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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1918

Page

15

Elm City promoter cries foul over fight meddling

Promoter Reina of New Haven fumes after city officials allegedly interfered with his 15 round bout between Johnny Dundee and Willie Jackson. Disputes over referee selection, police stipulations, and last minute warnings followed, leaving Reina dissatisfied with official conduct and drawing questions about the league and local boxing governance.

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Timely Gossip of the Horses at Headville Fair

Cobamiius entries chose to stay Greers day at Headville August 28 Maul has 16 head at Stead ville Tracks drying out Speed sales at Combination Park Leadville week ahead Rostmoand 2:98 4 bred to San Francisco 2207 3-4 training a pulste girl Ky Gus Mae stable Les A. Batters secret Pourhiece Walter Cox news item

Dover Track Pupils and Grand Circuit News

Dover track pupils excel as 3-year-olds competition grows with Betty Hamlin and The Lincoln clocking 2 09 1 4 and 2 14 1 4. Grand Circuit trainers lease cas for the season while Rochester fair cards 12 800 purses. Oromo cited as top Grand Circuit pacing in 2 06 with $255 000 earnings. Readville trainer Dave Warman hones a San Francisco filly out of Silver Silver 2 08 1 4. Dr H A Souther buys Lis Dale for Harry W Inights. Ellis stands 16 2 hands.

Dave Warman W. J. Hunt Readville San Francisco

Amateur baseball season hooks city teams and players

The Red Sox organize for the coming season inviting local teams such as St. James Pioneers and Triangles and soliciting responses through Tutsy Diveruo. Names mentioned include Miller, Simonzo, and a secret signing by manager Di Benze. Savoy and Walton A. teams seek games as Manager Capallo signs Leonard, a former New York pitcher, to boost city title chances. Alfred Fao Manraux, now with Brooklyn, is drafted to Class 2A and faces potential call to training.

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Red Cross Soccer Game Cancelled On Good Friday

Owing to many city workers on ammunition duty, the Red Cross benefit soccer match between Bridgeport City and the Connecticut All Star team is postponed. Advance tickets remain valid for a rescheduled date as soon as possible.

Bridgeport Connecticut Redross Society Bridgeport City Fran Tomy Swords Rovers Lynn Hibernkins Lynn Suurs Geround Pans Giuse

Golf Season Preparations Amid Harsh Winter Conditions

Golfers brace for a delayed start as Old King Coal administrator Dr Garfield urged clubs to hibernate until April 1. Snow and frost disrupt turf, delaying restorations at Apawamis and other courses. Ju J Wessels named next Apawamis tournament chairman, succeeding Frank Presbrey who resigns to focus on law career.

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Pfeffer Reinstate Brings Dodgers Hopeful Boost

Jeff Pfeffer receives reinstatement from National Commission after a plea from Brooklyn Dodgers manager Wilbert Robinson. Pfeffer, back in camp at Whitington Park, aims to win more games than last season while overcoming prior lumbago and health issues.

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