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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1924
Page
6
Yale overwhelms Princeton with relentless pressure, stifling Princeton’s offense as Yale’s defense stymies key drives and earns a decisive victory. The win underscores Yale’s mastery in defense and execution, while Dartmouth, Notre Dame, and Columbia receive praise for strong showings in a packed eastern college football week.
A large amateur boxing program is set for Wednesday night at Park Heater with twenty fighters, including New Haven pitchers and local boxers. William Liver will return, with Johnny Kelly the 120 pound headliner facing Gerard. Other bouts feature Natirio vs Youn Packs, Deratma Tetn, Toknson vs Venis, and Bridgeport lightweights Jack Deas. The show opens at 115 with referee Jon Dogash.
The Atadisun Redtoy led Madison football to a 9 to 7 victory over the Greyhounds at Seaside Park yesterday afternoon securing the North final honors. Jayes, Gebvan, and Slyde starred as Madison secured points via a field goal and a touchdown on a forward pass. Donnelly, Girvan, Crowley, Hafele and Flanagan contributed for the winners with key plays and kicks.
Clan Campbell clinched a spot in the National Cup third round by beating Yonkers N C on the Meadows field yesterday afternoon. Timpetrick scored the lone goal 16 minutes into the final half as wind hampered play.
In a bitterly contested afternoon, Stratfields and the Alphabet clubs fought to a 7 to 0 scoreless tie as the bell rang at midfield. The game marked the second season clash with a tense, defensively driven battle throughout.
The Avhietic basketball team has organized for the season and will play Wednesdays at Blessed Sacrament gym. Coach Coyle leads the squad with Triangles and War games as part of the program. Contact Muzinger WH Rosneck at 140 Logan Street or call Burnin 4764 for details. A record crowd is expected Wednesday night as amateur boxing also features practice sessions at the venue.
In an interview, Tyrus Cobb extols Ed Walsh as the era’s best pitcher, arguing his unmatched stamina andard defense behind him, while contrasting Walsh with Walter Johnson. He recalls Walsh’s workhorse seasons, his battles with weak lineups, and a standout strikeout performance against Hein.
The Knights of Columnus Baskat Val team won its third straight by defeating walkk five 42 to ?. Markh Fart Ted led scoring. In the preliminary game Park City girls defeated Questiong 86 to 8.
At Beaside Park Saturday afternoon the eleven defeated the lone eleven 41 to 8 in a one sided contest. Monty Mateo starred with standout play and the team logo featured prominently in the event.
Auburn chases a key Southern Conference title with a 6 to 6 tie described as a stepping stone. The article notes Georgia Bulldog play and Alabama prominence, mentioning Washington and Lee, West Virginia, Georgia and Alabama’s role, and a Thanksgiving matchup in Birmingham shaping the Bulldogs’ local title hopes.
Concord reports Richard Toftus a former outfielder for the Brooklyn National League club is back home for a brief respite before resuming his winter job as a milkman for W. P. Hood. He says the routine keeps him fit for the coming big league season and plans to work in Walton.
The Crossroads defeated Bridgeport Triangles 35 to 0 at Seaside Park yesterday afternoon. Castle Genel and De Pelo starred with four touchdowns between them as Castle’s passing led the offense. Teams seeking future games can contact Manager Autert at 37 Wayne Street.
All-Bridgeport and All-New Britain battled to a scoreless tie in New Britain on November 16 as Bridgeport backs struggled for a single first down. New Britain showed depth with eleven first downs aided by aerial plays though field goals were missed. Rogers R. Connelly led Bridgeport, while New Britain’s lineup coped with injuries and Kennedy's absence.
CHICAGO November 16 Harold Red Grange top football star of 1924 will not play again this season for Illinois. Coach Robert Zuppke said Grange is out after injuries from Minnesota game. He suffered torn ligaments in left arm and shoulder and a small shoulder bone was loosened. Eight weeks expected for healing. Grange in acute pain but rest of season halted.
The Roads seek teams for the city junior championship in the Roads class. Alpha lost to the Trans last week and they want a rematch with the Trans. Roads have open dates and can arrange games by calling Noble 322 after 7 p.m.
Managers forming a country basketball league will meet at Knights of Columbus tomorrow night to review plans and set a schedule for the season. The first meeting last week drew representation. officials expect three more teams to join. Knights of Columbus Stratford Legion Orwalk Big Five Tavirdela Legion Darlery Stamford Dains are expected to participate. Charles Johnson of the Kavey team is temporary president and Charles Lb Maloney serves as acting secretary.
The Dutch Olympic Committee seeks timely commitments from government and sponsors to secure funds and guarantees for the Games. A meeting of the international committee is planned, with a deadline in March to confirm financial support for Holland to host events at the proposed stadium site.
The Brooklawn Cubs defeated the Woodsides 2 to 0 yesterday afternoon at Brooklawn Field. Cassidy Gordon and Burks led a speedy attack that the Woodsides could not halt. Brooklawn will face the Westons at Seaside Park next Sunday for the division championship. All players are urged to report for practice tonight.
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