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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1929

Page

8

Ryder Cup and British Open Loom for United States Team

April 10 report from Leeds outlines American women and men golfers preparing for Ryder Cup defense against British pros. Notable players Hagen, Diegel, Sarazen, and Jones highlight a multi-event schedule from late April to May including the British Open at Muirfield, and a set of European matches. A hockey note adds United States field hockey invitation to Los Angeles for next winter.

Waller “Hagen Hagen Leeds Ipeves Mauretania Harea Johnny Farrell Leo Diegel Folfers’ Association Hortan Y Smith Yoplin Ghost Shethers al Watrous Johnny Gotten Gene Sarazen Joe Turners al Espinos Ea Dudley Ber Bill Meblhorn Tommy Armour George von Elm Mintionel MacDonald Smit Euine America Aga Marion Hollins Marion Torple Glenna Collett Cherspier United Sistes Uae Audrey's Muirfield Controos Leeda Bobby Jones United States Hocker Jesus Los Angeles

Wild Win Drives Buttons Ahead in Academy League

Bt Mary's Academy and Brackenridge High share the lead after a 26 to 13 win by Buttons over Peacock Military Academy at Button's Field. Shortstop Johnston had two hits for 13 runs and Pilcher Danes added 14 walks for Buttons. Holzman singled four times in three trips. Wednesday's schedule features Main Avenue High vs Alamo Heights High at Mules Lot, with Antons facing Texan Military. In another note, Four Own's investment ad hints weight business opportunities at Von Daele stadium.

Mary's Academs Brackenrige High Peacock Military Academy Inng Josers Shortstop Johnston Pilcher Danes Buttons Bt, Mary Dutch Holzman Main Avenue High Alamo Heights

Baseball All Peace After Hot Time

Davis J Walsh notes a calmer mood returning to baseball after a tumultuous era. Managers and stars from multiple teams faced tensions, suspensions, and public feuds, but the sport settles into steadier routines with calls for fair conduct and renewed focus on play. Names and teams appear as examples of postwar caution and reconciliation.

Cardinals Ready for City Series Opener Against Hawunsville

In St Louis plans and lineup shifts emerge as the Cardinals prepare for the City Series opener. After prior contests, expected starters include Sherdelt and Kill, with Alexander and Luak slated for Sunday duty as the team aims to rebound against Hawunsville.

ST. Louis Cardinals Hvansuile Idoness St. Juuig Cardinals Fort Wayne Hetore St. Louis Sutineday L Lord Kill Hrawun Wits Alesandr Uuak Ong Sundas

Would Limit Racing Season in Illinois Proposal

A proposed bill in the Illinois House would cap the racing season starting November 1, restricting racing activity and potentially affecting tracks, wager handling, and regional schedules. The measure seeks to curb extended seasons and regulate activity across venues, with lawmakers weighing economic and public policy impacts.

Illinois

Page Rewarded With Long Contract Details In April

A garbled April page notes a long contract reward for a figure linked to the interior division. It mentions high ratings and a notable performer or team, with references to a director and possible implications for future assignments and seating or ticketing arrangements.

Pat Page Inere Klay

Dempsey in Chicago On a Mystery Boxing Mission

A cryptic report places Dempsey in Chicago for an unclear boxing mission. The notes mention potential promotional ties for New York shows and emphasize unidentified parties, with no concrete confirmations or dates beyond April 10.

Cuigagy Dempsey Ehlenga New York Fempling Aladin

Mercy Moules Remembrance and Boxing Views Echoes of a Fading Era

Veteran boxer Mercy Moules is recalled for his career and retirement, with Montes noting the risks of professional prize fighting. The piece discusses Moules's stance against a boxing livelihood and emphasizes the value of planning a second career. It also praises Athens Texas athletes, highlighting the national high school basketball team and its balanced, team-driven play.

