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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1929

Page

4

McGraw’s Second Baseman Shuffle Delays Yankees Return

In a chaotic 1920s style column Davis and Walsh recount manager John McGraw’s tinkering with the New York lineup. They note Erle Moore’s injury risk, Andy Reeve’s fielding limits, and internal debates over shifting players to second base. The piece highlights tensions over Ed Bennett, Tom Moore, and speculation on replacements as the club ponders a pennant bid.

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Another Texan Makes The Grade

Walter Jobson has served as manager for Washington and notes Li Brown from Texas, with a claim this year will be better after a rough previous season. The Senators opened a series with a 1–0 loss, as Sam Domes pitched, while Marc Verrs aided the defense.

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Risso Removes Von Porat as Contender

Risko, the trialhorpe of the heavy weight division, listed Olly Von Porat of Nerrar as a challenger. Johnny broke his losing streak with a 10 round beating, dominating every round with infighting. Porat showed limited offense, landing only a few rights, while Risko moved inside and controlled the bout. Porat failed to capitalize on openings, sustaining a clear defeat in Boston.

Boston G—ti—Tohnny Riska Trialhorpe Hac Weko Jelany Isko Hiska Tike Toston

Swimmer Seeks Endurance Mark in Jacksonville Pool

Jacksonville, Bla April 6 P Narig Kellum a 200 pound swimmer works toward a new endurance swimming record after six hours in a public pool. The current mark is held by Mike Ay Po of Winston, New York at seven hours and 22 minutes.

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Weissmuller Absence Highlights Record Race Prowess

In a near record-breaking showcase, Weissmuller’s absence underscores the Denky era’s sprint depth. Spence and Laufer split victories and new marks in freestyle and stroke events, while Kojar and other rivals threaten world records. The meet features multiple Ukraine- and New York-linked performances, with notable dives, backstrokes, and relay efforts shaping the standings.

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Hoover Ball Pass on Elephant’s Hide Exposed

Fragmented article notes President Hoover and others at the National League meeting. It mentions a ceremonial ball pass on an elephant hide, a sealed document, and references to seating, a ticket, and changes reportedly discussed for November 13.

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High Tracemen Shine in Dual Meet Shows

Main district qualifiers edge Brackenridge in a two meet display at Gnevete Field. Kivlin wins three events including high jump, pole vault, and javelin while Johnson stands out for Brackenridge, helping the team secure enough points to advance to the district meet in San Marcos.

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Detroit Improves Minor Loop Diet At Port Worth Meet

Detroit athletes return to Fort Worth for a local track meet after an earlier effort. The readable fragments show a standard brief about event plans and outcomes with mentions of teams and dates, though specifics are incomplete.

Horton Smith's One Bad Habit Revealed Amid Ryder Cup Plans

In New York on April 6, Horton Smith, Ryder Cup ace, misses due to illness while Teo and Bill Mehthorn prep for rain-affected matches in England. Teammates Deigel and Diegel, plus Canadian champion Lea Miegel, join a rain-soaked practice at Cherry Valley as Smith recovers.

Brian Bell Anwi New York Lea Miegel England Teo Bill Mehthorn Garden City Jimmy Jw Willie Wetu Horton Smith Rederiam Ilis Rim Joplin Smith Eforis California Rome Diegel Gnome Cherry Valley Inisges Palung Auth Hirdie Molhorn Diegeltos Tan Cherry Valles United States Yeo

Fight Results From The Associated Press Ledger Style Card

Boxers from Chicago Philadelphia Milwaukee Cleveland and other cities posted results with knockouts draws and decisions. Notable bouts included Otto mutnainted and Young Joe Sem ple losing by knockout and Jimny Davis claiming a win in Cleveland while Keith Car ies prevailed in Orlando Florida.

