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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1928

Page

5

Compston Beats Hagen In British Open Match On 55th Hole

Archis Compston defeated Walter Hagen at Moor Park in a closely fought 55th hole finish for a £750 prize. The Englishman led Hagen throughout with precise drives and long putting, sealing the victory after a tense fourth round that saw Hagen fail to convert crucial putts.

Hagen Woglishman Compton Hapen Particu Rome Tiagen Dominion Xtrai Taw Tiniey Lampaten Aliboush Compston Lin Picenine Compsten Archie Hazen Tagenten Corminton Hugon Corinton Gompston Ingnes Coppatin Fagen Mudrase Campaton Id Compston Thagen Tammy Aratane Bondrelet Ieek

Troops 44 and 5 Win Scout Games

In the opening yanks of the Scout Margecuned tournament Troop 4 defeated their opponent 44 to 20 as Curtin and Townsend played strong for the winners. Tomek and Matton started for the losers with Buttertess Curtin Smith and Ines contributing for the victor.

Troana Wroomt Tanchal ‘Lengent Clon Croop & Linn Tai Curtin Teany Carters Tomek Matton Buttertess Curtin

Conroy and Rolen Lead International

In the opening match of the International Tangne, William Conroy of Reading and Rolen of Taltoine led their team with a top-heavy mark of six in five innings as Tolan’s side struggled. The Torlians posted 41 while Monta and Julian were mentioned in the muddled report.

Nw Tan Wi Hiam Conroy Reading Stir Rolen International Tangne Tolan

Towns Fuss Over Walter Johnson

Newark and nearby towns argue over the fate of Walter Johnson as residents of Milburn Maplewood and Newark debate his moving in and possible high school team impact. Characters and places named include Milburn Maplewood Newark as the skirmish centers.

Towns Walter Johnson Newark N.fi Dhet Waleter Dohne Newark Toternationals Milburn Lars Fin Maplewood Hie Alen Maplewoud Walter Dt

Baylor's Baseball Fury Fails To Hold Off Aggies

April dates show Baylor, Texas A and M, and Missouri all winning in brisk college baseball action. Baylor nearly toppled by Texas Longhorns as Morley Jennings led a five-pitcher shutout sequence. Aggies roll past Texas A and M with strong offense and solid pitching. Missouri downs Kansas in a tight midweek game. Clifton College edges Weatherford in a wood-bat clash.

Austin Texas Univer- Tily Baylor Fuzzy Douglas Dribuclog Railton Forbes Drowning Armatrong Texag A Cheatham Regs Eackenridge High School San Jo Texas A. Mud M. College Searling Texan Christian University Broiles Walker Aggie Wyman Kasprowier Ftol- Inrasmal Luckey Jeffries Buckler Ant Moore To, U Clifton College Whatherpore Weatherford

Unclear Squdron 43 halts 42nd streak at Kel ly field

In a disrupted report from Kelly field yesterday, Squadron 43 stopped 42nd’s win streak. The game featured mixed team names and uncertain scoring while two standout players were noted for their roles in the defeat.

Squadron 43 Wotc Sammtron Kelly Field Chene Banndeow Patrick Taher Gudwin Vielock

Oklahoma Lad Harold Keith Wins Steeplechase At Penn Relays

Oklahoma runner Harold Keith, a University of Oklahoma football star, won the steeplechase at the Penn Relays on short notice. The Oklahoma team faced a delayed start due to a score-board error, but Keith overcame slippery conditions and water obstacles to finish first by a wide margin. Olympic coach Lawson Robertson praised Keith as a genuine American Olympic prospect in the 3000-meter steeplechase.

Phitadelpata Tate Ray Boston Dif Souchernk R Wiely Winore Harold Keith Céurtly University of Oklahoma Pennsylvania Keith Lavwson Robertson Olympic Reith Rams Oklahomanis Are Au Sunlake Hous Ily Floele Teith Iame Carson Heald Teriyr Gustavus T. Kirby Kirke Mel Seton Hall Teonkov Wacko Gail Keith Charles Dad Hock California Plansky Tony Wisk Lloyd Noval Academy Star Vernon Kennedy Central Missoury Alate Peachers’ College Chevenu Tio Penn State New York Vou Lidwards

Kansas City Wins Attendance Trophy in Jubilation

Kansas City fans fill the arena as the club clinches an attendance trophy amid a celebratory atmosphere. A key player led the team, marking a standout performance in the opening minutes and signaling strength for the season ahead. Strong support from local officials and sponsors underscored the achievement.

