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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1922

Page

7

Hagen Leads Field in Second Day of Open Qualifiers

Walter Hagen tops the second day of play in the national open with 141 strokes. Gene Sarazen, a former local caddy, is among the 24 who qualify for finals. Johnny Farrell from Quaker Ridge shoots 68 for a standout round.

Bridgeport “Telegram Walter Hagen Jack Denipeay Wills Gene Sarazen Skokie Country Club Glencoe Associated Press Detroit John Farrel Quaker Ridge New York Nk EB Sprogelt Memphis Tenn Jann Golden Tuxedo Jarence W. Hackney Atlantic Cliys John Bleck Oakland Cal

Wood and O'Hara Win at Wimbledon

Gerald Patterson and Pat O'Hara Wood, Australians, defeated Norton of South Africa and Barrett of England in the Wimbledon men's doubles semifinals. The set scores were 6 1, 3 6, 7 6, 6 0, as reported by Associated Press.

Wimbledon Associated Press Gerald Patterson Pat O'Hara Wood Australians Norton South Africa Roper Barrett England Grdsy Coum

Touring country on foot traveler passes through Bridgeport

A. Burt of Macon Gao is making a foot trip around the country. He stopped in Bridgeport last night after departing Macon in January. He traveled along the Canadian border to Fort Tent, Metro, then down the New England coast toward Bridgeport. He plans to continue to Miami, plages, Santiago, and back to Toledo while staying at the WML CA.

A. Burt Macon Gao Wridgeport Burn Telera Toledo Ganadien Fort Tent Metro New England Bridgeport Miami Plaids Santiago Seature WML CA

King Pins Triumph Over White Pines at Beardsley Park

The King Pin Juniors defeated White Pine on Sunday at Beardsley Park with a 7 to 4 score. Goody led the victors with strong pitching and hitting supported by Folhin Sunders Sully and Jackson. White Pine pitchers struggled, yielding several runs amid scattered hits.

White Pine Beardsley Park Weller Sundurs Goody Hite King Pinot Folhin Sandure Sully Jackson

Lone Stars Hand Sorols Beat Slate In One Sided Game

In a lopsided Sunday tilt the Lone Stars met a struggling Slate squad as Sorols and Lone Stars found scoring chances. The Stars showed stronger play overall while Slate labored on both ends. Next up: a clash with Norwalk Redmen on Monday in Ard.

Auinkhar Jonas Sckols Peet Phy Cust Redmen Norwalk Senselde Peers

O Dowd Manager Alleges Conspiracy In Indianapolis Fight

Willard Stuart manager of William O Dowd announces lawsuit against Thomas Eyer and the Nations Boating Commission alleging conspiracy to influence a decision in the O Dowd vs Ryan fight at Indianapolis last Monday night.

Columbus Ohio Willard Stuart Tor O'Dowd Columbes Thomas Eyer Iis Jhe Nations Boating Commission Ryan i Indianapolis

Wheeler Jr. Defeats Wolfe in Brooklawn Tennis Play

In the Brooklawn court championships first round, John W Wheeler Jr., joint city doubles champion, defeated E S Wolfe 6-1 6-2. Wolfe, president of the First Bridgeport National Bank, offered a game battle but could not match Wheeler’s form. Normial Teeds Jr and Dr W G Hawley expected to play their set today as others advance in the event.

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Weiss Seeks Pace for Dense New Haven Double Headers

New Haven ready for a stretch of back to back double headers over the next three weeks. Bill Donovan’s pitchers must endure a punishing schedule as postponements pile up due to rain. Weiss notes many postponed games must be rescheduled, with August the likely batch window, testing Lomary Carrigan and Eddie Barry.

New Haven Bill Donovan George Weiss Waterbury Weiss Homie New Hever Lomary Carrigan Eddie Barry Npw Denevan

Amateur Fight Plans Completed at Walnut Beach Carnival

Milford plans a boxing carnival at Casey Corner Cusino Walnut Beach on July 21 promoted by Captain Max Baum of the Connecticut A A U and Fairfield County Boxing Association under Myrtle Beach Life Savers. At least a dozen bouts are scheduled with top local fighters. Captain Baum brings his best boys to perform, assisted by Captain Ashworth of the Myrtle Guards, aiming for the biggest show at the beach.

Milford Casey Corner Cusino Walnut Beach Max Baum Connecticut A. A. U Tairfield County Boxing Association Myrtle Beach Rm Ashworth Baum

New Jersey ministers urge governor to halt boxing bout

New Jersey ministers from the council of churches urged Governor Edgarly to block the Benny Leonard Lew Tendler bout planned for July 27 at Boyle's Thirty Acres. They argued the event would be an unlawful prize fight and appealed to stop the boxing commission from issuing a license. Herbert C. Gibson, counsel for the protesting group, warned Leonard has fought in fake bouts and Tendler is not a reliable fighter.