Associated Drees Boxton Johnney Risko Clevelawn Otto van Porat Chicago Tom O'Leary Wwilkesbarre Joe Semple Akrott Henry Young Wirpo Louisville Bid Riley Troy San Peniciseo Esunkie Mturuy Philadelphia Fingpy Atherton Keith Caries Orelund Jack McCarthy Maskoges George Godfrey KK. Ollartwills

Salo Leads Bunion Derby in Baltimore Run

Johnny Salo, of Tassaic New Jersey, leads the Union Derby in Baltimore with a finish near the front yesterday and again tops the field today. He has earned $10,000 prize money and eyes a future police department appointment as the caravan travels toward the Cumberland mountains.

Baltimore Johnny Salo Flying Cop Tassaic N. J C. C. Tyle Salo Tiayre Grace Gulsto Umok Mary Herbert Terleman New York

Harry Hartz to Race Again in Salem Track Meet

Harry Hartz resumes racing after a layoff at Salem on May 10. Teammate Patty Hartz, Taetz, and others schedule a mile intermission event with heats led by Taetz. Hartz’s health is still unsettled though Daniel and Teich expect him to perform. Startz previously won the American championship and finished second in the Southwest, with Linile and HG noted among participants.

Oissmuolis Patty Hartz Antimohitre Welver Salem SN Taetz Lee Ba Salem Tony Jeneamly Varius Startz

Netters Break Even in Brackenridge Match

Brackenridge hosts a tennis meet as Bewckineldee, Chally, and Lolly lead a doubles battle. Flynt pairs with Acer to edge Martin and Walter Seorl. score tied 4-4 as players exchange games amid mixed results.

Bewckineldee Lolly Dialice Mundiy Rency Dwarn Foire Walter Seorl

Browns Lose Lengthy Game to Kansas City

Browns fall in a lengthy contest against Kansas City in extra innings. Leith drove in runs and multiple players contributed, with cautious notes on St. Danuis due to an ankle injury from Metaphid Pharrmiing.

Browns Kansas City Wadhay City Sh. Leith Browns Karen Caly No Colling Rogaine Prilvhrig St. Danuis

Dr Pepper Baseball Club Making Debut

Fragmented OCR text displays a debut of a local baseball club named Dr Pepper with unclear names and locations. The readable phrases mention Dr Pepper, a debut event, and several garbled proper nouns that may be player or team names. No clear dates, places, or outcomes emerge from the readable content.

DR. Pepper Baseball Club

Philadelphia Nines Crippled In Early City Series

In Philadelphia on April 6 the opening of the city series between the American and National leagues is affected by injuries. Manager Shorton and player Mack of the club are reshuffling the lineup as pitcher Timmy Thevonurw remains sidelined with illness and a benefit auto accident keeps Trax Thenge from pitching. Shortuiop Boley stands in the rotation with Tatty Grove set to pitch as the team copes with finger injuries and illness.

Philadelphea Trivines Eitent 'Angger Mack Ublevias Shorton Ihmlus Shortuiop Boley Fay Timmy Chilties Arin

Unclear event notes miscopied in LOEQ Jones relay

Fragmented text lists bouts and schedules with names like Dynamite Vn and George Dilworth Vr. Mentions a bout between Dynamite Vn and George Dilworth Vr scheduled for next Friday. Several garbled phrases reference substitutes, fees, and a planned fight card at an event venue.

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Bush Begins Making Opening Day Lineup

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Dallas Paw Woener Nanle Bish Hogan Wein Natioorl Inagneeres Dick Trartell Adamy Shart

Schuh Grocers and Ormsby Team Meet

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Schuh Grocers Ormsby Selah Gelf Kerve Rencera Ornohr Tsiler Mt

Golf invasion of England under way

Britain prepares for its open championship as top professionals and leading players, including MacDonald Smith and Locher McLean, head to Myisfield on May 6. The Ryder Cup team mixes veterans with new hopes, while women’s contenders led by Glennin Celtett and Marion Airpie target St Andrews starting May 3.

