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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1922
Page
18
Milton Bronner profiles Battling Siki, famed Senegalese fighter tied to World War II era exploits. The piece notes his rise, multilingual skills, wartime service, and modest present state as he eyes future big fights and money, with a naval victory context against Penn State.
Baye hal, a Senegalese youth who becomes Battling Siki, recalls his early life in St Louis Senegal a poor family background and his escape with a dancer who mentored him in reading writing and manners in France He recounts watching ships at the docks and a German benefactor Mme Fauquenberg who offered a voyage to Europe and support before disappearing after the war To Be Continued.
New York reports quote Giants president Charles A. Stoneham disputing Ray Cannon’s claim that John J. McGraw authorized players to join the Baseball Players' Fraternity. Stoneham and Jim Tierney insist McGraw did not approve the organization, though some Giants may have joined with or without his consent.
Washington, Nov. 2. Navy eyes an upset of Penn State as the Middies bring a strong lineup with backfield threats Norris McKee Cullen Barchet Conroy and a solid line. Penn State faces injuries and lineup doubt, but expects a stronger squad by game time. The 2400 midshipmen and academy bench will travel, with special trains planned for travel tomorrow.
Annapolis reports a vivid send-off for the Navy football team as cadets show pride in their squad before departing for Washington to face Penn State at the American League baseball park. The event highlighted team spirit and anticipation for the upcoming clash.
Glowcaster Mass Nov 2. Tiomay Lipton agreed to donate a cut to the winner of the Ililaher met’a races to be held off this port next August as a feature of Glow vestorma ROOT anniversary celebration. Fred W Tibbetts, chair of the celebration committee, said Lipton will attend in person.
In a sharp note of baseball change, Milan is likely to be released as new managers may take charge in the American League next season. Washington and Boston shakeups are anticipated after weak showings, with Washington finishing fourth in 1921 and dropping to sixth.
An examination of Walter Johnson and his pace on the mound notes that while still the fastest in the American League, his current speed compares unfavorably to his peak. Umpires and players agree Johnson quits as fast as ever, but his strikeout rate and consistency have declined with time.
The passage notes a shift from Johnsonly’s fearsome pace to a steadier approach, where batters gain a toe hold and a confident swing. The change marks a return of offensive assurance, replacing prior intimidation with steadier hitting prospects.
Bloomington November 2 Guy Morrison star pitcher of the Three Eye league has been sold to the New York Giants. Morrison acclaimed as premier twirler joins the defending champions in a major league deal.
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