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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1927

Page

21

Bobby Jones Equaled St Andrews Record in Open Quest

Bobby Jones shot a sensational 68 at St Andrews to lead the British Open field, matching a course record and opening with a three stroke edge as the 72 hole event began. Australians and Americans followed in a tight pack, while Jones praised his putting and pursued the title with steady holds.

Bobby Jones St. Andrews T Andrews Scotland Associated Press Janey Jones St Andrews Jones Tomarrow MW Hela Kirkwood Anttallan Baechigen Albany

Callahan purse held in Chicago after finish

Mushy Callahan Los Angeles junior welterweight champion had his purse ordered held by the Illinois Athletic Commission after a nine round knockout loss to Sergeant Sammy Baker. Callahan’s manager Eddie Sears attacked Referee Dave Barry and kicked at him as friends intervened. The commission will continue testimony next Tuesday before deciding the purse disposition.

Chicago Associated Press Mushy Callahan Los Angeles Sammy Baker New York Illinois Athlete Commission Callahans Eddie Sears Dave Barry Barry Ange Callahan Sears Roy

Jones Wins Historic Open With Unmatched Putting At St Andrews

Bobby Jones dominated the National Open at St Andrews, posting a 68 in the first round and shooting superbly with the putter. Keeler notes Jones’s steady long game, snapping a 1st round 68 while posting 28 putts overall and a 120-foot eagle on the 5th hole, as Stewart Malden and Jack McIntyre watch.

St Andrews Associated Press Robert Tyte Jones J Atlanta M. Jones Grand Hotel Bob Lones Jack MccIntyre Bobby Stewart Malden Feneher Lever Sansingdae Bobby Tones Viet Bobby We Flay

Sepoy Wins Empire Feature at Empire City Racetrack

Sepoy ridden by Laverne Fator won the fourth event the Mors antia Houndicap feature at Empire City racetrack. The horse carried 118 pounds. Joe Merrone II finished second, a length ahead of Recreation Sepo, with a mile and seventy yards in 1 46 1. Banter Tomped and others followed in the next races at Lincoln Fields and Baysland. Slippery Smitr won a city race at Raceland paying $98 to place in the second event.

New York Associated Press Americas Click Laverne Fator Empire City Sepova Foter Joe Merrone II Recreation Sepo Banter Lincoln Fields

Dartmouth tennis star springs surprise in New York event

Melvin Putaidae, captain of the Dartmouth college tennis team, stunned Clifford Marsh of Williams in straight sets to reach the semifinals of the New York state championships in Syracuse. The men's doubles began with Moir and Cram defeating Ryde and Ingram, while Shida defeated Litt and Keefe.

Syracuse Associated Press Melvin Putaidae Dittmond College Cifford Marsh ¢ Ptaint Willams Marsh Ark Prtiidge Et Ier Moir Ind Cram Ryde Tutabsima Shida Litt and Keefe Snow Brust Wineiet No Roheston Sursiin Siames Jerome Lane Bettem Seligsor Bowman Avdelatte Shields Stree

Cheney wins senior golf tourney again in Connecticut

Jol P Cheney of South Manchester fired an 18 hole round completing 34 holes in 161 to win the Connecticut Senior Golf Association championship at New Britain. Tredernick of Highland timed 124 to lead the field for the low gross. Foley and Foley posted scores amid the tight competition.

Cheney New Britain Jol P Cheney South Manchester Gelf Agagel Tredernick Highlind Giun Foley Bose Oor

Rival Sluggers of the Yankees and Giants

A vivid, if garbled, account contrasts Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig with Ruth's 1921 record and lifetime totals, noting Ruth at 59 home runs and a 410 pound plus 12 foot stat line while highlighting their different upbringings at Columbia and hard knocks. The piece sketches stage moments and team dynamics between Yankees and Giants with a focus on Ruth and Gehrig.