Just Fidel and I Bride Tie Up LaBarba and DeBeck

The former Mrs Billy DeBeck wed Fidel LaBarba the world flyweight champion who is retired and a Stanford University student. He will continue his studies while starting married life.

Billy DeBeck Fidel LaBarba LaBarba Stanford University

Houston Buffs Blank 33 Innings In Dramatic Run

The Houston Buffs, hot favorite for the Texas League pennant, blanked 33 innings in a remarkable stretch featuring St. Louis Cardinals influence. The last three innings of their final game in Houston were uneventful, as New Orleans and Fort Worth matches added nine more scores.

Big Brothers St. Louis Cardinals Bi. Louis Howumont Antello

Local Amateur Card Delivers Knockouts and Draws

Ci Cowan shines in a main event knockout over Tom Hill at Wasires Men’s ALDS show in Wickly wight. Floyd Frost wins over J C O Donnel. Kid Wilkins, Kal Penny, and others secure decisive bouts. Several draws and multiple knockouts fill the card at San Rentro park.

Ci Cowan Jacat Tom Hill Wickly Wight Kid Doo Kinoket Tiger Jimmes Kid Wilkins Kal Penny Rome Mike Delgada Bathing Naodo Kil David Kid Fenitulex Kid Albern Kid Morin Or. Ih Floyd Frost San Rentro Park J. C. O'Donnel Red Algmay Joby Reeves Counde Ghester Newnan Ray Cherry Pelle Wefente Moore Tip Prounda Doug Strawn Siffesol

Bowling notes from Austin meets and ouches

Slated events at Austin show tainted results and spirited performances as teams like Hawers Wad and Renesy face mixed outcomes. Players such as Alvin Tans and Jaul Tun appear in multiple lineups while officials anticipate Friday games and potential shifts in standings.

Austin Alvin Tans Pire Moat Hawers Aleiker Anne Ure Antony Athtutl Bandere

Ohio Wesleyan to Play Army in 1928 Football Series

Officials announced Ohio Wesleyan will meet Army in 1928 in a contract negotiation that followed talks over a potential Navy game. The memorandum and bid process occurred at the university and military academy, with arrangements aimed at securing a 1928 intersectional contest.

Ohio Wesleyan ARMY Westerun University Coutbal Navy United States

Bill Tilden Beats Texas Star At Qjai Meet

Bill Tilden defeats Texas Star in a Cat invitee meet in Fort Worth with Gerald Stratford placing second. Hennessey and Stratford contribute strong performances as the event proceeds toward finals.

Bill Tilden Texas Star Ofat Gat MI Liden Wilwer Atisan Fort Worth Texan Hiatony Aml Tolin Hennessey Apothey Hennerthy Gerald Stratford

Unclear OCR sports note from historic meet

Fragmentary report mentions Hopte Cmicago Apel 33 and Millard champion with 100 points. References to Joly ngtou and Wille Hope of New York in an exhibition with item blocks and a final. Details are garbled and incomplete.

Hopte Jolyngtou SL Loni Millard Hindk Wille Hope New York Moppe

Pace Setters Give Way In Big Show

Adverse weather and fortuitous hitches reshuffle the majors with new leaders in both leagues. Elliott blanks Braves as Brooklyn wins 6 4. Uhle earns his fourth win. Browns top White Sox as Grady aids victory. Cubs, Cardinals also win as influenza sidelights crop up. Washington Philadelphia and New York players navigate a weather affected schedule.

