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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1923

Page

7

Bridgeport Defeats Hillies In Six Inning Slugfest At Newfield Park

Bridgeport kept its drive to the first division alive by beating Pittsfield in a high scoring game at Newfield Park. Batchelder was hit hard as Pittsfield committed five errors, while Taylor and Mike Wilson starred for Bridgeport with multiple hits and runs driven in.

Bridgeport Hillies Newfield Park Germer Wilson Art Wilson Batchelder Futl Rodriguez Mike Wilson Wilson Roberts Hislies Orme Annie Oakler Loftus Mullen Post Goudie Smith Rosenthal LaVallie Stapleton Ripperton Lawrence Taylor Irving Batchester Pittsfield LaVailie Gardella Barrett Bosse Gormer Wilson Gillespie Roaenthal Ee Stapleton Indianapolis Wilkene Columbus Kansan Wesene Arya Toledo Milwauxeéa Filmes Mullen Tb Mith LaVallert Irving G. Wilson Ard Eno Lotus Stanieton Fittafield Gilespie G. Wilsng Batchelter Zam i Slegpie Losina Prcher Meeknald Summers

International League scorecards tease

Today’s games list Chicago at New York Cincinnati at Boston Pittsburgh at Brooklyn Philadelphia schedule noted as upcoming matchups with venues unspecified in the fragment.

Chicago New York Brooklyn Pittsburgh St. Louis Philadelphia Cincinnati Boston Ce Rem Cleveland Louis Detroit Ag Aest Ast Rey Washlington Beston Oh Beston St St. Louis Washington Detroit Cincinna

Bridgeport Hosts Lawmakers in Three Day Stand

Bridgeport arrives for a three day series aiming to trim the Lawmakers lead. Edmundson is set to start for the visitors while Littrell or Chery lines up for the locals as both sides chase first division pace.

Bridgeport Edmundson Littrell Chery

Fisher Injured Delays Infield Play At Newfield Park

Belmont Juniors issue challenge to 12 to 15 year olds for city division championship as Fred Fisher, backup catcher for the Americans, is sidelined with a back injury. Fisher plans to return within a week. Belmonts boast a strong season and aim to defend their title against rivals such as the Rovers.

Manseer Fred Pisher Newfield Park Incuts Fisher Belmont Juniors Belmonts Justfield Rovers G George Timko Hallett Street

Knowltons Challenge City Juniors Invite Twilight Games

The Knowltons issue a challenge to any 10 to 34 year old team in the city for games. Captain Dominick Spinella at 402 Benham Avenue seeks further information. They express a preference for twilight contests.

Krowten Street Dominick Spinella Benham Avenue Knowltons

Harris Stars as Athletics Trim White 50x 4703

Chicago July 16 Ted Blank's passes and an error by McClellan helped Philadelphia defeat Chicago. Slim Harris delivered strong pitching in a low scoring game as Harris and the Athletics held off the White Sox.

Harris Chicago Ted Blankenship Pases McClellan Philadelphia Slim Harris Thasctire

Argentine Star Struggles in Channel Swim Attempt

Argentine swimmer Romey Maciel and trainer Vazques endured twelve hours in fog bound English Channel conditions as a sail boat guided by sound signals dodged steamers. They finally reached Dover harbor after narrowly avoiding swamping, with Manuel and trainer navigating five miles in. Boston swimmer Dan Richards also pursued a similar crossing, while a cable from Charles Teth noted another attempt was contemplated.

Dovier Associated Press Romey Maciel Vazques English Channel Dover Todas Manuel Dan Richards Boston Charles Teth

Brothers Compose Team With Skillicrn Kin In Patchwork Lineup

In Watsnavilie a family group named Skillicrn fields a makeshift team led by Father Skilfhern. Brothers composing the core along with two sisters as substitutes, ages range from fourteen to four. The troupe fills gaps as needed during play.

Watsnavilie, Hl Sailtear Te Ouy Af Pie Bene Chera Skillicnrn Skilfhern de Miuhinger

Giants and Cubs split doubleheader with Jennings honored

In New York and Philadelphia, the Cubs won the first game 7 to 4 and the Giants took the second 3 to 1. Assistant manager Hugh Jennings received a gold police badge for honorary membership in the New Rochelle force. The day featured strong pitching, with Meuser and Grantham delivering key hits and Gratham homering.

New York Chicago Nationals Cubs Giants Chicago Rauf Mann Bentley Hugh Jennings New Rochelle Chicagg iStatz Hollecher Gs Grantham O'Parrell Kelleher Callaghan Heatheaters Aio Eliott Kaufmann Young Rt Groh Tateuios Frisch Meuser If Bu Ol Jugngel Cf OO Aries Jpo Honkey Ax Scott Barnes Jackson Starr Young Farrell Meusel Heathcote Stengel Snyder Frisch Haufmann Hart, Moran Westervelt

Amateur Boxers Busy Thursday in Bridgeport Meets

Bridgeport pugilists prepare for two meets on Thursday. Captain Max Baum’s proteges fight for Algonquin club at the Karm while others box on New London Farm between Watling and Arabport. Local stars include five upstart challengers and a slate of heats with Louis Eeley defending his state title.

