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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1923

Page

7

Frankie Genaro Suspended by Boxing Solons

Frankie Genaro, holder of the American flyweight title after beating Pancho Villa, faces suspension by New York and New Jersey boxing boards. The move stems from his failure to fight Villa in Newark last December, with a temporary lift for the Madison Square Garden bout tied to a 3000 dollar payment to the American Fair Play Foundation. The auto suspension in New Jersey remains, with conditions to be set by state officials.

New York Frantie Genaro Pansho Villa Villa Jimmy Wilae England New Jersey Louis J. Messano Genaro Newark Pitle Madison Square Garden New York State Athletic Com Amer—ican Fair Play Foundation Fmath Gionaro Aig' Sun Meszino Apa Solona Mr. Messane Commission Jersey City

Queens Lead in YRCCA League Amid Tight Standings

The Queens sit four games ahead of the Aces in the Y R C C A League with 28 wins and 20 losses while the Aces stand 24 and 24. The Hearts sit third with 23 wins and 25 losses as Ea Bash tops the honor roll with a high batting average.

Aces Ea. Bash Queens LaBash Sivec. A Jankura Chara Babey Padick Fate

Kiwanis Club Beats Rotary in YMCA Volleyball

Kiwanis club defeated the Rotary club two games to one at the YMCA last night. Game scores were 28 15 Kiwanis over Rotary 7, then 11 15 and 10 Kiwanis winning 15. Individuals listed include Buckingh am Brown Nichols Young Simpson Collins Gogilie.

Kiwanis Club Rotary Club Kiwanis Rotary Kiss Wanis Pheneups Sureerss Day Buckingham Brown Nichols Young Simpson Collins Gogilie

Ireland Challenges for Davis Tennis Trophy

NEW YORK March 7 Ireland has joined the Davis cup quests for the first time. A formal challenge from the Irish Lawn Tennis Association was received today by the United States Lawn Tennis Association with a request that its team be drawn for play in the European zone of competition. Ireland's entry marks the first time in Davis cup history that the British Isles has been represented by more than one team and establishes the Irish Free State on competitive footing with the other British dominions.

New York Ireland Irish Lawn Tennis Association United States Lawn Tennis Association British Isles Irish Free State

Suntakas Defeat Wanetas In Kyoto League Match

The Suntakas beat the Wanetas in a Kyoto league game at Park City on Monday night. Mrs DuBoise won high individual honors while Bennet topped the strings with a total of 197. The scores reflect a strong team performance despite the garbled report.

Simancos C. Culpin M. Waddell M. Bheshie A. Kenyon M. Ford B. Kenyon A. English M. Whaley I. Bowen Suntakas Wanetas Park City DuBoise Owith Bennet

Nichols Five in 15th Straight Wins Over Danbury

The Nichols five triumphed 43 to 34 against the Danbury Resolutes on Tuesday night with the Russell brothers starring in the contest.

Nichols Danbury Resolutes Russell Brother

145 Horses Nominated for 49th Kentucky Derby

Louisville March 7 Associated Press A record 145 nominations were announced for the 49th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The field includes 102 colts 24 fillies and 21 geldings. The race for three year olds over a mile and a quarter is set for May 18.

Louisvilis Associated Press Churchill Downs

Bridgeport Trade Title Chances Brighten After Youth Triumph

Bridgeport Trade School quin tet still has hope for the State Vocational title after a 43 to 28 win over South Manchester Traders on the Boys' club floor. Blade starred in his first appearance for the apprentices, scoring 14 points in seven baskets and anchoring defense. Captain Wexler and Benny Brad led the team as they outplayed their usual form and kept the title dream alive.

Bridgeport Trade School Sdbuth Manchester Traders Blade Prade Captain Wexler Benny Brad

Suzanne Lenglen Shines In Four Straight Sets Victory

Suzanne Lenglen burst into the tournament with a flawless win in four straight sets over Mrs Woodhouse in twenty minutes. In doubles, Mrs Mallory and Miss Blake advanced to the third round without dropping a game after advancing rounds by walkovers and a scratch victory.

Homeric Swats and Yardage in Baseballs Long View

Grantland Rice surveys athletic longevity and records across sports. He notes Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth era contrasts with modern power hitting and aging limits, cites Everett Scott's 986 consecutive games heading toward 1,000, and contrasts disciplined endurance with shifting college athletics debates.

Third Round Opponent Named in Old Match Report

The record notes Misa Stephen as a third round opponent and states she defeated Mrs. Mallory in singles yesterday. It mentions tomorrow's Mile and a greeting or nickname Tuenglen mieete.

Misa Stephenson Miss Cadlé Mrs. Mallory

Three More Join Speaker's Tribe in Cleveland Training

Three more members of the Cleveland Americans joined the training squad today with Louis Guisto Io Connolly and Charles Jamieson arriving from their homes on the Pacific road Jamieson from New Jersey. They appeared in good shape and close to paying weight. The remainder of the squad was expected to arrive tonight.

Cleveland Cleveland American Louis Guisto Io, Connolly Charles Jamieson Lakelad Pia Guisto Connolly Jamieson New Jersey

Kaplan Herman Bout Tonight In War Time Tone

Fritae Musante, a Bridgeport match maker, was seen in town grieving over a fire that damaged Connie Lewis and cost $19000 in contracts. The March 15 show faces delays as boxing duties shift to the local commission, with Iriigz granted grace day for contract handover.

Fritae Musante Bridgeport A.A Musantu Connie Lewis Battiers Iriigz Boxing Commission

Accident disrupts show as John Hancocks injured

A chaotic incident disrupted a planned show harming members of the John Hancocks. The Pugs were billed for the event, with attendees learning of the accident and its impact on proceedings.

John Hancocks

Joe Kirkwood Extends Lead In St Augustine Open

Joe Kirkwood of Australia increased his lead in the St Augustine Open after a 71 in the third round, moving to 211 for 64 holes and eight under par. Walter Hagen trailed in second with 219 after a 73, as the large field of professionals contends for the title. A separate note states Oriol A. C. challenges the Y. M. H. A. Stars in a game at the auditorium.

ST. Augustine Fra Joe Kirkwood Australia St. Augustine Links Kirkwood Walter Hagen

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Frankie Genaro Solons Y.R.C.C.A Paris Wideweave Astein & Company Sureang Manchester Benny Blade Charles Petrino George Wexler Simangos Suntaka Murtagh Bennett Schackett Waneta Tyson Osborn Cé—Ige Hall Weyler Lesko S Petrino Whelan Werter Hins Hewitt Larson Kin Yyre Hart Suzanne Mallory Grantland Rice Homer Ruth Detroit Tigers Ty Cobb New York Yankees Swat Yen Cobb Yanks Wee Fitzsimmons Corbett Jeffries Jack Britton Walker Norman Brookes Wilding John Ball Vardon Zbyszko Lewis Stecher Great Britain Jim Norpe Joie Ray Scott Everett Scot Jie George Pinckney Brooklyn Jess Willard Luis Firpo Dempsey Speaker's Tribe Augustine Oriol A. C Y. M.H. A. Stars Tide Water Oil Sales Corporation Bostwick Ave Conn Noble Istol The Bridgeport Gas Light Company Bridgeport Gas Light CO George 8. Hawley
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