Norwich Pro Matmen Battle In Tag Bout Tonight
Harry Nettelbladt wins state PGA title as Knights of Columbus hall hosts a weekly pro wrestling tag bout. Dusek and Austein lead opposite George Temple and Tony Mattrei in a two out of three fall match with 45 minute limit, plus a preliminary hosts Tarzan Hewitt versus John Kirkpatrick. Action starts at 8 30.
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al Alexander
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Hewitt
Herbie Freeman
Eagles Practice Schedule For Week At Heechwood Park
The Bridgeport Eagles begin workouts tonight at 6 at Heechwood Park ahead of road games. Sunday they face the Port Chester 90s, October 1 against the Meriden Falcons, and October 8 travel to Harrison, N.Y.
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Sultans vs Chris' Corner at Seaside Park Saturday
The Sultans meet Chris' Corner football squad Saturday at 10 o'clock in the morning at Seaside Park.
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Sultans
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Herman on Block as Bucs Manager
Three Pittsburgh Pirates co-owners meet to decide whether manager Billy Herman should be blamed for the team's poor performance. Frank McKinney and John Galbreath weigh the contract and changes, with Bing Crosby having a vote, as fans and attendance dip and pitching and catching struggles persist.
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Frank E. McKinney
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Fort Wayne Zoliners Capture World Softball Title
In 49 degree weather at Cleveland Fort Wayne men defeated Toronto Peoples Credit Jewelers 4 to 0 as Bill Weat fanned 17 and pitched a no hitter to win the men's world amateur softball crown. New Orleans JAX girls rallied from behind three times to beat Phoenix Ramblers 6 to 4 for the women’s title before a 4,000 strong crowd.
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Avon Procards 144 10 Succeed Burke as Champ
Harry Nettelbladt of Avon won the Connecticut PGA title at Norwich Golf Club in rain. He posted 73 and 71 for 144 total, succeeding Eddie Burke who withdrew after one round. Stan Stanzowski second with 146, Lee Mallory third with 148.
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Eddie Burke
Race Brook
Lee Mallory
Wheeler Park
Stan Stanzowski
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Stan Mtarsek
Pine Orchard
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Frank Sarro
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Rocktedge
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Ineiian Vel
Doct Smith
Walingford
Doc Donato
Charles
Cap” Perkina
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Stan Fink
Stanley
Keddie Burke
Naverook
Henney Gerardi
Putnam
Low Galley
Mol River
Leo Chisinaki
Chippanee
Softball Champions Honored At Dinner
More than 100 players and guests attended the City softball league annual dinner at Club Cinderella. Black Rock A A won the city championship trophy donated by John Creel and the league crown trophy from Timothy Bros, with every player receiving an award. Park Avenue Restaurant earned the City Independent Softball tournament trophy and each player got a prize. Gans Tavern received runner up honors as players got clasps, league president A Edward Sandula received a utility bag, and Glenn Laudenslager served as toast master. Presenters included Earl Mastrt and John Créel with speakers Freddie Reichert, Tony Sannarone, Toto Caldaroni, Herb Angell, Bob Mooney, John Gang, Jim Nilan, Ernie Spano and Andy Dirgo.
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Tony Sannarone
Toto Caldaroni
Herb Angell
Bob Mooney
John Gang
Jim Nilan
Ernie Spano
Andy Dirgo
Good Golf Swing Mechanics For A Consistent Downswing
The article describes a balanced golf downswing with a straight left arm guiding the clubhead in a wide circle. It notes the right elbow under the shaft to pull hands down, enabling hip and shoulder pivot for an outward inside-out swing that passes across the target line, aiming for a straight, far-flying ball. It also advises keeping the head fixed as a rhythm anchor during the swing.
Giants take lead as rally seals win over Cubs
Melton forced Augie Galan to ground out to end the game with the winning run on base, sending the Giants back to the Polo Grounds with a 3 1/2 game lead over the Cubs and 13 games left.
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Stratford Holy Name
Stamford
Longbrook Park
Tony Manero
Belmont
Mass
New York Americans
National Hockey League
Clarence Day
Jack Shill
Toronto Maple Leafs
Yankees Prepare for Springfield Test at Candlelite
Bridgeport Yankees aim for a third straight win as they face the Springfield American Legion at Candlelite Stadium. Pat Pepper, a former Redskins player, coaches the Legion while Col. Jack Mead says Kondiatovich will be unavailable for the opener.
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G. E. and Bryant Girls In Playoff Tilt Today
G E and Bryant Electric clash to decide runner-up in YMCA Girls Industrial Softball at Seaside Park Diamond No 4. Game starts at 5:45 P M. Raybestes edged G E and Bryant for the league title after a two round season dominated by victories and tosses.
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General Electric
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Seaside Park
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G. E
Bryant
Kunkel's Team Leads Metropolitan League Bowing Night
Kunkel's team aims to extend its winning streak to nine straight in the Metropolitan Bowing league at Main alleys tonight. They face Isaac's squad while other pairings include Deninger's versus Cali's Cleaners Motor Mart against Butcher's Supply and Tom Thumb against Red-E-Tool.
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Deninger’s
Cali’s Cleaners
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Butcher'a Supply
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Westerns To Drill For Tryouts Tonight At Wentfield
Western Jackson football team will practice at six o clock tonight at Wentfield. Players wishing a tryout are asked to be present. Games are sought with any team in or out of the city. Phone 40848.
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Crippled Yale Team Drills For Opener
New Haven, Sept. 22 AP Yale's injury list remains long as the Elis endure a 90 minute mud drenched workout in the final phase of 1947 season preparations. Capt Cotty Davison Ed Pivcevich center Bill Conway and end John Setear return from the Holy Cross scrimmage. Levi Jackson with a chest contusion and cold works sparingly but aims to be ready for Saturday's Kings Point opener.
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Dint’s Brsa Tobacco Praised For Flavor Cut Process
An old advertising snippet extols Dint’s Best Burley tobacco as a smoking favorite among men praising natural goodness and the special Flavor-Cut process. It highlights a snug folding pouch that prevents tobacco spilling in a seller’s pocket.
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