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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
3
The National and Nutmeg bowling leagues met last evening with the National losing and the Nutmeg winning. A merger seems likely as both groups struggle solo. Waterbury and Meriden performances highlighted issues with local teams and alley changes affecting attendance and results.
Washington data explain how to form schoolboy rifle clubs under the National Rifle Association. Guidelines cover eligibility, officer roles, bylaw adoption, competition rules for junior marksmen, ranges and targets, and medals, with emphasis on schools, colleges, and cadet programs securing affiliation and support.
The YMCA second section basketball league saw Beechnuts, Hazelines, Burritt records and several players listed for scoring. Camp, Lathrop, Wiedorn, and Foy contributed multiple goals while Chestnuts and Walnuts faced fouls. referees Heebne and Kirschbaum officiated with umpires Morde svorer Goodyear.
The six day Madison Square Garden bicycle race grossed about $78 000 with the Garden taking about half. Longboat Dorando and Hayes events drew smaller sums with profits shared by runners and managers. Talks of a Shrubb versus Longboat Marathon New Year clash emerge alongside boxing and forthcoming corporate filings in Connecticut and Hartford area firms.
A collection of stories recounts mighty strength from Maximianus to Peter the Great and Alexander III. It notes feats such as lifting three men, bending coins, breaking horseshoes, and briefly mentions royal exploits and legends tied to these historic rulers. The piece blends myth with anecdotal history about royal power and physical prowess.
New York’s Dee Murphy defeated Australian Charlie Griffin in a twelve round fight at the Armory Athletic Club. Griffin landed strong rights in the eighth and ninth rounds, while Murphy absorbed the punches to win on points. George Madden Yinger died in Harrisburg from football injuries sustained in a game.
New Britain defeated New in von 4 to 1 in the final game at Hanna's Armory last night marking the season finale. Harkins and Duggan led the New Britain attack while Gardner of New Haven defended stoutly. Jean and Schiffer shone for New Haven, with Holderness and Pence stopping many drives as the crowd cheered a fitting end to the season.
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