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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1921

Page

8

Bridgeport High Defeats Hartford in Opening Day Victory

On May 4 in Hartford, Bridgeport High defeated Hartford 6 to 3 before a large crowd at Clarkin's field. Extra-base hitting and solid relief pitchers helped Bridgeport seize and hold a lead, with Loftus Kane Mc Alpine and Emerick delivering key hits as McCann's Men broke the tie and started the season with a win over New Haven. Hefty attendance exceeded 4,000 in a spirited opener for portable field sports.

THE Bridgeport Telegram McCann Hartford-Bridgeport High New Haven Hartford Bridgeport McCann Tribe Clarkin Lai Afattin Emerick Rodriguez Smith McLaughlin Kingdon Stauffer Bradshaw Penkinster Danim Harford Loftus Kane McAlpine Mardin Vai Pennington Tennington Brn Miter McDonald

Tigers Triumph Over Chicago White Sox in 11 8 Thriller

Detroit Americans seized control after Chicago opened with runs in the first inning and won 11 to 8 in Detroit. The Sox outhit the Tigers but Detroit capitalized with timely hits. Cobb made a diving stop on Talks double in the seventh and threw home to curb a run at the plate.

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Eastern League standings and tonight’s schedule

Eastern League notes show Bridgeport eight, Albany ten, Hartford eight, Waterbury five, Worcester seven, Springfield five, New Haven eight with Pittsfield. Tonight’s games include Bridgeport at Waterbury and Springfield at Worcester, Albany at Hartford. Results from yesterday list New York 3, Brooklyn 3, Boston 5, Philadelphia 2, Chicago 3, Cincinnati 1. rain interrupted several matches including Pittsburgh-St Louis and Brooklyn at New York.

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College Baseball Scores From Northeast Matches

In Massachusetts action at Gambridge Marvard defeated New Hampshire 4 to 0. Tufts beat Bates 8 to nothing in Medford. Pordham edged UNC 7 to 6 in New York. Yale beat Catholic U 2 to 1 in New Haven. Williams trimmed Wesleyan in Middletown. Dartmouth topped St. Lawrence 13 to 1 in Hanover. Holy Cross defeated Vermont 2 to 0 in Burlington. Bowdoin won 7 to 5 over Brown in Providence. Columbia downed Cornell 4 to 0 in New York.

Gambridge Mass Marvard New Hampshire College Medford Tufts Bates New York Pordham University of North Carolina New Haven Yale Catholic University Middletown tWilliams Wesleyan Hanover WN. H Dartmouth Boston University Burlington Holy Cross University of Vermont Providence R. T Bowdoin Brown Columbia Cornell

Harvard Racing Shells Are Sent to Princeton

Cambridge Mass May 4 The three shells Harvard will use in its race against Navy and Princeton on Lake Carnegie were sent today to Princeton. Three coaches and twenty eight men comprising the first and second varsity and freshman crews will depart tomorrow night. Coach Bill Haines said Tad Ohl would accompany the squad as a substitute. He has been stroke of the third crew.

Cambridge Mass Harvard Navy Priceton Lake Carnegie Princeton Bill Haines Tad Ohl

Outfielder Robertson Reinstated by Landis

Outfielder David Robertson of the Chicago National League club was reinstated today by Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis after suspension for refusing to join the club. Chicago club president William Veeck said Robertson would be given a chance to play and two weeks of spring training would be provided.

Chicagio David Robertson Chicago Taanris Barcbail Veeck Wobertson

Hilltoppers defeat New Haven at Pratt Field

Bridgeport Hilltoppers beat New Haven 13 to 9 at Pratt Field yesterday afternoon. Poor field conditions and a strong wind affected play as Gallagher led Bridgeport with two homers and multiple hits while Whelehan toed the mound for New Haven.

Bridgeport Wiech Senant New Haven Pratt Feld Lowal Gallagher Hilltoppers Whelehan Whiff Hilfor Silverman Bridgepail Shea Maher Whelan Gallander New Heaven Seaside Park Wilby High Waterbury Giamond Seasids Park

New Haven Indians Cup Game Triumphs Over Pittsfield

New Haven defeated Pittsfield by 2 to 3 in a pitcher heavy game. Howard Ursekl joined from the New York Giants and played third base contributing key stops and a single. Pittsfield featured double plays, while New Haven’s Stimpson Woodward and Burkett led their offense with multiple hits as Gardella and Bates made decisive plays.

