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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1927

Page

10

Harding High Faces Central High In City Football Classic

Harding High seeks a stronger record and edge over Central High in Saturday’s annual football clash at Newfeld Park. Central Coach Reilly drills a ready squad as Hurley’s status remains doubtful due to stomach trouble while Harding’s backfield and reserve units push to offset injuries.

Harding High Central High Newfeld Park East Siders Centrals Enst En Harding Harding Naugatuck High Central Ansonia Stamford Stratford Carmel Hall Freenwich High Jost Bulkeley High Central Varsity Reilly al Roberts Roth Braken Keilly Ed Hurley Hurley Mead Eddie Sweezy Sisko Scrubs Varsity Klein Dober Ster Walsh Pelton Feld Schreiber Gig

Mays Sets Training for Saturday Bout at New London Gym

Bobby Mays, state lightweight contender, trains at Pop Conley’s gym in New London ahead of a Saturday showdown with Tom Rizo at the armory. The card also features Young Wagner vs Johnny Scalei and a return match between Tony Thomas and Philly Griffin as fans push for decisive outcomes.

Bobby Mays Tom Tse Scranton O'Brien Bim Mayfly Ki Kaplan Meridenite London Wagner Johnny Scalei Jess Me Mahon Mays Scalei Tony Thomas Philly Griffin Tussie Griffin Thom Conway

Mandell Seeks 865000 To Defend Lightweight Title

Detroit November 15 Sammy Mandell requests 865000 plus a percentage to fight the winner of the Jimmy McLarnin Billy Wallace world lightweight title bout. The price was conveyed to Benny Ray Olympia match maker by Eddie Kane. Kane’s offer is 815000 more than Rays while Ray says no change in stance.

Detroit Mich Semmy Mandell Jimmy McLarnin Billy Wallace Benny Ray Olympia Eddie Kane Kane Ray Mandell

Hair-Groom Wai-Grogn Promises Natural Glow at Low Price

An ad claims Wai-Grogn hair cream costs only a few cents a form at dry goods stores. The product is described as giving a natural sheen and well-groomed look, removing frizz and stubborn stiffness while remaining crease-free and protective for thick hair.

Oany Dry Milligna Justraus Barr

Walker to meet Berlenbach in ten round title bout

Chicago November 15 Mickey Walker world middleweight champion and Paul Berlenbach former 175 pound title holder will meet in a ten round decision bout here November 26 on the eve of the California Notre Dame intersectional clash. Promoter James C. Mullins presents the bout at catch weight without a title at stake. Walker will weigh about 164 pounds and Berlenbach 175.

Chicago Associatin | Fress Mickey Walker Paul Berlenbach James C. Muileit Casseum Walker Piave Ud Berlenbach

New Haven and Meriden Triumph in Polo Battle

New Haven defeats New Britain 8 to 2 at Music Hall as Davies scores twice and Donnelly adds another in a solid New Haven win. Meriden tops Holyoke 12 to 0 in Holyoke with strong performances from Gazenaga Landeville and Williams as the league champions seek stronger showings.

New Haven Meriden Wolves New Britain Champs Holyoke Associated Press Music Hall Davies Donnelly Meatoon Rupe Ree Davies Mercer Harkins Donnelly -Muirhead Ee Lawler Peregrin Purcell Revesees Bayer Lundeville Coves Higgins S. Pierce Jean Garanaga

Junior League Defeats Harding In Hockey Match

The Junior League defeated Harding to remain the favorite for Stamford’s contest and claim the Fairfield County field hockey championship. After the season, Virginia Anderson and Carolyn Chapman will reorganize the Junior League basketball team for 1927-28, with games against New Canaan Stamford and New Haven Junior Leagues.

Eva Romane Harding Stamford Virginia Anderson Carolyn Chapman New Cannan New Haven Helen Folland Martha Meyere Louise Haviland M. Keegan Palo Calhoun Dorothy Stevens Helen Wheeler RHB Brownell R. Tague H. Crocco Rose Scinto Ruth Blosson M. Helmann Doris Bryant Alice Liebegott Arena Ada Rome E. Norko St . Carbone E. Romano Darts Bryant Ruth Liosson Eva Romano Alice Liebe Miss M. Smith New Hav.en

Sisler Sets Low Steal Mark As 1927 Leaders Highlight

George Sisler of the Browns led both leagues in base stealing for 1927 with 28 steals, a new low for a league leader. Frankie Frisch of the Cardinals topped the National League with 49 steals, matching his 1921 mark, while Ty Cobb and other legends set long-standing records across the era.