Bridgeport Max Baum Algonquin Club the Karm New Oathe Farm Dolla Watling Arabgeport Pugs Louis Eeley Hig State

Zachary Beats Dauss in Duel as Washington Edge Detroit

Zachary prevailed over Dauss in a pitching duel while Washington defeated Detroit 4 to 2. Leibold sparked the win with a three base hit in the fifth inning driving in the two margin runs for the Senators.

Detroit Zachary Dauss Washington Leibold Senators Po Leibold Cf Bluege Ricert & Gharrity Ruel Jones In &T Fratt Heilmann Peck Ff Dauss bin Dauss Pires Cad, Més Owens Connolly

Local Swimmers in Three Meets Under Baum Selection

Captain Max A Baum taps his swimming squad for three upcoming meets. First, July 1 at Madison Square Garden relay event featuring Anna Baum Grace Kemple and Starla Danielwies. Next, July 22 at Columbia Park Pool Jersey City lineup includes Anna Baum Grace Kemple Stacia Danielwicz Frieeba OBrien Agnes Waters and Winter Cathy. Final, July 21 at New Haven State cross championship with Anina Raum Grace Kemale Pheebe Brien Stasia Danielwicz John Anderson Nap LaBrecque Henry Brill and John Rusagell.

Max A. Baum Madison Square Garden Columbia Park Peak Jersey City Cross Harbor Savin Rock House Point Baum Madison Square Garden Anna Baum Grace Kemple Starla Danielwies Columbia Park Pool

Sholz Signs Up With Pittsfield Club

A brief report notes Sholz signing with Pittsfield in theastern League. He appeared at New Field Park with Hillins for a workout yesterday afternoon, and Manager Wilson plans to give him a chance as an outfielder with upcoming semi pro teams in the Public Market area.

Bnola Star Fachsfield Shale Hillins Newfield Park Wilson

Stagg Receives Honorary Master of Art Degree

Alonzo A Stage famed Chicago University coach was awarded an honorary master of arts by Oberlin College for his work in physical education. This marks the first time an honorary degree in athletics has been awarded.

Alonzo A. Stage University of Chicago Oberlin College Hong

Yankees Rally Fails To Save Bush In Doubleheader Loss

In Newark and Cleveland, the Yankees split with Cleveland, taking game two 11 to 7 after leading 9-0. Bush breaks a finger on his left hand when hit by a pitch from Speaker, as Cleveland mounts a late rally. Coveleskie had been knocked earlier. New York totaled nineteen hits off four Indians pitchers.

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Distance clouts power Browns to 4 1 Boston win

Long distance hitting paced St. Louis to a 4 to 1 victory over Boston in Boston. Tobin slugged a homer in the fifth inning as the Browns extended their streak to four straight wins against the Red Sox.

Browns RED Sox ST. Louis Boston Tobin Brown

Local golfers in title play at Goodwin Park

Bridgeport golf players from the Beardsley park league will be selected to compete in the New England championships at Goodwin Park in Hartford next Saturday. The team likely includes Johnny O’Melia, a young city standout, and others. Dr. Alvord will announce the roster tomorrow. Bridgeport placed third in last season’s team event behind Worcester and Hartford. Individual winner was Jack Quinlan of Worcester, with Jim Reidy second. The Bay State stars again lead the field, last season ending in a dramatic finale with a decisive finish on the 10th hole.

Bridgeport Beardsley Park Golf Association Goodwin Park Hartford Park City Washington Johnny O'Melia Alvord Worcester Jack Quinlan Jim Reidy Bay State Ke Tv Quinlan

Firpo to Fight in No-Decision Bout at Grand Rapids

Luis Angel Firpo, fresh from beating Jess Willard, has signed with the Olympic Athletic club to face either Joe Burke of Detroit or Homer Smith of Kalamazoo in a 10 round no-decision bout at Grand Rapids during the week of July 23.

Grand Rapids Mich Luis Angel Firpo Jess Willard Olympic Athletic Club Joe Burke Detroit Homer Smith Kalamazoo

Same Place Nine Accept Challenge For Myrtle Beach Game

The Same Place nine accept a challenge from the Disgusted Millionaires for a game Sunday July 22 at the Myrtle Beach sand bar. Batteries: Millionaires Sackett and Cohn versus Dickerson and Kostic for Same Place.

Myrtle Beach Sackett and Cohn

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