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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1958

Page

6

Globetrotters Take 2 Of Stars In Philadelphia Shootout

The Harlem Globetrotters opened their ninth tour with a 77-57 victory over the College All-Stars in Philadelphia after a 75-49 win in New York. Tex Harrison and Notre Dame’s John McCarthy led scorers with 26 each as Meadowlark Lemon provided comic flair and impact. The tour includes 18 games in 18 days ending April 6 in Boston before a European leg and Brussels World's Fair appearances.

New York Harlem Globetrotters Philadelphia Globetrotters Collegians Tex Harrison Meadowlark Herman Taylor Hershey Boston Trotters England Europe Africa Brussels U.S State Department Claretrotters All Stars Beencer Lamon Tattarone Ff G Wilson Rodeete Marrisong Halle

Holland Hill Wins Gray League Title in Thriller

Holland Hill captured the Gray League division crown by beating Dwight 24 to 11 in the second game of a three way playoff series Saturday at McKinley School gym. Lundberg and Moe led Holland Hill with seven points each, Mohrman of Dwight top scored with 11 points, two players shared scoring honors. Holland Hill advances to finals against Dwight after topping Lincoln 25 to 20 last Friday, with Lundberg scoring ten and Sept adding eight.

Holland Fairfield Gray Dwight McKinley School Lundberg Moe Holland Mitt Mohrman Holland Hill Davight Lincoln Sept

Umpires Exam Set By Bridgeport Softball Group

The Greater Bridgeport Softball Umpires Association will conduct an examination on April 15 at the Bridgeport YMCA. Applications and more information are available from secretary Joseph Foglia at EC 65996.

Greater Bridgeport

Hockey Results Sat Won Adragle Tragle

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Giants hammer Indians in spring exhibition rout

San Francisco blasted five home runs in a 12 to 3 rout of Cleveland as Orlando Cepeda drilled two long drives, Willie Kirkland, Ray Jablonski, and Bobby Thomson also connected. Vic Wertz fractured his ankle for Cleveland. Dick Brodowski took the loss for the Indians while Curt Barclay earned the win.

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Tuerling Teams to Drill for Sterling House League

The Sterling House Little League major and farm teams will practice Tuesday at 4 p.m. on the Nichols school trek. All members of dart year's teams and others who registered for tryouts are requested to report. Any not registered can do so Tuesday.

Sterling House Little Wil Nichols

All-Stars edge Chiefs in overtime thriller showdown

Richie Guerin steals late to tie game at 83 and Braun seals 91-88 OT win for Braun's All-Stars over Milford Chiefs in Brass Recreation Center exhibition. Braun nets 32, Guerin 26, Knight 26 for Chiefs, with key late baskets by Mieira and Vieira.

Tony Buydgos Braun Milford Chiefs Brass Recreation Center Richie Guerin Ball-Hawk Mieira Bridgeport Porky Sby Braun New York Knickerbockers Sharpened Guerin Ray Felix Dick McGuire Detroit Pistons Vieira McGuire NBA Bob Cousy Boston Celtics Bobby Knight Harlem Globetrotters Mitford Chiefs Knight Ron Harris Chiefs Gene Davins All Stars Harris Edo Joe Yasinski Sikorsky Flyers Nate Dennis Dan Dobas Flyers Brats Alla Motorm Frias Ore Vasil Olatham Tesnis Mrashatr Slugedhe Brevenskig Okatuske Sn Revedere A Merivig Bosavg Krockeing

Officials Elect Tom Corrigan Connecticut Basketball Board

Thomas Corrigan of Hartford was elected president of the Connecticut State Board of Approved Basketball Officials. He and secretary treasurer Richard Walker of New London will attend the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials meeting in New York City. Other officers named include Henry Roche of Orange as first vice president Norman Abell of New London as second vice president Donald J Lemme of Westport as third vice president and James E Coogan of New Haven as interpreter.

New Haven Thomas Corrigan Hartford Connecticut Corrigan Richard Walker New London International Assn New York City Henry Roche Orange Norman Abell Donald J. Lemme West Port James E. Coogan

José Edwin Secures Victory in Kingston Bout

In Kingston Jamaica last night JOSE Edwin defeated Alfredo Be Yaar in a ground bout, representing the Dominican Republic in a competitive match. The result crowned Edwin with a decisive finish as both fighters showcased grappling skills on the international stage.

Kingston Jamaica Jove Edwin Params Alfredo Be Yaar Dominican Republic

North End Cubs Drill Teams Schedule Practice Week

The Cubs of the North End Little League will practice each afternoon this week at 4 o clock on Shelton School field. Players up to 12 years old seeking a berth on the major and form teams should report immediately.

Cubs North End Shelton School Field

Church League Meets For YMCA Softball Wednesday

The YMCA Inter-Church softball league will meet Wednesday afternoon to discuss plan, schedule, and eligibility. Representatives from member churches will attend to confirm teams and rules and to assign umpires and locations.

YMCA

Canadiens Edge Red Wings In Overtime For 2-1 Win

Montreal secured a 2-1 sudden death victory over Detroit in overtime as Andre Pronovost skated the length of the ice to score the decisive goal. The win gives Montréal a 3-1 lead in the Stanley Cup semi finals with four chances to reach the finals.

Detroit Andre Pronovost Montreal Canadiens Detroit Red Wings Montreal Red Wings Roalie Jacques Plante Alex DelVecchio Pronovost Terry Sawchuk Canadiens Plante Forbes Kennedy Nick Mickoski Bob Bailey Bailey Dickie Moore Sawchuck Bonin Don Marshall

Celtics Rally Past Hawks in 136 112 Victory

The Celtics defeated the Hawks 136 to 112 to even the series. In Premier Division action at Glorieta Manor New York’s Hota Sports Club beat Bridgeport City Soccer 5 to 1 with Walter Schmid scoring four goals and Werner Bender the fifth. Bridgeport’s Jim Heffmen netted the lone reply. Bridgeport Reserves edged Hofa Reserves 1 0 in the prelim.

