Waterbury and Naugatuck High Meet Ends In Waterbury Victory
Waterbury High School and Naugatuck High held a makeshift track meet at Driving Park on short notice. Waterbury won 48 to 33, with Larkin and Leary among multiple winners in sprints, jumps, and distance races. notable results include Leary first in shot put and broad jump, and Larkin leading in 100 yard dash and 440 yard run.
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Gotch Eyes Seattle Title Shot With Dr Roller
Champion Frank A. Gotch reveals a Seattle June 20 title match against Dr Roller, declaring Roller the best wrestler in the United States. Gotch recalls a prior Seattle bout, detailing Roller’s speed and strength and his own, later relief at the bell ending the hour while noting Roller’s potential for a future, larger career elsewhere.
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Redler
Revered Referee George Siler Stricken in City Walk
Chicago reports veteran boxing official and sporting writer George Siler suffered a heart attack while walking to State Street. Known worldwide for refereeing prize fights and sports journalism, he is described as serious though hopeful, with a history of angina and multiple prior attacks.
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George Siler
Daily Press
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Waterbury Routs New Britain in Rough Doubleheader
Waterbury suffers a 2-3 setback as New Britain wins in Reidville with a bruising display. Spud Murphy and Pierrot spark early support while Bronkle’s pitching steadies the visitors. Waterbury’s bats stall after an initial burst. Umpire McCloud, in debut, adds to the day’s mixed energy as Parker’s misfired curves frustrate locals.
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Ketchell Beats Papke In Ten Round Milwaukee Bout
Milwaukee June 5 Ketchell of Grand Rapids won a ten round decision over Billy Papke of Kewanee in a furious bout before 6000 at the Milwaukee Boxing Club. Papke faded late as both fighters were in peak condition and several challengers were named after the verdict. A separate cable from Portland announced Bartley Connolly knocked out Jack Palmer in Liverpool.
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Sullivan Goes to World
Edward D. Sullivan resigns after three years as sporting editor in New Haven and will join the New York World next Monday. He will work with the Evening World on humorous writing and is a New Haven native, son of Mr and Mrs M F Sullivan of Portsea street. He played football at New Haven High School.
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New York World
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Portsea Street
Pine Hill league holds first meeting amid teams and schedule
The Pine Hill league opened with officers named as President Thomas Conlon Secretary Jack Walsh and Treasurer Lambert O’Miel. Teams listed include Sacred Hearts Tornadoes Tribunes and Browniers with a June schedule featuring Tornadoes against Sacred Hearts Tribunes against Brownies and other matchups.
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Quality clothing beats lead in boys wear race
In the race to make boys clothing, Quality is favored to win long term. The ad touts overalls to suits with 25¢ coats and stock sizes 4 to 16. Khaki suits and blue serge knickerbockers for ages 7 to 16 are advertised, plus sailor blouses and wash suits for younger children.
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Yale Oarsmen Fight Fire On Thames
Yale crews paused practice to help fight a house fire in New London on the Thames. The faux blaze drew the squad to form a volunteer brigade using borrowed utensils, saving coal bins and a lumber yard as they hurried back to their 6 o'clock session. Coach Kennedy noted slower practice due to recent bad weather and rough watermanship.
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O Hagan Suspended For Three Days And Fine
Captain Harry O Hagan received a three day suspension and a five cent fine as penalty from the president after an incident involving the New England Reschell team. The decision followed a review of yesterday's events and reflects club discipline standards.
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Mane
New England Reschell Feager
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