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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1920

Page

9

Dodgers Narrow Giants Lead With 4-2 Victory

Brooklyn overwhelms New York 4 to 2 as pitching and timely hitting push the Dodgers within one win of the National League pennant. Key moments feature Myers, Burns, and Olson driving in runs while Jones and Krueger contribute on base paths. Fans fill the stands as the race tightens.

Brooklyn New York Superbus Giants the Vale Rhursday Gad Douglas Krueger Marquard Olson Myers Sales Corshe Hants Nels Grith Wheay Georre Burns Johnston Burns Bancroft Young Griffith Don Your Lef Cleveland Gaston Cincinnati Pirates Fran Cinelinge Phi Hangel Bopton

Brooklyn Speculators Disrupted at Ebbetts Field Court Hearings

A chaotic Brooklyn scene unfolded as seven baseball ticket speculators were arrested after a Glenns Dodgers game dustup. Magistrate Mel Clokkey heard Ebbet accused of tipping the scales for the downtrodden and vowed to curb speculation that robs fans of Grandstand seats as crowds surged at Ebbetts Field.

Sinally Flatbush Webels Ebbets Mel Clokkey Brooklyn Tsum Brooklyn Rourta Jieloakey Ebbets Field Irka Brooklys

Connecticut Amateur Soccer Results From Regional Matches

In Bristol and Seaside locales teams posted draws and tight scores. At Bristol departure 3 Angonia 3. Seaside graphophons 1 Swedish A. C. 1. New Haven game Wavereys 4 New Haven 3. Seaside park Spanish A. f. 3 Bridsepert Rovers 3. Stams Danersk F. C. d samnters E.

Connecticut State Bristol Angonia Seaside A. C New Haven Wavereys Connecticut Amateur

unclear text from sports recap

The fragment outlines a football scoreline with teams New York, Brockien, Pittsburgh, St. Louis and Chicago. It appears to report results but the source text is incomplete and ambiguous. No clear event or date is discernible from the provided snippet.

New York Brockien Pittsburgh St. Louis Chicago

Yonkers Lightweight Seeks Bout With Allen

Yonkers lightweight Y Red Brooks eyes a bout with Allen after a prior plan to box Patsy Hogash at Acorn A. G. Thursday night fell through. Brooks pursues another opportunity as he tunes up against various opponents while aiming to face the brother of a state contender.

Red Brooks Yonkers

Audit Jitney Association Finances Investigated

An auditing committee appointed to determine funds for the spring campaign reviews the jitney owners association finances. The group plans to present a program to the General Assembly and seek city approval for a revised traffic plan to divert routes and reimburse prior expenses.

Agene John B. Jogal Azhtany Iagisia Connecticut General Assembly Mim Awartz

General Services for Zalmon Goodsel Today

Funeral services for Zalmon Goodsel, who ran a life and insurance business for nearly 50 years, will be held this morning at 42 North Avenue. Rev George A Sutherland of Calvary Mission Church will officiate, with the generary party including William J Nichols and others.

Pumieral Zalmon Goudul D. O'Nlock North Avenue Orge A. Sutherland Calvary Iscons Church Mountain Grove William J. Nicholsors Lee Lloyd Tucker C. D. Het Henry Jennings Baward Que

Paddock Boomed Sealer of Weights at Wilson District Meeting

Garry Paddock, former alderman and harbor gaster, was nominated for the sealer of weights and measures role at a Wilson district gathering in Stratford and Avenuepus club rooms. Dennis Kelly led a faction outside while inside leaders announced the club would open quarters for a woman and youth safety officer. Edward Donl and Joh ia Leonard spoke.

AML Wilson Tepebiicans VD Whitsh Distri Stratford Dennis Kelly Tor Town Johia Leonard i Edward Donlan Wom Cobena

Local lodge mourns death of Jacob Schiff

Bridgeport Independent Order Brith Abraham passes resolutions mourning the loss of Jacob Schiff, described as a great Jewish leader and the greatest Jew of the 20th century. The lodge expresses deep sympathy to Schiff’s bereaved family and to the nation for his departure from life.

Draiiy Otte Schiff New York Lnider Bridgeport Ati Brith Abraham Schiffs Ife

National Soccer Graphs Draw Bye In Round

A fragmented report outlines a byes and draws in a national soccer graph event. It lists teams such as Stamford F.C. and Southern New York District participants with notes on rounds, Western divisions, and scheduled dates like November 1 and December.

