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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1926

Page

18

Forward Pass Attack May Bring Brown Title Yale Leader

Brown and Colgate loom large as top contenders in the East with the Mishel Randall passing duo guiding Brown. The Bears face Colgate on Thanksgiving in Providence, a showdown that could decide the East title and national hopes. Also highlighted are standout players from Lafayette, Vanderbilt, Minnesota, and Southern California as scouts weigh next season's strength, while Princeton and Ohio State prepare for strong showings and coach Jon W. Lee.

Brown Webster Yale

Ranley May Be Med Coach at Boston College

Cincinnati dispatch reports MeCount Hanley coach of the Haskell Medians received an offer from Boston College to become the new football mentor, but he declined, staying content with his Haskell position while Boston College awaits decisions after a Holy Cross game.

Ranley Boston College

Canzoneri Wins 12 Round Bout Over Routis

New York November 22 AP report Canzoneri of Brooklyn defeats Andre Routis French bantamweight in a 12 round decision. Canzoneri weighed 122 1 2 pounds Routis 124 1 2. Also Mat Lewis defeats Benny Gould in ten rounds and Teddy Baldor out points Halph Nisrhia in six.

New York Canzoneri Brookyn Andre Ts Proutis Mat Lawis Benny Gould Canada Weepeton Teddy “Baldor Hantain Halph Nisrhia Brooklyn Lawler

Colgate Back On Columbia List

New York AP report resumes gridiron relations with Colgate after five years. Columbia's 1827 football schedule includes Vermont September 24, Union October 1, Wesleyan October 8, Colgate October 16, Williams October 29, Cornell at Ithaca November 5, Johns Hopkins November 12, Pennsylvania November 24, and Syracuse date to be announced.

New York Colgate Tolumbia Vermont Union Wesleyan Williamm Cornell Ithaca Hne Hopkins Pennsylvania Philadelphia Syracuse

Hall Leased for Roller Polo in This City

Sam Simmons, who was granted a provisional American Roller Polo franchise, has leased the Roseland Danes on Sate street for games. He will report to President A. W. Keane today and is likely to receive a permanent contract to operate in this city.

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Football Scouts Thrive In South Coaches Thankful

In Texas near Dallas on November 22, Terrill School athletics director Harry A. Faulkner is praised as a premier football scout whose three years of work across the Southwest have shaped Southern Conference standings. Coaches Ray Morrison and Dan McGugin laud his insights and exhaustive game reports as essential to evaluating defense and offense.

Dallas Tex Harry A. Faulkner Terrill School Southwest Rostow State Paulkner Jeff Motherabigt Easity Hessetel Southwetern Somou Terrill Ray Morrion Faulkner Bouthwestern Muskogee Oxia M. U George Watters Chris Cortegme- Ma Howard Wade Dog Dawson Jim Magness Othera Ty Chicago White Sox Ray Morrison Dan McGugin Vanderbilt McGugin Morrison

Mohicans Vanquished by Stamford Club In Newfield Battle

The Ridgeport Mohicans face the All-Stamford eleven at Newfield Park in a yearly clash. Stamford aims to outmaneuver Bridgeport with a bigger lineup and a stronger backfield led by Hunt and Hammill. Bridgeport strengthens with Rogan and Shee back in action as both teams seek regional bragging rights in this historic gridiron showdown.

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Carr Returns to Syracuse Lineup Edge in Columbia Tilt

Syracuse regains back Harlan Carr for Thanksgiving clash with Columbia at the Polo Grounds. Carr, returnee from injury, bolsters an offense that has struggled, with coach Reynolds likely to start nine of 11 veterans from two years ago. End duo Cap tain Vic Ianson and Jule Archoska anchor the line, while Barbuti and Gowman support the backfield in a bid to topple the Lions.

New York Columbia Syracuse Polo Grounds Thursas Harlan Carr Lions Orange Carr Army Georgetown Colgate West Point Harold Baysinger Baysinger Roy Simmons Jimmy Foley Caach Reynolds McNamara Guare Carl Biggs Vic Ianson Jule Archoska Eliss Oosterbann and Flora Michigan Lioyd and Mardwick Navy McGrath Waite Broun Towle Brown Ley Bayley

Connor Elected N Y A Captain

Smiling Jack Connor, quarterback, was unanimously chosen to lead New York University for 1927. He is the first Violet gridder chosen by acclamation, succeeding Captain Frank Briante as the violet captain. Connor played every game this year, scoring the team’s only touchdown against Nebraska before being rested. Nebraska has proposed a two year home and home series with NYU. the Violet will host Lincoln on Thanksgiving Day next year.

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Cavanaugh Open For Long Contract

Boston Mass November 22 Major Frank Cavanaugh head coach of Boston College denies an offer from Columbia or any institution and says he is on the job market for a new coaching position. He notes he resigned for his best interests and would consider a three or five year contract if Boston College made an offer.

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Colgate to Meet NYA Team Next Year at Yankee Stadium

Colgate, set to play in New York for the first time since 1922, will face the NYA team next year at Yankee Stadium. The game replaces Michigan State on Colgate’s schedule as Hobart, Providence, Syracuse, Brown, and other opponents fill out the season leading to a December schedule release.

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Stamford Close Season With Brooklyn Eleven Clash

Stamford High meets Brooklyn Evening High on Thursday at Hallowe'en Park to close the season. Stamford brings a nine game win streak and 256 to 6 scoring edge but fullback Bella is unavailable due to injury, testing Stamford's resolve against a strong Brooklyn squad.

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Yale Captaincy Picked Webster For 1927 Team

William A. Webster of Shelton Conn was elected Yale football captain for 1927. The 1926 season saw him as a versatile lineman, playing tackle and guard despite injuries. Coach Tad Jones and Captain-elect Webster praised the team and coaching staff, with Webster’s leadership noted after a tough year and a strong finish against Harvard.

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Navy Eleven Hard Practice in Md. Ahead of Big Games

Annapolie Md Nov 22 AP Navy unbeaten football team endured its toughest workout of the season as Coach Navy Bus Ingram kept the squad on Faragut field past sunset. The starting unit likely to repeat against Colgate Michigan and Georgetown with one remaining quarterback spot to be filled by Schuber Goudge or Ransford while Hannegan Hamilton and Caldwell hold down likely starting positions.

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Colgate Trackmen Map Ambitious Schedule

Colgate track squad outlines a tough year with meets against Syracuse, Army, and Penn Relays at Philadelphia. The team will forgo its relay entries at the Oste relays and eye Eastern festival competition, aiming to improve on past seasons amid a full schedule across New York and the Northeast.

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Hair Groom Keeps Hair Glossy All Day In Style

Hair-Groom is a dignified combing cream sold for a few cents a jar. Millions use it for natural shine and well groomed hair that stays combed all day in any style. It claims to suit business and social occasions and helps grow thicker hair.

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