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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1927
Page
9
Yanks face Pirates to launch the 24th World Series with Earl Combs atop the lineup. The piece traces historic World Series beginnings from 1903 to recent decades, noting repeated annual play, notable pitchers, and landmark attendance and gate figures across early 20th century matchups.
Apollo boxing club in this city has not yet received sanction to host amateur bouts. Joseph Wertz cochairman of the ALA notes a registration issue, and the club will be barred from staging events until approval is granted.
Ten golfers from the United States advance to the second round of the Canadian women's open championship in Toronto. Glenna Collett from Providence and Maureen Orcutt of Englewood reach the next round amid windy, tough conditions as Canadian hopes center on Ada Mackenzie and Alexa Stirling Fraser.
At the Atlanta Southeastern fair Hazelton, a leading Grand Circuit pacer, won the Alttmore stake in 2:12 pace with a purse of 3000 dollars. Clara Bascom, owned and driven by J W Murphy, finished second. Louis Direct, owned by Walter Candler, won the Dinkler stake in 2:07, earning 2500 dollars with David Fellows 2nd. A Southern pacers race saw Wanna Grattan win in 2:17.
Princeton university issued new schedules targeting a New England varsity soccer drive and cross country and freshman football games. Key dates include varsity soccer October 29 Haverford in Philadelphia and November 12 Yale in New Haven. cross country November 11 Yale in New Haven and November 21. freshman football November 5 Yale freshmen at New Haven and November 11 Dartmouth freshmen at Princeton.
Capablanca of Cuba and Alexander Alekhine of Russia agreed to a draw in the eighth game of the world chess championship in Buenos Aires. Only one move was made after the game resumed, leaving Capablanca with two wins and Alekhine five draws. the next and final game is set for tomorrow night.
Fairfield eleven faces King school with multiple injuries and ineligible players. Several stars out, backfield scarce, and two top ends sidelined. Coach Hellman weighs using Frank Lalley Jr. after practice. Lalley formerly played end at a Florida prep school.
Instructional note on swing follow through emphasizing balance rhythm and how to finish the shot. Suggestions include left leg brace hands and clubhead alignment, wind influence, and avoiding a weak hesitant stroke while maintaining proper form and direction.
Bridgeport fighters swept the Norwalk Armory amateur boxing event. Russ Murray edged Jack McCure in four furious rounds, with Hilly Lawrence defeating Tommy Brown and Ted Lacraix besting Kid Houser. Eddie Logan out pointed Al Serra, Tommy Carroll beat Bil Bridges, O'Brien defeated Bills, Frank Smith topped Frankie Williams, and Red Moore beat Frank Rizzo.
The World Series pits the New York Yankees champions of the American League against the Pittsburgh Pirates champions of the National League. Best four of seven determines the champion. Schedule places Games 1 and 2 in Pittsburgh, Games 3 to 5 in New York, with Games 6 and 7 back in Pittsburgh if needed. Weekday starts are 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with a possible 2:01 PM start if a game is played on Sunday.
Pirates coach Dorie Bos globetrotters in final drills at Forbes Field as Paul Waner homers to right, while Yankees onlook. Pirates name Rey Reeser and Aldridge to start, with right-handers ready. Both managers predict victory, Bush citing strength and pitching, Huggins optimistic about Yankees despite tough series.
One Hour ridden by Jock Pields captures the Beldame handicap at Aqueduct, a five furlong race for two year olds, in 1:01 flat. Daunt and Fair Mint place third for Rancutas stable behind the winner and runner-up Ommand. Capital Handicap at La Toran goes to Or mand with Haritunde aboard. Panders not far back. St. Charles wins Hawthorne feature for two year olds, and Woodbine’s Woi gither finishes fourth in the Chiming at 2 jares.
Local encounter reports a farmer Winslow claiming his bull chased a couple through his field after a disputed crossing. Mrs Brook blames Junhana for the incident and mentions an attempted preparation moment prior to the crossing.
Non playing experts eye Earl Combs of the Yankees as a probable star in the upcoming series. Yankee catcher Hoyt and managers Howley Onslow praise Combs for his plate skill and safe fielding as expectations grow ahead of the games at Forbes Field.
The Daily Princetonian plans an editorial endorsing the alumni football game between Harvard and Princeton, noting its aim to resume friendly relations and donate part of the proceeds to the Red Cross. Dean Fine says the October game at Yankee Stadium lacks official university sanction, but alumni influence remains significant despite denials from athletic officials.
Ray Kremer and Waite Hoyt named as the starting pitchers for the opening game, with Pirates Ray Kremer facing Yankees veteran Waite Hoyt. The City of Pittsburgh buzzes as 40000 fans prepare to watch the World Series opener, while Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig loom as major threats in the Yorke lineup.
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