Wieromedte Tistirtet Simon S

Fair Weather and Public Meeting Mentioned in Local Notices

Weather observers forecast a pleasant first half of the week with no major storms after recent unsettled conditions. The Danbury meeting plans involve delegates from all orders and state officials, plus national counselors, for a gathering in Danbury. William J. McCune of 87 Broad Street reported his pocketbook containing $30 stolen while buying a ticket at a Main Street theater.

William J. MteCung Broad Street

Pennants Still Undecided As Final Drives Start

Baseball pennant races tighten in the final week. Cleveland leads the American with Chicago, St Louis, and Detroit close behind as Brooklyn needs one more win to seal first in the N L. New York and Cincinnati battle for spots while Pittsburgh and Philadelphia chase remaining aims amid shift in standings.

Chicago S Detroit Cleveland St. Louis New York Washington Chicago Su Louis Ko Oalon Washinsten Philadelphia Eck Brooklyn Superbas St Louis Yankees Wauh- Inglow

Five in a Row Bridgeport Lowell Roller Poo League

Bridgeport and Lowell clash in a chaotic Roller Poo match with Mulligan and Davies starring for Bridgeport while St Aubin and Welch lead Lowell. Final score notes Bridgeport to 20 and Lowell to 24 with Mullizan and St Aubin each recording multiple rushes and goals.

Bridgeport Lowell Nish Mulligan S. Rubin Smid Rush Mart Davies Cimer Culgles Carrigan Bengal Loverrdtn Perind Teim Mugan Y Bridgepert Avibs Bridgepore Davies Aubin Bridgeport Gry Erie Darvus St. Abbin Mullizan St. Aubin Shops Toverreen Welch Williams

Cubs Victory Over St Louis Highlights Chicago Win

The report notes Chicago's 6 to 3 win over St Louis with Sacre leading efforts and Merger in the lineup. Scoring sequence shows Chicago gaining momentum in the late innings.

Ebicago Alartin St. Louie Chicago ST. Lows

Several Cities Return to Standard Time Across State

Alihotiea dashsht saving time is sil da ofeet in we city and New Haver Wateroury Ansonia Dory Seymour Nuugiuck and all towns changed yesterday to standard time. Railroads follow standard time causing mild confusion until clocks align. Waterbury arrivals may occur minutes later due to previous time. Bridgeport clocks will switch to standard on the last Sunday in October.

We City New Haver Wateroury Ansonia Dory Seymour Nuugiuck Waterbury Bridgeport Ini

ERS TO MET Supreme and grand court officers meeting

Supreme and grand court officers of the Poresters of America will attend the quarterly meeting of Court Pequonno c k F of A Tamarson nips opening a membership drive for 00 members. Ancongoo officers include Grand Ranger Moglel, Grand Secretary O Loughlin, Grand Senior Woodward Lodge Iferiden, Grand Treasurer Fitzgerald Angonia, Grand Junior Beadle Cubelli, Supreme Sub Ranger George F Sullivan, Deputy Supreme Chief Ranger Wiliam T Mever, and Dennay Grand Chief Ranger James Oerile.

Poresters of America Pequonnock A. Tamarson Nips Grandalee Ranger Moglel Nawmitaini O'Loughlin Nangatuck Woodward Lodge Iferiden Turer. Fitzgerald Angonia Beadle Joseph Cubelli Alvis City Ranner George F. Sullivan Derbys Reputy Wiliam T Mever Dennay James Oerile

College football results from Saturday across multiple teams

Saturday results show Harvard 3 Holy Cross 1. Penn State 37 Muhlenberg 7. Syracuse 55 Hobard 7. Rhode Island 35 Delaware 14. Rutgers 7. Trinity 14 Corin. Lehigh 28. Maine 0. Vermont 30. Wisconsin 28 Jefferzon 4. Kalamazoo 2. Western Reserve 1%. Wooster 34 Baldwin Wallace 9.

Harvard Holy Cross Krown Rhodeshan Sutie Pennsylvania Delaware Ursinius Rutgers Syracuse Hobard Penn State Muhlenberg Trinity Corin Agelus Middlebury Union Maine Boston Univ W. Vir WL Vol Wesleyan Ost Todliana Freklin Kalamazob Michisan Axsios Geers Tech Wala Forest N. Car ‘Colina Davidson Tennessee Exagey and Henry Western Reserve Palody Gree Sa Hivivee Wooster Baldwin-Wallace

Ward's Home Runs Win for the Yanks

New York beat Washington in an 8 to 7 game marked by Ward's two homers, including a two-run shot with two on. Ruth's double and Peekinaugh's single aided the late rally as Quinn yielded four hits and a sacrifice in the ninth.

