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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1922

Page

8

Gene Sarazen to Exhibit at Brooklawn Tomorrow

Gene Sarazen, winner of the American Open, will give a free exhibition at Brooklawn Country Club in Bridgeport tomorrow afternoon. The 21 year old Harrison, New York native rose from a caddie at Beardsley Park to win the U S title and plans to tour Europe and America with exhibitions, targeting a $40,000 haul.

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Expected Greb and Tunney Bout In New York

In New York on July 28 reports say Harry Greb and Gene Tunney are slated for a light heavyweight title bout. Promoter Bodkin offered manager Doc Bagley the match with Pittsburgh’s Bodkin proposing July 31 in Greb’s home town, Pittsburgh, while Bagley cites August 11 as a possible date after Greb’s earlier bout in New York.

New York Harry Greb Gene Tnney Om Bodkin Pittsburon Promiler Doc Bagley Tuney Greb Pittsburgh Baglay Tosney Stadison Uare Garden

Devon lineup change aimed at breaking jinx after rough stretch

Devon A baseball club announces a new starting lineup to end a string of defeats. Manager Rudy Braumann confirms the changes, naming Hayes at first base Toth at second, Evan[?], Carney, Metz, Jones, Sandin Jr., Bromler, Churna, Schieck, Tompkins, and others. They seek fast semi pro opponents near Bridgeport New Haven and urge contacts to Francis McTaggart.

Devon m Hayes Toth Evan Carney Metz Jones Sandiin Jr Bromler Churna Schieck Tompkins Arlists Devons Black Rocky Fairfield Legion Farms

Lone Stars Claim Forfeit Game With Redmen of Norwal

The Lone Star Juniors forfeit a game against the Redmen of Norwal after the latter failed to show at Beaside Park Sunday. The Stars plan to face the Ramblers Sunday and seek more games with fast teams. For booking, call Norie 2608.

Lone Star Gatin Redmen Norwal Beaside Park Ramblers Voy Cal Nohie

King Pin Reserves Edge Orioles In Tight Contest

The King Pin Reserves defeated the Orioles eight to six as Keane pitched well to limit trouble from the visitors. Gus, Smith and Goode led the Reserves at the plate while Crab and Michuda sparked the Orioles, who committed costly errors in the loss.

Keane Mountsman Orioles Gus Smith Goode Crab Michuda

Squire Ebets After New Infielder

Brooklyn club president Charles H W Ebbers says manager Hopiison seeks a fast infielder and denies a reported trade involving Zach Whset and Timmy Johnston for Schmidt Barnhart and Terney. He adds negotiations are ongoing and players may be exchanged to strengthen the Robins. The piece notes Yankees prospects and a city challenge to a youth team.

New York Charles HW. Ebbers Brooklyn Baseball Club Ebbersfield Hert Hopiison Ookout Zach Whset Timmy Johnston Pittsburgh Schmidt Barnhart Terney Gaid Wiatbush Squire Materi Robins Wheat

New Haven Falls as Ponies Win Sixth Straight

Springfield beat New Haven 4 to 0 as Ross pitched well for the Ponies. Hammel's bat produced the decisive runs and New Haven managed little against the opposition. Coney was injured in the second inning, and Towne contributed a key defensive play. The string of losses extends New Haven's drought to six games.

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Indians Annex Ninth Straight From Athletics

Indians complete their ninth consecutive win against the Athletics. Philareuputa, Poly 18 Clavas reiag captwred diy' ainth strulehn vi Se the longest winging sorette In One American Longue ha Yenson by de Philadelphia. 6 to A. Ogden, former Swatmore pitcher, made his rajor lenge acbut in the elahth, helping its visitors accrelers, Sarnker wid Wood his ame yung lt Hasty ite % mis on bse each Umno. The acorz:

Philareuputa Poly Philadelphia A. Ogden Sarnker

All Time All Star Team Named By Connie Mack

Connie Mack selects an all time baseball all star lineup, citing greats from both leagues. The piece discusses players including Jimmy Collins at third base and Ty Cobb in center, with notes on pitching legends like Christy Matthewson and Lefty Waddell, reflecting on era contrasts and standout performances.

Boston Braves Connie Mack Jimmy Collins Tie Ball Club Collins Pest Clarke Speier Cokp Caleb Mack Haan Buck Eaving Cavetter New York Monachital Mathis Itoher New_York Nationals Waddell Philladelphia Lamerbank Gorge Sigler Wirst St. Louis

Record Breaking House Expected for Title Bout

July 15 Reuters report notes record advance for a 12 round no decision title fight in New York City, with anticipation of about 400000 in gate receipts. Leonard vs Mitchall is expected to draw massive crowds, trains to Jersey City, and promoters plan heavy telecast and celebrity interest.

