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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1920
Page
10
Frank G. Menke analyzes the potential New National League with twelve clubs including New York Boston and Chicago. He warns a league clash could trigger player contract upheavals and civil actions, risking a repeat of 1916 style warfare and major financial losses across baseball.
In a nationwide interview Ban Johnson, president of the American League, denounces the New National Line as an impossible proposition. He argues the league should focus on existing clubs in Boston, Chicago, and New York and rejects expansion plans, saying the National League lacks appetite for tight competition. Milford football seeks a next Sunday game with Burr Roads or another strong team, with contact to manager Maker. Urbana article notes two captains remain as reinstated captain Depier and incumbent captain Opp.
NEW XQHK reports on Babe Ruth and a new baseball league formed in Chicago. Vice President Huston of the Yankees says Ruth is under contract and not aligned with the loyal five’s plan to place him in the American League. He remarks Ruth’s prominence is unmatched.
Chicago Nov. The American League has no power to hold players from the three clubs Walch has joined the New National League. Alfred Austrian, attorney for the Chicago clubs, says players belong to the clubs and contracts bind only the club, not league authority. The Chicago, New York and Boston clubs may transfer entire players into the New National League next year.
Federal Judge Kenesaw M. Landis weighs resignation from a $7,500 yearly post to accept a $59,000 chairman role on the reorganized baseball board of control. He has not reached a decision, saying the matter would revolutionize his life and require serious consideration.
The light weight world championship bout is set after Jackson agreed to face Benny Leonard. No date is announced yet for the match in the city. Also in Boston, coach Cavanaugh of Boston College notes players win games, not coaches.
Raw sugar fell to 6 14 cents a pound in New York trading, the season’s low driven by weak demand and receipts from peak levels. A separate report shows clearing house exchanges at 48,997,758 with balances of 75,448,493 and federal credit balances at 62,733,596.
Mike O'Dowd, former middleweight champion, outpointed Jeff Smith in a 15 round bout at Madison Square Garden. The judges disagreed and the referee awarded the victory to O'Dowd after the decision.
Devon A C members push for a two story modern club house on Lenox Avenue with gym, dance hall, baths and lockers. Plans call for 30 by 40 feet, anticipated incorporation and legal papers prepared by Judge W. W. Platt. Membership nears 100 as new members join at last night’s meeting.
Entries from Louisville showcase seven races with purses of 1200 each and numerous contenders across two year olds to three year olds. Weather is clear, track good, with listed horses including Cozette, Loveliness VI, Social Star, Romance, Frivol, Mabel G, Blue Paradise, Colonel Taylor, Sterling, and Miss Fontainne among others.
Thad Victor Midgets meet Bless ea Sacraments tomorrow afternoon for the 15 25 pound lower East Side championship. Kickoff set for 2 39. Players report at Sikay's place by 9 30.
The Impartial surveys possible first opponents for Benny Leonard in a title clash at Tex Rickard's Garden. Dundee Mitchell Welling emerge as contenders while Lew Tendler and Willie Jackson push for purse or weight terms. Debate over a likely decisive round shapes the boxing headlines.
Results from Pimlico feature six races with maidens and claimings. Notable entries include Tove Tay Gruenaen Romelin St trish Abbess in the first race, Elkridge steeplechase results, two year old selling, and the Ankapolis handicap. Also listed are competing horses, jockeys, and exact times for each event.
Dr. George W. Orton, manager of the Penn relay carnival, announced an invitation to the University of Paris pra Jete director to compete in the relay meet at Franklin Field next April.
The Deport team challenges the Tigers of South Norwalk to a winner take all bowls on the South Norwalk grounds Sunday. If accepted, a large crowd is expected as both teams prepare.
Victor Midgeta seeks basketball games with 15 to 25 pound teams in the city or state for November 5 and November 25. Play is to be scheduled after nine o'clock at a Church Street location. Contact details not fully clear in the fragment.
Fox hunters from across the South converge at Crar Orchard Kentucky for the National Taxihunters convention. The Derby entries number 7220s, with prize winners including Sid owned by Jak Hackett of Richmond and Ian owned by Omar Howard of Barnesville.
The Sacred Heart football team of Waterbury challenges any 140 pound team in Bridgeport. The Sacred Hearts have not lost a game this season and are contenders for the 140 pound state championship. Address communications to Sacred Heart football team, 578 East Main Street, Waterbury, or phone 407.
Lewiston Me Nov 0 The Hebron Academy football team named Bridgeport Conn star Chink Hammil captain for 1922 Hebron won Maine school championship this year Hammil was a star halfback for Bridgeport high last season and helped form a powerful Hebron eleven
Leonard accepts Commonwealth Sporting Club offer for a fifteen round title bout with Eddie Kelly of Harlem in New York. Matchmaker Tom McArdle confirms November date and first decision bout for Leonard in his home state. Kelly and Gibson agreed to terms, with Leonard starting training yesterday at Commonwealth Club.
The Callahan brothers Mia of Princeton and Tim of Talo will clash at Palmer Stadium Princeton N J next Saturday with their mother Mary Callahan attending from this city and sister Burnee also traveling. Mrs Callahan plans to sit with the Princeton fans and expressed neutrality about which side wins while noting Tim’s improving condition and a prior talk with Tiger leader Harry A Callahan.
Milford and Myrtle Beach gain modern bowling alleys by BOB Kinder. Opening event drew avid bowlers to Rock's auditorium Myrtle Beach. Kinder, known in Bridgeport, installed two up-to-date lanes in the theater building. Milford site will be in Daniel Street theatre with Lows Garbarino running operations.
The Mohican Juniors football team will play the Jackson Stars Sunday afternoon at Reaside Park. All players must report to practice tonight or be barred from Sunday’s game. In a prior match Lenox Juniors forfeited to Mohicans 4-5 after dispute at Lenox field.
Bridgeport beat Worcester 8 to 3 in a chaotic polo game at the Casino, with Williams and Quigley starring for Bridgeport while Pence and Hart tried to rally Worcester. The scoring spanned three periods as Bridgeport pulled away early and held on through rough play and strong saves by Lovegren.
New York Nov 9 An nouncement was made today of the death last Saturday of Edward B Sawe bow oar of the famed Columbia crew which won the visitors cup at the Henry regatta on the Thames five in 1878 The death leaves Hart S Sidarock as the only surviving member of that Columbia crew the others being Jasper T Goodwin and Cyrus Edson
New York officials announce fifty planes have been entered for the Pulitzer Trophy speed race at Mitchell Field on Thanksgiving Day. Aero Club of America officials expect Sadie Lecointe, winner of the Gordon Bennett Cup in Etampes, France, to enter within days.
Windex Zbyanko the Potish Hercules signs to meet Strangler Loewe on Monday night November 22 at the Seventytest Regiment armory. Both grapplers are near championship form and have challenged Jay Stecher, the world title holder, in recent bouts.
Danville November 9 Centre College may be ENE next school year-to follow Vanderbilt and Pitt in severing relations with Georgia Tech Centre assumes the Georgians use rough tactics and may pursue a break in ties.
Cincinnati November 2 Coach Charles Moren of the Centre eleven says he does not think the Harvard eleven will be beaten this year. Moren, described as a convert, expresses strong confidence ahead of the matchup.
A Saranac Lake dispatch reports Christy Mathewson, former New York Giants pitcher, recovering from tuberculosis contracted during army service in France. Physicians say he is gaining weight and strength and has a good chance of full recovery.
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