Ward The Yanks New York Washington Io Ward Zachary Downfall Quinn Ruth Midee Peekibaaugh Harris O'Rourke Dobson Pletnich Lot Zachary Brower Anc Japan Pippo Lewis Peckinnsven Hannah Gay Toms Roth Womering Shanks Saarificas Pratt Quins Judge Peckinnaugh Pian Rice Plemiens Harris Bachary Gleason Bagh Taosing Bathar Tin Neen Evins Connolly Timi Fsa

Pay For Month's Work Will Buy Shoes In Hungary

Budapest dispatch notes workers face high prices. About 10 000 unemployed and 100 000 government employees earn around 1000 crowns monthly. Emigration discussed as solution, but lack of funds, passports, and resources prevents leaving.

Budapest Elianne Crouy Hungary Abd Risgary Pravhitoes Capliilde Faye Torles Cannel South America

Undescribed political endorsement and district race notes

Fragmentary OCR item notes endorsements for Vulad and last muros and mentions Seventh district Republicans on a Dort Senacar Adexanner LC. References De Laney and Atderesan Edward Mai iow for reanimination and a Saturday event. Slurred names and unclear details obscure clear facts.

Dort Senacar Delaney Atderesan Edward Mai Iow Wade Wilsonstos

Cicotte's Superior Work on Mound Wins for Sox

Chicago beat Detroit 5 4 in a pennant race clash as Cicotte dominated on the mound, limiting the opposition to seven hits and earning decisive support from White Sox hitters. Errors and timely scoring by Strunk, Risberg, Sehanik, and Collins, plus Schalk and Jackson’s runs, clinched the win in a tense early season showdown.

Cicotte Sox Chicago Chevewind Wlewaiy Detroit Cicatte Catrot Cinatte Youn Leotie Jaceson Surin Soning Lhind Ploch Jackson Ingre Colina Hi Meag Risberg Sehakis Oldham Cicette Strunk Sehanic

What’s in a Name One Saw Buck Nickname Idea

A dated note proposes nicknames for the Jocal seam in the American Raciar Polo league. Four options include Red Davis, Neviliites, Charles Railroad, and Nevillang. The writer invites submissions with a $10 prize for the chosen nickname.

Jocal American Raciar Polo League Ridgepor Red Davis Charles Railroad

Races in Buenos Aires May Soon Be Eliminated

Reports from Buenos Aires note possible abolition of horse races. The local jockey club faces legal and financial pressure amid calls to end racing as a social and economic issue. Estimates show large cash sums tied to betting, with reform advocates urging changes in weekly race schedules and holiday events.

Buenos Aires

Trolley passenger surge reported in New Haven lines

Reports show a steady rise in trolley passengers as Leynerod Ny Superior Braye notes increased cars in service. Morning hours up 14 percent and evening rush up about 20 percent compared to ten weeks ago, with totals tallied at New Haven offices.

Pasengers Leynerod Braye da Seris Betas Winther Germany New Haven

Ray Grimes Joins Red Sox In Major League Move

Ray Grimes, popular local baseball captain, signs with the Boston Red Sox after a standout season. He debuted with Boston on Friday, collecting one hit in three trips to the plate and fielding without errors.

Ray Grimes Red Sox Boston Red Sox Ray Boston Mist

Big Leaguers Lose in Elm and Brass Cities

New Haven club of the Eastern League defeated the Boston Americans 19 to 9 in an extended 13 inning game at Elm and Brass Cities. Boston fell behind early, allowing nine runs in the first two frames, and could not score after. McGowan hit a home run to spark a late tie as New Haven pulled away. Also, Boston Nationals lost an exhibition to Waterbury 4 to 3 in Waterbury with pitching limiting the visitors to low scoring until the third inning.

Red Boston Americans Reds Sox Chief Bender MclGowan New Haven Boston Waterbury Braves Terbury Boston Nationals Waterbury Club Boston Ndoonahdoo

Napier Hurls Shutout to Break Reds’ Losing Streak

Cincinnati Sept 26 The Reds halted a six game skid by beating Pittsburgh. Napier secured his fourth win in five starts since joining Cincinnati. Agarna listed as Richard Gligener, a rerun from Birmingham. Adams’ move in the fourth inning and a rough outing followed.