New York Associats Buchels Babe Reith Lon Geb Yankees Giants Titans Ruth Lou Columba College of Hard Belimere Gemig Ruth Abo

Dempsey Dominates Willard In Fury Powered Bout

The report compares Dempsey and Willard in a 45 second blast that left Willard overwhelmed by Dempsey's lethal body and head punches. It notes Willard’s inability to block or survive the onslaught and frames the victory as evidence of Dempsey's superior power and technique. It also contrasts Sharkey and Maloney's styles, highlighting Sharkey's speed and aggression versus Maloney's pace, while assessing the evolving Dempsey form against older rivals.

Dempsey Willard Denpsss Shunpters Jed Astu Sam Willard Attiwekhe Ring Wilad Sharkey Maloney Sikes Mlone Ust Plice Maloney Wilard Shakey Ely Toledo New York Boston Maloye Michel Buck Ehu Dempsey Newark Willrid Bob Fitzsimmons Wong Willand

Johnson Resigns Amid Surprise In American League Events

Chicago July 13 John son expresses relief at resignation as longtime American League president. He notes changes ahead while cautioning about overconfidence among leaders and the risk of allowing politics to enter sport. He hopes a strong successor will guide the league through future major reforms.

Chicago Saul Hin Johnson T Ues Americin League Ameria Jonson Sal

Miss Ryan Off U S Wightman Cup Team

New York July 14 Miss Thelizabeth Ryan veteran United States tennis player and No 2 on the American team will not be able to compete in the Wightman Cup against the British team this summer due to personal affairs that will keep her away from the circuit all season.

New York Associated Press Tilenbeth Ryan Rupueh Dawal United Dietes Lawat Ign

Cardinals Rally Past Phillies In 12 Inning Win

The St Louis Cardinals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 9 to 7 in 12 innings to extend their win streak to four. Key late offense, timely hits by Toporek and a strong bullpen effort by Willoughby and Reinhart sealed the extra inning victory.

Cardinals Phillies Philadilphia Pigse St Louis Cardinals Cubs Fouth Depense Decatim Wilkec Scoulle Wit Sing Jr Toporcer Widel Philue Svtt Fiisch Bothomley Wilson Clark Wilghitstone Topmee Frisch Bottomles Tulhey Fusel Sheidel Hohn Phils Donthit Bottomley Williams St Louis Phladelphia Hallx Reimhirt Sheidel Willoughby Uhrich bDentiz Reinhart Hirs Keen Lin Shendel

New York Youth Fails To Finish Lake George Swim Prize

William Erickson of New York was among the final finishers in a grueling 24 mile Lake George race. Eduard Keating of New York won after Erickson and Paul Chatteau, both from New York, failed to complete the course. Keating, a swimming instructor, celebrated victory as the event concluded amid cold water and rough conditions.

William Erickson New York Take George NY Associate Press Wiliam Durkson Lake George Eduard FP Keating New Yorke Fm Thier Oelock Sterneon Drickson Thia Village George EA Ud Ff Lim Mar Keating Ind Alo Yestriahy Paul Chatteau Louie Schoemmell Lucy Diemond Brooklyn Hie Vierkoeter Innesson Boat of Education Sheepshead Bay Beach Vierkieter Jone T Vierkorter

Etta Druien Wins in Grand Circuit Feature

Etta Druien captured the Maumee Stake for 205 trotters in the Grand Circuit today, driving Tomay Muiyihy to a 32000 purse feature. She set a fast pace, preserving a lead through the first mile, with Beate and Tropie Fris among contenders in the 41 trot division.

Etta Druien Asse Ditee Prissy Fitz Dichen Tomay Muiyihy Maumee St Ke Vic Prince Us Niaeven Charters Tor Beate

Veteran Irwin Defends Old-Guard Hope in Ring Wars

The aged Irwin, among the oldest referees, reflects on decades of contests. He notes that yesterday’s fighters were superior to today’s in a candid assessment of current matchups and the enduring craft of boxing.

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