Browns t @ omar Jones Lancers St. Louis Frankie Frisch Cardinals George Lister oWrls Sisler Edelie Collins Johnny Mostil Chicago Cobb Calling Milan George Eddie Collins Washington Johnny Mestil Elmer Flick Cleveland Naps Leo Sister Colline Frite Matsel Yankees Boston Red Sox Tris Speaker Frankie Billy Hamilton Phillies Bot Beacher Cincinnati Cuvier

Inter-Church League Opens With Lopsided Scores

High scores opened the Inter Church Basketball League last night as the Presbys defeated Park Street 83 to 44 while the First Baptist five topped St Johns 71 to 10. George Ahlstrand scored 25 for the Presbys and Pike led the Baptists with 11 points.

Presbys Park Street George Ahlstrand St. Johns Icker Pike

Cleveland Indians Sold to Syndicate Now Run by Local Financiers

Alva Bradley announced a long distance call confirming W. J. Garvey sold 156 shares to Cleveland financiers, giving them full control of the American League club. New owners plan roster overhaul with Alva Bradley as president and a new manager to be chosen. Tris Speaker and Eddie Collins considered for the post, with Arthur Fletcher and Bucky Harris also mentioned. The Dunn era ends. price rumored near 950000.

Cleveland Ohic Associated Press Alva Bradley Barnard American Baseball League Chicago W. J. Garvey Cleveland Baseball Club Mr. Bradley Charles John Sherwin Percy Morgan Garvey Mbtl American League Ban Johnson Cleve Cleveland Indians Dunn James C. Dunn Charles Somers Wile Jack McCal Tris Speaker Bradley Eddie Collins Philadelphia Athletics Chicago White Arthur Fletcher New York Giants Philadelphia Nationals Martis New York Wight Jack McCallister Alyn Bradley Associated Financiers Art Fletcher New York Yankes Bucky Harris Washington Senators Shrps Bernard Washington Pilot Washington

Coombs Elected Exeter Grid Leader in 1928 Season

Haymond Coombs of Kennebunk Maine, nephew of baseball pitcher Jack Coombs, was elected captain of the Exeter football team for 1928. Coombs has led the team as quarterback for two years and will serve his second straight year as baseball captain next spring.

Exeter N. H Associated Press Haymond Coombs Kennebunk Maine Jack Coombs Coombs Heeter

Dempsey Sharkey Fight Fouls Debated by Prince

Alderman William Prince, former featherweight champion of New England, says Sharkey was not fouled by Dempsey. He viewed fight pictures at the Palace and offered that opinion on rounds five and seven.

Jack Sharkey Jack Dempsey Alderman William 4. Prince New Engand Sharkey Alderman Prince Dempsey Palace Ihestre

Capablanca Wins World Chess Title Match

Capablanca defeated Alexander Mexicine in Buenos Aires to claim his third victory in the world chess championship series. The 29th game ended after 70 moves, sealing Capablanca’s lead.

Buenos Aires Associated Press Jos R. Capablanca Alexander Mexicine

Jock Malone Beats Rosenbloom In Ten Round Decision

Jock Malone of St. Paul defeated Mask Rosenbloom of New York in ten rounds, outboxing and outgeneralling him at ringside as newspapers noted Malone pressed the pace and Dominated throughout the bout. Rosenbloom fought bravely but struggled to keep pace with Malone’s accurate punches and swift defense on the St. Paul canvas.

ST. Paul Minn Associated Press Jock Malone Rosenbloom New York Malone Rusly

Golf instruction on striking through turf into the Imaginary One

The speaker emphasizes timing and a smooth through swing not stabbing the ball. The clubhead should penetrate the turf, driving toward the Imaginary One with a broken follow through. They sometimes picture dissing the ball into the Imaginary One for better results.

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