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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1922

Page

6

Shakeup Predicted at A A U Meeting in New Haven

Unrest grows over state meet handling as Bridgeport A C and upstate clubs clash over handicaps and eligibility. New Haven Monday meeting will elect officers for the ensuing year and set the local delegation for the national convention amid calls for a leadership change.

New Haven A. Aq Uig Sew Hanext SRT Knights of Columbus Bridgeport Upstate American Legion Kaceys Jane Lwiintia Nanahiad Cancecae Anderson B. AG Bridgeport A. C Othe Jae Sanderson Axual F Wtq la Wille Gahmost Connecticut Connecticut A. A. L. Was Orgganized Ther Years Ago Unc As Relandicappir Erican Legion

How They Stand Eastern League Brief Aide Update

In the Eastern League standings a brief update shows team positions, with top clubs leading the pack and others jockeying for playoff spots. The report highlights key performers and shifts in the latest set of matches affecting early season momentum.

Bridgeport A G Girls 10 Train Tonight

Bridgeport A G girls failed to practice at Seaside Park last night due to soggy conditions. Coach Anderson asks BN candidates to report early tonight to form a squad of eight to travel to New York on Saturday. He hopes to raise funds to cover expenses for the trip.

Bridgeport Seaside Park Anderson

Hagen Hutchison and AigeDonald Absent From New York Title

New York reports that Walter Hagen Jock Hutchison and Bob AigeDonald will not contend for the Metropolitan Opera golf championship at the Lida Club Long Beach L I this week. Defending open champion Gene Sarazen headlines a field of top pros and amateurs aiming for a rare sweep of major crowns.

New York Walter Hagen Jock Hutchison Bob AigeDonald Chicago Metropolitan Opera Long Beach Gente Sarazen Ocean Course Sarazen Jim Barnes Tomyhy Kerrigan George Kerrigan Jennute Farrell Bob Cruickshank Pat Doyly Tom Boyd John Golden Willie MacFarlane Joe Turnesa Pet O'Hara Marty O'Loughlin Charlie Hoeffner Evec Held T. Louis Youngster Frank Gedchaux New Orleans En Sawyer Professional Golfers’ Association

America Leads In Oyster Bay Races On Destroyer Mahan

The United States leads in three races for the British-American cup off Oyster Bay. After two days of events, the American team has 82 points to Britain’s 14, with one English entry, Jean, taking first place in the latest leg. Final scores show the U.S. ahead 64 to 44 overall.

Mahan Oyster Bax United States Syon Joxer Jean Armerican Strand Sir John Ward L'spri Grebe Aim Jean Ameren Colla Briand GiMs

Hall Community and Hillsides Vie for City Junior Title

Hall Community, champions of the Junior Cly League, face Hillsides, winners of the Lane Junior Recreation League, in the city junior championship opener at Beas Park. Hall Community relies on Paddy Lavery as pitcher while Hillsides, led by James Snee, boast strong field play and pennant momentum this season.

Beas Hall Lane Junior Recreation League Paddy Lavery James Snee

Metropolitan Open Golf Begins at East Bay Course

George Sparling and Al Culiel headline a field at the Metropolitan Open across Brooklawn and Milford courses. The three day event features 120 entries with top 30 advancing to two days of playoff. Notables include Sam Snead, Walter Hagen, and Bob Cruickshank in a strong lineup aiming for the Metropolitan and British titles.

George Epering Brooklawn Albert Gulell Palmbar Milford Tde Dong Beach L. Stnday Fitchison Walter Hagen Sparing Culel Jim Gothameritics Sparling Callet Port “Washington Arthur Vilord Ouvenkopa Feaura Ie Treferture Ceaso Maten Gené Sirazen National Opan Nuliopal Protrasionil Southern Chamipion Sarazen Im Barnes Bob Cruickshank Jacl Stull Eddie Pat O' Bara Johnny Ssrrul Beth

Mendell to clear up all coaching difficulties soon

Sept 12 official Yale Board of Control statement chaired by Professor C. W. Mendel is expected to clarify uncertainties in baseball and track. Reports say Captain Eddy will reappoint Bank Thom mers, Tommers and Mack to Yale athletic roles. board to decide on cur Tina.

