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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1920
Page
7
Cleveland defeats Chicago 7 to 4 as Mcovelessie outpitches Williams with defensive errors by Risbor and Weaver. Numerous doubles due to ground rules lead to a crowded field scene and a lively crowd reaction.
Yesterday's results show Bridgeport beating Springfield 7 5 while Springfield lost to Pittsfield 0 4. Hartford defeated New Haven 5 2 and Waterbury faces Bridgeport today. Other games include New York 8 Boston 3 and Detroit 21 St Louis in latest MLB style standings.
The P C League notes spotlight key performers from Acme Shear to Automatic and Union Plant. Sheridan of Union Plant shines as a consistent hitter and catcher, while Abbott of Holmes & Edwardar becomes a reliable pitcher. Larry a cywid and Fred Fiebieh top the batting chase, with a league medal for the leading batter pending.
A whimsical account of yacht racing misadventures filled with windless pauses, muddled nautical humor, and crew antics. It riffs on sails, captains, and comic mishaps as boats crowd the dock and the race disappoints yet endures under breezy chaos.
Milford Stars defeated Lenox A. C. of Bridgeport 9 to 4 at Fort Trumbull Beach grounds. Highlights included Lynch making a one hand catch and Chattaway making a running catch. Batteries: Lenox Dunnell and Cunningham. Stars Carney and Louisville.
James Moriarity of 169 Wakely Street suffered second degree burns to hand and arm from hot sour and received treatment at Emeris tal bs Dr BLT Covie. A flat tire fell from a site room at 4 Wailer Street injuring he. William Graham was head injured and taken to James ey Hospital by Dr A Mune well. Thomas Masterson, a jacA hotel resident, collapsed at Newheld park and was taken to Hillside home by Dr J Parmalee. George Hlem bau of 6 Evergreen Street was treated at emergency hospital for a head wound by Dr J A Maswell.
London July 25 reports that caning of girl pupils in elementary schools by male teachers has long been common in England and now draws wide criticism. The Daily Mail opened an editorial campaign for its abandonment and many letters urged corporal punishment of girls by women teachers when necessary. They contend a sensitive girl may never recover from the shame of being caned by a man.
Severe thunderstorm Friday into Saturday knocked out Danbury electric lighting and crippled telephone service. Danbury center and New Milford suffered widespread damage while Milford and Danbury tobacco crops in Kew Milford sustained about 39000 dollars in losses.
In Boston on July 25 a unanimous vote by 20 of 25 telephone mechanic unions led to surrendering their charters. The move, coordinated with the American Federation of Labor, follows a referendum among members at a joint meeting.
Paris reports widespread disruption in Swiss industry as the strong exchange rate affects printing, watercolor works, embroidery, and related sectors. Dispatch notes numerous projects halted or delayed, reflecting broader economic strain across Switzerland.
Fragmentary report claims Bolshevik backed Russian forces push into Armenia. Text mentions Enver Pasha and a special army, with Armenian resistance described as weak and limited to about 25,000 troops amid factional turmoil and shifting alliances.
The report notes a large exodus from Batum and Poti as Greeks and other foreigners depart daily, amid belief of impending ineffectiveness and ongoing disruption. Local observers say the movement reflects broader strain and shifting control in the region.
Governor Coolidge arrived at his Mass home tonight to rest after a tense day following his nomination by the Republican party. Mrs Coolidge and her two sons had just returned from Vermont, with the national political scene heightening expectations for the coming campaign.
Greek troops advanced in Thrace pushing toward Hirkitisseh and along the Constantinople to Adrianople railway line. Turkish forces offered light resistance as Greek forces moved north and west toward Adrianople with rapid progress northwest along highways.
Rival yachts prepare for a final test with 15 miles beat to windward and leeward. The postponement of the race prompted by wind risks was confirmed as Captain Andrew Applegate joins Shamrock IV with Lipton’s project still under cautious review.
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