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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1928

Page

22

Delaney to Meet Loughran for Light Heavy Title in June

Jack Delaney, returning to light heavyweight, will face Tommy Loughran in June for the division title. Tex Rickard said neither Delaney nor Loughran are strong enough to threaten Gene Tunney this year, though Loughran could be a future risk. Rickard noted a Loughran Delaney bout may be arranged as a series contender for 1939.

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Grasmere Wins In Fairfield Tournament Semi Final

Grasmere school defeats Holland Hill 18 to 14 in a Grammar school league semi final. Ludlowe High meets Pequot Southport winner Sherman in the other semi final. Final tied to be played at 4 pm in Fairfield High gym to determine the public schools champion. Grasmere’s Feher tops scoring for the team. Eeller led Holland Hill. Teams remaining: Grasmere Pequot Sherman. Eliminated: Nathan Hale Lincoln and Holland Hill. Tournament directed by Walter Hellman.

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Annual Junior Senior Tilt In Fairfield Today

Fairfield March 22 By Special Correspondent The annual basketball game between the seniors and juniors at Roger Ludlowe High School is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon after the close of school. Rivalry runs deep as strong teams are being groomed for the event. No eliminations from the line-up. Principal Harold A Swaffield will referee. The contest benefits the Junior prom Juma.

Fairfield Roger Ludlowe Harold A Swaffield Walter Hellman

Tigers and Reds in overtime encounter hockey match

The Boston Tigers and Providence Reds tied 1 1 in overtime in a Canadian American League game. The rough contest featured 19 penalties including a fight and multiple majors. Manning opened scoring for Boston in the second period and Gagnon equalized late in the third period.

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Golf Swing Rhythm Through the Whole Stroke

A coaching note from UMARLES AWASS stresses a smooth backswing into the downswing with a continuous rhythm. Start down gradually, gain speed to impact, use wrists at the ball, and follow through balanced and on line for consistent, controlled drives.

Golf swing posture and impact spot in Walnut Beach League

Instructional golf note stresses keeping the head still and eyes on the ball, selecting a precise impact spot on the ball rather than the top. It advises addressing with the clubface centered to ensure the head and body stay steady, avoid swaying, and swing through without rising or dropping the head.

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Match Game Fort Wayne Clinches Title With 28 to 11 Win

Associated Press reports Fort Wayne defeated Newark Celts 28 to 11 in game two of a three game series to decide the league championship. The Fort Wayne team dominated the Eastern Division champions as the series moves toward a final decisive game.

Fort Wayne Associated Press Newark Celts Nex Yak Lean Tamoiuw Mielit

Maroons Fall Before Pirates In Hockey Tilt

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Montreal Maroons 2 to 1 to seize undisputed third in the NHL American division. Pittsburgh moved to within one point of the Detroit Cougars, bolstering its bid for the lone remaining playoff berth. Waters starred in goal stopping numerous Montreal rushes.

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British Soccer London Marl 22 Third Division match

Southport defeated Exeter City 1 0 in a Third Division match as part of the English league program played in London. The report notes regulation fixtures for Great Britain with standings and results.

London Southport Port Exeter City

New York Commission May Take Action against Tunney

New York boxing officials threaten decisive steps against champion Gene Tunney after his refusal to heed a list of heavyweight challengers Sharkey Heeney and Rink. The commission recalls past obstacles to Tunney challenges as they weigh drastic action and possible sanctions.

New York Commission Gene Tunney New York Sharkey Heeney Rink Solons Tunney New Yorker Philadelphia Rickard Chicago

James Brothers Raced Under False Name in Horse Racing

The Evening Post reports James brothers used aliases Frank and Jesse Howard to race thoroughbreds at Cumberland Park Nashville and Memphis. Horsemen, police, and governors knew their identities, yet track authorities took no action, citing racing code concerns only turf offenses.

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Brass Club League Crane Club Game Report

Unclear notes describe a basketball style contest with reference to players and shots. Fragments mention a late scoring sequence, a lead change, and attempts to observe plays. No clear team names, scores, or definitive outcome are available in the readable text.

Two tied as runners reach Lupton Arizona

Lupton Ariz March 22 By Associated Press Seth Generics Denver runner and Ed Gardner Seattle negro tripped into Lupton together today to tie for first place in the 47 mile race from Navajo in the coast to coast marathon. Their time was 50 930. Wantinen New York was third and Peter Gavusel South unknown fourth on the elapred time Armine Sounane. Dr Wollstill leads the field having roved the 684 miles from Los Angeles in 18 46.

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