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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1920

Page

11

Americans Rally To Clip Werk Siacere In Ninth

The Americans trailed 4-1 after Albany Reid's two early runs but a ninth inning rally, aided by Emerick and Layher, produced the winning run. Leach earned the win for Bridgeport with Harrington taking the loss. Ostrosky pitched earlier for Albany. Time 2:10.

Laftermoon Teague Werk Siacere Albany Reid Walsh Salis Bill Lai Swith Af Horn Johny Reiser Layher Baker Lai Emerick Gre Shert Top Tal Wiile Martin Ed. Walsh Harrington Reiger Brackett Ray Grimes Bill Skift Gent Bégar Sweatt n—Walsh Batte Orr Emerich Leach Bridgeport Seif Lal Bausen Donahue Ostrosky Ed’ Walsh McCorrr Pagar McCorry Albany Horn Capes Bransfield

Italian Sporting Writers Wax Warm on Boxing Fights

Rome reports boxing and prize fighting gain attention in Italy as embattled sports writers praise the dramatic scenes. Spectators react with enthusiasm to the ring action with blows to the stomach and jaw while one fighter is called yellow amid the crowd's lively commentary.

Rome Italy Ing Dorn Goa

Reds Regain Lead In National League Race

Cincinnati stopped its losing streak with a 5 to 4 win over Chicago to seize first in the NL. The Giants beat Philadelphia on Philadelphia grounds with Benton saving the late rally in the ninth.

Reds Cincinnati Chicago New York Giants Philadelphia Benton Giants Dresch Phillies

Germans Bet 9 000 000 Marks On One Day Race

Brilliant weather brought a large crowd to Gruenwald horse track where betting turnover reached 6 099 905 marks. An additional 3 000 000 marks were wagered in town, report says.

RAC Berlin Gruenald

Owen Finds Democratic Hope in Women Voters

Senator Robert L. Owen of Oklahoma urged Democratic leaders in Boston that a new generation of women voters offers national political strength. He framed their support as backing for human rights the party has long stood for, signaling renewed party optimism despite other Democrats' doubts.

Owen Boston Robert L. Owen Oklahoma

No Irishmen in Shamrock's Crew for America's Cup Bid

Shamrock IV, Lipton's Ireland based challenger, will sail with an all English crew from Essex and Cornwall aboard captained by Albert Turner. The crew average age is 35, with veterans from Shamrock III and wartime experiences. Turner’s career spans thirty years with prior boats including Octavia and various metre classes.

Shamrock IV Thomas Lipton Royal Deter Yacht Club Belfast England Albert Turner Essex Cornwall Shamrock Howard Herd Wiliam Clark Chist Cook Arthur Barnet Herd Clark Turner

Dominion Players Speedy on Skates Triumph

Canada won the Olympic hockey tournament with fast clean play and veterans leading the charge. America, after a strong 29 to 0 opening win over Switzerland, fell short as Canada showed superior skill and execution.

Canada America Switzerland Cananda United States Dominion

Pneumonia Takes Young Infielder

Joe Lennard a former Pirate and late of the Washington Americans dies from complications of appendicitis and pneumonia. Clarke Griffith and Senators visit him at George Washington University Hospital as the end comes. Plus New York hosts a June 5 marathon tryout for Olympic selection by the New York Athletic Club to aid in choosing representatives for Antwerp.

Washington Joe Lennard Wash Igton Clarke Griffith Senators George Washington University Hospital New York New York Athletic Club Olympic Committee Boston Marathon Antwerp

Leading Hitters In Major Leagues Leading Hitters In Major Leagues v. S. FENCING TEAM

New York May 5 a list of 12 candidates to represent the United States at the Olympic games was made public today by the Amateur Fencers League of America. If they fail to get anyone to run for vice president they may resort to the selective draft.

V. S New York United States America

League Standings And Results Yesterday's Matches

Bridgeport edged Albany 6 to 5 while Waterbury defeated New Haven 8 to 0 and several games were postponed. Today Albany visits Bridgeport, New Haven hosts Waterbury, Hartford plays Worcester, and Pittsfield meets Springfield.

Bridgeport Albany Waterbury New Haven Hartford Worcester Pittsfield Springfield

Exhibition bouts and sparring woes of boxing legends

The piece recalls how champions like Carpentier Johnson Kaufman Jeffries and Terry McGovern faced rough sparring partners and attempted deceptions. It notes Johnson’s double cross of Kid Carter and Overby’s shock knockdown, Kaufman’s brutal training, Corbett’s clash with Jeff, Britt’s upset vs Terry, and Nelson’s trouble with eager sparring partners.

Wheelers Syndicate, Inc Georges Carpentiers Ciners Jack Johnson Kid Carter Brooklyn‘tes Carter George Gardiner Johnson Jack Kaufman Tom Overty Gray Overby Jim Jeffries Corbett Jim Firesimmons Jeff Terry McGovern Jimmy Britt Britt Frisco Terry Tis Emmy Jerry Nelson Dane Eddie Kelly Bat Kelly Polo Grounds New York Spawn Carpentier

Brooksides Seek Title in Youth Baseball Tryouts

The Brooksides reorganize for the coming season and plan trials for 15 to 17 year olds in Baltimore and Reading. Manager Jack Schwartz advertises tryouts and cross-city scrimmages with teams including Akron and Rochester, with Baltimore as a focal point and the winning team retaining the Brooksides name.

