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Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1920

Page

7

Mew Haven Opened Gulf Wider Than Ever

Hartford reports list of battery pairings for multiple cities with games today. Names Sherman Kelly Rieger Hayden Morgan Wilder Tyler Harrington Prediger Williams Shinault appear in lineups. Matchups include New Haven at Bridgeport Albany at Waterbury Worcester at Springfield Pittsfield at Hartford.

Mew Haven Gulf Hartford RW. EB Pittsfield Sherman and Kelly Rieger and Hayden Springfield Worcester Morgan and Wilder Lindstrom and Tyler Waterbury Albany Harrington Prediger Williams and Shinault New Haven Bridgeport Springfeld Bridgeport Not Worcester Springfield

Indians Crush Bridgeport. Grimes and Bender Lead Win

New Haven and Bridgeport met in a high scoring day as Indians Chief Bender limited the hosts early while Roy Grimes delivered power with a homer and multiple hits. New Haven widened its lead as Ed Walsh aims to break even against New Haven at Newfield Park with Nutler contributing a homer spree and several runs.

Ed Walsh New Haven Newfield Park Indians Chief Bender Nutter Roy Grimes Bridgeport Upstate Walsh Platter Skiff Grimes Skim Lennon Pears Joseph Orr Ray Grimes

Jimmy Wilde Regular Champion Impresses Fans

Jimmy White, a top lightweight contender, has drawn attention for his strong showings and the realism of his fighting persona. The champion’s presence and crowd reaction indicate growing momentum and potential matchups ahead.

Alexander Eyes Final Honor No-Hit Game Eludes Alex Alexander

Grover Cleveland Alexander, a decade in the major leagues, has tied records with 30 or more wins for three straight seasons and surpassed 200 victories. Yet he has never pitched a no hitter, coming close in 1912 when Butler broke up a potential no-no with two strikes in the ninth.

Grover Cleveland Alexander Christy Mathewson Big Alex Philadelphia St. Louis Alexander Cardinals Butler Alex Sods

Jinxed De Palma Fails At Indianapolis 500

A crowd of 125000 saw Ralph De Palma lead briefly before trouble struck. His Ballot runner failed on the 468th mile as a fire halted him, and Gaston Chevrolet won the 500 mile sweepstakes at Indianapolis while De Palma finished fifth amid cheers.

Ralph de Palma United States Indianapolis Aurel Gaston Chevrolet Monroe de Palma Joe Boyer Johnny DePaolo Hess Ralph

Wilson Dodging Mike O Dowd Sparks Return Match Call

The sporting world pushes for a rematch after Johnny Wilson’s controversial win over Mike O Dowd. O Dowd has fought several bouts since the KO and proved he remains capable. Fans warn Wilson risks unpopularity if he continues dodging the challenge.

Sporting World Johnny Wilson Mike O'Dowd O'Dowd Wilson Mike Johnny

No Observation Train For Ithaca Regatta

Ithaca will not host an observation train for the intercollegiate regatta on June 19 due to a car shortage. Graduate Manager Romeyn Bey reports from the Council Athletic Association that Lehigh Valley Railroad official N W Pringle says cars used on May 22 are scattered and cannot be safely reassembled without special brake applications.

Ithaca Romeyn Bey Council Athletic Association N. W. Pringle Lehigh Valley Railroad Pringle Berry

All American Star to Coach Fordham Eleven

Joe Dumoe former Lafayette star and all American end in 1919 will coach Fordham University eleven next Fall. Bronx team decided last week to be represented on the gridiron this year. Dumoe was a mainstay in 1917 and his left end play helped Fordham’s victories that season. He had previously played the same position for Syracuse.

Joe Dumoe Lafayette Fordham University Bronx Dumoe Fordham Syracuse

Man O War Sets Mile World Record at Belmont Park

The three year old Man O War shattered the mile mark at Belmont Park New York finishing in 1 35 4 5 with jockey Kummer guiding him. Spectators note the horse could have gone faster if not restrained, predicting more top performances this season.

Belmont Park New York Man O'War Kummer

Alibi Wins Again at Belmont Park in Little Neck Handicap

Alibi, the Anbi horse brought back after two years, scored a decisive mile victory in the Little Neck Handicap at Belmont Park. He overcame a turn mishap to surge past Thunderstorm by four lengths, with Donnacona third among seven starters as Thunderstorm and Donnacona were favored. Thunderstorm led early, Tetley and Gloomy Gus pressed, while Alibi and Donnacona rallied from the back.

Sam C. Hildreth Anbi Belmont Park Little Neck J. 7 Thunderstorm Tetley Gus Donnaconal Alibi

American pair to play doubles with Lenglen at Wimbledon

Elizabeth Ryan of California will team with Mile Suzette Lenglen in the women's doubles at Wimbledon this month. Lenglen will defend her singles title and play with Gerald Patterson in the mixed doubles. Ryan has not lost a match in England this season, winning three finals at Mendor in singles, women's doubles with Mrs Larcomb, and mixed doubles with Randolph Lycett.

Elizabeth Ryan California England Mile Suzette Lenglen Wimbledon Mile Lengren Gerald Patterson Missi Ryan Mendor Mrs. Larcomb Randolph Lycett

Chaney Beats Noble in Jersey Featherweight Bout

Baltimore featherweight Young Chaney defeated English challenger Tommy Noble in a 12 round bout at the Armory A. A. in Jersey last night before a large crowd. Noble stunned Chaney in the fifth round with a hard punch, but Chaney recovered and landed decisive punishment. Gene Tunney stopped Jeff Madden in the second round, capping a tight early pace as the field crowded the ring.

Baltimor Jersey City Baltimore Syracuse Reading Akron Rochester Toronto Buffalo Nene Southern Association New Orleans Memphis Marae Chattanooga Atlanta Lia Nashvill Nashville Ae Birmingham Mobile Little Rock Cee Hte Young Chaney Tommy Noble England Armory A. A Jersey Noble Chaney Gene Tunney Jeff Madden Panama

Vanitie Wins in Second Trial Race for America’s Cup

Vanitie outsails Resolute over a 30 mile Newport course in 3 hours 13 minutes 38 seconds, trimming Resolute by 2 minutes 16 seconds elapsed and 1 minute 34 seconds corrected. Rear Commodore Geo Nichols masters tactics as Vanitie gains on all legs, marking first cup race win on merit under cup conditions.

Newport R. L Columbia Geo. Nichols Adams

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