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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1922
Page
20
Washington Ochi-Bheed leads in double plays as stat lines show the Washington Americans atop the season totals with 165, highest ever by a big league club. Final tallies released by Irwin Howe list leading AL and NL teams in double plays, with Washington and Chicago among leaders.
Wilson faces an indefinite suspension if he does not accept the proffered terms by Friday. The commission states Harry Greb will be reinstated if Wilson declines, with the light heavy champion ready to fight by that deadline.
Kansas football fans readied for a landmark clash as the Kansas Jayhawks travel east to meet Army, a first for a Missouri Valley Conference school against the notable cadet team. Coach Patsy Clark leads about thirty players, with eleven linemen, as Kansas plans a tougher schedule including Oklahoma and Missouri showdowns.
Boston crowds eye a clash between Johnny Karr of Cleveland and Malone, a rising lightweight. Karr has faced Jock Malorne twice, securing a decision in one bout and a disputed result in the other. If Malone wins, a rematch with Jock may loom, while Cleveland fans call for trouble for Malone.
Grashos set to host Lenox based New Haven footballers this Sunday at Newfield Park. Crusho-Lenox manager Harry Frank arranged an unbalanced road schedule with several players from Washington Grey and New Haven High, aiming to boost attendance and performance.
Devon eleven with Bridgeport regulars clash as Waverly Lewis leading American Chains team and star QB Burton highlight the injury plagued lineup. McCarthy named to handle games this season after strong showing in Sunday’s contest. Devon hopes to rebound in new uniforms for next Saturday's matchup.
Report suggests New England will stage the 1983 women’s national championship after praise for Sulphur and discussion of venues. Clubs at Manchester and Ekwanok considered, with potential moves to Shaynee or Westchester if the preferred courses are unavailable. Rumors also mention Bikmor or nearby mountain courses as alternatives.
Harvard head coach Fisher trims the Crimson squad in Cambridge Massachusetts. The article notes several players shifting positions as Yale game plans and a heavyweight bout with Wid Koster in New Orleans October 15 is teased.
Fragmented notes show Lafayette University facing budget constraints as it considers reducing planned pool and swimming facilities. The document mentions a stalled project at Ston and broader campus spending pressures affecting athletic amenities.
All Fairfield team tightens training ahead of Sunday clash with the Cast Lockwoods of Norwalk. The Lockwoods rank among the region’s fastest semi pro squads, but Fairfield remains confident they can trim them.
Cleveland outfielder Joe Evans will begin practicing medicine in Cleveland this winter, signaling a career shift from baseball to healthcare. Evans will transition from the diamond to medical work, integrating sports discipline with patient care.
Avon will play Mohicans Sunday at Avon Park in their first game of the season. Avon aims to build on a successful previous year and must perform at best against the well drilled Mohicans. A practice meet is scheduled tonight at 7 30 with all players to report at the club rooms.
Leslie Mann, former St. Louis outfielder, arrived today to begin work as backfield coach for Indiana University football. The squad held a five hour workout with Shelfresaman providing scrimmage opposition. Mann’s hire comes as Indiana builds its coaching staff. Concurrently, Leslie Junamaker, ex Yankee Brown and Red Sox, was appointed manager at Chattanooga.
The Acorns schedule their season opener against Lone Star at Seastle Park on Sunday at 3 40 pm local time. Players must report in uniform to the club room by 12 00 pm. In Paris, light heavyweight champion Biting Siki cancels his bout with German champion Brelteng without reason given.
Boston October 5 Nate Siegel welterweight boxer from Revere has left the welterweight division to pursue a middleweight career. He has begun training and reports early success in Johnny Wilson's class, aiming to challenge Bryan Downer of Cleveland who has defeated Johnny Wilson in prior bouts.
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