New Canaan Five Fall In Series Opener 26 17
The Uompo Life Guards won the first game of the series against New Canaan 26 to 17 at National Hall Westport last night. The Quinn brothers starred for the Guards while New Canaan’s lineup included Logan and O’Pia Logan. Earlier, Staples High School fell 57 to 17 to Newtown High School leaders in the preliminary game.
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Cornwall Five Defeat Pioneer Juniors at Presbyterian Ball
The Cornwall Five handed the Pioneer Juniors their first defeat in years, routing them at the Presbyterian ball. Marsh and Kata starred for Cornwall while Meyers played for the Pioneers as the contest ended with a two-score margin.
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Hartford Signs Two Twirlers
Hartford signs two recruit pitchers for the baseball club. Marcue Nike of Newark, a right handed defender, was signed on James H. Johnstone’s recommendation. Harry Lenz of Elizabeth, New Jersey, a right-hander, has played semi pro ball around New York and is considered for a trial in the professional ranks.
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Marcuee Nike
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James HE. Johnstone
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New York
War Named Manager for Scranton Club in State League
Rochester announcer Walter Hapgood says former Major League player Joe War will manage Scranton in the New York State League. War previously led teams in the Scott leagues and tied to the Internationals in Rochester.
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Walter Hapgood
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Bees
Milford High Leader Helen Sullivan Shines in Victorys
Miss Helen Sullivan leads Milford High School team with fighting spirit helping suburban outfit win many games. Her strong play last week aided Bridgeport High in defeating Hilltop, marking notable contributions to local high school sports success.
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Bridgeport High
Hilltop
Harvard Star to Compete in College Athletic Games
New York Feb 29 Joseph C McGione Harvard freshman hailed as Boston star will debut at the annual indoor intercollegiates on March 5 in the freshmen medley relay and likely the half mile He hails from Natick Mass and was wounded in France during the war The field includes Yale Georgetown Penn State Cornell Dartmouth and others with Yale and Georgetown the leading contenders for the two mile relay title and Jimmie Connolly set to star for Georgetown in the two thirds mile event.
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Catcher Earl Smith Signs With Giants
New York report states catcher Earl Smith has signed his 1923 contract with the Giants after consideration of terms. Smith, from Hot Springs Arkansas, has been training with the team at their spring camp and is reported in good condition and ready to join the Texas camp.
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Baxter Mile Preview Favors Jimmy Connolly at NYAC
Open field expected for the Baxter Mile at the New York Athletic Club indoor games Saturday night. Notable contenders include Jimmy Connolly and Walter Munro with Millrose rivals Devaney Goodwin McLane Higgins and Sullivan. Connolly’s edge has faded after a Boston defeat while Amuze and Devansy loom as strong threats. Joie Ray’s absence shapes a competitive field.
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Georogtown
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Elmer McLane
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Ringy
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Post Aces Seek Junior Opponents in Stratford League
The Post Five Aces request games with any Stratford junior team and invite contact through Andrew Grega at 201 Peace Street Stratford. The Fast Five Aces report a strong season and seek additional matches on opponents’ courts.
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Andrew Grega
Peace Street
Stratford
Bridgeport Featherweight Pug Steve Smith Set for Second Pro Bout
Bridgeport's Popula Featherweight prodigy Steve Smith, a rising junior lightweight, will fight Georgie Day of New Haven next Monday night at the Casino. Smith aims to improve on his last outing and secure his first professional knockout in the upcoming bout.
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New Haven
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Day
Stratford High vs Branford ends 47 70 16 victory
Stratford High shaded Branford High 17 to 16 in a tight game. Captain and center Beddel starred for Stratford, scoring from multiple angles as Branford pressed throughout. Coach Tom Wheady, newly signed to coach Fordham baseball, also has a Vermont football contract and a Lehigh teaching post.
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The Thin Line Between Victory and Defeat in Sports
Grantland Rice reflects on how inches decide outcomes across golf boxing baseball and football. He cites Bobby Jones Babe Ruth George Sisler Dempsey and Hagen and notes how luck and misfortune shape legacies and seasons ahead.
Harvard Star Conlon Joins Boston Braves Baseball
Arthur J. Conlon former captain and shortstop of Harvard varsity baseball will join the Boston Braves after Judge Landis ruled Rochester Internationals had no valid contract. Rochester claimed a prior offer. Conlon says Rochester countered. Conlon stands as likely the only Harvard alumni to enter major league baseball.
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New York Americans
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Firpo Stats Training For Brennan Fight
New York Feb 23 Luis Angel Wirpo heavyweight title contender from Argentina began a strenuous training program at Madison Square Garden for the 15 round match with BJ Brennan of Chicago on March 12. He hopes the bout leads to a title clash with Jack Dempsey. A Newark promoter offered $10 000 for a match with Charley Weinert but Wirpo refused, citing an agreement with Tex Rickard on future engagements. Experts noted Wirpo’s improved form despite sea legs and previous US debut. a sparring session ended early when his partner nearly KOed and withdrew.
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Madison Square Garden
BJ Brennan
Chicago
Jack Dempsey
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J. Frank Black
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N. J
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Brenden
Tex Trchard
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Bridgeport High School B Club Plans City Tournament
The RK club of Bridgeport High School will run a three day basketball tournament on the high school court for grammar school teams. It features championship boys and girls in Class A and B Mast and West Side divisions. March 7 and 8. The B club will award pennants to the winning boys and girls teams with help from the Board of Recreation.
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Board of Recreation
Hitzinger Wins Gymnastic Contest At Local Meet
Louis Hitzinger captured first prize with 4 090 points in a gymnastic contest at the MCA. Joseph McCormack took second with 3 745 points and A J Paterpeck finished third with 3 006 points. Events included horse, parallel bars, and other disciplines.
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