Cincinnati Reds Pittsburgh Napier Cincinnat 'Elah Agarna Richard Gligener Birmingham Todk Adams Plice Dik Boor

Odd Fellows Gather for Boston Convention Parade

Boston hosts a centennial celebration of the Odd Fellows with the 98th annual com munication of the sovereign order. State officers including Gov Coplidge, Mayor Deters, and order officers attend a planned parade Wednesday. About 44 000 members including 500 women are expected to march through city streets.

Boston Leah Lionut Ordes Ibis Cayte Soverelsn Arami Todzo Tumdelpare Berg Srebokah

Poolball Challenge Sparks Oddball Community Feud

A quirky poolball contest drawn from a garbled plea lists participants and places such as Addees Mid Gerber Swastixe elu Lnion cHy Conia with 136 pauses. The fragment hints at local turnout and community interest but lacks clear names or outcomes.

Conia

Sewell's Batting Keeps Indians in Front

Sewell delivered four runs on a single and a double to lift Cleveland over St. Louis 7 to 3, preserving the lead in the American League pennant race. Wellman faced the first inning trouble, Caldwell exited early for St. Louis, and Adde steadied the locals as the Indians secured the win.

ST. Louts Sewell Hugz Cleveland St. Louis Wellman Caldwell Atde Seevedang Ryans Jambeson Wambseanas of Burns Elmer Smith Oo Gardner Wood Johnston O'Neill Caldweil Gerher Gedeon Deberry Moriarity Hildebrand

Rosebuds Rally To Tie City Baseball Championship

Irak Datrowski of the Rosebuds sparked a tense city baseball final as Rosebuds and Singers played to a 4 2 tie before about 1400 fans at Newerpark. Next Sunday will host the final decisive game.

Irak Datrowski Rosebuds Singers Sundas

Boxing permit applications filed in Bridgeport

Three applications have been made to the Bridgeport Boxing Commission for a permit. The Bridgeport Athletic & Amusement Co. Inc. seeks the permit with Gerober, Mike Hemty, and Barney O'Connor highly noted. Other applicants include John Blake of the Walcue A. C. boxing committee and Sam Driver.

Bridgeport Boxing Commission Bridgeport Athletie & Amusement Co. Inc Daim Gerober Mike Hemty Barney O'Connor Clover Club John Blake Walwue A. C Sam Driver

American Association Scores and Results Summary

The record lists multiple game results: Kansas City 1 Toledo 9. Kansas City 3 Toledo 9?. Minneapolis 4 Columbus Tetapi. Minneapolis 7 Columbus 8. Milwaukee 3 Indianapolis 6. Milwaukee 2 Indianapolis 1. St Paul 8 Louisville 2. St Paul 2 Louisville 5 in seven innings due to darkness.

Kansas City Toledo

Bowling Leagues Start Opens Tonight at Stratford Alleys

The Ath: a A. of the East Bud will open tix 1820 bowling sex. The Soestie will consist of atx teams captained by Harry Condon Grant Casserly Mfrad Fox Fred Kopp Clarence Raphatoy and Francis Duny. All members are requested to be on hand early.

A. A East Bud Stratford Alieys Atx Harry Condon Grant Casserly Mfrad Fox Fred Kopp Clarence Raphatoy Francis Duny Mearbers

Englishmen Win In Exhibition Golf Match In Bethlehem

In Easton Pennsylvania Harry Vardon and Edward rar defeated Chick Evans the national amateur champion and FE CG Grace president of Bethlehem Steel in an exhibition golf match. The English pair won 3 up with 2 to play.

Easton Harry Vardon Edward Rar Chick Evans CG Grace Bethlehem Steel Omya North

Devon A. C. Routs Riversides for seventh straight win

The Devon A. C. defeated the Riversides of Bridgeport 7 to 0 to extend its winning streak to seven. A rematch against Milford A. C. is planned for October 10 in Devon as the title race tightens in Milford.

Devon A Riversides Bridgeport Devon Devons Milford

Milford A C Wins Over Bridgeport AN Stars 11-2

Milford A C defeated Bridgeport AN Stars 11 to 2 on Gulf Street grounds in the last game of the season. Ford and Munson starred with three baggers in succession, in the third inning. Batteries were Hiwd-Ruekhoeltz and Ford. Jersey caught for Congers.

Milford Milford A. C Bridgeport Gulf Street Ford Munson Hiwd—Ruekhoeltz Sridzepoat

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