Alroady Aatr. Tex Rickard Tor Tiyai Leonard-Mitchall Fleht Miadison Square Garden Harrison Philadelphia New Jersey Wickard Arena Jersey City Telets Heen Grotzes Carpentier Toncher Leonard Telanca Lennard Budd Lake Tondler

Big Fights at Madison Garden This Season

July 15 reports list top boxing purses at Madison Garden. Herman and Tendler earned 62,000 while Kansas and Tendler took 33,000, Wills and Norfolk 64,990, Sharkey and But 45,000, and several other bouts paying 40,000 to 44,000. The White and Jackson match drew the loudest attention with the former winning the decision.

New York Madison Garden Herman Kansas Tendler Wills Norfolk Sharkey Msazido Jackson Dundee Durdee Tunney Levineky White Srirdman Weinert Grob

Peter Pluyo Upset on Kalamazoo Circuit Surprises Crowd

Peter Pluyo pulled a notable upset at Kalamazoo's racing card, edging Longnet in the feature 2:98 race amid wet track conditions. The day’s program included multiple heats and a $6,000 purse, with notable performers like Revere and Guy among a crowded field.

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Willard Offered 525000 to Fight Brennan

Willard history notes a $525,000 offer to fight Brennan in a twelve round bout across Hudson at a date to be agreed. The contest would be staged in Chicago with a large venue and expected attendance around 190,000.

Willard Brennan Law York City Zeen Willard Mark Dempsey Maint Maxes Silver Burns Dalefan AA Cree Torey Seardacce Bi! Brannan Chicago Ls Hudson Brorean Léo D. Fiony Che

Bridgeport Trade to Play Stamford Team Here Today

Bridgeport Trade School meets Stamford in the final portion of the Southern Division of the State Vocational League at Seaside Park this afternoon. Bridgeport has dominated the league recently and expects to contend for the state title, with Dewey umpiring at 9:30 as the rest of the lineup remains unchanged.

Bridgeport Stamford Seaside Park Comtost Vianey Bridgenort Condden EXSOD Neversa Gonacu Ermesson Dlomand Leer Dewey

Olsen Day At Polo Grounds In Westport Event

Arthur A Olsen Day at the Polo Grounds is highlighted by Olsen pitching for the Detroit Tigers in Westport. The event involves the local association and Vito Warvis, with details about seat allocations and requests to Ty Cobb. Olsen, recently returned from Boston, is described as the day’s focal pitcher amid fan and business office arrangements.

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English Not After Dempsey Carpentier Bout July 18

English interest in a possible Dempsey Carpentier rematch wanes as British fans and press react differently from France. Despite calls for a London staging, financial backers and the public respond tepidly to the idea, with critics labeling the proposal absurd and unnecessary.

Associated England France Taek Derigsey Werl George Carpentier Mer London Punch London Times Hoyle Thirty Acres Jersey Carpentier

Canadian sailor Hilton Belyea heads to national regatta

Philadelphia dispatch notes Hilton Belyea, the Canadian sewing chemist, arriving for the national regatta after a change of plans. The official shipment includes a new foot vault, with materials sent to St. John.

Philadelphia Hilton Belyea Anisnihe Delyeale Tts St. John Brother

Seeley Named On National Amateur Tourney Eligibility List

W Parker Seeley, Bridgeport’s top golfer, is listed as eligible for the National Amateur Championship at Brookline, starting in September. The Connecticut amateur champion and former metropolitan titleholder stands among about twenty U.S. contenders. the eligible list includes many club members and regional players from various golf clubs.

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Recreation Board cancels Seaside Park swim meet

The Board of Recreation announces the cancellation of the July 28 swim meet at Seaside Park. An August 27 belt meet remains scheduled, and officials will push to keep the state championship in track and field on the set dates, with efforts to stage the event locally.

Hp Teasant Seaside Park Annovice Monde Este F. V. Gaben Auperintanden Boar of Recreation Avery Board of Recreation

Plan Women’s Tourney on Beardsley Links

Plans for a nine stage women’s tournament at Réarmey Park Cen, with a later announcement pending. The event aims to feature a pink theme and includes preparations with cross-town involvement and legal considerations.

Beardsley Links Tainent

National rifle meet draws many milksmen from states

Hundreds of milksmen will take part in a national championship rifle meet in New Orleans, aligning with the Legion convention. Teams from all states will shoot at ranges up to 2000 yards, with four members per department and a team captain leading the squad.

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