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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1920

Page

6

Indians Clinch World Series Edge in Sensational Game

Cleveland rockets to a 3-2 series lead over the Dodgers as Elmer Smith blasts a four-base hit and Bill Wambsganss completes an unassisted triple play. Jim Bagwell drives in two with a homer, while Grimes struggles on the mound for Brooklyn. The Indians’ offense and defense stun 27,000 fans in a record setting showcase.

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Brooklyn Takes Doubleheader Clash with Indians

In a wild game, Jim Bagby homered off Grimes after a long plate battle. Wambsganss made a leaping catch to deny Kilduff an automatic run and Cleveland suffers a dramatic late-inning loss as Brooklyn wins the day. Wambsganss and Johnston star for Brooklyn in a tense showdown with Cleveland.

Rorty to Announce at Casino Tonight

Harvford boxing crowd will hear Red Rorty, a premier New England ring announcer, make his debut in the city during a Walnut club show. Matchmaker Mike Healey has secured him to headline the Joe Humphries staff at the Casino tonight. The veteran referee Rea, famed for his witty quips, will also perform as the “Answer Man” in the event.

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Rival football clash ends in no score at Milford

The Walnut A C and Milford A C opened the fall season at Guilt street grounds in a bitter no score game. Milford right halfback Ford starred with two interceptions returning ten yards apiece, shaping the Milford defense and showcasing Ford’s notable performance.

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Wamby's Triple Play Shocks Indians in World Series

A chaotic game between the Cleveland Indians and Brooklyn Robins features Wamby’s raro triple play, two home runs by Cleveland and a dramatic ending as Wheat’s ball hits a fielder and sails into the stands. The Robins rally with Bagby on the mound but fall short 1 0 in a bizarre finish at old park.

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Composite Box Score From A Trio Of Games

Reading of box score details shows Cleveland and Brooklyn teams, multiple players such as Grimes Coveleskie Marquard and Bagby, and pitching line notes across four games with winning pitchers Coveleskie Grimes S Smith and Coveleskie again and losing picks Marquard Bagby Caldwell Cadore Grimes.

Cleveland Wins World Series Tilt Amid Stiff Brooklyn Challenge

Crowds packed Cleveland and nearby streets as the Indians beat the Brooklyn Dodgers in a tense World Series game. Key figures include Ray Chapman, Tris Speaker, and pitcher Bagby for Cleveland, with Grimes and O’Neill among Brooklyn bats. Attendance reached 26,684 with receipts of $82,059 as fans overflowed the ballpark and surrounding avenues.

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Indians Triumph in Triple Play Historic Feat

In Cleveland, a remarkable unassisted triple play stunned fans as the Indians clung to a 1-0 win over Brooklyn. Smith powered four at bats with a long homer and three singles, while Baker and others provided timely hits, and the team vowed luck would turn in forthcoming games.

Allen versus Rector in twelve round Walnut Club card

The Walnut Athletic Club presents Allen against Rector with Mary Ann billed as Allen's amour amid a stacked lineup at Camino on State Street. Fans anticipate a decisive win for Allen to secure a shot at Frankie Britt, with 23 bouts signed and a 9:14 start time under Matchmaker Healey.

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Final Star Ov Ebony and Young Boxers Hit Card

Readable lines describe bouts between Amy Jelly and Murry Garde in a 42 round event and Frankie Young Mack versus Young Maruke in 12 rounds with reversed stars. Announcer Hugh Hed Rorty and timekeeper Joe Wate oversee the Walnut 2 Al Gasing show promoted by Mike Heal.

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Players in Big Series Share in Over 200000

Cleveland and Brooklyn players split prize money from the World Series with Cleveland players earning about 4204 each and Brooklyn players about 3951 each. The gap reflects attendance and team outcome, with Chicago and New York shares totaling 45717.69 after five games. Attendance reached 128,638 with receipts around 99,793.70 to the National Commission and club owners.

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Mohican Jrs. Triumph in Close Warfields Clash

Mohican Jrs. edged Warsides in a tight football game yesterday to cap their season. Players are invited to report for practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings.

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Acorns Defeat 2Xrile A C in 30 to 0 Victory

The Acorn eleven defeated Myre A C 30 to 0 on the road. Sehorn Fort and Boyden starred for Acoring with long end runs as the defense held firm like a stone wall. State League results list Manchester 2 New Haven Ansonia Swedish A C 1, Graphaphones 1 Waverly Now Departure 3, and Stamford F F U 3 Bridgeport Rovers 3.

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