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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1926

Page

19

Hagenlacher Captures Balkline Billiard Title in Final Block

German challenger Eric Hagenlacher defeats Jake Schaefer of Chicago to win the world balkline billiard championship in Philadelphia. Hagenlacher led 1,600 to 1,344 after the third block and built a final run of 101 points in the 40th inning as Schaefer rallied with a 128 in the 39th.

Schaefer Philadelphia Marck K Eric Hagenlacher Germany Duke Schaefer Chicago Jake Schaefer Rarman Wile Tlugensbacher Hagenlacher Aldding Hangenlacher Roth Edonaiml Heremans Chaefer Boo Flagenlacher Scheefer Hagenlicher Ists Piyer

Miller to Meet Finnegan in Boston Featherweight Show

Ray Miller, a 20 year old Middle West featherweight, signs with Alex Mack and faces local contender Finnegan in a headline bout at Mechanic Building Boston on March 1. Miller, a southpaw turned left-handed puncher, seeks the world feather title chance and aims to beat top rivals including Kid Kaplan. He is also noted as a Jewish businessman and theater entrepreneur in the Middle West.

Boston Raiy Miller Esldie Mack A. C Harley White Uhleave Miller Clags Terry McFavern Finnegan Robby Careia Lad Miller Kid Kaplan Middle West

Maury Shannon Emerges in Shortstop Race Amid Visa Debate

Maury Shannon remains the leading candidate for shortstop as visa questions linger and Timmy Cooney has yet to be called upon. The situation shapes expectations for upcoming selections and potential lineup changes.

Maury Shannon Timmy Cooney Way

Danville Team Boosts Shine in Starr Battery Hopes

Danville in the Three Bye League rallied around a duo described as a booster battery led by Charley Barrett. Card fans recommended the pair, expecting them to shine as their name Starr.

Danville Thafehi Tfenet Tides Aeres Erfto Charley Barrett Starr

Norton 10 Win Shot Put Test With Hoff

New York March 11 Norton Georgetown star leads a seven event indoor championship card at Madison Square Garden on March 16. Osborn and Tivff oppose Norton in the shot, with Norton shown in strong form after a 41 foot 1 4 inch mark. Hoff aims for a better showing but faces stiff rivals in a one start field.

New York Madison Square Garden Tinerson Norton Georgetown Husky Juams Harold Osborn Charles Tivff Norton Trackdam Jin Kimmie Oxborn Hoft P. J. Macdonald United States Stockhlm MacDonald Osborn Lister Illnois A. C

Eleanor Sears Enters Washington Baltimore Marathon Walk

Eleanor Sears of Boston Society enters entry blanks for the Washington to Baltimore marathon walk next month. The event, under the Scarpy Wood Athlete Club and sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union, is expected to draw many noted walkers.

Baltimore Eleanor Sears Boston Society Washington Balti More Scury Wood Athlete Club Amateur Athletic Union

Beardsworth and Garten Reengaged as Overseers at Beardsley Park

Daniel Carien and Arthur Beardsworth, soon to oversee golf operations at Beardsley Park, were pre-engaged for the coming season during the regular monthly Recreation Board meeting. The board approved plans to open the golf course by April 15 or earlier if weather allows, and reviewed Superintendent Lackie's yearly program. No action was taken on Leckie salary increase from 3000 to 3500, with funding for the raise pending Board of Apportionment decision.

Daniel Carien Arthur Beardsworth Beardsley Park Board of Recreation Edward T. Buckingham Robert A. Lackie Leckie Board of Apportionment

Rodriguez to join Reds after Cuban trip next week

TWAVANA Cuba March 11 AP Adolfo Luque pitcher left for Orlando to join Cincinnati teammates. He is not fully recovered from appendicitis and will ease into workouts. Also sailing to join U S clubs within a week are Jose Rodriguez Providence Jose Olivarez Merito Acosta Louiseville Mendy Cueto and Jose Acosta. Hoff in Mobile posts a 34 foot toss for 664.2700 points.

