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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1918

Page

12

Greb Dominates Zulu Kid In 14 Round Ring War

Harry Greb of Pittsburgh dominated Zulu Kid Michele Mlameri of Ivook lyn in a 14 round bout at State Street Casino. The bout ended in the 14th round when a cut above Zulu Kid’s eye forced a stop to comply with an early closing order. Greb’s speed and skill overwhelmed the Italian challenger, who absorbed severe punishment but fought to the end.

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Ribbon Night Promises City Basketball double bill

Local teams announce a crowd pleasing Monday night program at Volonial Talk with the Blin Ribs Hons facing the JUMBOT GLa ben. Ansonia adds fast guard Lupe Frank Krugsy for the game. Walnut Beach A C meets Wallingford in a second contest tonight with listed rosters and refereeing staff.

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Bat Levinsky Cleared After Boxing Scandal Inquiry

Devens Massachusetts January 24 Bat Levinsky a boxing instructor at the Tosrlick camp has been cleared by athletic board chairman Jason I. Baverett following an inquiry into his actions after a bout with TH Liver of Chiesa. Levinsky had been suspended pending investigation. Lieutenant Robert Wyernming announced expected testing of all instructors and posting of results.

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Boxing match report from Philadelphia era boxing scene

A garbled, damaged OCR style boxers feature describes an upcoming welterweight or middleweight contest in New York or Philadelphia. It mentions boxers, weights, judges, sponsors, and potential outcomes with references to venues and around combat sports stakes. The unreadable text preserves a sense of a boxing event preview from a mid twentieth century era paper.

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Kreuter Wil Meet Star State Champion at Brideport Club

Kreuter Wil, a noted pocket billiards player from this city, faces New Haven’s Carpenter in a key match at the Brideport club tonight. Carpenter, an experienced rival, recently regained form after a layoff and is expected to present a stiff challenge.

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Baseball Stars Fight Draft Exemption Clash

The American League faces a controversy over military draft exemptions for star players. Iain Johnson and club owners clash with calls for patriotism, with names like Alexander and Hornsby amid rumors of bonuses and appeals to join teams. The issue centers on whether players should dodge service to play for salaries, affecting teams such as the Cubs and Phillies.

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Editors Notes on 1918 Baseball Draft and Racing Prospects

Reflections on players like Cobb and Toney facing draft exemptions while stars like Mor nsby seek salaries. Harness racing plans ahead with fast trotter prospects and 2 06 class hopes. Hogan joins Empire State training near Rochester. Batt Hale delivers key victories boosting state racing hopes.

Louis Krueter Beats Ray in High-Scoring Win

Louis Krueter defeated Media Ray 160 to 92 in a standout exhibition. The noisy New York crowd enjoyed a swift, high-octane display with Krueter’s precision outpacing Ray throughout the bout.

Louis Krueter Ray

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