McCann Named Bridgeport Club Manager at Hotel Introduction
Clark Lane announces Eugene McCann as new Bridgeport baseball club manager at Stratfield hotel. McCann vows to rebuild the team, notes infielders and pitchers are scarce, and plans to pursue skilled players via scouts while promising hard work and a pennant push. He will return to Baltimore briefly before relocating to Bridgeport for the season.
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H. Eugene McCann
Stratfield
Clark P. Lane, Jr
Bridgeport Baseball Club
Jimmy Kelly
Old Town
Roy
Frank Nolant
Eugene McGann
Ed Walsh
McCann
Army of
Bridgeport
Mare
Fritz
Musante
al Stewart
McNamara
Tig
Kaplate
Grimes
Grimes Brothers
Ray
Clark Lane
McCain
Tihia
Baltimore
Nnl
Landis Says He Can Handle Two Jobs
CHICAGO Nov 16 Federal Judge Landis told queries he can manage his duties as baseball commissioner while remaining a federal judge. He noted he has no Saturday work and that the court belt season limits activity, promising to handle both roles without trouble. He argued past service proves he can balance both positions amid criticism.
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Chicago
Army and Navy cancel Saturday football games
New York report says Army and Navy will not play this Saturday. West Point canceled its game against Colby and George Washington University canceled its game with Annapolis. The teams now plan to meet at the Polo Grounds on November 27.
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New York
atherArmy
Navy
Polo Grounds
West Point
Colby
George Washington Universiy
Annapolis
Fragmentary sport and political jibe from Kiunst area
A rough, unreadable item mocks boxing figures and League of Nations, mentions Chicago and Kap, and notes Willard and Dempsey in a clipped local voice. It hints at farm life and public perception of fighters, with a tense mix of sport gossip and political chatter.
Fragmentary Confrontation At Party Involving Jack and Dismissed Guest
The fragment describes a tense scene around a man leaning on a couch, a sparring partner, and a bird named Bull Montana in a party setting. Talks of not being scarred, avoiding statements about Jack, and someone being excluded from a K.O. party with mentions of Jack Demyseo and a bird in the party restraining or attacking.
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Bull Montana
Notre Dame Delays Penn State Game Decision
The Notre Dame athletic board said no action would be taken on the proposed December 4 football game with Penn State in New York until Penn State finishes its season. The board will meet soon to consider the matchup while Coach Rockne favors only if Penn State wins the Eastern title.
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Notre Dame Board of Athletic
Rastro
Notre Juanes
Penn State
New York
Rockne
Daly Wins Third Game in 3-Cushion Tourney
In Chicago Illinois Daly and Otis of New York dueled in a tight prelminary match for the national three cushion billiard championship. Daly claimed his third straight victory by converting a close 30 to 43 win after twelve lead changes.
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Daly
Icago
Stolin Daly
Otis
New York
Jens Pen
Teves
Joseph Capron
Chicago
McCann Chosen Leader of Focal Baseball Club
The Impartial announces Gene McCann to lead the focal ball club. McCann, a veteran scout and former manager, has deep ties with Bridgeport and Cincinnati Reds, praised for his bat and field prowess. His return comes with expectations of rebuilding and steady leadership.
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Bridgeport
McCann
New London
Cinginati Reds
Scout
Pat Duncan
Charley Lee
Lee McCann
Grimes Results Top World in 1920 Baseball Talk
Roy and Ray Imes are praised by McGanns as players who deserved their chance in the top league. He notes they batted .875 in a minor league gold field and, while not likely to improve, showed their best form that season amid discussion of oldIme stars. Gene reflects on old timer stars during the debate.
Leonard Defends Title Against Kelly Tonight in New York
Benny Leonard and Eddie Kelly prepare for a ten round title bout in New York, with official sanction granted after commission appearance. Leonard’s camp posted a 520,000 guaranteed purse to ensure a 135 pound weight at 6 PM before a November 28 bout with Joe Welling at Madison Square Garden.
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New York
Benny Leonard
Eddie Kelly
Thi
Billy Gibaon
Leonard
Jor Welling
Madison Square Garden
Welle Ing
Posten S2eou
Giants Buy Joe Rapp From St Paul in Trade
The New York National League club announced the purchase of third baseman Joe Rapp from St Paul in the American Association. The price was reported as $15,000, with the move announced in Akon and notes on Grifitha’s relocation to Chicago for eye specialists.
