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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1926

Page

6

Wests Clinch City Title In 6 6 Tie With Bridgeport

Hartford Crimsons outplayed Bridgeport Mohicans but could not push ball across for a winning score. Dutch Forst sparked the defense while Reilly and Montenari starred on offense. Bridgeport answered with Foret’s TD and a late try to tie.

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MGUINESS WINS AMATEUR BATTLE

Nick McGuness of Bridgeport middleweight knocked out Charley Spears in the second round in the feature bout at Myrtle Beach Firehouse Saturday night. Johnny Kelly returned after two years to beat Babe Benico of Danbury in the 112 pound class. Tulio La Croix defeated Boucher of Bridgeport in the 165 pound class. George McQuiness beat John Paloma in a 125 pound three round tilt. Kim Kelly of Walnut Sivard defeated John Sarraco of New Haven in the 112 pound class.

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Mohicans to Seek Win for Reilly in Thanksgiving clash

Bridgeport Mohicans prepare for a Thanksgiving Day game at Newfield Park against All-Stamfords. The effort aims to raise revenue for Central High School, with chants of Win for Eddie Reilly circulating in Park City reports from Stamford and Lock City.

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Wilson Extends Lead as East’s Top Scorer with 120 Points

New York AP reports Lafayette sophomore Mike Wilson widened his scoring lead by three touchdowns against Lehigh to reach 120 points. Connecticut Aggies’ Williams added three touchdowns to reach 90, narrowing the gap while Harry Wilson of the The high point scorers remains behind.

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Bible Glasses Face Night In Local League Play

The Everyman's Bible class team hosts a mixed schedule against Non-Sertarian and Swedish Baptist clubs with several matchups listed. Notable scores include East Side BC defeating Far River 1 0, and Philadelphia beating Unit Vet 1 0 while Toronto edged Trenton 2 0.

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Ritola Captures Seventh National Distance Crown

Willie Ritola, Finnish American distance star, wins the National AAU senior six mile title at Van Cortlandt Park with 20 minutes 23.5 seconds. Osif of Yale-Kansas, strong junior and senior sprint record holder, places second. The Todium team finishes sixth among seven squads in the event, as Finns dominate in a field of 62 runners.

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Cadets Coach Plans Offense Work Next Week

Wist Point reports Army cadets will devote two days to polishing the offense ahead of a Saturday game. The practice aims to improve power, drive, and passing as the team builds from recent conditioning and fumbling concerns during the drills and scrimmage.

Army Gril Cisinus Bath Howe

Bridgeport Granted Franchise in American Polo Circuit

Bridgeport received a provisional franchise in the American Roller League at a special meeting last night. Sam Simmonds, former local team operator, named manager and expected to open season in two weeks. Addie Mirt and James Russell named as referees. league to finalize dates after confirming Bridgeport’s direct status.

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Boxers Set For Rakoczi Hall Card Friday Night

Boxers on Acorn A C bi weekly card at Rakoczi Hall start hard workouts today. Ernie Perry begins daily drills as he teams with Smith Anger rivals Steve Smuth and others for a feature eight round bout with Izzy Kaplan, Louie Loui’s brother. Jim Bones meets Scotty Harsbunth in a return bout, while Scotty from Anconia scored last meeting here. Johnny Mason and Wittie Mack collide in another main event pairing. Musen, on the short end of a recent decision, seeks rebound against Steve Culver.

Acorn A.C Rakocv Hall Ernie Perry Boes Ceime Johnny Mason Wittie Mack Musen Steve Culver

Johnny Saxon to Box Al Mello in Lowell Massachusetts

Johnny Saxon a Bridgeport welterweight has been matched with New England titleholder Al Mello in Lowell Massachusetts announced by manager Joe Smith. Saxon impressed in Worcester against George Kid Lee last week drawing promoter interest and fans back to the ring.

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Armies andNavies Set For Classic Clash On Dec4

The upcoming football clash between Army and Navy looms as the season’s centerpiece in Chicago with 100000 to 150000 anticipated. Navy has beaten Princeton Colgate Michigan Georgetown while Army boasts one of the year’s strongest squads and a near perfect defensive record. Notre Dame and Southern California loom in the background as major implications unfold for the nation’s top teams.

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Scandinavians to Show Wares Here Tonight Exhibition

Boston news says Denmark and Sweden boxing champions will tour America this winter. The Inviting group led by Morgens Blom plans exhibitions in Boston January 3 and later in New York and Grand Rapids. Danish team includes Jensen Petersen Hansen Petersen. Swedish team lists Jkaellander Satl and Ramm with coach Blom. Dates for New York and Grand Rapids to be announced.

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Chicago Bulls beat Rock Island 3 to 0 in league play

Wson Bearcats defeated New York Yankees 16 to 6 as Chicago Cardinals Louisville Colonels game was called due to field conditions.

Chicago Bulls Rock Island Wson Bearcats New York Yankees Chicago Cardinals Louisville Colonels

Arrows Fall to Westerns 19 0 in City League showdown

Westerns clinch City Football League championship by beating Bridgeport Arrows 19 to 0 at Newfield park. Brooklawn defeats Auburn 6 to 4 for first Brooklawn win. Arrows suffer concussion to Mike Dolyak and game protested.

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Coast Guard Adds Obie as Academy Mascot

Obie the 36 pound black bear cub becomes the Coast Guard Academy mascot, joining Obja for the service schools. The Hartford rescue bear cost 75 dollars, arrived at Fort Trumbull, was fingerprinted, enlisted as chief mascot, and caused a cub to raid the cadet barracks with a clawing entrance, prompting a plebe attendant.

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Pro Football Player Charles Malley Dies Fearfully Injured

Charles Malley, professional football player and member of the West New York Trenicores, is dying from injuries sustained in a game against the Philadelphia Professionals. He was rushed to North Hudson hospital with a skull fracture after the afternoon incident.

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