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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1922

Page

7

Ston Braves Defeat Giants 2 0 Behind Fillingim’s Five-Hit Pitching

In Rox June 1 Boston defeats New York 2 to 0 as Fillingim allows five hits. Boeckel drives a double, Nixon adds a key grounder and plays solid outfield. Helke joins a double play. Frisch and others contribute for New York but Boston secures the win.

Ston Braves Giants Fillingim Rox Boston Boeckel Ford Groh Ian Nixon Nixon Frisch Boechole Helke Geeond Yscora Boeton Douglas Sth Helke Kelly New York OM Douglas Falingim O Causey Doukas Um Moran Quigtey

Swedish swimmer Arne Borg sets 500 yard mark shine

A report from June 1 credits Arne Borg of Sweden with a 500 yard international standard swim, praised as a remarkable aquatic feat. Comparison to Jonn: wller's 463.38 is noted, but Borg’s gains at the turns are highlighted as decisive, with Harold providing the Feat details.

K York Arne Sweden Orman Ross Jonn Wller Borg Harold

Mer Student to Act as Oklahoma Coach

James F. Tal, recently added to the acting staff of the University of Jahoma, began his university career at Oklahoma in 1915 as a tackle on the freshman football squad. He became a war poke the following year, and later served in the army during the Spring of 1917, with the Thirty-sixth Division football unit organized in the AEF.

Fournier's homer powers Cards to 3-2 win over Pirates

In a tight 3-2 game at Pittsburgh, Fournier hit a decisive homer for St. Louis. Pitching by Pieper and Carlson shaped the exertion, with Cooper and Hart umpiring as the contest lasted 1 hour 54 minutes.

Fournier Homer Pirates Pttsburgh Vierney Gosen Hammond Jonnard Ouidao Garraart Carlsor Ao Teohner Doo Cooper Carlson St. Louis Lofgu Pittsburgh Kimith Hornsby Carrey Mann Tray Grimm Jettom Pfeffer

Paddock Invited to Philly Meet

June 1 report states Charley Paddock, the famed sprinter, has been invited by Dr. George W. Orton to attend the American Legion games in Shibe Park Philadelphia on June 4 and 241. He would race against top East Coast sprinters including Loren Murchison Alfred LeConey Allan Woodring Frank Lovejoy and Teddie Farrell. The outcome could settle questions about his claimed times and rivalries with Woodring and LeConey. A reply from Paddock is awaited. if he declines fans may wait for the national ASA championships in New York or Newark by September.

New York Charley Paddock George W. Orton Shibe Park Philadelphia Loren Murchison Alfred LeConey Allan Woodring Frank Lovejoy Teddie Farrell Woodring al LeCaney Asa. A Newark Los Angeles A. C

Joe Lynch Beats Midget Smith at Madison Square Garden

NEW YORK June 1 Joe Lynch boxing champion detested Midget Smith in a 12 round bout at Madison Square Garden. Lynch won by decision as his quickness outpowered his aggressive foe in a majority of rounds.

New York dJan Lynch Midget Smith Madison Square Garden Lynch

Black Rocks Beat S N E T Nine In Tilt

Black Rocks defeated Southern New England Telephone Co. by a close score in a twilight game at Bullard field. A return matchup with the Riversides is planned after the Riversides previously won 7 to 6 in the opening encounter. The Red Sox and Lenox squads are noted for a single June 11 game.

Black Rocke Southern New England ‘Telephone Co Bullard Field Rocks Riversides Hush Roshi Red Sox Lenox South Ends

Weeney Quits Organized Baseball For Coast League Move

Douglas Mel Weeney, a Chicago Amer team pitcher tied to a $106,000 deal involving Willie Kamm, opted for the Coast League. He signed a two year contract with Chicago in the Midwest Semi Pro Association, prompting immediate practice with his new club alongside ex Sox teammates Dick Karr and Tony Hughes.

Chicago Douglas MelWeeney San Francisco Willie Kamm Lear Sox McWeeney Dick Karr Tony Tom Hughes

Vincent Richards Not To Enter Any Tournaments

New York reports Vincent Richards the national junior champion ranks No. 6 on the national list and is recovering from a damaged ankle after the California championships in San Francisco. He wished to defend the Eastern New York State title but a physician advised refraining from all tournament play.

New York Vinceut Viereeds Pacific Coast California San Francisco Richards

Ineligible Bridgeport High Baseball Stars Put Out

Six Bridgeport High School players are ruled ineligible for the game against Bulkeley of New London. Mertens Cremins Berger Shea Christensen Lavery are named. Gallagher will start on the mound with Slats returning. Backup positions and infield plans shift as remaining regulars prepare to play through the penalties.

Bridgeport High Bridgeport Bulkeley Christenser Berger Cosway Barney Hag Cooney Colway Uskerihead Schine and Carr Ken Walker Gekavak Eddie Gallagher Stra Ingeris

Thirty Mile Race to Feature Tonight in New York Card

A thirty mile motor race headlines New York card at Mt 225th Street and Brandeis We. Notables include Clarence Carman Jules Miquel Willie Appelhans and German record holder. Other events include a tandem handicap, a five mile open, two match races, and a special two mile New York amateur lap event.

