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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1957

Page

33

Bridgeport’s Backfield Shines in 92-6 Football Win

University of Bridgeport coach commends starting backfield Mickey Donahue Don Scott George Dix and Tracy Smith after a 92-6 rout of Northeastern. Dixon’s 64 yard run sparked a 13-6 lead as UB eyes a next Saturdays matchup with Pennsylvania Military College in Chester Pennsylvania.

University of Bridgeport Northeastern Purple Knights Pennsylvania Military College Chester Walter Kay Kondratoych Mickey Donahue Don Scott George Dixon Tracy Smith Dixon Bridgeport Donahue Quarerback Kondratovich Johnny Longo Johnny DiMenna Frank Giannini Frank Costa Joe Finkelstein Jerry McDougall Gary Englar Bill Barstow Dave Quagliozzi PMC Wagner College al ‘Cappy Hill Little America

Largest U.S. Bird California Condor Described

The California condor is identified as the largest bird in the United States. It measures 45 to 55 inches in length and has a wingspan of 8 to 11 feet.

North America California United States

Old professor hosts football coaches at book-laden class

In a quirky exchange, coachs and players reflect on mixed college football results. Ohio State and Minnesota critics note defensive lapses while Michigan and Texas teams show resilience. Ramirez shines for Texas, as Tulane captain Pitney acknowledges strong play but fatigue limits keys moments.

Whitney Martin New York Abe Martin Texas Christian TCU Ohio State Denimblum Vilbune Yun Agying Virginia Duke Woody Haye Bennie Oosterbaan Michigan USC Don Clark Southern California Owens Minnesota Jim Owens Washington Bill Murray Mr. Royal Rene Ramirez Darrell Royal Texas Tulane Ramirez Andy. Pitney Virginia Tech

Polamby Wins Belmont Astarita Stakes Narrowly

Polamby sped from ninth to win the $25,800 Astarita Stakes at Belmont Park in a four horse finish. Merry Lark was a head back after a late stretch drive, with Lopar a neck behind and Meant Well another head back. Absentot, ridden by Willie Shoemaker, finished seventh in the 13 juvenile fillies field. Park Dandy Tops At Suffolk Downs OpenerPark Dandy won the Inaugural Handicap at Suffolk Downs by a length and a half over Double Bid as 15,580 fans watched the opening of a 30 day autumn meeting. The seven year old gelding clocked 1 44 for a mile and 70 yards and paid 5 to 2.

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Hoboken F.C. Drubs Bridgeport 4-0 in Premier Division

Hoboken F.C. defeated Bridgeport City Soccer 4-0 on Sunday in Hoboken N J. Clark opened the scoring near halftime, Johnston added two and Clark finished the scoring in the second half. Bridgeport lacked three regulars and standout Bridgeport players included Wilson Murphy Gransfors and Tackis. Kennedy starred for the Bridgeport reserves in a 3-2 loss to Hoboken reserves in the prelim.

Bridgeport City Hoboken F.C Hoboken N.J Clark Hoboken Kickers Johnston New Jersey Bridgeport Wilson Murphy Gransfors Tackis Wiberg Doherty Wlasseck Peter Kennedy

Home run production declines in majors

The Associated Press reports a four percent drop in major league home runs from 1956 to 1957. Total homers for both leagues fell to 2,492, with National League batters at 1,178 and American League at 1,024. The Sterling House Adult Chess Club meets tonight at 7 and the Junior Chess Club gathers Thursday at 7, both in the Sterling House.

New York Sterling House New York Yankees John Jing Ishkan Herb Benjamin Associated Press

YMCA Industrial Bowling League Opens 10 Division

The YMCA Industrial Bowling League debuts with ten divisions at the alleys, inviting teams from local businesses to compete. Organizers emphasize community participation and weekend play, with standings and schedules to follow.

Ymca Industrial Ymca Industriat Neathfield Alleys Sikorsky Underwood General Electric Inst Warners Sikorsky Ee Remington Ra Brass Raybestas Nictaphon Bryant Moore Toot Teague Treenrils Sikorsky Ind Buckley Rogers Buckley Nenanne OV S. Olsenseer Ikotsky Ses Ees Rt S. Rogers Ymca Rial Bowling Agle Dylston Newfieldleys Warner Bros Jyant Elec Brass MLS Divtaphabe Moore Tool General Fledeie Raybestos Remington Ryeory Chite Fairfiel Ladies Bowing Brass A Raybestas Detroit Controls Fort Didagh Giaguinto Roman Mul Dell's Co Fairfield Det Stora Bot Métal Goods Ttalian Community Center Ferranita Larry's Diner Jenning's Coast Raybeston Tassinacria Marcheglana Society HOMER

Baseball Powerhouses Spark Wide League Home Run Totals

The Yankees led the majors with 190 homers in 66 games while the Braves paced the NL with 199, a 22 homer gain. Kansas City 166 and Boston 153 trailed as runners up in their leagues, with Cincinnati at 187 and Milwaukee among only a few teams posting increases alongside the Cubs Giants and Cardinals.