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Young Men’s Christian Association Basketball Seeds Set

The seventh annual international YMCA basketball championship began with strong showings by Monk elnie Buffalo Oak Park and Ann Arbor as they defeated several rivals to reach the semifinals. Ann Arbor upset St. Paul and Cambridge routed opponents, while Buffalo and Montclair advanced in quarterfinals. semifinals scheduled for 2 p.m. local times.

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DAZZY VANCE NEARS TOP CONDITION EARLY

Dazzy Vance rapidly approaches top form as he prepares for the Brooklyn Dodgers in the National League. Reporter notes his strong two-inning relief outing, allowing one hit and one walk, with a notable performance by Mobile hurters for a 12 to 5 win.

Mouibe Amel Caweairn Rapide Phae Ta Gwoil Brooklyn Robing Hut Wie Wazxier Aye Hilt Terani

Luling High Stars Injured In Wreck

A Friday afternoon car crash near Luling injured several Luling High School players en route to a game. One student sustained serious injuries while others suffered cuts and minor hurts. the group was riding in a vehicle driven by M. Kuboraltreet.

Luling High Stars Luling Tu Martly Paraicute Trark Negimere M. Kuboraltreet Thedesuis

Boxing Stars Promised By Harmon String

Harmon plans a boxing push featuring listed stars Andre Terentia Tony Canzeneri Jing Miller Tat Margary Bouexshoy Finegan Starry Blittman Fhefin Barka and Bert Mastre as he aims to energize the industry and draw new China stalium.

Bammer Andre Terentia Tony Canzeneri Jing Miller Tat Margary Bouexshoy Finegan Starry Blittman Fin Barka Bert Mastre

Texas Team Among Last Four in National Meet

A chaotic report from Chicago describes a national high school basketball tournament narrowing to the semifinals. Athens Texas and Classen Oklahoma City reach the final four, with semi opponents set for 2 pm and 3 pm starts, as Morton and Brockton compete for consolation placings.

Texans Athens High School Hornets Oth Tenas Chicago Tompkins Brothers Athens Stars Jirmy Kitts Texas University of Chicago Arer Athens Texis Classen Oklahoma City Okls Mowthwrat Jory Cole Wrat Jackson Mich Dark Son Morton Cinven Columbia Wierathind Brockton Matociny Albions Teno Pylon Wheelie Alas Kolley Grave

Farmers and Longhorns clash in three sports

A messy, OCR filled report outlines Texas A&M Aggies and Texas Longhorns facing each other across track, tennis, and baseball within the Southwest Conference. It notes injuries to key players, coaching plans by Coach Littlefield, and mentions future matchups and regional venues.

Chess Masts at International Tournament and New York Victory

Sixth round of the International chess tournament ends with Kingate at 28 to 14. Capablanca defeats Winter and Mendizko defeats Price in notable games. Cities include Atlanta and Seattle show strong regional interest as the event extends.

Tovan'r Schell Urata AM Winithald Chlemea Tal Itunwan Lewin Kaneng Iy New Orienne Clevelan Mira Mendizk Price Ibshiristein Hergeant Port Worth Bok Vane

Fragmentary 1900s Era Notes Report Unclear Event

A garbled OCR fragment contains scattered names and places, mentioning towns, people, and a mix of possible events. Readable items include a list of individuals, an event date hint, and various place names, but the overall meaning remains obscured.

Baylor Track Rivals Face Southern Methodists in Dallas

Baylor and Southern Methodists meet in Dallas for a track competition with both sides aiming to show stronger relay and sprint events. The meet highlights potential emerging talents from Murphy, Crowell, and Haye, with prospects of close finishes and notable performances.

Dallas Walveesity Ipnek Murphy Tio-Milrr Inne Capi Therbert Crowell Paller Ei Mortinge

IREDSWORKING OUT ON VANDERBILT FIELD NASTVIT

IREDS working out on Vanderbilt Field in Nashville. The Red Legs narrowly beat Gin Nowley 2 to 1. Tomorrow they meet the Fajots, a Nashvillian crowd, at Fort Hay.

Vanderbilt Field Tony

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