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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1921

Page

11

Leading golfers vie for United States Open title

Washington July 1. Leading professionals from Britain and the United States plan to compete for the Open Championship at the Goume County club. Ringdean's star players from Oxher England will defend, with George Duncan, the current British Open holder, also in the field. Others include Ale Mitchell, Hagen, Barnes, and Hutchison among many top professionals.

Washington Wmatest United States Goume County Ciab Uly Ale Mitchell Hagen Barnes and Hutchison Ccores

Minnesota consider 20 round boxing bouts rule

In Minnesota a proposed change to the boxing law would allow up to twenty round bouts. A new state athletic commission would be created by the governor to oversee events with a maximum ticket price of three dollars. Revenue after deductions would benefit state Guard and Naval Militia units.

Paul Minn Seva Nesota O Etate Athletic Commission Ton Cmes Recognizedi Onal Guard

Strangler Lewis Razzed in Kansas City Ring

Strangler Lewis, heavy weight champion, defeated John Pesek in straight falls. Lewis won the first fall in 1 hour 10 minutes 14 seconds after applying a headlock. The second fall came in 12 minutes 32 seconds. Pesek lay on the floor. crowd surged around the ring as police surrounded the champion who left with Pesek after revival.

Nwsas Febi Sgier Lewis Bing Chmpion John Pesek Lalis Lewis Pesek Champlor Peses

Continental Franchise Awarded for Boston Headline

The Boston franchise award was announced as granted to Dar and Lincoln G Pope for the 7 club to play at Everett High School field. The date and full details remain unclear due to garbled text but reference to a professional or semi professional league is noted.

STO. 5 Lasrsan sSkull Association Boston Dar Lincoln G. Pope Unce Everett le Giants Nesro Law

Chief Bender Seeks Recruits in Reading

Reading Pa February 18 Chief Bender manager of the New Eastern League baseball Reading today is anxious to purchase infielder Walter Whiter and outfielder James J. Pbein from local bars Read ing International management It was rumored that Manager Bender made a tempting offer to Steve Yerkes from the former Boston Ren Fox to play at New Haven neat

Reading Hurles Ad Bender Iave Waiter Whiter James J. P Reading International Manazerender Steve Yerkes Oll Boston Ren Fox Chicago Haren

Ben Hur Tossers to Face Y M H A on Sunday

The Ben Hur Tossers of Hartford arrive Sunday for a game with the Y M H A. The team has won consistently, shaping a strong run in the rubber city league. Opposition and specific contest details are unclear due to damaged text.

Ben Hur Flartford Eosenbiur Ring Rubber Naugatuck Waterburr

Landis to see pennant raising at Brooklyn

Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis will not attend the pennant raising at Ebbets Field for the league championship. The invitation from President Ebbets was declined and the gate receipts for the ceremony have not yet been determined.

Landis Brooklyn Juaxe Kenesaw Ais Ebbets Ebbets Field Pei Orte

Boxing Bill Killed in Indiana General Assembly Vote

A garbled report indicates Indiana lawmakers rejected a boxing bill by a wide margin during a recent session. The measure was defeated by a committee under its faction’s procedural guidance amid a contested debate.

Ndianapolis

Boxing Negotiations Fail Over Kilbane Bout in Tulsa

Promoter Jack Callahan and challenger Andy Chaney failed to reach terms for a featherweight title bout with Johnny Kilbane in Tulsa Oklahoma. Callahan announced no agreement on the proposed contest with Eddie Meade also involved.

Tulsa Okla Jack Callahan Andy Chaner Johnny Kilbane

Art Pesky and Luther McCarthy Case Ruled A Mystery

Ambiguous account cites Art Pesky connected to Luther McCarthy death in Ontario. Faded text mentions police officer background with school board ties. Unclear sequence shows a fight with Bob Martin and references a public service role amid a contested incident.

