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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1929
Page
7
A veteran bowler delivered standout performances at the State Journey meet in Houston, achieving top marks across all events despite a challenging field.
A large crowd watched the Tribe host a split day at League Park. Houston's Foreman earned the win in the opener with strong pitching while Nesbitt and Meyers starred for the locals. In the nightcap, Houston again prevailed as Foreman and Bass combined for runs, with Grimes and Mulvey delivering key hits for the home team.
San Antonio bowlers returned from the Houston state tournament with multiple prizes. Edie Kohr set the all events record for the 15 year old division with 670 single, 105 in doubles, and an all events total of 1913. Bertram Westear placed second 1703, with Gilets A. Ed Kobe noted as All Events Champion.
Boston Braves continue to chuckle as the league-leading club, buoyed by solid pitching and clutch play, holds a slim edge over the Chicago Cubs. Giants slump, while Yankees beat Senators. Athletics and Red Sox also claim wins as early season pace stabilizes amid scattered upsets and standout performances.
Springfield in Missouri headlines a derby destiny as locals chase a famed racing day. The report mixes scattered names and chaotic OCR fragments, but notes a city ascent in Ozarks and a sports scene with hitters, pitchers, and umpires amid unclear details.
San Diego based trainer Baron Lous announced that 3 year old gelding Ervast, by Paicines and Blind Beauts, will be nine starter in the Derby. Decision to ship was made after Breve posted a sensational 1 40 45 for a mile and opened workout yesterday.
Ruby Near Perfect scores 108 out of 125 in a championship skeet shoot Sunday at the Taos range. He connected with 24 consecutive hits, missing one, as the San Antonio Gun Club events limited skeet participants. Scores detail the final tally and recent form of the dedo club of golf.
A rain affected game for the Rattlers ends in a tight win as pitchers Mendiola and Manny strikeouts are noted. Slugging lies by Nesestu and Keller pace late scoring while Be Le Marre and Kumte contribute in a rough morning matchup.
Berlin April 29. Max Schmeling heavyweight champion sails Tuesday for Montreal to confer with William Garray of Madison Square Garden over his scheduled June bout with Pauno Uzeidan.
Shreveport defeated Fort Worth Club in a two game set in the International League. Bontar Hultate and Wi! led the visitors with strong hitting while Jersey City hosted the event and other details remained unclear.
Ohio's track meet returns as the annual State relay carnival unfolds in Columbus with open competition across events held Friday and Saturday. Notables include Denlie and Pennsylvania events. rivalry features Rohnenberg against Malckwicz in a heavyweight wrestling bout headline tonight at the Coliseum in Chicago.
A disorderly melee broke out at Springs park featuring boys and girls, many armed with bats, resulting in injuries and arrests. Seven youths and several girls faced charges as others were treated at a hospital. The incident, lasting about 45 minutes, involved participants from St. Louis and East St. Louis districts.
A dense rundown from New York to Philadelphia and Detroit highlights tonight’s boxing lineup. Notable bouts include Teno Base vs Johnny Kart in a 10 round featherweight clash in Philadelphia, and Curley Hosen versus Daby Joe Vans in a junior welterweight main event at New York’s Broadway arena. Other cards feature Billy Mello defending, and Cuban star Kid Chaco facing Tommy Yen in a 10 round slate across several venues with prospects from Akron and Chicago.
At Kelly Field Sunday the Fortieth squadron defeated Ormsby Chevrolet in a pitchers’ duel. Collins of the Bombers and Steinbach of the Chevrolets each held the other side scoreless until the seventh inning. Collins hit a home run with two aboard to spark the Bombers, while Schweitzer led the locals with three hits. The game followed a 18 12 win for the Bombers over Indiana Shurturday evening. The Ormsby nine, despite out-hitting the winners, could not convert their chances.
The Alamo Indians defeated Van Rais 10 to 0 in a decisive game. Key players Fonetho and Katterias led scoring efforts, with standout moments from Vin Ragih and Wind Hattery. The match featured strong defense and a high-precision offense, securing a dominant win for the Alamo team.
British golf voices optimism after American success prompts renewed belief that a native player will win the Open. Ryder Cup memories cited as proof British vigor remains strong, with many editors noting British entrants must balance pride with caution amid a strong American field including Hagen and Sarazen.
The Trejo Cubs defeated the East End Sluggers 13 to 12 at Woorlawn Lake Sunday. Pilchwr Mendez starred for the winters with two triples driving in four runs as Piich er Campoz delivered a late blow to seal the win.
Usty Lyons pitched a three-hit shutout for Kant Antonia, plcchtl sensational ban for the Lyler Trojans of the Lane Star Frage Sunday, guiding them to a 0–0 victory. Tsong and the San Antonia vouageler provided the support in a game featuring scattered hits and decisive early scoring chances.
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