Hota Sports Club New York Bridgeport City Glorieta Manor Walter Schmid Werner Bender Bridgeport Hota Jim Heffmen Mike Wileson John

Holland Team Takes Clean Sweep In Men’s Pin League

The Holland team swept Black Rock 30-0 in the Fairfield County 570 Bowling league, but Danbury's win over Newfields kept them from gaining ground. Kingsway edged Fairfield Academy, and Subalpine beat AEC. In Boston, the Celtics set a playoff scoring record by routing the St. Louis Hawks 136-117 to even the series at one game each.

Holland Black Rock Fairfield County Danbury Newfields Kingsway Fairfeild Academy Subalpine AEC SFR DS Palacing Bnun Fares LD Boston Boston Celtics St. Louis Hawks Celtics Minneapolis Hawks St. Louis Cliff Hagan Hagan

Sterling teams to wrap season at Johnson Junior High

The Sterling House girls and Sterling Junior girls end their season Tuesday at Johnson Junior High gym. The Sterling girls face the Hornets at 9 15 p m after a preliminary matchup between the Junior girls and North End at 7 00 p m.

Sterling House Sterling Johnson Junior High Hornets North End

Tilton Pinners Set Record at Newfield

Tilton Pinners set a new team single record of 729 in a Victory bowling league match against Santo Construction at the Newfield alleys. Al Morales led with 179, Bob and Bill Tiskey posted 165 and 154, while Bill Seltenrich and Ray Craplick added 111 each, surpassing the previous mark of Tg by American Chain in a YMCA Industrial league.

Tilton Santo Construction Newfield YMCA al Morales Bob Bill Tiskey Bill Seltenrich Ray Craplick

Len Sutton wins 100 mile Grand National race at Trenton

Len Sutton of Portland Oregon captured the 100 mile U S Auto Club Grand National championship at Trenton New Jersey before about 15000 spectators. Sutton led from start to finish in a Central Excavating Special to post a time of 1 2 48 averaging 95 501 mph with 19 caution laps. Tony Bettenhausen finished second and Johnny Thompson third. Chuck Rodee crashed on the homestretch and was injured. Pat O Connor spun in his eighth lap while Peter Collins failed to capitalize.

Trenton N. J Len’ Sutten Portland Ore Sutton Tony Bettenhausen Tifley Park Ill Johnny ‘Thompson Bayertown Chuck Rodee Speedway Iind Pat O'Connor Vernon Ind Peter Collins England Sebring Fla Ferrari YMCA V. A. Mihailoff Robert Laitman

Calumet Tim Tam Aims For Louisville After Florida Derby Win

Calumet Farm with Tim Tam threatens Louisville May. Tim Tam, owned by Mrs. Gene Markey and trained by Jimmy Jones, won the Florida Derby at Gulfstream Park, boosting his earnings to 28,950. Tim Tam’s clocking was 1:49 1 5, third fastest in stakes races, as Jones voices cautious pride. Florida meet features Singing Tower Stakes and Fort Lauderdale Handicap. attendance and pari mutuel handle down modestly.

Calumet Farm Florida Louisville Gene Markey Lexington Jimmy Jones Ron Liege Tim Tam Seon Tom Feel Tom Foot Lea Gunifstream Park Lincoln Road Grey Monarch Beleau Chief Martina Bullah Sir Robby Sir Ruler Li'l Fella Whitley Day Court Yemen Calumet Gen. Duke Jones Mrs. Markey Gulfstream Fort Lauderdale

Recreation leagues organize season in Bridgeport meetings

The Bridgeport Recreation department holds meetings to organize local softball leagues for the 1958 season. Supervisor Andrew Cla yes invites representatives from all teams to attend sessions at 25 Main Street in the conference room with four start times for Twilight, Senior Recreation, Italian Community Center, Transportation, and Bridgeport Recreation leagues.

Bridgeport Recreation Department Main Street Andrew Clayes Bridgeport Recreation League

North End Little League plans opening day ceremonies

The North End Little League will meet Wednesday at Pom in the Golden Nugget, 2438 Main St, with Civitan club members in attendance. District Commissioner to report on the National Congress outcome. Opening day May 4 begins with communion and breakfast after a parade to the field. co chairs Charles Robinson and Bill Sievers, with Walt Lyddy running opening day events.

North End Little League Golden Nugget Main Street Civitan Club National Congress North End League Feld Charles Robinson Bill Sievers Walt Lyddy

Sadowy Girls Triumph in Newfield Bowling Circuit

Helen Turek rolled a 363 as the Sadowy Brothers Full team defeated Puritan Market 2-1 in the All Sponsored Girls Bowling league at Newfield Bowling Center. G DeLuca opened with 310 while Arctic Sports Shop swept Doyle and Martin. Dee’s Luncheonette beat Beardsley. Pharmacy and Tom Thumbson Servatory won three straight against Springwood ALA.

Helen Turek Sadowy

Ruth League to Meet at Bridgeport Police HQ

The Bridgeport PAL Babe Ruth League will meet Wednesday at 1:38 p.m. in the Youth Bureau at Police Headquarters. Commissioner Jeim Tete asks coaches and any other interested person to attend, 1957 edition.

Bridgeport Pal Police Jeim Tete

YMCA Chess Club Meets Tonight at 7:30

The YMCA Chess club will meet tonight at 7 30 o'clock in the Y building. New members are invited and enrollment is open.

Ymca Chess Club YMCA

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