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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1929

Page

4

Ruth's spring form sparking debate amid critics

New York April 18 Critics warn Babe Ruth may save strength for home run chase while others argue his swing, speed, and timing show decline. Columnist Davis Walsh defends Ruth and condemns harsh judgments as fans debate his spring performance and road tour reception.

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Indians Preseason Game Set Before Lexas League Opener

The San Antonio Indians aim for a final home look before the Lexas league season opens against Waco Wednesday if spring rains don t disrupt. A Friday night contest was postponed to Saturday at Kelly Field. A trip to Uvalde for a clash with Angtt Ration was washed out by rain, with the Indians returning home. The Sunday schedule sends the Redskins to Hequire to face the White Sor of that thriving city.

San Antonio Indians Waco Kelly Uvalde Indians Uvalle

City Leagueers to Play Two City Leaguers

City league teams scheduled a two game series featuring Proeldevit Roemer and Vos adeuined for openings at the Lime and vampires field. Bundy and Uy Street hail the event with a major clash near Montgomery Wart Cry Bill against Ban Nato Bushdue Materiales. The lineup includes Tommie Ot Kye Hanne Hiejert Brien quit Dean and Publis Steven as signers. The Light will offer in to AtAMy in your pushbem.

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Indians and scribes pick Texas league finish.

A garbled sports column lists writers from Shreveport Beaumont Dallas and San Antonio predicting the Texas league standings. Dallas favored to win with Wichita Falls second and San Antonio eighth. The piece notes veteran writers Jax Tucker and Joe Carter voicing opinions while editors hint at Sunday paper plans.

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Partner for Helen Wills to Tour Europe with Edith Cross

Edith Cross is selected as doubles partner for Helen Wills on her European tour. The two stars will sail next Wednesday and compete in major tournaments across Europe.

Edith Cross Helen Wills Mrs. Will

95 Miles Easy for Pyle Gang

Cambridge to Vanesville route mapped in a rugged bicycle race. The Pyle Gang, led by Cambridges Olin, pressed a long stretch with more than 50 miles already covered, as teams faced a brisk pace and unfamiliar towns along the path. Runners, riders, and officials from Wheeling to New York tracked the early stages and noted the gruelling start.

Cambrides Olin Charlie Myle Cambridge Vanesville Xesterdas Wheeling Ohio

Al Mello Defeats Dundee Twice In Fight For Title

In Boston at the Garden Lowell boxer Al Mello again bested welterweight champion Dundee in a hard fought ten round bout. The decision left fans eager for a title shot this summer as Mello seeks a crack at Dundee’s disputed crown in a National Boxing Association era.

Universal Service Dwoston Joe Dune Ad Mello Lowell Tks Dostin Garden Mella Chin Aevere Dundee'a Nes Aviation Melita

Dallas and Waco Open Exhibition Series Play

Dallas Steels and Waco Cubs opened their spring training with an exhibition game in Dallas today. The two teams plan another game here on Sunday as part of the warmup schedule.

Dallas Waco Dallar Dallas Steels Waco Cubs

Army boxing contenders meet chaired by Louis Manz

Physical Director Louis Manz of the Army M C A called a meeting of all boxers entered in the current boxing formations at the Notusday. Discussion will cover business relative to the Monday fight and related matters.

Louis Manz Army Notusday

Mrs White and Mrs Roe Reach Golf Final in San Antonio

Mrs Jack White and Mrs O B Roe advance to the championship final at the San Antonio Country Club, defeating rivals in a tense open golf tournament. Roe beat Ming Muogee Finlay, White edged Mrs Lally, while Turillo Rositvech leads the field among other contenders.

Helen Muegzge Alice Lally Jack White BE. Roe San Antonio Muny Turillo Rositvech Mes J. B. Roe San Antony Country Club Lally Hoe Stephenson Mary K. Nielson Clayte Toembach Fd Carruth Memher

St Louis Fans Look Them Over in City Series Opener

St Louis on April 13 previews the season with the Cardinals and Browns in a two game city series at Sportsman’s Park. Alex Alexander starts for the National League champions and Cromer for the Browns. Hilly Southworth appears in a new role. Newcomers include Rick Ferrell with a $25,000 bonus and prospect Tom Jenkins may play.

ST. Louis Gade Wil Cardingis Brown Sportaman Cragon Alexander Cromer Fane Hilly Southworth Charfey Gelbert Fred Haney Nrence Jonnard Chick Hater Browns Rick Ferrell Ruieher Anhn Tom Jenkins

Honor Scrubs with Tablet Hero of Princeton Game

A 12 year old player from Princeton earns notice for bold play on a family team. The article highlights a tablet aided effort, emphasizing teamwork and school sports spirit despite unclear field details.

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Exhibition schedule and yesterday’s results overview

The page lists today’s exhibition schedule across multiple cities and venues. It also records yesterday’s results including scores for matches in Brooklyn Detroit Toronto Cincinnati Greenboro and other cities with several games rained out or postponed.

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Hoover to address Congress as Johnson opens season

President Hoover plans a first Congressional message Tuesday afternoon, while Walter Johnson aims to debut as manager in an early big league game at American Hague Park. Senate leader Watson signals a likely adjournment on Thursday after the presidential address.

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Yankees Play To 100000 In Spring Demonstration

In Charlotte NC on April 18 the Yankees defeated the Sally league’s Char Juice team before nearly 100000 fans after a 4300 mile swing. Managers noted strong hitting and weak pitching while predicting several thousand more home fans before opening day.

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Reds Host Indians In Spring Training at Cincinnati

Cincinnati hosts Cleveland in opening sessions of the training season with a two game series set for today and tomorrow. The Reds, after rough practice against the American Ten teams in the South, aim to refine the lineup as camp winds up. Indications point to a competitive pair of warmups in the windy conditions.

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