Hilltopper rally barely edges Fairfield in tough loss
Central High defeated Fairfield 34 to 33 as Fairfield closed the gap late. Meade fouled out after a tense finish. May scored seven for Hilltoppers, Gallagher led Fairfield with 13. Central sank nine of 29 free throws. Fairfield hit nine of 28.
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Four Teams Tie In Central High Court Circuits
Four Room teams battled in a fast contest last Tuesday in Room 212. Room 15 led early but Room 16 and Room 22 stayed in range. At present, Rooms 211 and 305 lead the American League while Rooms 300 and 2 top the Nationals. Congress High Inter Room League standings follow.
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Two Entrances to Fights Tomorrow at Roseland Palace
Promoters plan dual gates at the Roseland Palace for tomorrow night’s bouts. Fans will enter via Court Street and State Street routes, easing crowd flow as boxing events unfold.
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Roseland Palace
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Recollection of Baseball Practice With The 1920s A’s Team
A vivid reminiscence of early baseball days recalling Connie Mack era stars like Stuffy McInnis and Bake McBride, highlighting infield drills, practice routines, and the chemistry that made double plays and smooth fielding possible. The piece emphasizes teamwork, signals, and the shared toil of players such as Harry Davis and Jack Barry, detailing a memorable practice and the dawn of the World Series season.
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Molania
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Flick Gould
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Olympic Dates Set for Two Weeks in Amsterdam 1928
New York Jan G AP The 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam Holland will run two weeks from July 2 to August 12 inclusive. Fredéric W Burbien secretary treasurer of the American Olympic Committee announced after receiving cabled advice from the International Olympic Committee via Gen Charles H Sherri American member.
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Harry Wills to Fight in Havana
New York January 5 A AP Norry Wills long standing heavyweight title dream stalled after a defeat to Jac Sharkey at Ebbets Field last October. he plans a February bout in Havana if negotiations secure a match with An tolin Fierro Yas Cuban champion awaiting final terms and location confirmation.
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St Patrick and St Augustine Triumph in Holy Names League
In Holy Names league games at Knights of Columbus hall last night St Patricks beat Sacred Hearts 24 to 21 and St Augustinia defeated St Marys 26 to 16. Local Demilay quintet defeated Milford 49 to 36.
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Yale Track Team to Compete Indoors This Season
Yale officials confirm the Eli track squad will enter indoor competition after midyear exams. Yale planned to skip Millrage meets in Madison Square Garden but will appear in the New York Athletic Club indoor event on February 14, while Harvard eyes a Boston A. A. mile relay match.
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Electra Five defeat Fairfield boys in Bridgeport game
Specialy Tom Murphy's Specials lost two straight to the Electra Five at Bridgeport's Red Men's Hall this week. Fairfield, Jey, reports show the Electra Five winning both games with strong defense and quick breaks throughout the matchup.
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Stamford High School Girls Select Captain Helen Gibson
Stamford Jan. 5 Special Helen Gibson has been named captain of Stamford High School girls basketball. The team opens its season on Jan 1 against Low-Heywood School, with Gibson leading the squad in the opener and season ahead.
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Helen Gibson
Stamford High School
Fisher Koslowski Harding Captains at Warren Harding High
Leo Fisher was elected captain for the coming season after earning letters in baseball basketball and football. Eddie Koslowaki was chosen basketball captain after Bill Snacks left school. Koslowaki won in a close vote with several ties and about five ballots cast.
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Rosebuds Lead in Junior Court Circuit Victory
The Rosebuds topped the Pirates 14 to in an uphill game to seize first place in the West End Junior league yesterday. In the other contest the Andover Tigers defeated Whittler 92 to 12.
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Rally in Closing Minutes Fails to Lift Bickslers Over Stamford Five
Bickisters All-Stars were set to meet New Canaan Five in New Canaan for a Fairfield County league game. The team, bolstered by Mello Hurna, faced the Mamcèérd Blues led by center George Smith who scored 29 points as the Blues dominated. Referee Charlie Petrine called 69 fouls, stifling the visitors’ effort in Colonial Hall.
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Murphy's Stars Trim Sokol Rosebud Bowlers
Fairfield January 5 Tom Murphys All State defeated Bokot Rosebud bowling team in Bridgeport league play in three straight games securing the win. Hydack Pistey Plaven Malle Kammy and Kammy had notable scores as the group posted a combined series and individual figures.
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Tommy Kelly Harlem Spider Bantamweight Fighter Dies
New York boxing mourns the death of Tommy Kelly known as the Harlem Spider. The famed bantamweight from 30 years ago died at a cancer hospital at age 58.
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Peltzer Sets New Records In Middle Distance Races
The Sports Light notes Peltzer, the German star, surpasses Nurmi in a mid distance meet setting a new record over a 1 500 meters and nearly matching the world mark. Nurmi and Wide also break records in a three cornered race, while discussion turns to mile prospects and Olympic hopes.
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