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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1918

Page

6

Ferguson Changes Mind Leaves Trio at Gotham

Ferguson the Americans tag pitcher who left with Hank Brackett Gene Tin and George Braun after Sundays game at Newfeld Park has changed to Bridgeport. He intended to join the Steal Ne train at Grand Central but returned to meet Manager Ray Grimes and President Clark to straighten out matters. Kelly says the trio might return for tonight’s game with the Boosters. Howie Baker may sign to rejoin the club. Dutch Zirwood and Casserty are available to fill in if needed.

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Eastern League Today Games

The Eastern League slate features Worcester at Bridgeport New London at Hartford Springfield at Providence and New Haven at Waterbury for today’s schedule.

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Special attention to ladies sizes two to four

A fragmented note highlights values on small sizes two to four with larger sizes available. It mentions Howie Baker and Sherwood infield positions. Ray Grimes scouts two hard hitting outfielders from the defunct Southern Sue and expects a pitcher from the South within days, while aiming to fill shortstop for the Braves.

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New York Rout Phillies In First Inning Blowout

New York hammered Gregg in the first inning to rout Philadelphia 9 to 2 as nine hits and eight errors favored the visitors. Davidson of the Athletics resigned, while Dugan planned a return. Miller and Peckinpaugh led New York with multiple hits as Caldwell and Adams controlled the mound.

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Boxing News From Philadelphia Spotlighting Kilbane Tendler Bout

Phil Lewis of Philadelphia promotes a Kilbane Tendler showdown at Shibe Park around mid July with a $7,500 Kilbane guarantee and a $30,000 gate potential. Jack Thompson and Jack Hanlon figures headline other Philly bouts, while Sharkey Shubert judging controversy stirs sentiment in New Bedford. Glassman, Tendler’s manager, negotiates with several promoters.

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Rhode Islanders Beat Planters In Low-Scoring Tilt

In New London a fast hitting game ends 4 to 3 as Providence wins. Wet ball and tense seventh inning miscue set stage for late scoring. Tendler plans future bouts and promoters send telegrams while talks of Hardy Lew signing progress.

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Worcester Team at Newfield Park Local Grounds Opening Series

Worcester fans will see the Americans in action at Newfield Park today with a full week schedule. Booster performances, a due mix of games, and appearances by players including Ray Cirbmaest and Ben Mealteants are listed, as is a Donkey House event and fishinginu with Dean deck on the Sabbath.

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Failing Players Split Line And Boxing Bets In Cityrow

Groundkeeper Cearge Bell stayed on the job as Martin led the team through a two week stretch with on again off again play. Marlin resisted rejoining the lineup and argued with Holy over a stolen base attempt as Grimes faced player resignations and salary questions. Benwy Leonard and Jack Britton set up another boxing clash while golf, tennis, and bridge are noted as other sports priorities in the city.

Cleveland Wins With Coumbe on Pitching Mound

Cleveland defeated Detroit 4 to 1 in the final game of the series. Coumbe earned his second win of the series with effective pitching aided by sharp fielding despite more hits than Cunningham.

Cleveland Coumbe Detroit Cunningham

Cards Out Hit Cubs But Lose 4 To 3

Wild throws by Gonzales and Paulette plus timely hitting by Bollovher and Pasikert and Deal's sacrifice fly in the sixth fuelled Chicago to a 4 10 28 lead over St. Louis in the first of seven line series.

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First Twilight Game in Majors Goes to Braves

In Losy on July 1 B Gosten defeated Brooklyn in the first major league twilight game. The game began at 1 o'clock and lasted an hour and twelve minutes. Ragan held Brooklyn to six hits, two in the ninth. J L Smith, from the Herzog deal, played third for Boston and was a highlight. Wheat and Hickman made key catches, Boston scoring limited. Attendance was well below the Monday average. Tomorrow's game will start at 3 14 o'clock. Score: Brooklyn etc.

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Still Some Chance for Dempsey Fulton Bout

New York July 1 The postponed fight between Jack Dempsey and Freddie Fulton remains possible. Eastern cities still bid for the match and a deal may form within a month. Two New Jersey clubs are considered for hosting. an eight round limit and boxing legality across the Hudson are key factors. Both men are top contenders and the public interest in the bout is high.

NW York Jack Meampsey Freddie Krulton New Jersey Hudson Jeek Wurlet Waltan Dempsey Mealil Jaen Aehttha Fulton Dempsey

Sports Thriving in Great Britain Sparks Local Interest

A garbled report notes sports thriving in Great Britain during the soccer season. It highlights football activity in Scotland and mentions strong attendance and competitive matches across leagues, signaling growing public enthusiasm for variety of sports in the region.

Great Britain

Wild Champs Lose Two Games In Chicago Exhibition

Chicago hosts see the World's Champs stumble as St Louis wins 2 0 and 4 3 with Danforth and Rogers misplays hurting the locals. Robin Maisel power Ki Tonis and Davenport errors surface in the second game while gate receipts near 380 800 with war tax under $18 000.

Chicago St. Louwis Danforth Erralie Schalk Houck Nore Rogers Robin Maisel Reiding Davenport Tddie Vollins Ki Tonis

State Police Halt Prize Boxing in Connecticut After Hartford Meeting

Connecticut state police will crack down on prize fights following a unanimous vote by the state police commission in Hartford. The action cites Tendler Jackson and Toulton Dempsey fights as triggers, detailing penalties up to five years in prison or $1,900 fine for principals, and lesser penalties for attendees. The move aims to protect Connecticut’s good name and curb future contests.

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Veterans Form An All Aged Major League Team

Philadelphia reports veterans driving a strong late career push in baseball. Tommy Leach returns with Pittsburgh after a minor league release as Niel Altrock and Ham Hyatt rejoin rosters. Old stars may supply power and familiarity, with Nick Altrock as pitcher and George Gibson guiding catching duties as July 1 approaches.

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