Yankees Kansas City Athletics Boston Red Sox Kansas City Boston Milwaukee Braves Cincinnati Braves Athletic Red Sox Chicago Cubs New York Giants St. Louis

Bridgeport Giants drill after 37 0 win over Wethersfield Prison

The Bridgeport Giants defeated Wethersfield State Prison 37 0 and will practice tonight at 6 o clock at Seaside Park. Afterward players meet in the club rooms at 706 Hallett Street.

Bridgeport Giants Wethersfield Seaside Park Hallett Street

Belmont Selections Reported From United Press

Belmont selections list multiple horses and sires with choices including Our Valdina Bravely Waving Ol Burner Longhoss Lady Libby Counter Spy Silver Sultan Convoy Number Phase Liberty Gustavius Apple Annie Iywa Eternal Son Navy Fighter Gold Finery Red Ridinghood Julen Point Alanesian Lewilah Lis Royale Native Port Nibonny Ginger Brow with Alanesian favored as best pick.

United Press Our Valdina Longhoss Lady Libby Silver Sultan Liberty Gustavius Apple Annie Iywa Eternal Son Red Ridinghood Julen Point Alanesian Lewilah Lis Royale Nibonny Ginger Brow Wee United Fress Worry Beth Laurel Wreath Mary Lawler Our Vaidina Bravely Waving Ishid-Ann Kaw Maid Sob Singer Paxes Darling Xoh Burner Lysistrata Persia Lillys TM Baring Counter Spy United Pness xLittle Ford Odd Black House Tamarelli Prince Tip Carels Beans Carolyn WaKing Twig Mr. Melpet Rippelay Trust Allis Andys Baird Machine Hanniver Metroit Azalea Navy Jet Liberty Red Arrow Kuniac Medora c-Riteview Farmersville Six Way Deborah Tier Bay Ciro Albia Lovedrop Urlongs Sabretooth Cnantos Russell Dancer Sherrytan Nicole Wi Wack Fenve Naughty Nymph Sir Alxandr Kaye Rugby Road Rugby Road 118 a—Pragenzano-Webster, b—Levinson-Winding Way, c—Serhrest Aryna Thrill Daruhinl Dudley-Stern b—McNight Endine Wana Prophets Bell Leallah Tyari Gang Miss Siam hMurtagh-Kline tAchilleus Manger Brown The Axe Anthea Wi bHoney Ann Papa Byroen Dousgherty Angering Mike xGang Fox Kantello Glade Patricia Pinky Jo Royal Review Dark Belle Nearways Flash Inia Glory Hightone Old Prospector Mythical Land Giles Girl Bereen Railway Express Engr Detroit

Atlantic City Entries And Donelli Family Notes

Atlantic City card lists harness entries and stakes with multiple claiming events and turf races. The report notes Columbia coach Buff Donelli praising his son Dick Donelli, who led a 23-20 upset over Brown at Providence, detailing a candid moment of coaching rivalry and family dynamics in college football.

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Suffolk Entries Atlantic Selections Report

Fine Mouche and Roseardan lead as entrants in the Suffolk Atlantic Selections. Multiple horse names follow including Bing Bang and Merida Wite with entries such as Ter Frank and Summer evel. Unleashed Noordeen Stay Sroochie is listed among competitors with Want Give Up and Nosee Em nearby. One best chosen is Sickles Sound.

United Press Fine Mouche Roseardan Bing Bang Bombdra God Child Longspur Backbone Blekles Merida Wite Ter Frank Summer Evel Noordeen Shesacard Sickles Sound

Belmont Park Entries Across Mixed Card Show Big Field

United Press reports cloudy fast track as Belmont Park posts a packed program with claiming events for 2 and 3 year olds, plus maiden and allowance races. Notable runners include Beth Laurel Wreath Our Vaidina and Little Ford in varied distances and post times amid a large field and post-position notes.

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