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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1918

Page

14

Frank Moran retires from boxing for life at Pittburgh

Historic boxing note reports Frank Moran the Pittshard heavyweight has quit the ring to devote full time to government duties at a military camp in the seventh where he serves as a docking instructor. The piece covers Moran’s decision, prospects for Joe Lynch and Agness knockout talk, and nearby ring chatter about Gardner, Dempsey, and other fighters.

Roger Ferri Frank Moran Pittburgh Baler Harry Grob Frank Ming Sventh Joe Lynch New York Billy Grupp 116Th Street Metropolis Joe Lynch al Shubert Len Bedford Agness Kid Williams

Benny Kauff to join U. S. sailors in wartime drive

New York reports Benny Kauff and other Giants players sailing toward military service with the U S Navy. Benny Wael, George Burns, and managers greet the New York group at the station as Denny Kauff faces draft examination and preparation for potential enlistment aboard a World War II era naval unit.

New York Benny Wael George Burns Rives St. Louis Iands Fleischer Holke Gibson New York Pilgrims McGraw Wisayere- Balen Weelin Smarrow Novo Koufits Presenes Mmartin Meus Denny Marlin Iwate Alres Jlonny

Pioneers Organize for This Season in Local League

A lengthy sports note outlines multiple teams and players arranging rosters for the upcoming season. Pioneers, Athletic Unions, and other clubs discuss pitchers like Larkin and Trammill, scrapping schedules, and inviting other city squads to join. News lists managers, contact lines, and potential games as clubs prepare for a busy year.

Blues Defeat B C Reds 2114 to 1995 in Notes of Club Dinner

The Blues beat the B C Reds with a lopsided score 2114 to 1995. The write up recounts a club supper with performances and interruptions, naming players and officials, including Alf Melfarden and Malcolm AeTayden, plus guest Dollie from Philadelphia. The event ended late as the crowd stayed for speeches and songs before departure.

Blues B.C. Reds Gat Gliae Tantrament Tie Earibsenort Chi Auling Grinkidge Tharry Caplain Malcolm AeTayden Harry Christie Alf Melfarden Alessrs Flowell LeContin Medonlin Howell Willian Chew Idgelts Dollie Philadelphia Hl O

Munch Sale Sends Star to Philadelphia Americas

Milanti Ge Manel Munch of the Atlanta Southern Association announced the sale of first baseman Munch to the Philadelphia Americas. Munch hit .330 to finish as runner up in the Southern Association. Local clubs receive Pietnieh and Ontfelder in trade. Pietnieh had been with the Tocals but was recalled by the Athletic. Strait had played in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre in the New York State league.

Milanti Manel Atlanta Southern Association Jean Jeirst Basemin Kake Manel Philadelphia Americas Muncl Southern Association Jocals Munch Cather Vietnieh Ontfelder Peach Pietnieh Athletic Strait Scranton Wilkes-Barre

Cubs on Their Way to South

The Clylon- Ro Natiionals are en route to spring training camp. Tet herve last night in two special cars. Bluyers folded out through signed contracts from Ciro. Wer Pete hecho received. Ander told Mr. Weechman he would meet the party at Ine. Mitchell said Shak fie could compromise with Alexian der, who waits a $10,000 bonus for his transfer from Philadelphia.

Sclera Pheymarta Bluyers Ciro Anik Pete Hecho Ander Weechman Ine Deiver Mitchell Alexiander Philadelphia Igneret Conte

Braves on Way to New York Ad Amid Tour News

The Braves travel toward New York as team officials confirm a spring training schedule. Walter Tennessee remains part of the party. Boston leaders reportedly plan to join the route with a group of local supporters.

New York Alared Walter Itanse Braves Ten Tore Boston Thax Mayers Phere Letiriw Suai

Thorpe Joins Giants in Martin Cage Return

Fragmented OCR notes report Thorpe joining the Giants at Martin with plans to play against the rival cage lineup. Mentions of McGraw, Nesters, and Alcoa reference unclear phases and potential future moves.