Yeilivtie Sander

Senators Play Ball for Walt

ACGUSIA Ga April 10 Walter refused and his Senators from Washington, site siriking the New York Giants Invk lead. The Senators gave the Giants another thrashing renterlay, 7 In 8, battering Bred Fitzsimmona for six rn in the second inning. Myuller of fact, all Abe Cliant pitcher seem to have one bad inning to get rid of every time they pitch. The day Walter the Senators had rudely assaulted Kor Hohe ble for five runs in one inning.

Acgusia Walter Refised Senators Washington New York Giants Giants Renterlay Bred Fitzaimmona Myuller Abe Cliant Wwfer Kor Hoheble Aerion Johnvon Box Aaay Jones Wraxton Hadley Hin Boney Charlot Irgit Marberry New York

Amateur pugilists across 13 cities compete for national titles

The national amateur boxing championships began Monday night with 125 contestants seeking Dixit tiller honors. New York and Boston lead with five boxers each in four of the finals, while Rapid City Michigan and others push teams toward semi finals.

Dixit Tiller New York Boston Tith Elansox Battlers Trand Rapidy

Simmons Slowed by Ankles. Athletics Start Season Short a Player

Philadelphia April 10 1971 Outfielder Al Simmons will not play opening week due to ankle injuries. He may retire if no improvement after treatments and home recovery. Manager Mack plans rest and partial outfield duty once he returns from the first road trip. Shortstop Joy Haley also sidelined with a sore arm, limiting opening lineup.

Philadelphia AL Simmons Bateman Mildelphin Athletics Hinmous Mack Simmoog Athletics Summa Siav Mackmen Joy Haley Regniar Shortytop

Fight Results From Associated Press Card

Boxing results from multiple cities show a mix of decisions and knockouts. Notable wins include Chicaro Al Greenfield earning a points victory over Willie Alichell, and Fay Kosky defeating Johnny Q uinese on a foul. Several bouts end by knockout or stoppage with fighters like Tom Plyir and Harry Sayers securing wins.

Chicaro al Greenfield Chicago Willie Alichell Stelpium Soling Fay Kosky San Brandsen Johnny Q'uinese Columbus Ohio Clyde Chaslain Dallas Lexey Fuck Horner SL Lantis Cleveland Gorilla Toney Akron Tommy Freeman Erie Paul Pirrane Billy Fret Indianapolis Vom Sayers Wetrait Tim Terry Thurblin Sioux Falls Billy Vetral Fargo Norman Brown Umgo Ridiumspolig Harry Philadelphia Lew Terry

Red Sox Hurlers Get Much Needed Support in Richmond

Richmond Va April 10 The Boston Red Sox received weak field support as nine men reached base on eight hits and an outfield error. Charley and Milt Gaston pitched, facing 41 batters with only a late ninth inning rally producing a run amid three consecutive hits while Boston hitters lined 17 safeties and runs.

RED Sox Richmond Boston Red Sox Charley Milt Gaston Wately Giasy

McWeeny Delivers to Lift Crackers Over Braves

Atlanta April 10 Tony McWeeny finally found his form and struck out a string of batters as the Crackers defeated the Braves 11 to 4. McWeeny, slow to heat, pitched well through seven innings before his early exit, with Wilbert Rab insting buy ceme to expect from hin reg ulare. The Braves showed life late but could not overcome the Sunday showcase.

Atlanta Tony McWeeny Lina Wilbert Rabinst Ceme Hin McWeeny Nome Ime Atlanta Stouintyy Toningy Taye Anerouy Hobing

Frogs Rally Big Inning To Defeat Baylor

In a high scoring inning, Baylor falls as Frogs surge with an error, homers, and three runs in the fourth after two outs. Pitchers Rory Stearn and Walker deliver duel style action as Fragaanty and Lywnemane Harieg noted among key plays.