International Teague Jersey City Buffalo Syracuse EL Toronto Brooksides Syrmeioe Ana Wan Nota Reading Eae Soram Rochester Baltimore Akron Baltimors S.c Fuat Jack Schwartz Connecticut Avenue Noble

Triple Victory for Sir Barton and Ross at Pimlico

At Pimlico on May 5 Commander Ross scored a triple victory including Sir Barton in the Rennett Handicap. Intrigante led then held on to win well in hand while Bondage, Foreground, Kilts, Translate, and Night Raider contested the rest. Eddie O Hara was announced to face Benny Weafer next Monday at Armory A C. Moore defeated Wolfe in Memphis and Joey Fox knocked out Willie Ment in Montreal. Papin began training for a May 12 bout with Tendler at The Arena Jersey City. Joe Leonard set up a bout with Tommy Noble for May 19 in Montreal.

PeMimore Foreground Translate Sande Sir Barton Kilts Kitts Foreground Safern Bondage Intrigante Night Raider Whitney Barn Eddie O'Hara New York Benny Weafer Norwalk Armory A.C Hogan The Armory A. C Fox Montreal Joey Fox England Willie Ment Albany Young Carroll Young Green Papin George Papin Lew Tendler Philadelphia Arena Jersey City Joe Leonard Brooklyn Tommy Noble Silvery Burns Leonlard Montresi Can

Baseball schedule for tomorrow across leagues

Eastern League games include Bridgeport at New Haven Albany at Waterbury Pittsfield at Springfield American League features St Louis at Detroit New York at Washington Philadelphia at Boston National League Cincinnati at St Louis confirming notable matchups across six cities and divisions for the next day

Boston Philadelphia Brooklyn New York Cincinnati St. Louis Chicago Pittsburgh Detroit Cleveland Washington W. F.c Snes Pease Eam Gavcuater New York Ears St Louis National League

Mendell Praises Golf As Lifelong Sport For All

Professor Clarence W. Mendell, Yale Board of Control chair, lauds golf as more than a rivalry sport. He says candidates should learn the game, noting it offers lifelong value, fitness, and recreation beyond contests with Harvard and Princeton.

Clarence W. Mendel Yale Board of Control Mendall Harvard Princeton

Toledo Outfit Sets Opening Day Attendance Record

Thomas J. Hickey, president of the American Association, announced a 14 945 paid attendance at the opening game of the local baseball season, a new record in the league's 19 years of existence.

Toledo Thomas J. Hickey American Association

Cornell to Send Running Team to England

Cornell University tentatively accepts invitation to send a running team to England for an international cross country race with a joint Oxford and Cambridge team during the Christmas holidays. The note includes humorous dialogue from a scout scene but confirms the travel plan.

Ithaca Cornell University England Oxford Cambridge

Australian Olympic team plan for Antwerp games revealed

Sydney reports that Australian authorities are debating representation at Antwerp in August and September. The proposed contingent would include track and field three athletes swimmers six cyclists one tennis two rowing eleven and a manager, with exact numbers depending on available funds.

Sydney Australia May Antwerp

Australians Show Sportsman Spirit

Two members of the British Isles Davis Cup team in Australia, A. F Beamish and A. H. Lowe, sail for New Zealand then return to England via the United States after serving loveal matches. They leave after a farewell by the Lawn Tennis Association of Australasia. Beamish praised Sydney crowds for their sportsmanlike spirit and large, sympathetic gatherings at Davis Cup matches.

Sydney Australia British Isles New Zealand Dominion England United States A. F Beamish A. H. Lowe The Lawn Tennis Association of Australasia Beamish

Nation TURNS FROM RETAGION in May 5 Philadelphia

Reported remarks by Bishop Philip Rhinelander at the 136th annual Protestant Episcopal Convention of the Diocese of Pennsylvania criticize American religious life and urge nationwide church member participation. The piece mixes broader social critique with market notes and rail freight rate tensions amid a turbulent national scene.

Philadelphia United States Philip M. Rhinelander Protestant Episcopal Church Diocese of Pennsylvania Episcopal Church New York Phio Tradio General Motors Independent Steels Baldwin Seco Atlantic Gulf and International Paper Pacifics Grangers Boaters

Amherst football players swap tackling dummy for folk dancing

Massachusetts Agricultural College candidates for the Agsies line learn English folk dances to improve coordination and footwork. About thirty large players practice the handkerchief dance Landanum Bunches to stay on their toes and gain timing for football responsibilities.

Amherst Mass Massachusetts Agricultural College

Paris man pays for jockey Cliff Robinson services

Boward F. Simms of Paris Kentucky buys the contract of D B Lester of Louisville for the services of jockey Cliff Robinson for twenty five thousand dollars. Robinson contracted with Lester a year ago to ride for three years for twenty thousand dollars. Simms stable includes Prince Hal a Derby candidate.

Boward F. Simms Paris D. B. Lester Louisville Cliff Robinson Robinson Lester Mr. Simms Prince Hal

Fulton Trying To Make a Come Back

Fred Fulton faced scrutiny over a troubled past but pursued a fresh start in boxing. The heavyweight endured rumors of fakery yet pressed forward in a championship effort, hoping to prove his integrity and claw back toward prominence in sport and public life.

Fulton Fred Fulton

Stamford Hebrew Team Seeks Intercity Baseball Games

The Stamford Young Men's Hebrew association organizes a strong baseball team of players aged 16 to 19 and seeks games with other state teams. Contact J. Schwartz at 80 Greyrock Place, Stamford to arrange matchups.

Stamford

Metropolitan Sunday Papers Boost Fringe Attractions

A fragment discusses how metropolitan Sunday papers add one page of extras to promote frivolities and attract readers in the territory. The passage contrasts broad regional papers with local newspapers in promoting entertainment content.

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