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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1931

Page

4

Indians and Cowboys in Spring Exhibition Clash at Del Rio

April 11, 1031 preview of Del Rio exhibition games between the Antonio Indians and the Del Rio Cowboys. Notes talk of uniforms, promising rookies, and a Texas League opener at Galveston next Wednesday. Mentions Teague Park practice, box seats purchase, and a Chamber meeting to drum up support.

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Mystery Twirler Returns to Omaha Camp Rumor

An enigmatic pitcher known as Mystery Twirler returned to the Omaha Seven Cage camp after several days away. He pitched four innings in relief then unexpectedly left, with authorities noting his address was left behind and he vanished Friday before any arrest or confirmation of his status.

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Wrestling Show At Expo Grounds Draws Sizable Crowd

A late night wrestling demonstration at the Exhibition grounds drew a large audience despite restrictions. Promoter Untok Hatamonda and performers including Yornil Sauer and Fox staged a multi fall match under tight management, with no fists but plenty of elbow and eye work. Referee Less Pfeiffer struggled to control the chaos as spectators watched through the foggy hall, while Kilmer Guthrie and Elmer Pfeiffer wore gloves in a distinctive pairing.

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Sox Giants Square Again in 11-7 Victory

In a high-scoring game the Chicago White Sox defeated the New York Giants 11 to 7. Anil 11 le Stacler held the Giants until the eighth before relief by Moore, as several players from both teams homered. Ott, Leach, Walker, Lucas, Parmelee, Bowen, Framer, Moore, and Tete contributed offensively across the contest.

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Tulsa San Antonio Negro Teams Clash in Weekend Play

In a Negro league schedule clash, the Tulsa Black Oilers visit San Antonio Jodiane at League Park for a Saturday game followed by a Sunday matinee at 3 30 pm, continuing the series as both teams chase victories.

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Springfield Midgets become Red Wings in Western Association

In Springfield Missouri on April 11 a team rename occurred as the Springfield Midgets of the Western Association adopted the Red Wings moniker. The Cardinals who own the club ordered the change citing the team’s morale and uniforms. The first club, once known as Midgate, had carried the older nickname since the 1880s.

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Fight Results Late Press Detroit Tack Berg Wins

Detroit Tack Berg, junior welterweight champion, outpointed Billy Wallace of Cleveland in a 14 round bout. Numerous other results include Tani filly Petrolle defeating Lone Teoria in Fargo and Harry Smith stopping Ben Teky in Boston as part of a crowded fight night recap.

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Yesterday's Explanations and Apple Rose Family Note

The fragment discusses CRADAPPLE 18 OF THE homé reference and the ROSE FAMILY within Britannica and a fictional reference library Malus. It mentions MondA The River That Is a Me at Toth Ends and invites Mr. Hiples to respond to questions about "Helieve 34 of Not" cartoons, via this paper.

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Rockne's First Notre Dame Season Described in Shower Tales

Rockne’s first Notre Dame year faced equipment shortages and supply limits. The article recounts players’ rough early days, from mismatched gear to a notorious shower tale about attempts to wash and adjust uniforms, illustrating the rough-and-ready start to the program.

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Notre Dame Names Heartley Anderson Senior Football Coach

Notre Dame announces Heartley Anderson as senior football coach succeeding Rockne in title while Rockne remains head coach in spirit. Sack Chevdeny named Junior football coach. Athletic director post remains vacant but expected to be filled soon. Anderson a 24 year student at Notre Dame from Manck Michigan in 1918 played as a guard and later coached at St. Louis before returning as Rockne’s first assistant in 1930.

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Notre Dame Freshmen and the Four Horsemen Tape Tale

The article recalls Notre Dame legends from the 1920s, focusing on freshman wear and equipment issues for the Four Horsemen era. It notes Layden’s ankle incident, tape shortages, packing rituals, and the communal grit that defined Rockne era sports culture at Notre Dame.

