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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1933

Page

17

Dallas Deal Explains Stiely Transfer To Dallas

The San Antonio Missions dispute over Fred Bilety’s sale to Dallas intensifies as Stiely refuses to report. L C McEvoy of the St. Louis Browns cites protecting their investment while noting no assurance he will report to Dallas. Beveryld and Airey seek answers amid pennant strain.

Fred Bilely San Antonio Missiona Blatt Dallas Missions Fn Sa Antonio L. C. McEvoy St. Louis Browns San Antonio The Light Today Stiely St. Louis Milwaukee Dulas McEvoy Btiely Stlely Ian Antonio Hank Bevereid Guy Airey Dalles Eilety Beaumont Airey Tech Field Bevereld Kowalik Bille Willie Reed Ed Greer Houston Giant Padres Abe Miller

Record Crowd Opens Saratoga 21 Day Meet

A large crowd attended Saratoga's 21 day race meeting opening as purses exceed 300000 dollars. Thirty seven stakes will be renewed. Whitney's Equipoise the American handicap champion is 41 to 11 favorite for the Wilson Mile, with rivals War Glory Matal Tambour among the challengers.

Saratoga Saratage C. ¥. Whitney

Rival boxer's fatal blow ends orphan's life in Reno bout

In Reno Nevada Nick Kruinevich dubbed Speedy Sparks an 18 year old Oakland orphan was killed in a planned middleweight bout against Johnny Blanchard of New Haven Conn. Witnesses say Kruinevich died instantly when his head struck the bones after a Blanchard punch. Autopsy surgeon Dr Bath confirmed the fatal break and Blanchard faced investigation but was released on his own recognizance. The crowd continued the program with Jose Senta knocking out Gene Brown. This marked the second Reno ring death after Benny Duren died in San Francisco weeks earlier following a June 30 bout with Johnny Konich.

Reno Nev Nick Kruinevich Oakland Calif Speedy Sparks Seattle Johnny Blanchard New Haven Conn Krumovich Blanchard Thomas W. Bath Rrumovich Imey Garfinkle Salt Lake City Jose Senta Gene Brown New York Benny Duren Kansas San Francisco Johnny Konich

Boxing Card Delights Brackenridge Park Crowd

A large crowd filled Brackenridge Park Wednesday night to witness a boxing program. Chico Salinas defeated Henry Schencrop in four rounds in the main event, Schencrop returning from a skull fracture over a year ago. Mac McVeir beat Mark Riser in another three rounder, Arthur Cantu scored a technical knockout over Kid Lambert, and Kid Margin defeated Kid Mike in three rounds.

Brackenridge Park Chico Salinas Henry Schencrop Schentrop Joe Batilla Mac McVeir Mark Riser Riser Arthur Cantu Kid Lambert Kid Margin Kid Mike Pee Wer Dempsey Kid Escobar Sergeant Moore W. J. Reid Aidees Rusty McGinnis

Girls Basket Ball League Meeting Set At Blakey Garage

Manuel Malzumini calls a meeting at Blakey garage Friday night to organize a girls basketball league. Co editors Carta Bianca, Godsales FP. H., Orquidea and Blakey Garage assist in forming a Spanish American girls league inviting any girl team to attend and join.

Manuel Malzumini Ba'deck Blakey Garage Ams Mores Prospect Carta Bianca Godsales FP. H Orquidea

Gulf Race Put Off to Friday Morning

GALVESTON Aug 3 High seas and a choppy Gulf delayed the annual yacht race to Corpus Christi. Skippers and crews stood by as fresh plans formed for a Friday morning start with improved conditions expected.

Galveston Corpus Chris

Wendland Misses National Muny Golf Match Play

Lonnie Wendland of San Antonio failed to qualify for match play in the National Public Links tournament at Eastmoreland, Portland. He shot 78 Tuesday and 83 Wednesday, seven three-putts and several short misses costing him a 10-stroke swing. he remained a popular entrant despite missing by six strokes.

Portland Texas Lonnie Wendland San Antono Eastmoreland Kun Turstay Wendland Ore Ang Gark Les~ WeeLeal Hel Ungham Wash Tab Boyer Executive Rules Committee Boyer

Sonnenberg Seeks Divorce From Judith Allen In Reno

Gus Sonnenberg former heavyweight wrestling claimant arrived in Reno to establish residence to obtain a divorce from screen actress Judith Allen He will file a cross-complaint against his wife as part of the action and seeks legal relief in the Nevada city during August weather and court activity in the famed divorce capital.

National League Ball Clubs Go Crazy in Heat

National League pennant contenders heated up with many big hits and erratic umpiring. The Giants piled up 18 runs on 24 hits in Philadelphia, while Pittsburgh saw Cardinals and Pirates clash for the second day. Red Lucas and Van Mungo led easy wins for Cincinnati and Brooklyn respectively, as Washington and New York games reshaped the race.