Wack Carroll Owl Huckley TC UW Jive Shnk Kaxter Reara Rory Stearn Fragaanty Walker VCOL Whe Feng Lywnemane Harieg

Cubs Win 21 of 26 Exhibition Battles

Yidurtos, Apr 10, McCarthy’s Cubs machine hit on all cylinders, moving northward after a strong exhibition season. The Cubs defeated Mejtem 9 to 2 yesterday, boosting their exhibition record to 21 victories in 28 games. Hack Wilken homered and added a single as the lineup held off Hullsday.

Yidurtos Dng McCarthy Cub Wtccountyl Yenra Cubs Mejtem Theis Weaher Hack Wilken Iynke Feale Hully

Conner Boosts Opening Day Attendance and Hopes

Manager Tom Canter of the Undine club promotes opening day with radio support and fan engagement. Aiming for a strong crowd, the team expects about 16,000 at Fort Worth as Dal Jag plays, with ticket demand steady and no serious injuries reported.

Mitonto Techang Auinn Ty Tom Canter Undine Mand Bo 39 Um Kenvdinayiew Antonio Mibher Fort Worth

MOPAC League Schedule Out For 1910 Season

The Missouri Pacific Sunshine Senior League announces its 1910 schedule with opening game April 28 in Palestine against the Palestine railroaders. Teams Kingsville DeQuincy Houston San Antonio Palestine and Wingaville compete in seven months of games across Texas and Louisiana.

Mirsouri-Pacific Sunshine Spe Nav Antonio Entes Railromd Palestine Palestine Railroaders Kingsville de- Quincy Ant Houston San Antonio DeQuincy Wingaville Kingeville Houston Kingeville Unwaton Kingaville Valestine Toustan Ringaville Palestines Stoustom San Antoni San Aintonia Kings Yiling Valestine Seuston Valentine DeQuines

Yanks Triumph in Rainy Little Rock Exhibition

The World champion Yankees beat the Little Rock Travelers 9 to 8 in an unruly spring exhibition. Woolfolk pitched well for the Travelers before yielding late to Yankee hitters Gordon Thhades and George Vipgens. The visitors, hampered by errors and miscues early, mounted a late charge to secure the win.

Litille Rock Auk York Xankern Little Rock Driveen Gordon Thhades George Vipgens Yankee Hattern Woolfolk Hamler Gebrig

Cleveland Players Set to Break Camp in New Season

Fragmented text reports the Cleveland players preparing to break camp with new arrivals Ulbans Lay and others. Mentions hosts Hew Orleany Vilicans and matchups as Cleveland heads to training, facing Indiana and Cincinnati teams while coordinating with local officials.

Cleveland Ulbans Lay Cleveland Tadiang Benats Gardhwaen Litlingham Cincinnat Reda

Barry Holton takes Wichita Falls athletic director post

In Wichita Falls Texas on April 10, Barry Uffion, longtime Trinity University coach, was appointed athletic director of Wichita Falls High School. McCallum, who recently resigned, was hinted at as successor but no details were given.

Barry Holton Wichita Falls Wichita Kalla Tharry Uffion Trinity Unnivesity Wosahachir Wichita Fall High Kelisol McCallum

Fans to Get Free Doubleheader Debut of New Infield

San Afzania's new infield, with Mullenvy at third and Noy Grimes at first, makes its first appearance in a two ball game at League Park on Wednesday afternoon before the Texas league season opener in Waco on April 17. Opposing them is the Missouri Pacific’s Sun Sunshine Special team. The free game draws fans to see the fresh lineup, including Tate, Flippen, Gilbert Mulenvy, and Doy Grimes, who recently joined after Connolly’s release.

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Selecting A Mashie For Golf Ball Recovery And Flight

The article discusses choosing a mashie club for golf, focusing on use, weight, and blade type. It emphasizes lifting the ball with enough height to stop on the green, preferring a left-handed, lighter mashie iron style for ordinary distance control and rough recovery. It mentions brands and historical context.

Ly Deste Ameciatad Editors Jnr

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