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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1922

Page

7

Bridgeport High Wins Danbury Track Meet in Danbury

Bridgeport High took top honors in the Danbury K of C track meet High School division led by Ray Whalen and Captain Nicholson. Bob McAlister and H B Tompkins starred for St Mary's Stamford and the Fidelity council of New York dominated the Knights division in a meet that saw Bridgeport win most events and set strong showings across several sprint and distance races.

Bridgeport High Danbury Red Waterbury Stamford St. Mary's Bob Mralister New York Flying Cap Solet Arsa H. BR. Tompkins St. Mary's A. C Bob McAlister A. A.U Whilty Nicholson Ray Whalen Kramer Nicholson Bridgeport Winlen Rey Ahalea Elent Roners Whelen Nishelgon Carley Midev Sear Doher Whalen Scraten Cariey Whelan Star Otto Saur Charlie Ryder George Lee Matty Shane Hilltoppers St. Mary's Star St. Mary A. C A. Ay Au H. R. Tompkins Tom Rector Lock City Tompkins Rector Way F.delity Vonnel Knights of Columbus Kaishis Columbus Viva Salve Regina Council of Bronx Council of York Barley Hulth Fidelity Council Mallon Salve Regina Ries School State School of Dasaury Nucholson Bridgepor Waterousy Saur Hee Ryder Skane Umattaeiad A R. Thankins Cy Bramcorey Vei St. Mary's A Donag Forgira Laur Ceum Thomas Mader A. C Avon Igh Aschoole Grammar School Rice School New State School St. Peter's School J Knights of Columbus Figeliy Council Salve Reging Council Ew York Bronx Pouncil New Riefi AL Ay U

Japan Withdraws From Davis Cup Tourney

New York May 00 Japan withdraws from the Davis Cup contest ensuring minimal chances for Kumagae and Shimizu. The 1923 tournament proceeds with other nations advancing by default while Denmark and the British Isles enjoy byes to the second round.

New York Japan United States Kinnagae Kumagae Shimidzu Australasia Patterson Anderson Wood Haw Toad Shimizu Kashio England Italy Harwell Philippines Canada France Czechoslovakia Spain Thaly Denmark British Isles

Benny Leonard to Fight Two Outsdoor Summer Matches

New York May Sr reports Benny Leonard the world lightweight champion will fight twice this outdoor season under Richard and Frank at Madison Square Garden. Plans call Leonard to defend against Lew Teacher and later face Jack Briton in separate bouts at Boyle's Thirty Acres and Jersey City arena with a 12 round bout without decision to be officially announced today.

New York May Sr Benny Leonard Richard Frank Hattie Phuraday Jersey Gily Deck Dempsey Georges Carpenti¢n

Rutgers Lacrosse Captain Sues Over Fence Incident

William Sparks of Rutgers College lacrosse team filed a suit after a practice game at College Field. The owner of a damaged automobile presented to the Rutgers Athletic Association $21 in a claim following a broken fence and related losses including clothing and wages totaling $292.

New Brunswick William Sparks Rutgers College Field Rutgers Athletic Association Medina

Walter Patterson Swims to Stratford Point Light

Walter Patterson swam from Lordship Beach to Stratford Point Light yesterday in about two hours and ten minutes. Patterson trained for the English Channel crossing this summer, using a disposable vest and breaststroke to endure near freezing water as observers noted his steady pace.

Walter Patterson Stratford Point Light Walter Carterson Star Distance Bis Patterson Iz Lordship Beach Statford

Browns Rally in 16th Inning Win Over Detroit

In a lengthy contest the St. Louis Browns won 6 to 5 in the sixteenth inning. Strong relief pitching and key hits powered St. Louis over Detroit as the winning run scored on a Collins single after Wid ShU reached base. The game featured tense late drama and crucial scoring plays in extras.