Jersey City Wive Miniatere New Jersey Herbert C. Gibson Thads Boxera Leonard Tencher Notari Boxing Commission Cour Aldar Tex Ricald Gonduet

Colts Meet Robins Saturday In Intercity Match

Cols, formerly the Housateric Trdiany, prep to face the Roving next Saturday at Yoliow SY. Kickoff slated for 2 40 PM. Up for a coming challenge after four wins in five games, with players Min samti Johnsoness Noortala Sinethar J Ludwig Atbott Seller FL Musahti and Mebbard named for the lineup.

Yoliow SY da Gure Toa Fox Gamex Telelow Mill Eofor Hers Minsamti Johnsoness Noortala Sinethar J. Ludwig Atbott Seller FL Musahti Mebbard

Whith to Box Barrett in Chicago mixed card

Philadelphia bout previews a ten round match between Charlie White and Hohty Barter with Clifton Mleighes as referee. The card also features a semi final by Odes of New York versus Kid Wagher in a local venue.

Philadelphia Charlie White Chicago Hohty Barter Clifton Mleighes New York Kid Wagher

Braves End Slump With Win Over Pirates

The Tegatyn Braves broke a losing streak by defeating the Pirates, driving Morrison from the box as their hitters lined up solidly. McQuillan starred for Boston while Morrison struggled, with Moran, Emalie, and others contributing in a game that saw multiple runs in the middle innings. Time and score details are partially garbled in this OCR excerpt.

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Shaw and O'Brien Win at Weatogue

Shaw defeated Irving four up and O'Brien Jr. beat Hasdorn sever up as no matches were played off at the Weatogue Country Club during the Fairchild Cup tournament. Shaw showed strong form on the links yesterday and could enter the final rounds in the senior divisions, while O'Brien impressed with driving and putting. The second round is scheduled for Saturday.

Weatogue Country Club S. Shaw R. C. Irving Mr. Shaw E. O'Brien, Jr N. A. Hasdorn MT O'Brien

Tom Miller Joins Local Outfit In Manigre

Manigre reports the addition of outfielder Tom Miller after a deal with Reading. Miller, described as a strong hitter, will compete for center field duties and contribute at the plate and in the outfield as he adjusts to the new team.

Tom Miller Manigre Gene Tow Miller Miler Tatal National Myldar McCann Mityed Miller Lar Oho

Miss Dunn Wins Tombstone Event

Unclear text notes Miss Dunn securing victory at a Tombstone tournament with multiple players listed. Mentions Hayes and various names, venues, and pairings, including Vincent Pepperd and Mickey Brow, with scattered references to Queensboro and Long Island City. The passage mixes results, entries, and matchups with distorted spellings.

Mullins Accepts Proposals After Kearns Bid Standoff

New York July 11 Champion Meek Dempsey and Harry Wile through their managers today signed a contract to box for the world heavyweight championship with a location to be named later. Patrick Mullins initially resisted but finally capitulated after Kearns insisted the promoter’s bid be deemed best. The agreement limits bids to those within thirty days and sets the bout within three months after acceptance, with boxing rules to be determined.

New York Meek Dempsey Harry Wile Phety Champlor Neers Keama Dittates Rchallenger Mullins New York State Boxing Commission Pahnuttt

Tom McCann Chosen President Of City League

Tom McCann chosen president of the City League at a Monday meeting of the Board of Recreation. John Nelson elected treasurer and J. J. Sterback appointed secretary. The league, under Board supervision, includes Trans Soundviews, American Legion, Lenox and Waysides, with standings and a five round schedule set for Seaside Park and Yellow Mill Park venues.

Tony) McCann Trans Soundviews American Legton Lenox Jaxt Wveek Trang Soundviews American Legion Hoy Sehedie Vor Diamond No Seaside Park Trans American Legion Tramo Soundview AOR Yellow Mi! Park tVaysides Jeague Seaside Patie

Terminals Play Rocks Tonight At Black Rock Field

The Black Techs host Karm Terminal nine at Black Rock tonight with all players due by 6 15. The Rocks enter confident after facing tough teams this season and aim for victory despite a challenging schedule.

Black Techs Black Rock

Hilltops star suffers knee injury at home

Friends of Barney Cohray, the hard hitting first sacker for the Jackeh Seoko team, report an injured knee and expect him to recover at his Connratient Avenue home. Barney has lately covered the initial pack for the Black Rocks and is missed by players and manager alike.

Barney Cohray Kiee Connratient Avenue Barney Black Rocks Plinam Barner Dagier Erg Maniuger Tas

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