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Fownes Leads Invading U S Golf Team Opponent Worthy

Charles Crick Evans profiles W. C. Pownes captain of the invading United States golf team. A popular, capable figure with a storied record including the 1910 national amateur title, he is described as a formidable adversary to British players. The piece notes his tact, judgment, endurance, and strategic approach to course play as he prepares for Hoylake and overseas duty.

Fownes United States Charles Crick Chick Evans Livi OSS Cantom Shin W. cl. Pownes Treining Andy Tsay Nance Hoylake Rosin Robert Faraner Gardner Pownes Mr. Townes

Derby Enthusiasts Gather as Kentucky Derby Nears

In Louisville crowds of turf fans and notable figures converge for the Kentucky Derby. Attendees include prominent officials and owners from Chicago and New York, with preparatory events underway and race favorites Fly Parton and Yok tied in speculation as boats and trains bring guests to the Ohio River hub.

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Banner year for harness racing predicted at New York meet

Predictions of a banner year for harness racing dominated the opening of the spring meeting of the national harness association in New York. The board reviewed reinstatement requests and proposed lane year adjustments while noting suspended accounts from last year. Key speakers cited rising stakes and stronger racing relations, with several names and places mentioned among the featured items and discussions.

N. Y Wivike Sodas Gehan Augusta Wise Isin Th. Flaming Mille Massachusetts George M. Cotbath Presque Charles Fennely Vancouver Dred Leonards

Strady Steadman Set for 10-Round Norwich Return

Strady Steadman, once Norwich’s fan favorite, headlines a 10-round main bout against Mike Morley, Hartford welterweight, with Pete Auguss facing Anny Murphy in the semi at Norwich next Tuesday. Steadman denies excuses for his past defeat and seeks another shot at his rival.

Mike Marley Hartford Staadmain Ann Bridge Steadman Norwich Anny Murphy

Albany Defeats Waterbury in Easy Win

Albany won 19 to 0 over Waterbury in two innings as Leary starred with strong hitting. The game featured a dominant early offense by Albany and a sharp pitching performance.

Albany Rawley WatErbury Today Leary

Phillies Fall to Braves as Boeckel Drives In Two

In a May 4 game Boston defeated Philadelphia 5 to 2. Boeckel drove in two runs and scored a run, while Cruise contributed strong defense. Meadows pitched effectively in relief, and Gowdy and Fillingim saw action for the pitchers. Stengel and Neale had notable hits for Philadelphia, with Southworth and Cruise adding offense for Boston.

Boston Meadows Tecay Philadelphia Boeckel Cruise Po Neale Rawlings Williams Meusel Wrightstone R. Miller J. Miller Ooor Imeenan Stengel Southworth Gowady Keenyn i Hoke Neale Miller Bate His Keuran Birby Gowdy Gimt Hart Cormick

Local banker wins at Pinehurst golf tourney

In Pinehurst on March 4 a field of Ameri cae Rec association members competed in the qualifying round of a ship match golf event. Samuel Blawley, treasurer of Bridgeport Savings Bank, won the qualifying meet with a 43 44 score before withdrawing to pursue further rounds. Notable qualifiers included Harcy M. Luby, Nathan Adams of Dallas, and several others across Birmingham Calif and Texas, with standings pending full completion.

Pinwhirst Americae Rec Minshuest Samuel Blawley Bridgeport

Giants End Brooklyn’s Winning Streak In Damp Ball Game

New York Giants break Brooklyn club’s long winning run with spirited eighth inning play. Reisman pitched well with solid support as Cincinnati? stalwart errors helped the Giants rally. Gaston and Gaten contributed multiple hits, Burns scored, and Ruether added a thirteenth hit as New York won their first game against Brooklyn this year.

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No Sunday Tennis Bans At Harvard Cawdridge

Harvard Athletia committee announces prohibition of Sunday tennis at Harvard and Cawdridge, citing worship restrictions. The measure affects Jarvis and vicinity courts and aims to reshuffle tennis squad management per student council action. A Yale match and junior/freshman substitutions noted amid campus sports adjustments.

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Americans Invited to Polo Tour in London Event

May 4 report notes American polo players in England for an international polo cup. Indian Polo Association reportedly intends to invite them to visit the East before returning to the United States, though no formal invitation has been issued and acceptance seems doubtful due to distance and trip demands.

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