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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1921
Page
5
The Bridgeport T MOH team defeated a fast New York XI by one point in a close game at Mei sin avenue hall yesterday. The equal contest saw a late rally by the locals and a tense finish as Konitz and Raglan attempted the deciding plays amid a hard fought period.
Manager Charles Rosenthal announces the Jocal F. At. HL five will face Waterbury Raceys next Sunday in a decisive city showdown. The match, a mix of one half under amateur rules and one half under professional rules, aims to crown state champions with a large crowd expected to attend.
Goldie Rapp lies seriously ill in a New Orleans hospital with influenza or pneumonia defying clear diagnosis. If the illness worsens the Giants must quickly replace him, with Frankie Frisch shifting to short and Monroe to second, while other options at utility are considered.
An advertisement touts a pay as you ride bicycle option at Bridgeport Cycle Company. Readers are told the ride costs fourteen cents a day and promises affordable access, comparing favorably with other payment plans.
Boston March 27 Stuffy McInnis first baseman for the Red Sox says he was served with a suit by H H Frazee president of the local American League club The action in contract seeks to justify why McInnis should not report for play during the southern training trip Fossee alleges McInnis signed a three year contract in 1913 with others and seeks appropriate compensation Frazee paid a bonus last November and McInnis says he is not concerned by the action and claims he believes he is owed consideration beyond the written terms
Cleveland aims to defend the world crown with the same veteran lineup that won in 1920. Tris Speaker reports strong pre season work as Walter Maila Jim Bagby Govey Coveleski George Uhle Ray Caldwell anchor a deep staff. Offense features Elmer Smith, Joe Evans, Charley Jameson and Ernest Deanes as a promising young outfield prospect.
InGalveston and other sites, teams including Nas and Cleveland Nations faced various opponents in spring exhibition games. Regional matchups featured Saint Louis Americ and Texas squads, with results showing early-season form and player development across multiple venues.
Sailor Volk declares fear to Patsy Bogash as he plans to meet Bogash in a major event presented by Bridgeport Athletic and Fanmase Ment company on April 4. The piece notes Volk’s past wins, his steady resolve, and the strong local interest as promoters gear up for a hard hitting bout lineup including Joy Hall against Battling Harris and Pan Buckley’s Montreal talent.
The final detachment of the New Raven Indians plus officers depart Bing for New York by boat en route to spring training in Macon. A large contingent including 27 players and about 50 hopefuls will travel, with many known prospects and veterans joining Weiss park workouts as the Dixie club eyes a record minor league season.
Ennis Oakes, a former baseball figure, will manage the Jackson team in the revived Mississippi State league. The move aims to revive local competition as teams push for early success, with Jackson aiming to build a competitive squad.
English sportsmen propose a 500000 purse to stage the Dempsey Carpentier world title bout in London the week of the English Derby at Epson Downs or nearby. W Percival announced the plan with Tex Rickard expected to run the arrangements from New York. Prices would range from 40 to 13 dollars for seats at the Olympia venue holding over 16000 fans.
Report on fishing technique notes for trout fishing including bait choices and times. Mentions worm use at dark, water conditions, and different approaches for brook and other trout. Provides general guidance and cautions without specific dates or places.
Paris March seven. The six day bicycle race here begins tomorrow at oclock with top European long distance riders vying for victory. Notable entrants include Spears, Breece, Bee, Berthet, Aerts, Spies seng, DeRuyter and Van Kempen. No American teams are entered.
A battered but detailed review notes the Cleveland Indians with Speaker and Gehrig style resolve, highlighting Moye, Caldwell, Morten, Gard ner, and Johnson as key contributors. It discusses a strengthened pitching staff, including Brock, and views last season’s lessons shaping a stronger 1921 campaign.
Fragmented report details Westfield basketball club seeking $1,000 in a disciplinary or contractual contest and mentions personnel such as Fred Lemire and Lois P. Buring. Fordham University baseball opens season against Virginia at Charlottesville with games against Georgetown and Catholic University, signaling a busy spring for the Maroon athletes.
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