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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1931

Page

4

Indians and Giants Seconds Clash in San Antonio Exhibition

The San Antonio Tedians prepare to host the New York Giants second team at League Park with Saturday and Sunday games at 3:30 and 3:00 respectively, then travel to play the Pirates in town midweek. Manager Robertson hints at Western League pitcher debuts and trade rumors swirl as Texas league open approaches.

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Father Bill Daly Racing Figure Dies at 92

William Daly known as Father Bill, a colorful figure in racing, died at his Bronx home after a long life beginning in Ireland. Born in Ireland, Daly came to the United States as a child and became a notable presence in track history, with friends Suupyee Gurrison, Tod Sleap, and Jimmy McLaughlin among his era’s remembered names. He passed away Thursday. news of his death emerged late Friday.

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Coast League clubs swap majors in San Francisco deal

The San Francisco Missions traded Homer Llanowman to Jos An Jes for Jimmy Welsh in a swap that included Wes Schulmerich and more. Los Angeles reportedly received Welsh while the National Raster failed to report full terms, highlighting unsettled details in the deal.

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Exhibition notes and venue listings across major cities

A fragmented listings page from The Anscatel Press details exhibition venues in New York Philadelphia Birmingham Chicago Dallas Fort Worth and other cities. It references fairs, showings, and event locations with various theater and gallery mentions amidst unclear dates and line breaks.

Donohue Feels Like Pete of Old

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Golden Coast sails in from South Seas with New Zealand logs

The Mal son liner Golden Coast reached Portland Oregon on February 5 1984 from the South Seas with a cargo described as New Zealand log. The load is stated as a kind of grass seed rather than atmospheric vapor. The article also recalls the Alamo history noting its long flag heritage and the Texas path to statehood. It mentions a cartoonist inquiry about Helieve Mir Nut cartoons and asks readers to mail a stamped self addressed envelope.

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Coast Leaguers Defeat Majors With Regularity

New York report details spring exhibition results across Coast League vs Major League clubs. Notes dominance by western and southern groups, with Coast League teams claiming several wins while majors struggle for consistency. Mentions teams including Pittsburgh, Detroit, and others in a broad round of early season play.

Olympic-Stars Village To Be Built For Games

In Los Angeles an Olympic village will be constructed to house about 400 people, including women athletes. The plan, echoing international style, features residences with offices and banking facilities, a special diving room, and entertainment in a university hall. The village will be torn down after the Games, around August 14.

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Rhyne Bruised as X Ray Reveals Injury After Hit

X ray exams in Louisville show Halibynn Relfox sustained a bruised skull after being struck in the head by a batted ball during practice. He was unconscious briefly, with officials noting the skull fracture concern at 6. The incident occurred when a ball halted by El Walsh Jr at Lewisville practice.

Louisville Anell Halibynn Boston Bud Cruise el Walsh Jr Lewisville bin Skull

Liberty Club Sunday shoot at Wetmore road range

Liberty Club will hold a small bore championship at 50 yards on the Wetmore road range starting at 9 o'clock Sunday with a big bore practice shoot afterward. Rudolph Kempf led the small bore shoot at Fort Sait Houston indoor range with a preregistered score of 183 of 200.

Laberty Pistol and Tile Club Wetmore Road Dhurmday Rudolph Kempf Fort Sait Houston Sardm Heorea Rudolph Keorpt J. W. Dean Th. Martin Thenien Arta Allerkamp

Ponies Defeat Baylor in Dallas Track Meet

Southern Methodist University edged Baylor at a Dallas relay meet yesterday winning despite a relay mishap. Milot led with 10 points while teammate Laomreil scored high. details unclear due to OCR errors but Ponies claimed overall victory.

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Playgrounds Ball League Scrambles Through Night

The Alani fra Works faced tough play as Sumsen and Kobe Painters Mullupet Sikarsiay Rewth met in a tense game. Cron Works and Arnelly Sauar led for Klages and Hutnotl with steady pitching from Obrint and Kunelard. In a record-keeping moment Selneidir starred for the winners, hitting three times and driving in runs as the lineup rallied late.

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Coleman Flies Out of Ropes in Loss to Cyclone Fox

In a rough Exposition arena main event, Coleman and Fox clashed through the ropes with Fox gaining a late victory after a sequence of holds and takedowns. The match featured high tension, repeated slams, and crowd involvement as Fox ultimately triumphed by decision amid the chaotic bout.

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Lake Spill Task Forces Lake Drainage Debate

Local officials and engineers visited Medina Lake to inspect faults causing water loss. Leary O Malley and Glenn OC led a team from the Lake States Bureau. calls for repairs and government aid followed. The party, including Porter Lorling and Martin Weight, discussed wages and means to save Medina Lake amid radio coverage of the visit.

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Aggies Trim Back Veterans For Triangular Meet

AGS coach Frank Anderson welcomes back five veterans to form a stronger Texas A&M squad. The returnees include Larry Butler in pole vault, Bull Floyd in javelin, Don Slacomb in hurdles, Laleh Gebenta in javelin, and Frank Morris in pole vault. Team eyes Austin meet with Texas Longhorns and Abilene Christian College.