Ath Mapely Martin Watham Otter Thorpe Slot McGraw Phe Pat ALCOA Martin Toipa

Braves Toldowes and Veterans Dominate Local Meeting

News of Winston Matiotab Teiene and surrounding teams highlights veteran players and signings. The article recounts management changes, game plans, and upcoming matches toward Minn, with notes on players like Seton and Thediigs. It mentions promotions, reductions, and upcoming events shaping the team frame.

Braves

Bridgeport Public School Soccer League Sets First Round Draw

Executive committee meeting in Bridgeport approves first round pairings for the public school soccer league with Prospect vs Washington and Lincoln No 1 vs Yellow Mill park among others. Matches scheduled at Seaside Park and Black Rock with contingencies for ties and a parade of upcoming rounds through March.

Bridgeport Public School Board of Education Prospect Franklin Lincoln Fown Washington Welter Oneral Jefferson Wilson, Jr. Hae J. Ti. Ievans Joe Booth Tarvey CG. Went W.sutton Elias Howe Barnant Seaside Park Joe Jiooth Maplewood L. H. Isvans Jefferson Twain Black Rock Webster A. Stead

Myers Signs with Brooklyns Hi Myers Signs with Brooklyns

Brooklyn announces Harvey Myers has signed, after a versatile season with the Robins. He played in 66 games in the outfield and at first, second, and third base. Myers hit .268 with strong defense and may be moved to a permanent outfield role next season.

Brooklyn Maroh Charles Hisbbets The Robins Harvey Myers Harry Tim Duri Whick Secon Amivers

Lewis and Stone Bowl Here Today in Connecticut Duckpin

Connie Lewis of Bridgeport and Sherif Bon Stone of Waterbury lead a pair of top contenders in the Connecticut duckpin tournament at Park City Alleys tonight. Matches feature tensions with Lindsey vs Garber and Johnson vs Warper among others as bowling fans from across the state gather for a marquee early round.

Park City Connecticut Lindsey Connie Lewis Brideport Sherif Bon Stone Waterbury Henson Lewis Jag Algonquin New Bhae Yen Connie Hurley Johson Stone Fred Teltevr Jore T Lindsey Garber Tartford Congress Street Detroit Charley Johnson New Haven Warper Victerbury Francchini Joe Morte Lm City Roller Mort Lindsey Cincinnati

Locals Meet Stamford Home Card In Door Baseball Series

Stamford Home Card in door baseball teams First and Third companies meet Company HH of this city in a series of games. The first game will be played in Stamford tomorrow night and the following Saturday the Stamford Girardsmen visit Ridge Park for a second game. A third game, if needed, will be decided by a coin flip. Small admission charged. ladies admitted free.

Stamford Stamford iPmory Stateford Girardsmen Raridgepark

Sew Brupaen Teady and Local Basketball Meet

The event listing shows Sew Baidata lads facing Sew Brupaen Teady in a Saturday gym showdown at Urediwh school. Two favored teams, Sew Baidata and the Winters, are noted, with Wil Jing and Miheet named among players.

Eidgeport — Blieh al Invelkvet Urediwh School Tony Tielke Tina Ious Murplin Whitlen

SEW TRETGERS TRADER. Alfred A. Neenschaefer Named Captain

Alfred A. Neenschaefer of New wads earns captaincy for Rutweresketball team next year while also contributing on football and baseball. Several players receive varsity letters including Rohesoan, Breckley, Abour fry, and Tanabe, as Cubs prepare for the upcoming season under Richmond elu’s guidance.

Alfred A. Neenschaefer Newwads Nensehaeter Vera Rutgers Tosi Netsehaefer Rohesoan Breckley Abourfry Aliferta Welly Aid Tinrdoner Tanabe Witee Cubs Culo Athe the Cubs Toast Super de Richmond Elu Inbernetioredi Jonette

Industrial All Star Fives Face Night of intense basketball

Industrial Texas area previews a knockout style event at Colonid hall with two top teams the contest a winner take all clash. Local leagues and former challengers are noted as schedules firm up with a 8 30 start time and a late night dance following.

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