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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1927
Page
9
Major teams across the eastern gridiron push stronger attacks as they prepare for upcoming sectionals. Dartmouth, Yale, Maryland, and Pittsburgh show scoring punch, while Princeton, Army, Harvard, and Penn State reassess offenses and defenses amid tougher schedules and key intercollegiate matchups this week.
In New York Oct 3 Associated Press reports Canzoneri dominated 10round bout against Tommy Ryan of Buffalo delivering a severe pasting with advantages each round. Ryan was hurt in the fourth and body attack continued. Other bouts included Jory Marien Brooklyn loss and Adgle Solomon beating King Clomon in a Philadelphia arena. Mele of Lowell captured the welterweight title by knocking out Meyer Cohen in Boston.
Harvard announces changes to its football squad with Ort, Abe, and Horween moving roles as Purdue looms next Saturday. G Hoyt, O'Gannell, and Hitch shift positions to balance losses, Sam Burns moves to backfield, plus new centers and guards deployed. Tarr and Sturges promoted from scrubs to bolster the backfield. Porer joins varsity backfield as six feet two, 215 pounds from Milwaukee.
Joe Harris predicts the Pirates will clinch the world championship, highlighting the five right hand pitchers Kreme Aldridge Hill Meadows and Milius plus John Nilsuh and Mike Gylen gros as key arms. He notes the Pirates’ fighting spirit and strong lineup featuring Pie Traynor Glenn Wright Earl Smiths and Babe Ruth power on the Yankees as a tough test.
New York challenger Charles Harmon led United States pocket billiards world title contender James Maturo 104 to 86 after the first block. The match runs to 1089 points with Harmon posting a high run of 46 as Maturo reached 37.
Donte Bush, manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, completes his first season in charge. His prior major league managing included the 1929 Washington Senators, with Indianapolis as a minor league pilot. Bush, a former star shortstop, began his professional career in 1906 and played for the Tigers before managing in Indianapolis and the Senators.
Flossie Dillon captured the Danbury Fair harness race feature a 750 dollar stake. In the 225 event two divisions ran with Mabel Choshote and Star Grattan among starters, results listed with times and notable entrants.
Pittsburgh previews the World Series catching matchup with Earl Smith as the mainstay. Smith brings stronger defensive record and feared bat, shaping the Pirates edge over New York. Pat Collins Grabowski and Bengough provide rotation but lack Smiths experience and punch.
Rain washed out range finding for the Yankee artillery in Pittsburgh. Babe Ruth praised the park for its hitting, Ruth and Gehrig homered twice each, Gemik celebrated his mother's successful operation, and fans watched the temporary left field boxes encroach on foul territory.
New York heavyweight Gene Tunney vanishes after a conference with manager Billy Gleason. With 94 hours to locate him, officials fear a possible flight or worse as Phil Scott’s arrival looms for the winter heavyweight parade and potential Garden bout amid tense rumors and family concerns.
Chicago October 3 Associated Press Jack Johnson once heavyweight champion filed for insolvency to stave off creditors. He cannot pay a 82500 balance on an 812000 bill for jewelry bought in 1922 for ex wife Lucille Cameron Johnson, in a bid to deter divorce. Johnson laments finances after years of fame and large earnings.
The Catholic Sokols, state league champions, issue a challenge to the White Eagles for the city championship. The Sokols cite their strong record including wins over the Rosebuds and AR as justification for a decisive contest.
Canterbury wins Harbor Hill steeplechase about two miles over Aqueduct course. Skedaddle second, Waitin bid Bangle fourth. Prize $9,900. time 4 09 16. Black Cuir with Jumbo second and Domina third won six furlongs in mud. Other horses: Volante, Witchmount, Retert, Lugene, Old Times, Great Sport, Ostin, Grand Dad.
Toronto October گزارش By Associated Press Miss Glena Collett of Providence Rhode Island won the Canadian women's open golf championship finishing with a score of 77. Helen Payson of Portland Maine and another American tied for second with 82 while Miss Van Wie of Chicago placed third with 82. Ada Mackenzie and Alex Stiling, former champion pair, tied for fourth with 83. Collett took the lead at the fifteenth hole after trading sixes earlier, securing the medal with a strong uphill approach and solid long shots.
Rain delays mark arrival of Yankees and Pirates in Pittsburgh as fans flood Forbes Field. Walt Hoyt or Reg Kremer may start for the Yankees or Pirates respectively, with Herb Pennock and Dutch Ruether considered. Rumors swirl about who will jumpstart the Series and ticket scalping soars amid anticipation. Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig deliver power displays despite damp conditions.
The third annual team match between the Connecticut Women’s Golf Association and the Boston Women’s Golf Association is set for Wednesday morning at the Tedesea County Club in Scampscott, Massachusetts. Connecticut captain Mrs A R Ellis will lead a Nutmeg nine from a pool of 20 players set to be chosen, with Massachusetts selecting its squad the same morning to contest an 18 hole medal play format.
Worcester Mass Oct 3 1927 Dean Francis X Downey of Holy Cross College announced that Edward A Doherty 28 captain elect of the 1928 Purple baseball team has been ruled ineligible for athletics for a probationary period due to scholastic difficulties. Doherty will not be allowed to participate in fall baseball practice.
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