College Station Texsa Eficly Sexson Frank Anderson Laleh Gebenta Javesin Etnr Frank Morris

College Ball Fort Worth Roundup Aprils Playdowns

In Fort Worth on April 4 the Peran Christian University baseball team lost 3 to 0 to the Southern Vneilic railway squad in the second straight defeat. The Frogs then headed to Weisla Falls to face the Syvulpees in the afternoon as part of their Texas tour.

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Stanley Cup battle begins as Canadiens defeat Blackhawks 4 to 2

Montreal’s Canadiens captured a 4 to 2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in the opening game of the Stanley Cup finals. The matchup, held at Chicago Stadium, marked the first of the series with plans for the remainder of the games to determine hockey’s premier prize.

Chicago Tanatolas Lea Caradicnn Montreal Chicago Blackhawks

Cuthbert Marathon Winner at Toronto

Johnny Cuthbert of Guelph Ontario won the Toronto marathon yesterday in about 2 hours 40 minutes and 8 seconds. An 18 year old Iron Man participant from May Sandis finished second amid mixed acclaim.

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Sterling Will Hurl Houston First, Ball Event

Sterling of Texas will pitch the opening game against Houston on Friday night at Thuffalaninc Hall. The event, part of a downtown athletic luncheon hosted by the Houston Chamber of Commerce, drew members from the athletic reministce and related clubs. details remain hazy due to OCR errors.

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Bell Taxi Drivers Play Couple Sunday

A cryptic note from the Bell Taxi office mentions taxi drivers and a Sunday event. It notes a morning gathering and a location at Thonteleck oat Taanbert with an address at 8280 migage. The message references an elder named Ered and a planned preach at the office.

Bell Taxi

Wilson and Boss Clash Over Slumps in Chicago Rumor

Los Angeles report claims Hack Wilson and manager may clash over hitting approach as Wilson struggles in exhibition games. A Chicago contact says Wilson aims to drive runs in June rather than chase homers, while teammate Hornsby downplays rumors of him being a “bater.” Jess Pettit, veteran pitcher, reportedly sent to Los Angeles for spring form issues.

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Veteran Blue Help To Sox Infield Veterans Pooled Infield

Hatter Rock Ark April 4 Chicago White Sox infield will be manned by AL veterans. Tazume Atwell, newly acquired from the Browns, anchors first base with Willie Kamm at third. Donje Bush oversees the infield while Take Anpling and TW Cinsell start at the other two spots.

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Virginia Van Wie and Maureen Orcutt Reach Gulf Tour Finals

Virginia Van Wie of Chicago and Maureen Orcutt of Englewood New Jersey meet in the finals of the North and South women's gulf tournament here as Van Wie makes her fifth bid after advancing Friday by defeating Tone Bronks of New York and another finalist.

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Fenix Butchers Meet Alazan Tigers Sunday Afternoon

El Fenix butchers meet the Alazan Tigers Sunday afternoon at Waoslowa Inhke diamond. All the Ven! Vondargere nakes to be om anil at 12 oefork by Managee FB. G. Ternonilez.

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Untitled boxing notes report unclear couple clash

Fragmentary item from a Chicago reader page mentions a man named George Tratton and a wife with disputed actions. The text is garbled, with references to a prize ring, divorce, and medical terms, but no coherent event or dates emerge.

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Sutter and Vines Triumph in Davis Cup Semi Final Pairing

New Orleans reports Ellsworth Vines and Clifford Soller beat George Lott and John Van Ryn 6 3 0 1 to win the doubles. Sutter meets Van Ryn in the singles semi final with Tulane star Butter aiming to face Vines in the final if victorious. Vines and Soller advance to challenge.

New Orleans Ape New Orleane Elgine Station Togrammmr George Lott John van Iyn Philadelphia Ellsworth Vines Paradena California Clifford Soller Hutter Tulane van Ryn Totny Butter van Ryn Dott Alrends Hig Eine Vines

Announcement of Maz Aducating-Young Miridling Fight

New York April 4 Wire service reports the Maz Aducating-Young Miridling fight will be held on April 15. William I. Curry, president of Mlailigon Square eariten, said editors were told of the decision. Sheldon Clark, a Chicago businessman, is expected to represent the garden convention. Cleveland is reportedly favored as the venue per close sources.

Maz William I. Curry Mlailigon Square Eariten Chicago Sheldon Clark Wealtlur Chicagoan Cleveland

Industrial Leaguers Meet Saturday Night

The City Tadnatical league seeks catrantasand will wear at Barbera Sporting frooda company at 7 30 Saturday night. Dibble Sports play Sunday clash Ssintay Pac WREATLIN RESULTS at Schenectady Dan Chenege defeats Jack Wagner Providence New York Jack Sherer Omaha Beank Tutson Otto Huhtanen Finland Won from Willin Eberle Germany George Calza Italy Leighton Afarry Moammnos Ohio Negro Trams Pray Gunter hotel Porters balters Taintola Park Rec Sox play at 3 o clock Sunday Lincoln Park activity by city recreation department GAB LERS IN PRACTICE Liberty Gasserk 3230 Saturday Lions Field No 1 synod 26 to 18 Gasgrra start in Ynustriot League April 4 Williams gets letter Tom Williams San Antonio youth lettermen on Maglor university basketball team for the season

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