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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1923
Page
30
A long, fragmented report on a cricket match or golf event from 1923 with many garbled phrases. It mentions players, teams, and terms like "George Sparing" and "World," discussing swings, nerves, and performance. The piece references overs, costs, and a rough game flow with remarks on skill and tempo.
Moran delivers for Stamford, spinning through the lineup in a dominant performance. The event showcases strong play from key figures, with Stamford securing the combined effort and momentum for upcoming matchups.
MISSOULA MONT May 20 Three ministers from the Montana Methodist Episcopal church will attend the boxing match between Jack Dempsey world champion and Taft Pan at The Nick July 4 to observe the event and report on church policy The ministers expect the controversy over boxing in Montana to shape their decisions and have not yet stated a formal position or action.
Bridgeport High schedules two games this week as Coach Telly aims to keep momentum from five straight wins. Danbury Hish, New Haven Commercial, and Hartford are targets for tune up on Tuesday at New eld Park, Wednesday at Whm City, and Saturday on the road. Sam Moff was on the mound, fanning 12 and allowing seven hits as the Red and Black defeated Wilby.
Three church league basketball games are scheduled for tonight as the circuit enters its midweek stage. Parker at Washington Park will feature the leading twirler in a series of exhibitions, with Congregationalists clashing Presbyterians and Uniteds meeting Stratford. Early reports hint at lively contention and standout performances amid the overall strong play described by local fans.
Seven amateur boxing champions from Connecticut travel to State Street Casino for a night of bouts led by Captain Baum. One Park City native, Joe Smith, meets Joe Hemon of Bridgeport in welterweight action. Matches include Esposito vs McKeon, Rodney vs Lozinack, Monguese vs Keeley, Smith vs Clarence Smith, and Gility vs Sullivan with hours starting at 6. Doors open at 7 and Lou Bogesh is likely referee.
The Rond of Recreation City Bases Teague will meet Thursday night in the Welfare building to adjust the opening schedule. The league will span fifteen weeks with three rounds and six teams: Lenox, Lockwoods, Park Citys, Sokn Hosebuds, South Kinds, White.
Bridgeport Trade School aims to rebound after a defeat by Danbury High as West Haven High visits. Coach Armykus plans a revised lineup, with Leslie Whelan Hines Penski and Timony in the batting order and Gouch expected to pitch.
A dense, fragmented verse tapestry speaks of woodland calls, shadow journeys, and dreamlike landscapes. Patched names and places emerge amid surreal imagery, hinting at memory, longing, and a surreal stream of consciousness.
Albany notes May 20 Hartford defeats Albany 4 to 1 before largest crowd of the season. Swaney held Albany to two singles until the ninth inning when three singles produced their only run. Hartford's Conway belted the first pitch over right field for a three run homer, his second over the fence in four years. The score: Hartford 4 Albany 1.
Secretary Joe Brorbank has arranged fourteen weeks of play for the Factory Leaguers starting May 19, 1923, at Seaside Park. The schedule lists Harvey Hubbell, Holmes & Jidwards, Bullards, Amer Tube, Locomobile, Burns & Fass, Graphophone, Rem. Arms, and Edwards in a series of head‑to‑head matches with dates through late July, highlighting Harvey Hubbell and Locomobile as prominent teams.
At Rye New York on May 20 Vincent Richards and Francis T Hunter won the national indoor doubles title at the Westchester Biltmore club by defeating Samuel Hardy and Howard Voshell 6 3 3 6 4 The match featured stubborn defense as Hardy and Voshell fought back to 4 5 in the final set before surrendering.
Waterbury defeats Pittsfield 18 to 7 in a high scoring game after ten innings. Long of Waterbury delivered key hits including a homer that sparked the rally and drove in runs as the locals surged late. Pittsfield led early but Waterbury pulled away with strong offense and errors by the visitors.
The Lenox Cubs edged Independents as the ninth inning rally turned the game. Pitching standout Piard Sail hurled for the Cubs while Tn and Prancele contributed for the Independents in a tense finish.
Lurid report recounts the Wethered-Ouimet clash at St Andrews as perhaps the greatest ever, with praise for the players and discussion of pace, style, and the crowd. Observers emphasize the match as a landmark in golf history at the famed Scottish course.
The Bridgenart High School Sophomores won their second interclass contest, defeating the Juniors 14 19 5 at Seaside Park Saturday. They recently beat the Seniors and will face the Freshmen and upcoming opponents this week ahead of the May 28 game versus Ling. Practice is set for Tuesday at Yellow Mint Park.
Fairfield edged Bethel and Watturteley in a Franklin County track meet. Fairfield’s Winks and Henderberg led scorers with multiple first places, while Countess Tield and Wie led field events. Strong performances from Reine Steimne Isise and Wivkoernann filled the runner up spots as the meet concluded.
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