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New York
National League Club
Today
Joe Rapp
St. Paul American Association
ST. Paul
New York Nationals
Joseph “Goldier Rapp
Dls
Mind Agencityione
Tk Raye
Sunny
Doel
Steven
Beeverson
Heto
Teese
Origh Iimssita
Isie Oh
Ain
Sita
Areca
Qwersity
Toru i Neususkad
Shue Norn
Case
Texas
Clubhouse Construction Resumed on Lexington Avenue
Work on the International Snorting Clubhouse at Lexington Avenue between 48th and 49th Streets has been resumed. The project picks up after a pause, with crews back on site to advance the clubhouse facilities and related structures.
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New York
New
The
International Snorting
Sab
Lexington Avenue
Betwee 48H
49Th’ Streets
Worcester Raiders Make Big Seizure
Federal prohibition officers seized about $90 000 worth of whiskey alcohol wines and cordials from the E S Pierce Automobile Accessory Co at 5 and 7 Merce Street Worcester. Daniel J Donohue proprietor and Hugh McLaughin clerk were arrested and held for a hearing Mrs. Charles Ruger on charges of violating the federal prohibition act. Bail set at 1000 for appeals. hearing scheduled November 24. The store previously operated as the E S Pierce wholesale liquor store in ante prohibition days.
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Worcester
Wiliam J. McCarthy
Boston
New England
Iney
Erce Automobile Accessory Company
Daniel J. Donohue
Beechmont Street
Hugh McLaughin
United States
Charles Ruger
Enoch
ES. Pierce Company
Equar
Donshue
Stare
Yale and McGill to Clash in December Meet
Montreal reports a dual swimming meet between McGill and Yale teams planned for mid December at New Innven. Officials expect a return toast in Montreal later in the year.
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Montreal
McGill
Yale
New Inven
Beat Harvard Plea Roars From Yale Students
Yale football team returned to New Haven after a Princeton defeat to a rain soaked rally. Undergraduates cheered from the station and a large banner reading Beat Harvard led the welcome. The Eti players rested at Gedney Farms before an hour of mud training at Yale field.
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New Haven
Yale
Princeton
Eti
Gedney
Racing Results from BowE Race Meet Two Year Olds
Multiple races feature two year olds with claiming purses around 1000 dollars and complicated lineups including horses such as Crimson Ambler Wild Thaughss Black Top My Friend Pat Rustler Silence Light Rose Bue Bale and Tamarisk. Third and seventh races list three year olds with no claiming and purses near 1271 sharing data on horses like Night Stigh Pocatello Who Cares and Marina Luckett, with times and payouts noted.
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Maricade
Lancaster
Hingling
Hodrigues
Crimson Ambler
Wild Thaugnss
Black Top
Pat
Rustler
Silence
Light Rose
Robinson
Houpel G.adtad
Polytia
Eames Add
Ame, Ltd
Lady ‘ Granite
Patsy
Anticles
Tamarisk
Amerca
Rage
Burwell
Dohusor
Wel FM
Boot
Alen
Aida Wtay
Nile My Dear
Wilfreds
Rinkavens
Kingling 2d
Pairly
Kebo
Thistle Queen Anc Planover
Foe
Cuntain Rose
Johnson
Marina Luckett
Mooney
Atgrotte
Cowlis
Swirl
Wauhinds Son
Stirling
Entrants listed for Bowie race meeting and entries
A weather affected Bowie race card lists two year olds and three year olds plus up to a mile and six furlongs. Notable entries include Rosecliff Eastward Prince Lyric Lough Maiden Billy BR king selle Artful Dedlar Dreamer T Attorney and many more with numerous weights and odds. Also mentions eligible horses and race conditions with heavy track and cloudy weather.
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Bowie. Lrs
Nonait
Eulanne
Juma Ea Belle
Artful Dedlar
Dreamer T Attorney
Moalllo Barnes
Furionks
Rosecliff
Eastward Prince
Lyric
Lough Maiden
Billy BR
King's Selle
Chumines
Cli Piantagnes Za
Vesuy
Sammy Kelly
Raconteuse
Sun Rose
Wurom 2Dim
Burgoyne
Tiantemaniti
Babotte
LiLele Muudle
Courying Colors
Ballarosa
Old Rove
Turt
Vim Jos
Earshot
Nulsy
Toadston
Leol Fay
Wilchet
Meeks
Orange
Rasdies
Berlin
Germain
Steenty
Tantalus
Graul Tit Flipberty
Wilow Save
Hendrie
Eveiergt
Swoodihmueh
Thouen
Avel Ditravor
Auatral
Connolly
Bogir
Favour
Swir
Maney Ann
Siae
York
Tow Toncher eyes New York bout for eighty thousand purse
Pau Glassman signals readiness for a Tow Toncher versus Leonard Li title fight in New York with an eighty thousand dollar purse. The scene hints at shifting boxing interests and evolving purses in Philadelphia's boxing scene as sponsors and promoters adjust to new possibilities.
