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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1922

Page

13

Two Star League Bowling Matches Tonight

Two Star League bowling games scheduled for this evening feature Lew is and Devas meeting Anderson and Foote at Park City alleys at 7 o clock. Remington alleys host Anderson and Foote against O Connor and Ryne with standings listed for the week.

Lewis and Devas Anderson Foote Park City Oelock Remington O'Connor Ryne Wu P Cs Carman B McCarthy Sapiitag Deweys Lewist Fodo Harper-Teller Kelly Musa Bridgepore Organ & Foote Dewsy Tawis Bridgepor Remington Club Andersing Foote Ryne Hartford Gasino Harper & Taller Cursmant Mec-Carthy Morigen Gasing Aleye Spalding & White Conner &Ray Fridgeport Nutmex aAlleys Barthelemy & Burng Kelly & Marsanto Hartford

Wallach Praises Baird in Featherweight Bout Hype

Sam Wallach writes from Bridgeport Connecticut on May 20 1922 praising Earl Baird as a top featherweight fighter. He notes Bairds thrilling bouts against Frankie Warren and Johnny Ray of Pittsburgh and predicts his aggressive style and impact on the show.

Sam Wallach Gidgeport Telegram Earl Baird Kid Kaplan Bridgeport Conn Baird Jon Rood West Baird Frankie Warren Johnny Ray Pittsburgh Baird Hee Kastanig

Norwalk Nine Defeats Greens Farms in Low-Scoring Tilt

Norwalk nine edged Greens Farms 7 to 5 at Westport on May 21. Arthur Gray pitched well after a rough start, while Art Weedmar turned in a standout double play. Norwalk’s offense produced four hits in four at bats to back the win as Gritzmaucher, Buffy, Koskos, McGinnis and Cosltr contributed later scoring and infield work pleased the crowd.

Westport Speci Greens Farms Norentz AC Arthur Graymaicher Heing, Control Bey Man Norwalks Doo Igo Art Weedmar Norwalk A.C Ton de Gritzmaucher Buffy Koskoskar McGinnis Cosltr

Norwalk Gun Club Tops Norwalk Tourney Scores

Norwalk won the team shoot with 473 of 900 possible. New Haven 446, Hartford 485, Bridgeport 451 trail. Individual high was F. A. Siebert of the New York Athletic Club with 249 and a top long run of 726. Doubles winner PF Von Beeckran of the New York Athletic Club with 0.

Norwalk Tim Lrapsheaters Carlon New Haven Hartford Bridgeport F. A. Siebert New York ‘Athletic Club Pf, von Beeckran New York Clup Alcus

Manager McCann to Trade Dick Bishop and Swingler

Manager McCann signals trades involving Dick Bishop and Swingler. He aims to release players and simplify the outfield. Swingler and another player from Newark are discussed in exchange for Moore and Vines, with Bernie Starr providing backup in the outfield.

McCann Dick Bishop Swingler Manger Genn Hons Uanop Holt Hop Brook Swink Bob Vines Newark Mudio Moors Bernie Starr

Local Riflemen Lose to New Haven in Close Match

A three club rifle match at Quinnipiac Rifle Club New Haven saw Bridgeport and Remington of Bridgeport clash with Quinnipiac. New Haven won by a narrow five point margin. first prize was 100 dollars in gold and second prize went to the Erindleport club. Remington received minor prizes and each member a portion of ammunition. Scores list Quinnipiac 789 200 199 189 197. Bridgeport 196 189 127 193 290. Remington 194 199 197 199 200.

