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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1928

Page

9

New York Commission backs heavyweight title match

New York State Athletic Commission chairman C K Farley said there would be no objection to a championship bout between Tom Heonty and Gene Tunnry. He noted the commission proposed three names Tex Rickard chose one, and all parties agreed.

Ualvarial Berries New York C. Ki James A. Farley Tha ‘State Athletic Commission Tom Heonty Gene. Tunnry Tony Tex Rickard Meaney Hoeney Dsek Bharkey Johnny Risk

City League's Utilities Triumph In Low-Scoring Win

The Public Service Utilities of the City League defeated Pilot Monee Huffaker's Utilities 27 to 0 on Sunday afternoon. Strong pitching from Red Cornwell and Lefty Carter limited the Saturday League to few hits as Wally and Harris led the offense with key hits and four runs batted in.

Red Jels" Harris Herrismen Bison Anerilfee Wally Tharhe Ab.r.rlo Goreell Biawae Ena Herrera Wate Ib Mrimbie Vettinacay E. Drearh Harris Cammwell Yao Carlen Torale Invetaver Murrar Lowe Os Povous Walttaurt Hutfokres Inninse Graot & Ls Cornweeil Gener Aft Cornwell Groot J. Ware Carter J. Harris Atpien Vaner Deeach J. Murriy Walls Heerery Parkhardt Trimble Horreen Groat Brant Ny Carter Hanen Falta Orn Weil Gruet Nilener Grant J. Marrin Qilcker Geant Jetram Harrie Mutenter

St Marys Parish Team 9 to 2 Winner

The St Marys Parish team defeated a rival in a decisive game, maintaining a strong lead with top scorers delivering key hits. Officials announce a next matchup on Tuesday night at the Coadh al Tin, with Jones presiding over the parish event.

Maryn Ming Felun Cinald Totty Raninat Kim Coadh al Tin We Ws Jones Parteh Lenge

Tilden to Lead American Davis Cup Team Abroad

The piece details what appears to be a plan for John Tilden to captain the American Davis Cup squad, prioritizing a diplomatic good will tour over immediate overseas play. It discusses motives, potential opponents, and the strategic choice to send stronger players in the early rounds to protect chances in later, tougher ties.

Alan J. Gould New York Bill Tidy Will” Os Mexico City Tilden Lear Heir Sleam Banis Augusta Tahould Robert Kinser Liowk Wei Tania Ahe Willard Crocker

Carr Creek enters national high school basketball meet

Carr Creek Ky a tiny mountain school with eight players all related seeks to prove itself in the University of Chicago sponsored national high school basketball tournament Carr Creek reached Kentucky class B state champs despite no gymnasium or paid coach and a 40 student body The schedule lists pairings with Canton Lyve Wheeling Port Collins Tulsa Moorhead and more while the event will be scouted by the National Federation of State High School Associations and a report will follow.

Kentucky Kentucky Oreans Garr Creek Murtion University of Chiquigo Oman Canton Minis Wheeling We Virginia Warsiaps Wu Lyve Wheeling Vu Hoa Port Collins Calo Ponghkeepsig SN. A Tulsa Okla Moorheat Minn Lop Winkell Kan Iron Mounada Minh Verlis Ny H Pine Blut Ark Muni U.S. Indians Carr Creek Loslewnmd Chicago Avestin Eta Rock Springs Wyu Tackeonvile Fin Spot Alozumbria Catonyville Mal M. Couer D'Alene Tolabo Tutland Wortsmouth Ve. Morvis Ain Vinge Iy Hrintol

Heaters Triumph Over Aviators at Sundar Field

A fragmented report notes the Heaters defeating the Aviators at the Sundar flying field. Key names include Kelly, Wield, Turner, Amor Fitch, Muveray, Corley, Drobinn, and Smiil, with limited readable details on the outcome and participants.

Pittsburg Kelly Sundar Dare

Gossip From Spring Camps Sparks Baseball Rumor Ties

News service plotlines from spring camps across cities Arlington to Birmingham report on Yankees, Braves, Robins, Cubs and Pirates. Highlights include Koenig homer, Jackson triple, Walker and Chaplin pitching, and Cubs beat Cuyler’s old team 14 to 7 in Los Angeles.

Dybternatual News Service Atlanta Guy Auell New York Yankees Atlanta Crockers Manteoory Yealerdlay Huth Gebriggel Hig Koenig Birmingham Ala New York Grants Washington Senators Aday Jackson Walker Chaplin New Yorkers Memphis

Draughon’s college team reaches final in state tourney

Draughon’s business college basketball squad, state champions, faces Tereseant Cochran’s Dees team from Dalles in the AAU final at Kansas City after defeating Be Cockerill of Pittsburg. The Dalley game and other district results set the stage for Saturday night showdown.

Craughin Business College Gitter Texas Amateur Athletic Flarelion Degughon Mill Mul Dalley Draughon Fort Worth

USK GROCERS BEAT BOERNE IN HARD PLAYED GAME

The USK Grocers edged Boerne in a tight baseball game 4 to 2. Harris pitched seven innings allowing no earned runs while Wogel gave up five hits. Stewart belted a three run homer contributing to USK’s victory with key doubles and solid fielding.

