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Newspaper
San Antonio Evening News
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1920
Page
8
In a rough opener, the Bruins fall to the Panthers as Panthers hitters and strong defense pressure the Bruins. Key moments include solid pitching from the Panthers and errors by the Bruins that allow multiple runs, with stars like Stowe Williams and Hoffmann contributing at the plate. The Bears also struggle offensively, while Panthers build cushion, and another game looms.
Kelty Field secured an even break by winning the second game at Bandera Sunday afternoon while losing the opener. Beir won 40 to 5 in the first game and 3 to Sh in the opener. Maloper worked in the opener and Price in the second contest for Kelis, with Maroney and Stereos pitching for Randera.
An old advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable liquid alternative to calomel. It claims calomel is dangerous, causes weakness and nausea, and warns children and the elderly can use Liver Tone with no harmful effects. It promises improved liver function and elimination of constipation without side effects.
The Lone Star Motors blanked the Arsenal Baseball club 4 to 0 at Krakenridgs Park on a Sunday afternoon. Hicks pitched well while Lenuy Aleks, McCurly, and Burke sparked timely hits as the Motors jumped early and held off the Arsenals with stout defense and two standout two-run plays.
Illinois clinched the conference track meet with 40 points, Michigan second, Missouri fourth, and California a threat but faltering. Scholz of Missouri tied the 1 3 3 record in the 220 and 100 yard dashes, Hoffman of Michigan set a javelin mark, while Charles Hicglos led Illinois with seven field event wins. In a separate game, Public Service Co. defeated Alamo Furniture 4 to 3 in ten innings after a pitching duel and late scoring bursts.
A dated ad-style notice features Doctor Connor of Johns Hopkins warning of nicotine dangers. It promotes Nicotol as a quick cure sold in drug stores with a money-back guarantee and promises dramatic health benefits, touting a forthcoming newspaper appearance to push the product.
The article notes Bat Dynamite’s strong hitting keeping them near the top of the standings despite weak pitching. It highlights Nick Altrock and Ping Godle, with Tremendous hitting lifting the Yucks to a first place tie, while the Indians and Reds trade places due to inconsistent hurling. Walter Reuther is singled out as a steady pitcher for the Reds, though he’s not flawless.
A scrambled sports brief lists matchups in multiple leagues and cities including Fort Worth at S N Antonio Shreveport at Houston Wichita Falls at Meauinoat Dallas at Galveston and New York at Brooklyn with American League games featuring Philadelphia at New York Detroit at Chicago and weather notes clear conditions and start times around 2 to 3 pm.
Springfield star pitcher Hod Eller addresses the baseball authorities’ shine ball ban. He recalls using a smooth, rough spot on the ball for movement, admitting he relied on the shine in clutch moments. He vows to adapt, throwing from different positions and focusing on speed rather than the shine. Public Service seeks a game, listing B. F. Donbar as contact.
In a River Ava Natatorium meet, Helen Chasey dominated events by winning the ladies' diving and swimming races while Ralph Bonnett impressed in the 60 yard dash with a 48 second time. Other winners included Trulph Bennett, Norman Wood, Emil Scheh, Byrd Roberts, and J F Clavein with Knupp placing well in several events.
Tommy Gibbons, brother of Mike, plans to move from middleweight to heavyweight and pursue a clash with Jack Dempsey. He eyes Georges Carpentier in the United States then England to gain ringside momentum before challenging Dempsey, Beckett, and Wells. Gibbons, 170 pounds, says he can fight at 190 and vows no fear of any opponent. He defeats Harry Greb in a recent 10-pound bout and aims for a bold showing in Europe before the fight.
The American Legion baseball team from Lesion Metcors defeated Beaten Division 13 to 0 yesterday at San Pedro Park after a rival team tried to eject players from the field. Edmonson led the Legion with multiple hits, while Schultz struck out and helped in defense as the Legion pitchers controlled the game. Batteries were Woodreff Sweeney and Chicago Schultz Smith.
Fort Worth Sunday afternoon saw the San Antonio Black Aces fall 54 to 04 in a hard fought game. The teams meet again today as the Fort Worth arena hosts the rematch with high stakes and renewed effort expected.
American golf hopeful Robert A. Gardner of Chicago showed best form in Scotland June 7, with Gardner and Nelson Willis of New Orleans contesting a dual with Lenya Scotts and Hon. Rachael Scott. The U.S. team, while favored, downplayed chances of a sweep as experts noted local knowledge advantages. Turner Bowling League meeting called for 2 o'clock to form a league as part of Bowling Association activities.
Seven thousand people die annually as fraudulent claims and unsafe ruptured hernia devices mislead victims. The ad promotes a device named PLAPAC PAC, claiming it cannot slip and requires no straps, urging readers to send their name for a free trial.
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