Canaan team. New Canaan already beat Westport three weeks ago. The Westport lineup changed with three players dropping out and the Beattie brothers Hugh and John joining the Y squad.
Berkeley physician C. A Wills claims daughter Ellen Wills will improve and win soon after a defeat by Mile Leaplen. He predicts a different result at Wimbledon in June and commends her effort in the match.
Stratford M. HK defeated the First Baptists 59 to 43, postponing the Inter Church League game at the YMCA last night. Peck starred for Stratford as the score stood at 59 to 43.
Central High basketball team eyes a Passaic Y M H A clash after a likely five point win over New Haven Commercial High. Coach Reilly confirms the Red and Black will host the Colonial ball game at Lyon Terrace with an expected crowd over 1,000. Ernest Blood protegees from New Jersey aim to showcase amateur-rule prowess and Eddie Schine may start at forward.
Oxford and Cambridge universities receive invite to compete at the University of Pennsylvania relay carnival on April 23 and 24, marking the thirty second milestone of one of America's premier athletic meets. Participants include Rud Houser of Southern California and others from New York A. C., Ample Club, and St. Stanislaus College in various events.
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