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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1920
Page
3
Pittsburgh May 14 Lee Meadows of the Philadelphia National League club, the only major leaguer who wears spectacles, was injured when his glasses shattered by a foul tip during testing practice. Doctors say pieces of glass lacerated his face but did not penetrate the eyeball, likely keeping him out about two weeks.
John Sylvester once a top MU hurdler will not pursue Olympic selection. Cousin and MU coach Bob Simpson says Sylvester, who recently left the university, declined training and will not enter the 400 meter hurdles as hoped.
The Fourth International Bowling Tournament fest held by Rotary clubs of the United States and Canada saw Oakland California top the field with 2835 pins, earning a trophy and gold medals for each team member. Finishing second was the Fimira team with 2819, followed by Sacramento California at 2795 and Watertown Rotarians of New York at 2724.
The Katzenjammer Kids cartoon characters Hans and Fritz star in a musical comedy at Park Theatre starting Monday May 17 with matinees daily except Monday. The show features singing dancing and a chorus of beautiful girls with stylish costumes and eye catching electrical effects.
The original Katzenjammer Kids cartoon musical comedy offers clean wholesome entertainment for kids and grownups. Produced under the Mutual Play Co. direction, the performances promise broad appeal and many good things for all audiences.
A note on debt collection describes a soft gum shoe wearer who can quietly search for debtors in a few minutes, implying luck and stealth aid in locating those who owe money.
The May 1 Pennsylvan ia relay carnival at Franklin Field drew an estimated 25 600 to 35 000 paying spectators, the largest admission audience for an athletic meet in the country. Friday attendance exceeded 10 000, with past peak crowds for free events reaching 40 000 at Forbes Field and 80 000 at Newark in 1916.
An unclear ad touts Dr Edwards Olive Oil for liver stimulation and stomach relief. It mentions a bedtime dose and suggests mixed colors and vague benefits without coherent instructions or credible sourcing.
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