Quinnipac Rifle Club New Haven Bridgeport Rifle Club Remington Rifle Club Quinnipiac Club New Haven Boys Emiall Ington Kidzepar Algoin Wig Eridwepory Club Bach Remington Club Quinniptius Witte Club Gneeman Brouler Sage Oessing Igo Hassall Apd Bridgepor Biffy Club Sorong E. Naramore W. Narwmore Smith Donana Sky Total Gully Woods Uta van Funburgh

Brooksides Defeat Black Rocks 3-2 In Close Game

The Brooksides edged the Black Rocks 3 to 2 in a tight contest yesterday. Joe Wells pitched strongly, keeping the Rocks scoreless until the eighth inning. The Brooksides invite semi pro teams statewide and were ignited by manager Perry Gasbo after Stratford 44, between 7 and 9.

Brooksides Black Rock Mane Joe Wells Perry Gasbo Stratford Brooksides Hobo Ahlo Wels and Meerbach

Berkshires Defeat Trans 9 to 3 in Afternoon Game

The Berkshires beat Trans 9 to 3 at Sonsids Park yesterday. Lintack and Galteny led the offense with strong hitting while Cantain Tom and Cantain Tom pitched well for the Berkshires, supporting a steady late rally to secure the win.

Cantain Tom Sonsids Park Dupe Phivie Sharlon Berkshires

Hubbells Tie With Electric Juniors In Nine Innings

Electric Juniors and Hubbells battled to a 4 to 4 tie in a nine inning game at Reasida Park. Roy and Coneen led the Electric offense as Hubbell matched with early leads and strong pitching from both sides. The match featured four hits by each side and solid defense throughout the tense nine inning draw.

Tarvey Muchaell Roya Thine Conneeen Electric Juniors Reasida Park Bate Lia Hubbell Wits Allowine Cw Mils

Criterions Beat Hornets In South Matchup

The undefeated Criterions of the South edged the Hornets at Seasidg party. Sank pitched for the victors, allowing few hits as Threshia and Owens produced offense. City youth league final set for Saturday or next day, with 19th challenge in 14 year old division.

Hireak Seasidg Tivriar Aliewing Il Threshia Owens Belt

Acorns Lose at New Britain in Tough Rivalry

The Acorns fell to Danbury K. in New Britain with a close score of 3 to 2. Graft and Wath contributed offensively as the team faced the tough matchup yesterday.

Tdanbury K. Og New Britain

Fate and Fighters Clash in International Boxing Talk

A historical column discusses potential clashes among boxing greats like Tunney, Greb, Carpentier, and Dempsey as global matchups loom. It weighs Europe's top contenders, British interest, and the prospects of a Carpentier vs Greb or Tunney bout shaping a legendary heavyweight era.

Asa Rile Pht Jone Greb Carpentier Ted Lewin Bombardier Wells Wells Beckett Cook Lewis Dempsey London Georges

Rex Beach Urges Outdoors as Ideal Vacation Spot

Rex Beach champions outdoor life as the best use of vacation time. He says restfulness comes from long open air stays, noting the value of combining work with travel and the freedom to leave unfinished business behind. Beach emphasizes living outdoors to renew vitality and perspective.

Rex Beach Tina Rick Casa L Corgee Beach Ameer Jam Rex Bellen Siciash America Shu Huang Bays Beach

Gene Tunney Prepares for Greb Bout at Garden Tomorrow

Gene Tunney trains intensively at Madison Square Garden ahead of the planned title clash with Harry Greb. The article details Tunney’s shift from his usual style, working with multiple sparring partners to sharpen angles, endurance, and defense for the anticipated slugfest.

Gene Tunney Harry Greb Garden

Lenglen Defeats Miss Ryan In International Final

Suzanne Lenglen wins the international hardcourt tennis title by beating Miss Elizabeth Ryan in straight sets. French player Coco? wins men’s singles, with Cochet defeating Conny De Caimi in four sets. Lenglen and Ryan take the women's doubles 6-0 6-4, while other doubles results include Cochet/Borotra and Dupont teams with varied scores.

Brussels Rby Assonined Press Surman Lenglen Voung Mile Lengion Misa Ryan

Crashos Lose to Ansonia Nine 2-4

Crasha suffers a 2 to 4 defeat as Ansonia’s nine edges them 4 to 2. Buswell fans 12, Nelson matches with 12 strikeouts but curbs a couple wild pitches. Ansonia pitchers allow 9 hits while Crasha yield 9 hits in a brisk game.

