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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1922
Page
17
The piece discusses limits on homers, noting early baseball legends like Joss and Ruth. It cites historical norms where players were allowed fewer than two homers per season, contrasting with eras when power hitting was less prominent. The text reflects debates on batting trends and pitcher offenses.
Real estate and business notices list numerous houses for sale or rent in Stratford, Fairfield, and surrounding towns. Advertisements mention single and multi family homes with improvements, terms, and locations such as Main Street, State Street, Noble Avenue, and Southport. Also included are moving services, a garage, confectionery and grocery stores for sale, and various personal and household items available.
A garbled classified page lists many sale and lost notices. Items include stoves ranges, furniture, a bed, sewing machine, and kitchenware. Also offers corner stores for rent, poultry supplies, machinery tools, and a few reward notices. Local addresses and contact snippets appear amid the fragmented listings.
A garbled historical column lists funeral service details for multiple individuals including Harriet, Conway, and William, with addresses such as 80 Perler Street and 200 Trigrment Lane. It also includes election caucus notices, tax assessor schedules, and public meeting dates in Bridgeport, Connecticut, referencing specific dates, times, and locations like the Town Hall and Street addresses. The document mixes obituaries, cards of thanks, and civic notices with scattered dates and scattered names from the period.
Kansas voters face a high stakes fight over an industrial court as Republicans and Democrats clash in a turbulent primary. Gov Williams and party leaders weigh the court’s fate while labor groups push for support of the court’s abolition or maintenance ahead of the November 7 election.
Dundee announces a rest period before facing Willig Jackson, the only fighter to Ko Dundee. He will skip hard road work, favor light sparring and diet control to gain a slight edge, aiming to weigh in near his best for the Wednesday night bout in Philadelphia.
The article reviews the sixteenth Davis Cup and notes Britain, Australia, and the United States each won five of the 22 years, with the US trailing behind Britain and Australia. It highlights legendary players like Tilden Johnston Brookes Wilding and discusses doubles mastery, shifting dominance, and questions who will rise next.
Several rental listings offering room cottages and six room houses with different amenities. Locations include Stratford North Day and 11g Santoye Pare Glarder area with rates from 24 to 49 and 40 dollars. Furnished winter Myrtle Beach option and a garden area near Noble 70, GH.
A plea from churches across the United States and religious bodies urges the U S government to halt the massacre of Armenians. The appeal, supported by the Federal Council of Churches and other denominations, calls for urgent international pressure and protective measures for Armenian civilians.
Canadian voters elevate farmer leaders to premier posts across provinces. The Farmers party triumph reshapes provincial governments as RR leaders like Premier Yuri of Ontario, Premier Greenfield of Alberta, and Premier Oliver of British Columbia gain prominence amid rural support.
A fragmented obituary page lists Harriet E. Marshall Conway and Arthur E. Tenffeld among others. It notes funerals at their homes or local chapels, burial at local cemeteries, and mentions several relatives and organizations. The text also includes political notes about farmers and a Canadian official, with corrupted names and dates.
Fragmentary report describes Vaughn MayTwirl for the Browns in 1922. It mentions Manghton Yinkus pocher and Mant Kan die, with references to a treaty Mann p see retest. Vaughn reportedly ranked in Cleveland and received an invitation to a game, details unclear due to damaged text.
Tonight two hour bike race to decide fault at New York Velodrome track on 225th Street and Broadway. Twlty teams start with McNamara Grenda and McBeagh pairing noted from last Friday. John Shapman also to hold toe cornered event with Sama amateur participant.
A 1922 baseball season feature examines the Brooklyn Robins struggles with Grimes and High failing to spark the pitching and hitting. Injuries, form declines, and management tensions are cited as key factors, plus disappointed stars like Smith and Mitchell.
Dave Rosenberg, recognized as New York middleweight champion by the boxing commission, sent a challenge to the winner of Hlambone Kelley and George Robinson to fight here on Friday. If Robinson defeats Wilson, Shetley would face Wilson for the New York State title pending Massachusetts approval. Kelley and Robinson reportedly declined Rosenberg's championship demand.
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