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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1923

Page

7

Fifty-One Bridgeport Athletes in Police Meet Tomorrow

Fifty-one Bridgeport athletes are slated to compete at Lighthouse on tomorrow afternoon in a state meet featuring twenty-five track sprinters ten swimmers eight boxers and girls runners. Anderson predicts most handi cap event wins for his squad with the New Harriers as top rivals in the one mile relay events and he plans to field Sims relay teams to challenge New Departure from Meriden.

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Reds Lose Second To Browns In A 8 7 Tilt

In a tight game, the Reds fall 8 to 7 to the Browns as X fades early and the bullpen falters. Stettow pitched only Innings with several costly hits, while Louis contributed a six-run burst in late innings. The Browns edge the Reds, keeping the series alive despite Reds nine straight losses within one run.

Rixey REDS Browns Alncin Sato Louis Stettow Tevius Jeandy Morsaby

Arrows Defeat Madisons 15 to 2 in Junior City League

Arrows surged to a 15 to 2 win over the Madisons in junior city league play. Pitcher held the Madisons to few hits while Ad Keane Platt Kelman and Crab contributed for the Arrows. Yates and Soraces appeared in the game.

Arrows Madisons Matisons

Babe Ruth Nears Home Run King Status In Turbulent Era

The article chronicles Babe Ruth as a poised home run leader amid instability in baseball, noting threats to his stand and the era’s shifting dynamics. It mentions teams like the Phillies and Giants, suspensions, and managerial changes affecting the pennant race.

George Herman Babe Ruth Fareanny G. H. Ruth Failie Phillies Baltimors Enienicra Philande la Wien

Olympic program for 1924 games planned

The 1924 Paris Olympic program is outlined with dates and venues across disciplines. Highlights include ceremonies at Notre Dame de Paris, sport demonstrations, and various international congresses and commissions planned through July.

Jamieson Crowned Most Valuable Player Candidate of 1923

Billy Evans argues Charley Jamieson of the Cleveland club stands as the American League’s strongest MVP candidate for 1923, praising his all around hitting speed and defensive skill. He notes George Lister’s 1922 honor and lists other contenders including Babe Ruth Eddie Collins and Howard Ehmke, but asserts Jamieson remains the top choice.

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Spangled Musings on Boxing Greats and Rumors

Grantland Rice surveys boxing lightweights and heavyweight legends with colorful prose. He reflects on Dempsey Gibbons era clashes, praises chin and endurance, and notes rising contenders while hinting at how public opinion shaped fighters' reputations and futures.

Married Men Trim Bachelors 8 to 4 in Action

Vombo Beuue reports a baseball game where the Married Men defeated the Bachelors 8 to 4. Ed Quinn pitched, Lill Jones relieved, and Flurry Quinn was hit in the arm. The match attracted spectators, with plans for future Sunday games between the teams.

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Dundee Favorite as Fight Nears on Criqui Clash

With Johnny Dundee and Eugene Criqui nearing their 15 round featherweight world title match at the Polo Grounds on Thursday, attention centers on preliminary bouts. Dundee remains the favorite as training continues, while Criqui trains steadily at Manhasset and downplays rivals.

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Twenty Five Entered in Municipal Tennis Tourney

The Municipal tennis tournament planned by the Board of Recreation is set for the first week of August with 25 men and two women entered. The women’s event may be dropped due to lack of interest. a large silver loving cup will go to the men's winner and a suitable award to the runner up. If progress allows, a doubles tournament may be added by the Board.

Board of Recreation

How They Measure Up Featherweight Match Review

The 15 round featherweight bout between Eugene continued on page thirteen. The write up notes pace, technique, and stamina from both fighters as the contest unfolds with emphasis on endurance and scoring patterns across rounds.

Dhamnte Silp Eugene

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