Dempsey Takes Up Residence in Reno

Former heavyweight champion James J. Demspey travels to Reno Nevada amid divorce rumors. He visited his mother in Reno then left for Nevada announcing a planned rest at Mayo Clinic and statements denying marital trouble with actress Fairlie Taylor.

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Notre Dame Football Gear and Baseball Pennants Across Eras

A scrambled slice of early 20th century sports writing covers Notre Dame football lore and a baseball pennant forecast. It notes Connie Mack’s club favored to win the American League, and Notre Dame’s gear shifts under Knute Rockne, including flair like white shoulder splashes to alter perception and ease of movement.

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Bruce Barnes Reaches Finals in Houston Tennis Invite

Bruce Barnes advances to the finals at the Riverake County club invitation tennis tournament in Houston. Seeded No. 1 CUEf Hutte and Bruce Barnes from Texas University win semifinal matches amid a rugged day. finals set amid doubles routs and late net plays as players contend for titles.

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Athletes at Big Meet in San Marcos District 24

Close to one hundred athletes from five Pearl county high schools compete in San Marcos on Saturday in track field and tennis events to decide district 24 champions. Alma Tivights Thomas A Filmon and Haril nniale are among the school representatives.

Condes Peaul County Mois Ani Harkenridge San Marcos Stugal Alama Tivights Thomas A. Filmon Hare Lnniale Wehoola

Miss Madison Sets Daily Swim Record at Cleveland Club

The Washington Athletic Club swimmer Thelene Mallivan set a new American free style mark for 10 meters at Cleveland Athletic Club, beating previous times by a small margin. The record was not recognized as a world record due to lack of a 60-foot pool, with competing times noted from Seattle and Martha Narolins' earlier effort.

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Golf Drivers Compete For Prize At Local Event

Regular contestants at the maninipab Practice galt rtving courne in Dimas asin Minny will vie for a prize of 10 in gold or golf equipment. Manager Ty Cobb announced the event. It opens at 6 o clock Sunday and runs until 7 o clock. A judge will measure drive lengths at the field. The longest drive wins the prize. No entry fee.

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Bobcats Suffer Loss in Track and Tennis Meet

Muddled report shows Bobcats losing to Southwest Texas State Teachers College in track by 442 to 3 and tennis 7 to 2. Hiner Masur of the losing team earned an individual honor with 14 points, while Toward Tagne College athletes and others are named in error amid unclear wording.

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Tris Speaker to Broadcast National Teague Games

Tris Speaker, famed baseball figure, will broadcast the upcoming national Teague race event. He plans to debut on film during the Prewing season while the Aaiha team competes against the Pith Bizciee in one online game setting.

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Bill Terry Exhibition Highlights From Norfolk Report

Norfolk notes describe Bill Terry delivering strong batting in exhibition games with the New York Giants. The report touts his consistent contact and situational hitting, citing his steady presence at bat and defense while detailing his performance across multiple exhibition appearances.

Norfolk Apel Terry New York National League

Aggies Lead Conference Baseball After Big Win

In College Station Texas April 11 the Teran Aggies top the Southwest Conference standings after a decisive 17 to 3 victory over Texas Christian University. Marshall Shaw delivered a key performance and Buell’s baserunning error altered a scoring play.

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Bert Cotter Wins Despite Broken Nose In Railton Fight

Bert Cotter defeated Kid Parnell in a sit-round mass event at Railton on Friday night despite a broken nose. Willie O'Brien beat KM Menioza and Hoyniga Felice defeated Hil To- Jordin in four-round bouts. Mercy Montez refereed and Neal Troallingw judged time.

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Boxing Roundup With Glovework and Surprising Draws

In a crowded bout Joe Nascar pressed Learee a wary match marked by a sharp exchange and a clinch heavy final sequence. Referee Yeager ruled Rik down after a scramble then later called him down again. Freil earned cheers for effort as Eddie Kolm fell in seven minutes. Scotty Dawkins vs Stronghouse Rex lasted 13 minutes in a draw with promoter noting lack of available pugilable methods.

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