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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1922

Page

13

Paddy O Connor and Gilbert groom Eastern League pennant

Paddy O Connor and Billy Gilbert groom teams for Eastern League pennant as Albany and Waterbury seek first division glory. The article notes major league holdouts, signings from the South, and Weiss and Bender’s moves shaping the Elm City and New Haven rosters for a competitive 1922 season.

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Bridgeport High Invited to New York Interscholastic Track Meet

Bridgeport High joins ten New York area prep schools in the twenty third annual Interscholastic track and field meet to be staged at Ohio Field on April 2. Schools from Greater New York and surrounding states were invited, with last year’s meet drawing 596 participants. Events include sprints, distance runs, jumps, relays, and throws, with prizes for top performances.

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Abner Doubleday and the American origin of baseball

A historical account traces baseball’s claimed American origin to Abner Doubleday of West Point, noting a 1838 Cooperstown scheme and a Spalding commission conclusion in 1907 that baseball originated in the United States. It lists early rules, equipment, and milestones from 1843 through 1918, including knickerbocker club, pitching distances, strikes, balls, and the abolition of the spitball.

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Ebbetts says Dodgers top Brooklyn squads in forty years

Jacksonville March 22 Bert Ebbetts owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers says the present team is the best Brooklyn has had in forty years. Manager Robinson scout Sutton and Nap Rucker share optimism as spring workouts begin for 1923, with plans to carry 25 players including eight pitchers seven outfielders and three catchers amid improved defense and depth over 1920 pennant years.

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Greb Describes Gibbons Punches In Bout

Harry Greb recalls the Gibbons fight noting Gibbons landed only three clean blows in ten rounds two to the body and one to the jaw. Greb credits footwork and resolve for avoiding decisive punishment and keeping control while acknowledging Gibbons’ power and hard slogs.

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Crescent Tossers Edge Post Juniors in Tight Victory

Crescent Tossers defeated Post Juniors in a close game as both teams showed offensive pressure and strong defense. Key players delivered steady scoring while teammates contributed on both ends, highlighting a competitive midseason matchup.

Psychology in Athletics to be Tested at Illinois

Dr. Coleman Griffith, University of Illinois psychology head, leads a program on sports psychology across football, basketball, and track. Aims include testing players with the Vernier rubonoscope to gauge mental and physical speed, selecting the 122 conference football team, and integrating psychological data into coaching practice for morale, attention, emotion, and performance.

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Tech track team to face Harvard in spring meet

The Bay State Tech track team readies a spring dual against Harvard, with coach presiding over a cautious buildup. Officials and former captains discuss prospects as the indoor season shifts to outdoor competition, highlighting early aims and key matchups.

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Mundy Ruel To Sign With Red Sox Report

Muddy Ruel, catcher for the Red Sox, notified president Terry Frazee he would sign a contract. Ruel would accept a salary offer of about $1,000 over last year's pay. Frazee and Ruel discussed terms in Garnahed, with the club holding firm on negotiations and the potential for a new deal.

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Freddie Welsh Plans Abroad and Future Boxing Return

Freddie Welsh intends to stay in America and pursue new work while considering future bouts. He spoke of possible matchups in Philadelphia and England, including a pending fight with Archie Walker in April, and outlined plans for summer activity and continued training to remain fit for top welterweight competition.

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Yankees 10 Start Season With 23 Players On Roster

New Orleans March 23 The Yankees plan to open with 23 players named by Miller Huggins as the roster core. Carl Mays Hoyt Jones Bush Shawkey O’Doul Murray Pipps Ward Scott Baker McMillan Mitchell Roth Meusel Skinner Haines among others remain in contention. Several rookies, including Murray Jolley McMillan and Haines, show promise while Killinger Gilmore Wilson Quin and Culp are fights for spots among pitchers outfielders and infielders. Huggins aims to trim the group toward opening season.

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Flying Cop Bob McAllister Aims for 100 Yard Record

New York police officer Bob McAllister, known as the Flying Cop, trains for outdoor sprint success after rapid indoor marks. He credits training under Copeland and Al Cope land, recalls early races, and notes plans to target the 100 yard and potentially the 160 yard records while balancing police work and athletics with New York A. C. affiliation. McAllister, a plain clothes detective, served in the war and speaks of future outdoor chances against Charley Paddock.

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Milford tourney action as Stephens shines

In Milford the town championship bowling tourney resumed at the Palace. Bill Stephens posted strong form with 124 pinfall and 93 average as Howland's team fell behind. Highlights included Walt Ellison Trevianco and high scores, with Milford taking three straight in a contested match against Howland’s Bridgeport.

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No Baseball Team at Washington and Jefferson College

Washington and Jefferson College appears to have no varsity baseball team for the coming season. Athletic Council discussions suggest abolishing varsity representation, amid student requests for teams. Decisions hinge on a meeting with graduate and active council members.

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