Crashos Ansonia Nine Brrpord Briswell Ansonia A. C Craghos Buswell Nelson Lscare Ldown Jonty Crasha Ansonix Nelson Sad Rowe Pusywell Fiogan

Danbury Track Meet Opens With Local Athletes

Local athletes enter the Danbury track meet hosted by the Pequot Athletic Association at Banbury Pair Grounds. The event features handicappers and includes events like 100 yard dash, 220 yard dash, 1 mile run, relay races, pole vault, shot put, broad jump, hammer throw, and more forgrammar and high schools.

Mary Jomentranms Pequot Athetic Association Banbury Armateur Athletic Associ Tyroays Danbury

Booth and Bayliss "9" Wins at Seaside Park

Booth and Bayliss boys defeated the Laries 12 to 6 in the TB and B opener at Seaside Park. The business school lineup included Archer, Taylor, Barker, Warso, Dunn, Disrio, Freehiring, and others, in a triumphant start to the season.

Booth Bayliss School Seaside Park Business Archer Ie Taylor Barker Warso Dunn Disrio Freehiring

Bridgeport High Tracksters to Stage Two Dual Meets

Bridgeport High tracksters will stage two dual meets at Seaside Park next month. The Red and Black lead with 19 points as top performers excel in sprints and distances amid strong competition from Choate, Lawrenceville, and Hotenet. Skane of the Red and Black faced controversy in the mile, but many athletes delivered notable times despite windy conditions for the 100 and 220 yard events.

Bridgeport Seaside Park Bridgeport Aish Anérhe Yale Lérsthélastics Anishee Tillis School Choate Lawrenceville Hotenet Ray Whales Tha Lyon Terrace Ke Iedithe Yma Pearly Captain Nichesen Captain Mal Hunter Billy Hunter Sal Skane Betts Iwack Skyne Hunter Whnasrat Ryder Spur Fitapatcix Bridgenort Hartsford Crosby Wallingford New Britain Hardware Anderson

Bridgeport High Faces Busy Week at Seasider Park

Bridgeport High baseball schedules four games this week at Seaside Park starting with New Haven Academic High. The lineup features Jupe Plavis and pitching by Gallagher and Tavery. Rival teams include Crosby High of Waterbury Wilby High and a Friday meeting with Wilby, plus a fresh senior slate and a variety of pitchers to be used as needed.

Bridgeport” High Jupe Plavivs Tilton Wnday New Haven Academic High Seasiderpart Zim City Bilthouse Hunters Hunt Crosby High Waterbury Seaside Park Crosby Nnl Botton Cooney Sacholars Wilby High Brass Cilernn Colene Sanside Peck New Yorke Hillop Gallagher Tavery

Danbury Kaceres Rally Beats Rosebuds In Bridgeport

In Bridgeport on May 21 the Danbury Kaceys edged the Rosebuds by capitalizing on errors by Seltzer and Belt. Danbury’s battery of Bakes and O Connell held off Bridgeport’s Ostrowski and Tura as TeLacoro TeLacoro contributed for the Rosebuds in a tight ballgame.

Danbury Danbury K Seltzer Rosebuds Bridgeport Park City Park City Battery Bakes O'Connell Ostrowski Tura Danbury Eson Hnazot Rosebuds TeLacoro

Gibson Offers Big Purse for Jerome Buff Fight

May 11 WAW York report that Billy Gibson manager of Frankie Jerome has set a clear plan to pit Jerome against Johnny Buff for the title. He previously offered $7,000 as an inducement to Buff to box Jerome, aligning with a season schedule for Benn Leonard's bouts.

Gibson Jerome-Buff WAW York Benn Leonard Bily Gibson Frankie Jerome Johnny Jerome Gibsons Buff

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