ST. Louis Browns S. la Mayr Petrale Br Ree Gis Thal Gontast Wells Shocker Detroit Tourst Tobin Ron Lovie Baltertes Mike Oldhams Tbassler Bayne Enry Kop Poe Jones Fingid Gale Snes Staler Woodall Pingstead Durer Gerber Jacobzon Severeld Williams Everbe McManus Oldham Thye Jlser Byer Peyert Cigar Utts Olsen Ind Pruett W. Bon, Owens and Walsh

Milford Splits Even On Holiday

Milford Prep split a doubleheader with George Washington, losing 14 to 8 in the opener after a ninth inning rally fell short. In the afternoon Milford triumphed 8 to 3 behind Sean Levine and Coach Carlyon, while Anderson pitched the final innings and Alling collected four hits.

Millford George Washington Milford Georgie E Gardener Gotham Sean Anderson Alling Suirtovant Gop

Bogash Rival Claims Two Wins In Night Show

In Luen Town on May 7 Tacisig Churk and A Fyot dominated the open air season start at Mentown Fair. A knockout finish followed as Lopes, a dashy youth from Camp Dix, defeated Clark as the second victim after Tul ten rounds.

Luen Town van Iwe Inetz

New Haven Team Hands Park City Bowls Loss at Stratford

New Haven defeated Park City Bowls Saturday night at Stratford Ale House. Smith led New Haven with standout pins in the first two games while teammates Minor Read and Tullock supported the victory amid uncertain lineups.

New Haven Park City Minor Read Tullock Bridsport Stratford Rene New York Brinn Madison Square Garden Bridget Umaine Bradstreet Frank Flournay Ecard Tibouty Wigan Yaguther Watling Reidy Hariem Kid Sullivan Brookys

Two Star Boats at Garden Tomorrow in Rice Duel

Boxers Roink to al char ight Renty Meanard meet in a garden sailing venue match. Ernie England labor: Hay transportation questioned. Expected a quick settlement. Main event a return bout between Joe Lynch and Middy Smith, former bantamweight contender.

England Joe Lynch Czlewoider Midget Smith

Greb Versus Carpentier Sparks Modern Boxing Debate

Grantland Rice evaluates the Greb boxing style as a relentless, tireless assault that clusters in on opponents with nonstop flurries and smothering technique. The piece contrasts Greb with Dempsey and Leonard, and weighs a possible Carpentier clash as the era’s marquee attraction, highlighting Greb as a studious innovator of a new school.

Rules Are Mad For Big Balloon Race

Milwaukee May 30 Associated Press follow rules for the national balloon race starting tomorrow. Pilot landing furthest from the starter wins. Unintentional stoppage requires resumed flight within 12 minutes. Water landings with boat aid disqualify. Same gas type required. Balloons limited to 60 cubic meters. total 2920 cubic meters capacity.

Milwaukee Milice

Bill Wcarthy Named Coach at N Y U Again

Bill Wcarthy will return as head baseball coach and assistant to football coach Tom Thorpe at Ohio Field. An athletic department announcement says he will also assist in other sports as part of a new three year contract.

W York Willina New Yorks Henry Cook Hatdaway Chelman Athletic Council MelCarthy Tom Thor Ohio Field

Devon A. C. Nine Over First Methodists Bridgeport

The Devon A. C. nine triumphed over the First Methodist church of Bridgeport, 14 to 3. Chandie's three bagger stood out while Brymus and Yaster contributed. The church team struggled at the plate with fielding and hitting.

Devon A. C First Methodists First Methodist Church Bridgeport de Chandie Stanley Brymus Yaster Ey Erich Mans

Hinkey Haines Joins Benner's Outfit Briefly

Hartford reports Hinkey Haines, outfielder known for fielding, joined Benner's nine briefly. He had been with the Yankees, then Jersey City Skeeters. Manager Egan of Hartford, backed by Yankees boss Barrow, rejected the transfer terms, and Haines was returned to New York.

