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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1926
Page
9
The boxing commission upholds the ruling that Dempsey must fight Will before any other opponents. Delaney bouts and related decisions impact scheduling. The article notes Malden’s commission stance and references the prohibition of additional matches until the Will confrontation occurs, with focus on the governing body’s authority and timeline.
Philadelphia Athletics suffer a doubleheader sweep as Detroit Tigers win both games 5 to 0 and 4 to 1. Pitcher Rip Collins struggles in the opener allowing five hits in five innings. Simmons exits after ninth inning and does not play in the second game, a drought relief for Detroit’s staff and an upending setback for Philadelphia’s pennant hopes.
Boxing card features Steve Smith versus Tenis Parker in a ten round featherweight bout on Thursday evening. Promoter Colonel Bob McCurdy promotes the event with other televised bouts and prospects, including Billy Murphy, Pinkey Mitchell, and Samms Mindell, on a program highlighted by regional title implications and sparking performances.
The White Sox win decisively over the Red Sox in the final game of the series. Boston struggles at the plate as Chicago shows strong pitching and timely hitting to seal a comfortable victory.
The Boston Braves secured Moore amid a chaotic stretch as the Nationals and Giants chase postseason positioning. Transactions swing standings and players shift roles as teams race for playoff seeding.
In a turbulent title bout Delaney edged past Paul Perlorbich to become the new heavyweight champion, with Hirt Geb as a notable early frontrunner. The 15 round contest culminated at Scranton as Sammy Mandel claimed the welterweight crown, while 1926 saw several titles left undefended or vacated.
Chicago Cubs routed the New York Giants 16 to 2 in the final game of the series. Jones starred for the Cubs while the Giants used four pitchers who struggled to stop the slugging. Willingh received notice of a suspension after disputing a third strike decision.
Burials listed across multiple city cemeteries including Shevland Lawn and Brice, with associated plots and neighboring names such as Hankins Wilson Heine and Fenelberg Nieberg. The page records interments at various lots and discusses maintenance at related grave sites.
In Brookline Massachusetts the 34th Longwood bowl singles tournament sees top seed William T Tilden Jr. defeat Donald Strachen 6-3 6-0 6-0 to reach the final rounds. Kept off balance are goals to meet Iitile Tozu Toba, Japanese Davis cup ace, while other seeds face upsets including Lewis N White and Alfiea H Chapin.
The 1926 edition of the mite manual is now available for distribution. It lists the names and positions of municipal officials and includes information on the municipal government. It marks the first year the apportionment members and their appointees appear, as named by Governor John H. Trumbull of Connecticut. The handbook is bound with a chart showing the division of the municipal tolls.
Chicago emerges as the likely venue for the Dempsey Tunney world heavyweight title clash. Promoter Tex Rickard, manager Gene Sormile, and city officials contended over timing and location while Dempsey trained in Colorado Springs awaiting a quick, decisive agreement. Possible alternate sites include Juana Mexico as Dempsey hints at winter plans if Chicago stalls.
Building permits issued by Beinoot Building commissioners authorize new structures across multiple properties. Notable entries include single family homes on Howedead Avenue and Howe Street, a frame garage on Thaddl Street, and several other residences and outbuildings in the Beinoot area. The total valuation reaches 785 1 ag felons Berkshire Teatitiver cmnpanr fam storage building and related projects near Chawsteet Wenstrom and Vs ter, with numerous addresses in Nicholis Lured, 186 Roselle Street, and Glendite Putenue among others.
Promoter Fugazy disclosed state athletic officials borrowed plans for renewed eliminations to decide an opponent for Loughran. Negotiations center on Stribling and Rosenbloom as potential foes, with delays due to injuries and scheduling changes. The aim is a September return for Delaney Irelanes and a clash with Tack Bharkey at Coney Island.
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