Twavana Cuba AP Adolfo Luque Orlando Fla Cincinnati Tie Reds United States Jose Rodriguez Providence Ramos Richmond Jose Olivarez Merito Acosta Louiseville Mendy Cueto Jose Acosta Mobile

Browns optimism centers on players not yet proven

Warren Brown writes from Tarpon Springs on March 11 about George Sisler and the St. Louis Browns preparing for the pennant chase. The piece notes infield competition, new pitchers like Ernie Penete and Oscar Mellilo, and questions about catching depth while praising Bun Buch's strong showing.

Warren Brown Tarfon Springs Fla Work George Sisler St. Louis Browns Senators Athletics Brade Street Browns Augusta Tigers Shreveport Eddie Colin Boeen Joe Bush Johnny Tobin St. Louis Ballou Zachary Joe Johnny Charley Robinson Chicago Whites Sox Miltom Gaston Dixie Davis Elam van Gilder Orlaude Jonnard Giants Joe Glard Ernie Wingard Ernie Penete Stanford Universitely Saaily Carl Mays Grover Alexander Sisler Gene Robertson Marty McManus Oscar Melllo Milwaukee Mellilo Archdeacon Frankie Frisch Edile Collins Harry Teilmann Ken Wiliams Jacob«gen Harry Rice Tierschell Bennett Cedric Durst Wally Schate Vetmeer Dixon Hargrave Schang Lusi Buch Mort Meters Tampa

Horween Rules Out Harvard Football System Changes

Horween states no radical changes to Harvard football will occur after his appointment as head coach. He aims to preserve the foundations already laid while adopting modern ideas from his football experience. He will address candidates next Monday and depart for Chicago, unlikely to return for spring practice.

Cambridge Maes Marci Pharvard Arnold Horweers Hamween Robert T. Fisher Pam Ly Marvard Ues Dfarvard John F. Burke Clem Coady Chicago Horween Tevis Waddle Casey Tufts Casey Alatr Tlor- Ween

Hockey Attractions At Garden Next Week

New York march news confirms a busy week ahead at the Garden with the Portland Rosebuds and New York Americans inter-sectional consolation series set to be announced this afternoon. The final game of the Eastern Amateur Hockey League season is expected to be played at the Garden during the week, likely Sunday, with the Portland New York series also slated for that time.

New York Mar Portland Rosebuds New York Americans Fagtern

Manager Eddy cancels contest over sick list claim

In a Telegram report from New York on March events, manager Kenneth Eddy of the First Presbyterian team announced the basketball championship match with the DeMolay team is canceled. He cited three players on the sick list, risk to state church league standings, DeMolay’s alleged pro status and gate power as reasons. Eddy urged neutral floors and proposes an elimination tournament structure to decide the title.

First Presbyterian Church Holden ‘Hall Kenneth Eddy Eddy Magic Biddy M. C Naval Skerrits Holmgren Presleys

St Patricks Earn Tie For Fifth In NHL Standings

In Tunronto Ont on March 11 the St Patricks and New York Americans split points as St Patricks defeated the Canadians 3 to 2 while the Maroons beat the Americans, keeping parity for fifth place in the National Hockey League standings.

Tunronto Ont Maren St. Patricks New York Americans Maroons

Tire buyers of Bridgeport seek value this week

Bridgeport shoppers embrace quality merchandise at remarkably low prices this week. Savings lure buyers to compare brands and pick trusted tires offering long wear and safety.

Bridgeport FISE Federal Goodrich United States Keystone Braender Metropolitan Jefferson Inland Southern

Come Out and Get Acquainted Cord Prices Listed

A fragmentary ad notes cord pricing with figures $7.50 for oversize 9.25 and $13 for cord 13. The readable text resembles catalog or sale copy from a historical newspaper page segment.

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