New York Philadelphia George Barr Giants Pittsburgh Cardinals Pirates Ine Orr Jew Bill Walker Ploud Vaughan Pittaburgh Medwith Nuc Newons Cubs Red Lucas Cincinnati Bill Herman van Mungo Brooklyn Braves Ed Brandt Dodgers Senators Red Ray Yanks Alvin Crowter Washington Boston Nats Harrs

Hildebrand Must Make Own Peace With Johnson

Cleveland August 3 Oral Hildebrand the Cleveland pitcher was told he must make his own peace with Manager Walter Johnson after a temperamental display. Billy Evans said Hildebrand’s dispute is with Johnson and the manager should not take orders from the business officer. Evans expected the differences to be ironed out and Hildebrand hoped to rejoin the team soon.

Cleveland Oral Hildebrand Walter Johnson St. Eoals Billy Evans Evans Hildebrand Johnson Hide Hidebrand

Stars Beaten at Shreveport in Gulf States Tennis

In Shreveport Louisiana third round men singles matches began after yesterday’s upsets. Notable shocks include Ernest Funkhouser Austin seed No 4 losing to Arthur Hendricks Lakeland 0-6 6-2 6-4 and Pall Belding seed No 7 Tattle Hook Arkansas falling to Edger Weller Austin. Other seeds advanced as Hudson Hamm Fort Lauderdale beat Clay Miller Jackson 8-3 10-8 and Bill Barrett Shreveport edged Warren Doyle New Orleans 6-4 0-8 7-5.

Shreveport Gulf States Ernest Funkhouser Austin Texas Arthur Hendricks Lakeland Fla Sore Wes Pall Belding Tattle Hook Ark Edger Weller Hudson Hamm Fort Lauderdale Pie Clay Miler Jackson Miss Bill Barrett Shreve Port Warren Doyle New Orleans Milton Rude BI Western Teld W. J. Fraker Texarkana Sam Abrahamson Arthur Kersin Barksdale Field Mike McLisney Fred Royer Dallas Walker Jones Pine Bull

Ireland's Boxers Scrap Chicago in Golden Gloves Show

Rain delayed the third annual international Golden Gloves bout between Ireland's amateur champions and Chicago title holders at Seidlerfeld. An expected 50,000 spectators will watch as both sides seek bragging rights after a strong turnout and a rain-affected lead-up.

Ireland

Fight in Pittsburgh game clouds suspension chances

New York Aug 3 INS Neither Floyd Vaughn Pittsburgh shortstop nor Bill Walker 86 Cardinals pitcher is likely to be suspended for their altercation in yesterday's game. National League president John Heydler indicated that final league verdict awaits the official report from umpire Magerkurth.

New York Floyd Vaughn Pittsburgh Bill Walker Louis Cardinals John Heylder National League Magerkurth Heydler

Sports figures prepare for upcoming events in region

Key sports voices including Joe Trek Ba Thomas Saavedéa Jessa Santos Don Rodriguez Marc Banta and Nanuel Gonzales will speak on upcoming events. Plans focus on community outreach, youth programs, and local competitions.

Joe Trek Thomas Saavedéa Jessa Santos Don Rodriguez Marc Banta Nanuel Gonzales

Willow Links Prepares for City Amateur Championship

In two weeks San Antonio golf talent converges at Willow Springs for the city amateur championship. Qualifying on August 18 leads to a 36-hole final on August 20 as new stars like Lonnie Wendland and Halbert Goimbles join defending champion Lieut. Aernherd Schriever’s absence. Reuben AlbsughHears the crown chatter while a strong field including Mote Levinson and Jessie Clements competes. entry fee is 1.

San Antonio Willow Springs Cour Aernherd Schriever Pledd Oall Jimmy Morgan

Cuero Trotters Host Kenedy White Sox Sunday Tilt

Cuero hosts Kenedy White Sox in a Southwest Texas amateur league clash on Sunday. A Cuero win keeps them in the running. a Kenedy win could move them into second place. Beeville meets Woodsboro in another game on the schedule.

Cuero Cuebro

Gleitze Gives Up Swim Near Dover Shore

Mercedes Gleitze, famed for crossing the English Channel in 1927, abandoned her attempt yesterday about 10 miles from Dover as rough seas hindered progress toward the shore.

Mercedes Gleitze Dover England English Aia

Schedule For Women’s Net Matches

NEW YORK August 3 In sporting news the Wiehtman cup tennis schedule lists Friday matches at 2 pm with Helen Jacobs United States against Dorothy Round and Helen Wills Moody United States versus Peggy Scriven. Dowdles Jacobs and Sarat Faffrey United States face Round and Heeley. Saturday at 2 30 pm singles see Alice Markle United States against Betty Nothall. Helen Wills Mandy United States plays Dorothy Round and Helen Jambs United States vs Peggy Scriven with doubles Dellen Wis Moody Aline Marble versus Ming Freda James and Betty Nuothull.

New York Bingles Helen Jacobs U. S. Va Dorothy Round Helen Wills Moody U. Sq Va Peggy Scriven Dowdles Sarat Faffrey U. S Mary Heeley

Dallas racing mishap claims life at Love Field speedway

Ter West won the Class and Handicap events at Love Field in Dallas. Oscar Coleman s car tire detached during the sweep stakes, struck spectators including Allie Mae Sherrill, 13, fatally injuring her and wounding another. Madieline McMasters, 19, was badly hurt. Rex Edmonds crashed earlier, reducing spectator alertness to the tragedy.

Dallas Ter West Love Field Speedway West Oscar Coleman Allie Mae Sherrill Madieline McMasters Rex Edmonds Coleman

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