Arid Ontario Gerobee Ford City Piblic” School Board Bob Martin Shampion Ain Boalt

Richie Mitchell Stopped in First Round by Kansas

Buffalo promoter B-Rocky Fatsas defeated Milwaukee challenger Richie Mitchell by stoppage in the first round of a 12 round welterweight bout planned for tonight. A body shot and a head punch sealed the quick win.

Richie Mitchell Kansas Buffalo Rocky Fatsas Milwaukee Milwaukee Felier

Argentina Rebuffs Allies on German War Material Trade

Argentina declares that allied efforts to curtail German export of war materiel must be observed, warning that neutral states tolerating contraband commerce risk accountability. London reports cite investigations into Zeppelin plants. Buenos Aires debates League of Nations assembly attendance and German admission to the League.

London Berl Argea League Af Nations Assembly Geneva League Buenos Aires Hurep Germany

U S Withdraws Reparation Envoy and Lemons of the Commission

The United States announced it will discontinue further participation in the reparation commission and instructed its unofficial representative to notify the commission’s Astied counterparts. The move reflects long delays and disagreement over treaty terms and Japan’s role, as officials note the U S will not continue formal representation. Philadelphia reports the first spring training contingent leaves for Luxe Charles La with Connie Mack leading a group of recruits and coaches.

United States Noland W Willy Th Boyden Behaif Philadelphia Luxe Charles Connie Mark Othe Feare

Paderewski Says He Never Again Will Play Piano

Renowned pianist Paderewski declares he will not perform again. In a brief interview, he reflects on career closure and states plans to travel to America seeking calmer life in California with Pauline as he anticipates settling there indefinitely. He notes his disapproval of political developments and expresses desire for a quiet retreat away from public stage life.

Paderewski Piano Wintfrei van Dail Tenner Jan Piderer League of Nations Poland Tawney America Mr Paderowski Califayinia Te Fay

Trigger Trial Witnesses Describe Bloody Assault in Home

Witnesses testified of a violent incident at Mary Duty’s home where gunmen stormed in from the front and shots were fired. Several bodies were found in the roadway as investigators and bystanders described the scene and the aftermath.

Baldwin-elis Mary “Duty Tir Aonn Liemarck Mies Miley Pergyson Reany Sher Eid Ute Itness Miss Passi Harsilten Sid Tutfield Tamilind Bessie Fsveral Ton Aretechivs Ales Niger Dy Itirs

Blaze sparked by matches in coat pocket

A fire broke out in a fourth floor apartment causing about 75 dollars in damage. Witnesses reported a coat pocket containing matches ignited, with efforts failing to contain flames before firefighters arrived. Police and investigators from the urban fire bureau opened inquiries into the incident.

Amareus Peter Peamihos Siloek Windase Are Ube Es Vreau Investigations Archi Our IWR Ani Irinemen Fron Imler Javers

Auxiliary hosts fine entertainment for Sanger division event

The Sanger Division Veterans Auxiliary staged a program at level 2 with a dance and refreshments. Entertainers included Fred Williams and A Hearn with ranks, Branden impersonations of Norwan Williams, and songs by Rob Kirk among others, featuring variety acts and a reception.

Qyen Sanger Division Elon Jash Wight Flev 2 Fred Willams A Hearn Rank Devis Thomas Branden Nert Wiliams Hay Pomeroy Rob Kirk Ma Selectiona Art Adiken

Italy’s New Ambassador Signals Commitment to Obligations

Fragmentary notes describe Italy’s new ambassador asserting the country will meet its obligations. The text references international tensions, potential financial duties, and the broader political environment, with mentions of various figures and upheavals shaping the diplomatic stance.

Italy

Immigration Bill On Passage Today In the Senate

In Washington Fell reports the immigration bill to be brought to passage in the Senate within hours. Dillingham will lead the message with Johnson and Kruker assisting as conference plans unfold. Opponents warn of a late fight as lawmakers anticipate the bill’s dispersion requiring broader approval and votes.

Senate Washington Fell Plana Dillingham Republica v Vernont Uhnson Wit Seog Ouinavem Widy Orl

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