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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1918
Page
16
A World War II era note from Sir Harry Sharpe. a boxing tourney between Yankee and British soldiers held behind firing lines near the front. Referee Captain Brown and judge Lieuts Clark and Wiggon oversaw four bouts with Sol Driscoll as regiment champion supervisor.
A World War I letter from trenches describes boxing bouts between soldiers from the United States and Britain in France. It notes strong sportsmanship, mutual friendship, and cheers from spectators as Yank and British fighters alternated wins and draws, with battles interwoven with reports of regular trench life and a baseball game between Yankee and Canadian troops.
In a boxing card setback, the American fighter secured a knockout in the second bout. The third match featured a finish by Stivertas, while the page text includes garbled OCR remnants and partial phrases about ring action and penalties.
Dumb Dan Morgan is highlighted as Uncle Sammy’s best booster, promoting patriotism and subscribing to Liberty bonds. He has mentored top boxers like Yale I Knockout Brown, shaping near champions who drew crowds, though Brown later declined to be controlled.
The article chronicles Battling Levinsky rising from Philadelphia circles to become United States light heavyweight champion under Morgan's guidance. It notes victories over top middleweights and light heavies, with Britton praised as a prime formidable rival and Levinsky’s growth through tough bouts and loyal support.
Danny Morgan Vie geemeed foowe pole, that nf he for Vnele Sammy. Morgen Westies being a Javer of boxing is azn follower of the horse rate expert and owns a good horse. He wields influence in boxing youth circles and pushes athletes toward claimed glory.
New Haven bowler Joe Forio defeated Dewey 7 to 2 in the State duckpin individual championship at the Arcade. Porto led early and forged ahead with several strong shots, finishing with an average of 103 2 11 to Dewey's 95 1 11. Dewey kept close in spots, but Porto won the first, second, and third games and clinched the match with a late surge as Dewey amassed a few high-scoring strings.
Harry Greb, Pittsburgh boxing star, is set to meet George Chip for the fifth time when they clash at the Casino this April. The bout promises a high-stakes rematch with Greb seeking another victory over Chip.
Clark Griffith expects the Senators to vie strongly in the 1918 American League pennant race. Cardinals list Benton as a promising young catcher likely to win a regular berth. Joe Sugden is vacationing at the Cardinals camp. A Springfield scribe notes many players may shift clubs as teams prepare for spring trainings and upcoming franchise moves.
Charley Pitts the Australian lightweight is drafted and will leave Bridgeport for Camp Devens at 7:51 AM aboard the 7:61 train. The 23 year old, who has fought 113 bouts including 21 20 rounders, aims to continue boxing at Devens and assist trainer Battling Levinsky.
The annual road race under the Swedish Athletic organization will be held tomorrow from the Jirewsier airoet to the broad bridge, starting sharp at 2 oclock. Competitors include Sundwall Rylander and Md Carlson among those slated to drive.
At a local baseball meeting the Walnuts club reports 88 members have joined the war effort or trained abroad. Practice begins for last year’s team and new candidates join Sol Mooney as manager of the YMHA squad aiming to field a first class nine for the 1918 season.
Bridgeport's Blue Ribbons defeated Norwalk 24 to 23 in overtime at the Armory. Swenson scored the overtime basket after a tense rally as refereeing by Tom Sharp drew protests. final tally 24-23 with early 22-22 after regulation.
Arrangements are nearly complete for a big series between the Connecticut State League champions and the Penn State champions. Bridgeport hosts look promising for a championship series as large crowds are expected. The Vic tors of Bridgeport and United Workers of New Haven renew their amateur rivalry at the Bridgeport Boys Club in a week. The Rectors and Victors practice daily for the event. The Rectors face the Y M C A in another 2 game local junker series with one game at the Boys Club and another at the Y M C A. The third venue will be decided by a coin toss. Financially the Victors had a disastrous season despite strong fan interest. Four Victors are on the Industrial League all star team. Before season end the Y M H A hopes to arrange a game with the foki E team that beat them 28 to 26 earlier.
Boston terms rejected by Dick Rudolph. Albert Mamanix arm issue welcomed as optimistic. Ernie Krueger to push Otto Miller behind the plate for Boston. Miller Huggins upbeat over Yankees. Rube Marquad seeks Giants clash at Polo Grounds in three weeks. Six Phillies still hold out. Pat Moran stalls Phillies lineup. Baker insists on his plan. Dennis Mack trains Athletica in Jacksonville seeking three pitchers. Joe Dugan under scrutiny as potential Jack Barry in Quaker views. Tyitz Miasel to cover third for Browns. Kieller Jones praises Urban Shocker as top Brown pitcher. Griffith eyes Pratt and Bodle. Washingtons seen as danger. Wrod Mitchell confident on final infield. First and third bases remain uncertain.
Preparations are complete for a re played American Cup third round game at Bayonne N J between Babcock and Bridgeport City. Kessan returns in goal for Babcock while Santeson leads Bridgeport City with Hardy outside left and McDevitt at halfback. A large crowd was expected and a full report will appear in The Telegram Monday.
The docket lists semi finals and fourth round ties in several cups with teams like Joliet A C Bethlehem Lynn Hibernians and Bridgeport City. It notes Santesen captain of Bridgeport Swedish marrying locally and honeymooning in Erie Pa then helping Bridgeport City against Babcocks as his wife acts as mascot.
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