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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1923

Page

8

Profs Grab Early Lead Lose Series Finale Homer Spark

George Fisher slugged a homer for New Haven as the Profs built an early lead and closed the series with a victory over Bridgeport. New Haven scored early, added two runs in the fourth, and clinched the win in the sixth as Bridgeport failed to overcome the deficit. Fisher’s blast with two aboard highlighted the frame. Bridgeport struggled at the plate and in the field, while Lew Haven and Hartford region teams show limited improvement in recent play.

George Fisher Homer NEW Waven New Ma Loftus Koftus Lew Haven Trentafield Hess Mio Hartford Fewman Neher Gallacher Gill de Oran O'Neil Prois New Haven

Todays Games Across Major Leagues

Brooklyn faces Boston and Chicago plays Pittsburgh while St Louis hosts New York and Neinnali is listed for Philadelphia with Pittsburgh and St Louis matchups set for today's schedule.

Tutley Louis Chicago Detroit Cleveland Boston Philadelphia Brooklyn Pittsvarenneinnali St. Leuis New York

Lawmakers Beat Brasscos 20-4 in Star Albany

Sept Albany defeated Waterbury 24-4 as fog plagued the game yet not nine innings. Waterbury pitcher Pitt allowed 25 hits total 420 ie. Four home runs were hit by the home team two by Kenna. Hughes collected five hits and drew a walk while saving pitchers times.

Albany

Fisher Day at Newfield Park This Afternoon

Fisher Day events at Newfield Park include performances by Albans and Hewler and a street opera. Local teams and guests will attend as the day showcases season highlights and a midweek contest at the road venue.

Newfield Park Tod Newt Aif Hoya Rmicmageient Toerroy Bere Geuin Perfors Hewler Tan Con Nuieck Albiv Yefield Leeds Waterbury

Fairfield Tigers Ready For Big Year On Grid

The Fairfield Tigers enter the season with high hopes and a strong lineup. Key players include notable figures such as Bo Matlos and Sitti, aiming to boost the team on the Katy region schedule.

Fairfield Tigers Katy Tiger Danawy Tale Et Nee Ligibs Reis Roth Bo Matlos Sitti Salta

Giants Extend Lead With 5-4 Win Over Phillies

New York Giants beat Philadelphia 5 to 4 to widen their pennant margin to four and a half games. Bentley pitched well for the Giants, while Mitchell started for Philadelphia returning from an injury. Home run by Cunningham and strong hitting propelled New York, as errors and late rallies shaped the contest.

New York New York Giants Philadelphia Bentley Siken Williams Brice Eis Mitchell Wilson Betts Lord Friach Young Ri Afeusel Cunningham Te Gowdy Bentley Jp Philadelhia Wokan Cunningbar Frigseh Paso Ensley de Mitchell Bensley Tee Betts Mitchel

Amateur boxers contest in North Britain tonight

Amateur boxers will compete in North Britain tonight in a regional tournament. The report lists a tag team of 17 boxers to appear before Liberty Hall officials with weights and ring names including Jolimy, Jimaty Ho hmgan, and others, amid a crowded lineup of contenders and matches.

N. Britain Nor Bani Bevers New Britain Armeny Baum Wilsingers

New York Police Officer Dan Tierney Named in Report

A garbled note from a New York police source lists Dan Tierney as the officer involved. It mentions Duan Vierney and Gene Kelly, with scattered references to a sports game and local acquaintances. The fragmentary text limits clear details beyond the police context and sports hints.

Duan Vierney Poter Erfort York Polices Gene Kelly Dan New York Forrest

Pearl Benhoe Wins Charter Oak Stakes in Ninth Renewal

Pearl Benhoe wins the thirty eighth Charter Oak Stakes at the grand circuit meeting defeating Taurida in a trio of tight finishes. Murphy trained runners dominate with Edward Marque and Willington also scoring in swift miles, while Loafus clips Homer with bases full and Pontes takes Springfield race.

Pearl Benboe Murphy Fartyord Conn Pearl Benhoe Charter Oak Stake Taurida Pearl Benban Sir Marans Bonnie del Hedgewiit Troy Loomlay Bengal Br. Ny Benhoe Boon Peter the Great Sin Peter Byam Gay Willington Bonniacol c Lambert Todd Ayn Toald Mercer, Ob Supotron Ihabea Abbie Visu Ley

State Checker Stars to Face New Jersey Team

The State Checker Stars will play a New Jersey team with captains and members listed. Ansonia’s Viva will lead the squad alongside players from Bridgeport, Derby, and Bridgeport W. Chipk. The article notes team rules and roster details for the upcoming match.

State Checker Stars New Jersey Beringer Char Viva Ansonia Chads Neabers Willhen Pryans Biesh Hditen J. Gurdon Drhigepent x Miewda Chirk Vrbhregiorty

Tennis Entries To Close Monday Starts Wednesday

The city championship tennis tournament at Brooklawn Country Club begins Wednesday afternoon. Entries will be accepted until six o clock on Monday, with men and women competing in singles and doubles. The City Tournament committee will handle submissions. The Bridgeport field shows a near doubling in entries, inviting veterans and newcomers alike.

Brooklawn Country Club Bridgeport

Dempsey Declares Wills No Title Chance Amid Action

Harry Wills faces a blocked title shot as Jack Dempsey remains champion after Mullins legal move to halt the Dempsey Firpo bout. Jack Kearns heads to New York to address the case, while Dempsey trains hard, signaling a decisive stance on the heavyweight title and Mullins actions.

Champion Mullins Jack Kearns

Dempsey Plans Island Society Break After Firpo Bout

Garden City dispatch reports heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey intends to join Long Island high society after his September 14 bout with Luis Angel Firpo in New York. He reportedly bought two 65 000 dollar estates on the island, signaling a social ascent.

Neady Kearns Dempsey Dempssey Farmer Lodge George Godfrey Lodge Minnesota Lodges Garden City N. Y Jack Dempsey Jiong Island Society Luis Angel Firpo New York

Wills Moves to Block Dempsey Firpo Title Bout

Harry Wills seeks court relief to halt the Dempsey Firpo championship match. An order to show cause will be returnable in Supreme Court tomorrow, targeting the State Athletic Commission over a contested prior right and a $2590 forfeit. Tex Rickard plans to attend, while the commission has sanctioned the fight for September 14 at the Polo Grounds.

New York Harry Wills Jack Dempsey Luis Firpo Norrow State Athletic Commission Supreme Court Wills’ Counjaer William Klein Klein Tex Rickard Polo Grounds Rickard Dempsey

Acorn Eleven Set To Play Road Games This Season

The Acorn football team plans most games on the road in a third season. Two weeks of practice done, first game expected in a fortnight. Captain and team manager to be chosen at next Tuesday’s session. Players called to report include Beyan Nelson Wade Nelson Me fann Brooks Hubbard Fitzgerald Rutkowski Pronzin Stojdolski Stojdolski Martin Plaza Youngs Belson Anderson Costello Gay Schondorff.

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