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Philadelphia
Pau Glassman
Leonard li
New York
Pru Wid Low
Buc Tufts
Appleby Falls Short in Quest for Nici Cue Title
A fragmented report covers Appleby and Appleby's bid for the Nici Cue title amid tumultuous play. It notes Appleby scoring late and facing Bariler in a tight game while observers discuss exhibits and period delicacy, nursing, and strategy as the contest unfolds.
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Appleby
Abe Attell Reports to New York District Attorney
Abe Attell telephoned from New York to report to Acting District Attorney Talley regarding an investigation into the alleged wrongdoing of prominent figures. The message indicates Attell’s readiness to assist as requested and his return from a prior location.
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Abe’ Attell
N. Y
Abe Utted
Attorney Talley
Abe Fell
Monnet
Penn Captain Out For Season After Injury
Penn captain sidelined for season due to injury after a preseason incident. Team adjusts lineup as players step up to fill leadership role and maintain competitive edge in upcoming games.
Star Players Undergo Surgery After Grid Injury
In a late update from Jefferson College, two star grid players underwent operations following injuries in yesterday’s scrimmage. Medical staff reported stable conditions and hopeful recoveries for both athletes. Public statements from the team emphasized cautious rehabilitation and upcoming training milestones.
Kilbane Offered Bout to Decide Title Value
Fragmentary text mentions Kilbane and a title bout decision. No clear date or location. Remaining readable names include Kilbane and Geers, with insufficient context for a complete event summary.
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Kilbane
Morey to Coach Midlebury in Dartmouth Alumni Move
Fragmentary sports note indicates Morey, a former Dartmouth star, is set to coach at Midlebury. The garbled text hints at Middledbury staff changes and ongoing team preparations with local and college connections.
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Morey
Dartmouth
Midlebury
Remember Johnny and the Heavy Baseball Dreams
The fragmented writing recalls a heavy baseball figure tied to Kansas City and local hopes. It hints at money, effort, and a challenging path to success through sport and personal ambition. The piece blends nostalgia with a vague sense of midwestern roots and public attention.
Alabama Football Coach Comments on Sectional Play
Alabama coach discusses football sectional play and the national scene. The article mentions coaching philosophy, interest in players, and hints at upcoming games with references to teams and regions. Names and details are fragmented but indicate a broader college football context.
Marathoners Fall to Providence Five 6-3 in Tough Night
Bridgeport suffered a 6 to 3 defeat as Providence Five controlled the game. Thompson netted two goals, Williams scored once, and Penney made 67 saves to preserve the win. Cantey stopped 41 shots for the Marathoners in a largely one-sided performance.
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Manger Neville
Mielocala
Tag
Thompson
Wiliams
Mure
Noorwark
Lyons
Wile
Bridgeport
Doc
Arrold
Peney
Cantey
Koais
Rovidence Ik K
Williams
R. Williams Er Thompson
T . Quigley Kehoe
Tmasfold AG Lyons É Cyameren Onley Tener
Pero
Bridgeport Quigley
Nee Thompsin
Providence Thompson
Quigley
Providence IK
Real Wonder Edie By SvL ANTA Stylist Note
Fragmentary OCR reads like a shopping or feature note with garbled names and terms. It mentions Habs and a reference to events or entities but lacks clear actions, dates, or outcomes to anchor a fuller summary.
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Edie
Anta
Cornell F2 Tute For Big Cross Country Run
Seven rough collegians entered to face a cross country course challenge next Saturday. Cornell is the favorite after winning the Syracuse invitation meet. Other contenders include Yale Harvard Princeton Syracuse and many others from major eastern schools. A freshman race precedes the intercollegiate event with entrants from Columbia Harvard Lafayette Penn State and others.
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Cornell
NEW Fay
Arnold Recovering Amid Hospital Operation News
Friends report Bill Arnold, noted baseball and football player, is rapidly recovering after undergoing surgery at Bridgeport Hospital. He began the football season with St Joseph but was forced to quit early. supporters pledge he will be back in action soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Arnold
Bridgeport
St. Josephe
Pete Herman Aims to Eliminate Lyne in Philadelphia Bout
Champion Pete Herman plans to stop Lyne in Philadelphia as he nears retirement. The veteran fighter eyes a decisive victory and prepares for a prolonged stint away from the ring.
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Philadelth LA
Pete Herman
Lyne
Barman Rkng
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