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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1913
Page
9
The Mathiesen Spring Cushion Wheel offers an airless, reliable ride after extensive testing. It uses spiral springs held under compression to avoid rattling and breakage, promising fewer flats and simpler maintenance on long journeys.
Ladies Day at Sem Frys and Mocks Stadium as three matches kick off the Second City League. Frank Bros. vs Higgins Company in the morning, Stowers and Dalkowicz first game in the afternoon, Kea man and Louis Hook Store lining up for the second. Kaufmann and Dalowitz lead the league at 1000 percent with Bing, Stowers and Frank Bros. also high. Rivier Stadium hosts the 4 adatoms Gils League second series today amid promotions and free admittance for women.
San Antonio speed pageant previews a forthcoming race week featuring the Jay Eye See monster car. Driver Louis Disbrow promises to showcase the machine despite claims of record pace, noting only conditions and stamina will determine performance. The car’s history traces to Nazaro DePalma and Bruce Brown, with the racer boasting massive tire setup to gain traction.
Texas won the Texas Louisiana track meet by 40 to 435 points, breaking state and southern records. Texas swept sprint and field events led by Kerry in the discus and Vining in the broad jump, with Louisiana taking several firsts including the 100 yard dash and pole vault.
In the Turner Ninepin League a strong week was posted with notable scores. The standings show leaders and changes in the percentage column reflecting competitive play. Fiesta activities in San Antonio are noted as affecting the upcoming week’s schedule.
Investigators reveal three top Fiesta drivers within reach of long standing open book marks. Louis Disbrow and Joe Ket hold multiple world records across dirt track contests including Jacksonville and Cleveland events. The San Antonio Club prepares for a high stakes showdown at the circular dirt oval with the era’s fastest benchmarks on the line.
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