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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1926
Page
4
Suzanne Lenglen dominated Mary Browne in the Inter Finals final under heavy rain in Paris. Lenglen won 6-1 6-1, displaying superior placement and footwork while Browne struggled to match the French star's speed and precision on a slick court.
Historical boxing notes describe Paul Berlenbach’s anticipated defense against Jack Delaney, with analysis of Berlenbach’s power and Delaney’s strategy. The piece assesses Berlenbach’s form, speed, and the challenger’s attempts to close distance, noting Delaney’s target as a stationary foe and the impact of feints.
New York Frankie Genare outpointed Joe McKeon in ten rounds. Scotland Senwariz outpointed Wee Willie Woods in ten rounds. St Louis bantam defeated Sam Sanchez. Mexico Sim Marco beat Detroit Kaktaeizht by technical knockout in the first round over Himan Shaam. Palestine Hiarri Foley knocked out by with a first round stoppage. Boston Ron Talor beat New Orleans by four cups snapping the Braves eight game streak with a 27 to 6 home win via Stephenson’s single.
American League notes New York 9 Detroit 4 St Louis 4 Boston 2 Washington Cleveland no game Philadelphia Chicago no game Tain. National League Cincinnati 6 Brooklyn 6 Philadelphia 13 Pittsburgh 6 St Louis 10 New York 7 Chicago 7 St Louis 6 America Association Louisville St Paul 6 Kansas City Toledo 3 Indianapolis 10 Minneapolis 7 Columbus Milwaukee no game rain International League Newark 7 Buffalo Jersey City Toronto 1 Baltimore Rochester 2 Southern Association Atlanta Memphis 14 Birmingham 4 Mobile 2 Chattanooga New Orleans Nashville American Association St Louis New York Chicago at Boston Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati at Brooklyn Toledo Kansas City at Milwaukee Indianapolis Minneapolis Louisville at St Paul Buffalo Newark Rochester at Baltimore Toronto Jersey City
Thousands of motor speed enthusiasts gathered in Altoona Pennsylvania for the annual 250 mile board track classic. The event, set for the afternoon, faced a smoky overcast day but officials expected the weather to clear before the racers took the starter’s flag.
Amherst Thistles meet Lorain Gordons in the Quarrias Challenge cup semi final at Richwine field on Sunday at 2 30. Gordons face suspensions but lineup includes Smith G Philips J Philips Whelbond Cowan Ness Tascor Cullen McLeod Cameron Wurzbich MeLer Shand Kirk. Referee Munro of Lorain. Previous replay set after ineligible players. weather caused earlier game postponement.
A large crowd is expected as Wilder Cigars host Ashland Colemangs in a return game at Riverslow Park. Wilder boasts confidence after a 2 1 win in the first meeting and aims to extend a current winning streak behind steady pitching by Draeger and timely hitting from Duetsch or Ratzell. Ashland, eager for revenge, features a strong Collegians lineup and a onetime tough hurling start that troubled Wilder in the previous game.
Bad weather and soggy conditions at Soldiers' Field pushed back the national intercollegiate track events. Despite cancellations, standout performances emerged as Fred Alderman of Kansas State set a new national collegiate record in the 220 yard dash while Grinnell’s Paula and Nebrasket’s Stocke led early showcases. Illinois and Michigan performed well, but many events were postponed due to the field's condition.
Helen Wills, famed American tennis star, arrived at the Hotel Cecilia after a London-Paris trip. Doctors reported she could leave immediately and was in good condition, though tired, as her mother described the scene with surprise at the quick recovery.
The page lists numerous sports events including racing meets at Belmont and Latona, golf championships in Philadelphia and Baltimore, an Altoona Speedway race, tennis cups in Washington and New York, French and New England championships, Pacific Coast and yachting races, plus a note on Ty Cobb facing Wilbur Cooper in a 3 3 draw that the Yankees won.
The Modern Woodmen prepare for a tough game against Gray Bar at Cascades Park on Sunday. Perkins is pitching for the visitors as the Woodmen, boosted by new faces, seek a strong showing after hard practice.
England reports Abe Mitchell won the evening standard S target Roll tournament at Woor Park with 337 points. Will claim the major share of a $4000 prize. Chicagoan Woo Menthorn and Wilder Hagen also placed in the money with strong scores.
The Reds edged the Pirates 11 to 6 in eleven innings to widen their lead to two games. Phils slugged past Piltsguish 13 to 1 as Wrightstone hit a homer and drove in three. Cardinals crushed the Giants 10 to 2 while Keen starred for the visitors. Reds, Cardinals, and Giants show dominant moments in a sprawling box score summary.
George Hassler Johnson, 20 and noted as the foodless walker, crossed Wellington late Friday with companion James Hoching. He has walked about 25 miles from Norwalk toward New York on a water diet and seeks a prize of 31000 if he completes the trek.
Detroit June 12 Babe Ruth and Joe Dugan will be arrested on warrants charging fishing out of season. Justice Caleb Collett issued the warrants at Arbation court after a state game official filed charges. Ruth and Dugan were released after appearance to allow travel for the Yankee stars.
Funeral services were held for Dan Hartman aged 79 at Wedsworth's funeral home with Rev Kerr officiating. Burial followed near his mother. Other items report a fatal shed fire killing Leo Hartman, and society notes from Wellington, including Kiwanis convention return and local alumni events.
Large crowd expected Sunday as Cosmos Club and Collegians meet in a city rivalry game. Skryp starts for the Collegians with 16 strikeouts per game. Chrhe opposes him with a better win record. Both lineups feature listed players at multiple positions as fans prepare to cheer.
Fragmentary notes describe winter weather in France with snow rain hail across the Auvergne region and the mount area. Names and exact places are unclear in the readable text.
The Richwine ball team travels to Marion tomorrow to meet a strong rival known for drawing large crowds. Bill Rose pitches for Richwine, with the squad gathering at the Richwine plant at 773 tomorrow morning. The Browns beat the Med Sox 4 to 3 on McManus’s bases full hit in the tenth.
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