New York Motors New York Way Mt 225Th Street Brandeis Wade Clarence Carman Jules Miquel Willie Appelhans Germn Appelhans Germany Goulet Schatch Harry Keiser Reggie McNarmiara Orlands Piani Willie Spencer

Princeton names John Pirie captain of 1923 crew

John St. Pirie of New York City was elected captain of Princeton's 1923 Tiger oarsmen. He rows stroke or on the varsity crew this season and is a Princeton sophomore. he trained at St. Paul’s School in Concord New Hampshire and stroked last year’s freshman eight.

Princeton, WN. J John St. Pirie New York City Princeton Firie St. Paul's School Concord N. H

Sacred Heart and St Johns vie for city title today

Sacred Heart faces St Johns in a decisive parochial school city championship game today. Sacred Heart, favored after sweeping St Augustine from the West Side league, seeks a third straight win while St Johns battled through East Side play, defeating St Charles after a tough start. Pitcher Sank leads Sacred Heart as Glenbrooks challenge top local teams. Sunday games urged, with notices to Thomas Maloney of Bridgeport for details.

Sacred Heart St. Augustine's St. John’s St. Charles’ School The Glenbrooks Wong Uke Thomas Maloney Stratford Avenue Bridgeport Conn

Harry Harper Released by New York Yankees

New York June 3 The York Americans announce the unconditional release of Harry Harper veteran left handed pitcher Harper saw little service due to injuring his pitching hand He has not appeared in any game for Neil Cork's squad this season

Harry Harper New York Yankees New York York

Acorns Make Fine Record On Road

The Acorn A C won two of three on the road over the holidays. They defeated Caranet, N. C., by 1 to 0 and beat Amityville, LL, 6 to 1 after ten innings. They seek contact from industrial class teams in the state. address A J Ford 114 Kossuth St Bridgeport Conn.

Acorn A. C Caranett N. C Amityville A. J. Ford Kossuth Street Bridgeport Conn

FAIRVIRLD LEGION V5 MEETS BRASS NINE SUNDAY

Fairfield previews a Sunday game as the Legion V5 faces the Brass Nine in a suburban clash. Moran will handle pitching for the Legion, with Leahy catching, while Pradis is slated to bat and Jones expects to start for the Brass Company.

Fairvirld Legion E Legion Aeld Fairfield Bridgeport Tas Legion Boys Pactory Jone Mound Brass Company Pradis Recei Moran Legions Leahy Maran

Exeter Nine Out With A Big Challenge

Exeter AGC pall team faced a big challenge against Leame in the 12 to 14 group after holding a practice session last night. Training was described as goal-form under manager energy. Notices invite responses to John Jones, Fi Box 3, Choose Hill Road, Bridgeport, Conn.

Exeter A.gc Pall Enery John Jones Hill Road Bridgeport Conn

Staples Win First Game Of Series From Longfellow 12-5

Staples grammar school opened the Class B Public School league championship series with a 12 to 5 victory over Longfellow. Billig pitched well for Staples, while Norko struck out seven for Longfellow. Hargus and Dizento sparked the Staples offense with three singles each, as Staples built a four-run fourth inning. The next game is set for Yellow Mill Park Monday at 4 o clock.

Staples Grammar School Mely Longfellow Billig Staples Clan Billigs Norko Norks Niy Hargus Dizento Plae Wometh Bly Butte Wargopally Sterback Yellow Mill Park

Young MaAuliffe Again Aims for Ring Comeback

Rumors say Young MeaAuliffe once a featherweight king plans a threefold return. He has been a referee for nearly a year yet believes he can beat Kilbane challengers. Contemporaries recall his wartime service and early world fame in New England, with Eggers eager to watch a potential first showdown if he steps in.

MeaAuliffe Wil McAuliffe New England Mac Jocal Sans Suy Mac Peppes Martin O. Eggers Auliffe Eggers

King Receives Naval Athletic Honors at Annapolis

Annapolis Md June 1 The Navy Athletic Association named two chief awards to Midshipmen Clyde W King of Arrapides Iowa will receive the regulation sword and Emery Larson of Minnesota will have his name engraved on the silver trophy cup for promoting athletics during the year Special mention of honor went to Edwin R Dugin of New Jersey King regarded as the academy's greatest athlete stroked the world champion eight at the Olympics and played on the football team with three victories over Army cadets

Annapolis Navy Athletic Association Clyde W. King Arrapides Iowa The Athletic Association Emery Larson Minnesota Robert M. Thompson New York Edwin R. Dugin Wew Jersey King Army Cadets

Sharkey and James on Card at Gotham City

Eddie James, the Pacific Coast featherweight, works with Jack Sharkey for a ten round bout at Surf Avenue A Coney Island this Friday. James is set to meet Sox Johnny Lisse in the semi final to the Sharkey Hausner star bout. Both fighters are confident of victory and have impressed in recent showings.

New York Eddie James Pacific Coast Jack Sharkey Surf Avenue A. A Coney Island James Johnny Lisse Lisse Sharkey-Hausner Sharkey

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