NEW Maven Yate Athletic Board of Control C. W. Mendel Ace Caeh Eddy Bank Tommers Tt Wag F Uve Githerl Johnny Mack Tina Fyaie Icrlés Tommers Ant Mack Yale

Robbins Calls For Cross Country Team Tryouts

Coach Robbins urges wide turnout for cross country, aiming to field about fifty to sixty long distance runners. He plans ten tennis teams and initially targets thirty to forty candidates, with several tournaments on the horizon to prepare a state level Southern race school team.

Robbins Eixty Sepork dIany Lyon Sams Yayo Robbing Flys Clags Soatecrace

Shugrue to Fight Jackson Monday in Meriden

Boxing notes show Shugrue set to face Jackson Monday in Philadelphia card. Shugrue will clash with rival Dunder and must weigh in lighter for the world lightweight title tilt. Jackson, rumored to be Nate Sunder’s opponent, looms as a formidable challenge in the Kilbane division.

Johnny Brugria Tank Lois “Kid" Kapan Kilbane Meriden Waplin Shugrue Hng Een

Miss Hultman Wins in Municipal Tennis Tourney

Miss Hultman defeats Elroy in women's singles as Matehea leads the Municipal tennis tournament amid a weekend schedule. In the men’s draw J F Geaney beat Shelley 6 4 4 6 3 to advance to the final round, with other matches featuring Bhey Ton and T. Jere.

Hultman Matehea Snshee Balore Fulkmoae Ate Elroy Mins Flottman Iil Onlay T. Jere Ty Eich Mr. Bhey Ton J. F. Geaney Th Shelley Gearey Eihha

Sisler Sprained Ligament May Miss Rest of Year

St Louis Sept 12 The Associated Press reports George Sisler star outfielder for the St. Louis Americans suffered a sprained ligament in his right arm while reaching for a wide throw. Doctors fear he may be out for the season with the injury likely to end his year. The Browns face a severe setback as Sisler could miss multiple games and perhaps the remainder of the campaign.

Sisler ST. Louis Associated Press George Sisler Rohort Olin Ding Ian Musee Sigler iSigler Wlaturdiates Banques Sant Vielis Gay Retigg Browns

Sigler Emerges As Seasonal MVP Contender In American League

The article voices high praise for George Sigler of the Browns, labeling him the standout player and likely most valuable for 1922. It highlights his speed, fielding, and power as a swarthy successor to Cobb, with praise from analysts and comparisons to top figures, predicting he could be the league’s sensation.

George Staler Ing Ou Joule Browns Jagy Ry Cobb Coop George Sigler Cobb Elan Experta Twieler Listit University of Mehigan Aevertedan League Blas Mizling Bilis Aruch Siscalento Fitiar Jag Sisler Speet Theriy Ancy Foxe Base Hal Chute Connie Mask St. Tinuiane Holgh

Westport Owls to Field Strong Football Team

Westport writes that the Owls football squad is organized with Whitlam Crawley as mouirer and Lester Smith as captain for the season. Back with most stars, the team eyes a near perfect record and plans twice weekly practices plus short scrimmages on Sundays. Opening game is likely against Norwalk in Norwalk with schedule to be announced. players include Barall Brown, John Cooke, Les Earth, Ars Miller, and others.

Westport Owls Whitlam Crawley Lester Smith Norwvdle Norwalk Greens Owlt Bridgeport Farrance Trawley Westnort oThy Hackiell Baral Brown John Cooke Sind Les Earth Ars Miler Gee Carusone Meyer Alien Dehy Priwley Mic Onda Ruswall Jack Jocal Zeilois Frawiey

Avon football team planned at Avon Park field

A document announces Avon plans for a new football team to play at Avon Park. A manager and a captain will be appointed and interested teams or players are invited to report or call Stratford to arrange attendance.

Vrnetice Avon Park Stratfordsr

Golf Play at Beardsley Today

About 25 will contend at Beardsley Park links in a field for men over a stated age. Entries indicate a single round stroke play format with prizes. conditions and exact stakes to be announced. Authorities caution entrants about late entries and verify eligibility.

Glder Wien Bearley Park Links

Yale Opens Football Practice With Dropped Kicking Drills

Yale began practice as 74 candidates reported for the opening week. The session focused on kicking and punting with players like Mallory O’Hearn Jordan and Warner showing promise. George Aldridge leads the kicking effort as efforts to perfect the drop kick are planned. injuries and absences reduced the list of regulars.