Hartford Hinkin" Haines Tielding Fional Min Lenn Stair Atiete Tymi Bender Yevrs Yankees Haines Hinkle

Greb Declines England Fight Offer for Greb

Promoter George Engel says Harry Greb will not travel to England for bouts. Engel notes Greb can earn more in the United States and plans to have Greb defend in America, with a potential Carpentier match for the light heavyweight title here. Greb’s next bout is slated for Forbes Field in PeCabucah on June 12 or 18.

New York May Sh—-laush Wilson Engel Ne Avion Ord Europe Hia George Engel Harry Grab Greb England Engel Ama i Grels Georges Carpentier Forbes Field Piccabucahton Manger Engel

Miss Wainwright Sets World Swim Record

New York May 40 Mrs Helen Wainwright of the New York Women’s Swimming Association today set a World record for 140 yards in an open event at Brighton Beach. The former mark was held by Charlotte Boyle Chine and Wyebing with improvements noted in the report.

New York Helen Wainwright New Nors Women's Swimming Associaation Pen World Brighton Beach Lad Mie Charlotte Boyle Chine Avae Uhind

Murphy Wins Hundred Mile Auto Race At High Speed

In a dramatic and error filled event Murphy set a new Palma record amid confusion as Hoarte and Hauser contended for second. Final standings put Murphy ahead with fastest laps and prize money totaling around 35,100 after sponsors added cash awards.

Spaulding Wins Brooklawn Memorial Day Golf Event

A. Spaulding captured the Brooklawn Memorial Day golf competition at Beardsley Park. J. Jacobson posted the lowest net score of 62 with a 31 handicap, earning a dozen golf balls donated by the Sports Centre. Other top finishers included Jay G. Read at 68 and Beardsley’s Lay Was third with 69. Beginning June 3, players will submit their top three scores for weeklong match play starting June 10.

A. Spaulding Brooklawn Country Vauirsey Wulding Jay G. Read Be. G.lay Oak- Housy Fead Beardsley Park A. Jacobson I. Tremeng Handlcan D. B. McCarten Prine J. Mills B. Hawiey Oakle Davis Ilhan Webb Carpenter M. Groves Grien J. Kushow Trealene C. Wright Knapp

Princeton picks captains for track and crew teams

Princeton Undergraduate Athletic Committee awarded white sweaters with a black P to captains W. E. Stevenson and Sidney W. Milne for the track and crew squads. Other players receiving P letters included RK Well Covington, Howare K Gray, Ned Ford, G Edward Leh, and Francis H McKnight.

Princeton N. Jn Hag W. E Bill) Stevenson Sidney W. Milne Philadelphia Paport Steven Harvard Yale Milne Orange Covington Bowling Green Howare K. Gray Omaha Ned Harold R. Ford Redlands Cal G. Edward Leh Mientown Francis H. McKnight Mittsburgh E.N. Case Plimfield

Rectors Defeat and Big Race Prep at Seaside Park

The Rectors defeated the fans yesterday at Seaside Park by a score of 8 to 5. Clat McGraw and Don Cretella starred for the Rectors while Edwin Durnan of the astronaut Row club aided. Toronto’s Tom Jassogna twirled well for the visitors as they arrived to compete in the preliminary race. Next Sunday the Rectors travel for the Philadelphia Challenge at Seaside Park with the Myriles in sight for a $2,000 event. Dunnan’s rivals in the qualifiers will be Tom Rooney and J B Garrett Gilmore, both of Philadelphia, with the winner facing Paul Costello of Philadelphia Hilton Belges of St John, N B Canadian sculling champion, and Walter Hoover of Duluth in the national title race.

Seaside Park Clat McGraw Don _Cretella Philadelphia Durnan Tronaut Cout Tom Jassogna Toronto Rectors Ematic City Biamatic Canada Dunnan Tom Rooney J. B Garrett Gilmore Paul ¥. Costello Hilton Belges St. John, N Walter Hoover Duluth

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