Tilman Weausee Rowlse Rompet Korma Sox Setary Stewart Alahbina Conrad Tiytander Werel Wonton Adainn Panne Bremar Uecker Ple Vlega Eng Natal Jiaon Dugan Agro Hina Bons Hiehbinny Bruce Bremer Wentina Namie Rita MinWall Tun Dumont Uscker Ratt Dumont Hmera Om Lin Harrie Thakinly Marria Daget Moertio

Trades Likely As Majors Move Toward Trades

New York April 2 Baseball opens with about 40 teams and uneven talent. Trades may rebalance rosters as clubs struggle with outfield versus infield surplus, while pitchers and catchers face overhaul. Only a few teams look settled with proposed moves likely to affect Washington Cincinnati Brooklyn Philadelphia and St Louis among others.

Brian Bell New York Lel Auf Uhe Washington George Hisler Joe Sulee Charmer Cincinnati George Tye Wally Pipp Giknte Lou Gehrig S. Louis Browns Dan Howley Browns Laie Raed

Crowds Witness Kicker Races at Woodlawn Lake

Thousands gathered at Woodlawn Lake Sunday afternoon as crowd favorites and a transit of racing craft filled the program. Miss Nehi and a fleet of boats led by Carl Jones in The Mallet dominated two events, with Tiny Rogeell piloting The Five in others, while several entries competed in a rainy afternoon of speed and spectacle.

Woodlawn Lake Ricker Gopi Warren Zool Efipaiant Meewan Dut Mckinnon Miss Nehi Fiat O'bor Whnera Mallet Carl Jones Mika Botterint Werd Nigra Hive Aen Cogutey Minn Nehlewally Willy Aleo Byttergut Hornepower Oenift Ant Henitlat Pegytia Ue Wedkon Tenry Flory Danild Morriann Wondlawa Lake Avril Jon Meding Lake San Antonia Anatelab Enn Ree

Arthur Zucht Medalist at Hillcrest Tournament

Arthur Zucht won medalist honors with 83 in the Hillcrest Country Club first spring tournament. Nearby scorers included Joe Straus and Jack Gugenheimer, all over the 90s, with many others listed in the qualifying beats. The field saw several over par marks and a late note that results will be verified this week.

Arthiur Zucht Jp Joe Straus Jack Gugenheim Jack Gugenheimer T. Mirris Jack Bevan Natholdewith Bid Ware Tovin Stone Dave Blraua Jor A. Classberg Fred ‘Straws Lod Moser Syl Pang Henry Gyan Bepyer Rimon Walled Toe Rosen Firkd Loo Aor N. ‘Lrotiner A. Kaufman Dre Syl Ling Toe Pincus Kuoman A Waris A. Welle Gilbert Tang Way Alt Aoeht Mal Cohen George Lavon H. Tul WI Birost Sevren San

Seeligson Worthy Champion in Local Tennis Meet

Arthur Beeligoun, long recognized as a top tennis figure, defeated Claude Fugu to claim top honors at the Antowig Country club spring tournament. Reports suggest Seeligson plans a bid to lure Southwest regional competition, with Lamar Seeligson named as district champion.

Arthur Beeligoun Sevligs Pndls Vesas Municipal Foods

Rattlers Rally To Defeat Maciers In Drama Laced Finish

The Rattlers edged the Maciers 8 to 7 in a tense Sunday game, with late runs in the final two innings sealing the victory. Pitching battled through errors as the Carmo defense struggled, and key hits in the late frame propelled Bt. Mary’s to the win. Nelsons and Olver pitched for the Rattlers with Norkus contributing at the plate.

Bt. Mary'x

Central A.0 Team Claims Double Win

A garbled report notes Central A.0 achieving a double win though details are unclear. Names appear distorted and almost unreadable, hindering precise identification of teams or outcomes. The text references multiple individuals and a station, but the intended event or score cannot be reliably determined.

Liberty Rifle Club Meets Austin Rifle Club Sunday

The Liberty Rifle Club arranged a joint shoot with the Austin Rifle Club for Sunday, April 16 at the new Liberty range on Weinore. Members reported results from a Sunday practice at 200 yards offhand and 800 yards prone with scores from Thompsen to Nissen and others, urging shooters to attend next Sunday’s organized practice.

Taberty Mitch Austin Rifle Club Vme Liberty Thompsen Talcots Moore Mussie McFarland Albrecht Fest Wells Newberry Kempt Niebateon D. Nissen

Dyer Wins Trapshooting Highlight at Willow Springs

Charley Dyer led the Willow Springs event with 6 out of 100, refusing to concede. Others scoring included Bob Ward and Ernest Powell with 4 each, Lt. Murphies 88, Lieu Kelso 86, and Ada Thenperwein among the officials, with varied scores across a wide field.

Charley Dyer Willow Springs Gunehub Bob Ward Ernest H. Powrll S. Adame W. Smart Chris Bates Murphies Lieutennis Kelso MM. Pieres Tatling BB. Saunres. Pro Ted Thenault Neste Drofensional

Scribes Begin Golf Tourney

The article previews a golf tournament with Harry Gymoig and Renial Scalch as notable figures. It notes the qualifying round set for the current week, starting Monday afternoon, with early rounds to nine holes and a second bracket for late entrants. The first round and match play extend into April, framed as a leisurely newspaper event.

Harry Gymoig Renial Harry Wahie Syill Bel

All Gold Coffees Down Dibble Club in Lopsided Win

All Golf Coffee Alug gers collected 21 safeties off Gray as they defeated the Dibble Sports 21 to 8 in a Brackenridge afternoon game. Latrieher allowed 15 safeties but clamped down in the late innings. John TMunsanderity plans a Legion Juniors event for the Juntine Leaguers and the Leaguers seek to launch action within a week or ten days.

Latrieher Legion John Tmunsanderity Travelers Moenlay Hig Legion League

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