Rew Bain Yale Billy Knapp Joe Oed Hoagth Hielder Warner Oed al Itto Rushine Rogalir Myron Fuller Jack der Tayk Tate Misa Yenray Wight Jann Hopkina Hospitel Baithmarts Prssene Lecaine Herr Ting Uul Epilege Watson Wien Revel McCrllum Reaceys Algq

Indians Close Win Over White Sox in Scoring Rush

Cleveland triumphs 8 1 0 7 over Chicago, with Gardner and Johnson supplying key blows. Gardner doubled, Humoy drove in runs, and Bowles struggled as Cleveland dodged Chicago pitching. Both teams tally but Indians pull ahead late with timely hits and bases.

Indians White Sox

Women’s Golf Event Postponed Due To Rain

A mixed toursomy was slated for a county venue with about twenty couples expected to enter. Half of the field favored a lower gross score for qualification while the event faced delays due to rain, pushing the ladies’ competition plan into today.

Bardleap Ilower Man Ag Man Ag the Fair Sex

Josephs Enters Carnegie Tech for Track Opportunity

Irving Josephs, mid-century sprinter from Heidsepore A. Co, reportedly entered Carnegie Tech for a Sunday event but did not compete. He previously held the world record for the 100 yard dash and ran for Hartford High in three segments, later joining a relay squad before the Penn meet.

Irving Josephs Tech Dartfors A. Co Cannels Josephs Hartford A. UL Rome Hartford High Ite

Stratford Town league clash lures Stratfordd teams

The Stratford Town league resumes next Sunday with Stratfordford F C and St Jonas in key matches. Avong leads the league with tough pairings while the Kaceys and Nozen Ends chase high scores in a competitive slate.

Stratforde Stratford Town Ime Avong St. Jonas

Rain Halts Play In City Title Tennis Tournament

City tennis champion George Macy Wheeler is favored to defend his title at Brooklawn as rain postponed the second round. Grumman is set to oppose Wheeler in the seventh round, with other matches listed for today and a busy schedule of singles and doubles events drawing large crowds.

G. M. Wheeler Grumman Brooklawn Brooklawn Club Ate George Macy Wheeler Will Dlasn T. W. Grumman Pinkie Grumman Yale Star Jie Wy G. Wi. Hamsterday John W. Wheeler Jr RS. Foster Phin Foster Wheeler Inthia Buckingham Bridgeport G. Weidlich Tegsther G. Wolfe Aeta Tendle Fang F. B. Hawley Victor Moulten Hawley H. V. Abbott C. A Month Tool W. Wheeler Sr Thornsen George Macy Wheeler T. WW. Grumman George Foster A. W. Rutter Victor Mouttley Vi Anderson O. T. Reach E.T. Buckingham Five Oldlock W. & Lacy L. K. Laraan John Wheeler Jn H. W. Scrang Gerald Lineburgh A. Chapmer Clara Ham B. Neithercut Mixes Suse Jennings Esther Gerrich M. B. Waldo Grundage Louisa ‘Haviland Vreeland S. W. Strang Taney Woidlich G. Weidlion A. W. Rutser A. E. Cuvart HB. Brow T. Gruman F. B. Tawley We G. Willams John Wilson

Staples High 70 Have Grid Team at Staples High

Westport Sept 12 Staples High opened Monday and Principal Archur Wen sve pn cal for football. The Boys Association not yet organized but officers to be elected. Three members of last year’s winning team graduated. two lettermen and three lettermen on the second team returning. Girls basketball planned with limited material.

Westport Archur B. Wensve Sip Hay Milford High

Track Meet at South Manchester in 1922

A sanctioned outdoor track meet was held at the Recreation Center of South Manchester on September 23 featuring ten open events and several closed events. Entry likely included A C film entrant. events ranged from sprints to field competitions including relay and pole vault.

South Manchester Sptember Cffair Filmepact A. Oc Hartford County

Horse Races Called Off At Seaside Park

The American Lesson will not stage the planned races at Seaside Park due to expenses and logistical issues. The committee chair notes costs of bringing horses and shelter, plus low proceeds from Sunday events, failed to clear expenses. exact takings remain undetermined.

Seaside Park Aehtetic Come Amaiv

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