Associated Press New York Giants Yankees Lee Shomshires Brooklyn Cleveland Robins Elliott Blanks Braves Jumbo Jim" Tio Gue Uy Drooklyn Bostay Braves Greenfield Morrison Len Horoe-Tuna Bissonette Riconla Henline Dolperst Ming Braves Gell Horoxby Wil Tineup Dheip George Uhle Gensos Am Wetraig Meera Maven Ffargrave Wile Qin Gamit Browls St. Lewiz Citearo White Sox Sant Gray Browns Sox Monash Louis Justin Cubs Moporcer Andy High Wiltlamley Holy Thain Philadelphia Vantees Reston Red Sox

Flag Chasers Texas League Update

Fragmentary scoreboard from a Texas League note shows Frider's Beaples and fan Antonio J. Dallas with 7, Whetlia Walia 8, Neaument Fort Worth 0, dauston o. Wato 37, Shrevepert 3. Readable names suggest a chaotic listing of players or teams with unclear context.

Frider's Beaples Antonio J. Dallas Whetlia Walia Neaument Fort Worth Dauston O. Wato Shrevepert

National League Scores and Weather Across Cities

Rain affected multiple games as Brooklyn, Chicago, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh faced delays. Lineups featured players like Morrison, Taylor, Hartnett, O’Neill, and O Perrott with results varying across venues.

Cleveland Scores in Major League Baseball Patchy Report

Fragmentary OCR notes show Cleveland defeating opponents with scattered names such as Fuller tes or Badges, multiple players listed in a garbled roster, and references to games in New York and Washington. Missing clear dates, scores, or full team identifications.

Gaspiro Wins Decision Over Burns at Fort Clark

Gaspiro defeats Burns in a Fort Clark bout in a closely contested match. The fight ends after nine rounds with Gaspiro sustaining a cut above the eye, while Burns shows steadier work early but fades as the rounds progress. The event drew a few hundred spectators, promoted by Sergeant Casper with local Fort Clark participants from the San Antonio area.

Gayle Clark Destairs Gartieu Enove Danning Exreyborly Fort Clark Gusyire San Antonio Gaspira Thiong Anesthe Ie Neens Uvoel Peguhitlon Gaspita Burne Cemewumup Taeon Pete Luger Bvet Ghirk Vrish Fort Sem Houston Rod Voster Conrley Browcou Batilingy Dubase del Lie Nix Vantes Dubase Funter Hils Tirst Inez Tommy Th Hort Clark Cagnara San Antonia

Drake Relays Track Finals Feature 2600 Athletes

At Drake, 2600 competitors from 244 universities and high schools advanced to finals. Iowa schools Morningside Simpson Clarinda led early events with top marks in the 40 yard relay and distance races as records fell and athletes from Notre Dame, Harold Smruble of Nebraska, and others posted notable performances amid team hopes for national honors.

Jona Smeen Et Alon United States Morningside Anid Simpson Clarinda Iowa Elder Sceedy Tack Elder Notre Diame Willy Nogerond Bis Performanes Harold Srumblr Universite of Sebraski Cophomert Fdas Judi Hia Perforionine Yesterdia Mor Elie Syrath Durhen Lions Choy Wiliams Drwegemuller Iesper Mobes Indours Calleses Weldon la Ted Javelny Ecouteres University of Juni Euffere Northwestern Moras Vuisarsity Jilinois National College Stine Drake

Crowd Halts Junior High Baseball Game

Disorder erupted as a junior high baseball game was halted by a crowd shouting and jostling near home plate. Harris Tilár faced a forfeit after benches cleared, while Mike Williams and his team from the opposing side built momentum in the early season opener, defeating Tring 84.

Sugarman Brothers Nine vs Giants in San Antonio clash

Sugarman Brothers nine engage the Giants in a contested game at the San Antonio venue. Manager Trebert G Zipp confirms plans for possible postseason activities and local arrangements near the city. Details on the Ring Mission S176-1Y are unclear from the report.

Sugnenian Wrotlints Gimntaur & Gelewk Sionliy Alter Agim San Antonio Avid Trebert G Zipp Siparcan Nite Tym

Three League Spetnefield Iz Verte taut Quincy

Evans Peoria Danville perform as teams in a compact league update. No clear outcomes or dates due to fragmented OCR text.

Spetnefield Iz Verte Taut Quincy Mtoom Evans Peoria Danville

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