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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1925
Page
2
In a hard fought game Dallas pitcher Lindsey held Shreveport scoreless through seven, finishing with a strong win as Beare fielders backed the effort. Early offense built a lead while Errors and late rallies kept the game tense for the hometown crowd.
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Walker was set to face Wells next Monday night in Chicago but the boxing event was canceled due to unresolved issues. Brine Aaserned Prete notes the match may be rescheduled for a future date with arrangements continuing.
Eleanor Gost of Lew Lake wins as Mary Browne’s entry and several rivals compete in a national tennis championship. The event sees early eliminations and tight matches with notable performances by Miss Taily and Miss Naymenl, while others advance toward the final stages.
The Argentine sailor Lillian Harrison plans a third attempt to swim the English Channel. She will enter the water from Cape Keo tonight, with weather and sea conditions already cited as challenging.
Rain halted play in Detroit as the Western Day tournament paused with men's singles semi finals and a Sunday championship looming. Notables Harvey Simtaroes and Walter Westbrook led contenders from Los Angeles and Cleveland among a field including Kaela Williams and Tom Jotker.
Sybil Bauer, Chicago, wins the 22 yard backstroke in a new American record at the AAU women’s championships in Detroit. The event features leading swimmers from Chicago and other clubs, with Bauer’s performance drawing praise as she edges ahead in a tight field.
Hushy Callahan survives a life threatening incident and the story centers on the Schoey home in Los Angeles where Mughy Celvidgh and George Formstein figure as rivals. The piece portrays Mushy as a unifying family figure whose recovery shifts the household dynamics and local boxing lore.
A garbled 19th century golf note from New York discusses disputes over ball lodging hazards, player penalties, and heel marks. It mentions Tinkal Staten Golf Association and St Andrews, Beollanl, with unclear names and phrases indicating an agreement on how to proceed when a ball lodges in a hazard and a stroke is played without penalty if the player does nothing to alter the lie.
Mia Tavhino reclaims a national women’s tennis title after beating Fiddle Sieohs of Baltimore in a tight final. The event, held in August, showcased top players as Drewes added another trophy to her collection.
A large field trial event near Wheeler features about 400 dogs in the trail lineup. Contests occur across Wheeler Collingeworth Gray Heaphill and Tipscom conution PLT with sponsor money and a trophy prize, plus a separate hog race and shooting event.
New York Aug. 8 Radlins Siki former Noht heavyweight contender returns to the ring after injuries from a street fight. He is slated for an 18 round bout tonight with Joe Sliva of New York. Siki previously scored knockouts in his early defenses, including Chief Falken and Jimmy Francis.
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Slim Howle achieved daily hurling victories with a notable win in two days. He faced challenging opponents as he positioned the Flat Welly Tivle lineup, overcoming trials this Friday afternoon.
A garbled recap shows the New York Giants losing games as rough play and late rallies altered standings. The Pirates, Reds, Cubs, and White Sox climb in the standings with key hits and pitching performances. Notable names hinted include Roush Walker Grimes and Carey amid chaotic, partial play-by-play from a snowy day in baseball.
Newark New Zealand writer Loren Mure chlann, famed epiritor, returns on Cunard liner with a protest over expenses. He says he will complete a statement within ten days to the Amateur Athletic Union and is planning a world tour ending in England.
A disjointed 1924 Inside Golf column by Chester Hunton critiques golf club design. It discusses shaft stiffness, head feel, and balance, arguing for responsive springs and avoiding heavy or grooved irons.
Native reports from Universol Eersie Staft Carrespardent note that Naulfre meets Serrik in the finals of the Wh- Una Public Links golf championship. Serrik, once in professional ranks, shows strong form, defeating Houghton of Washington and Miele Wade in earlier rounds, while Naulfre’s steady play challenges in the late stages.
Live Wires dominated the Gassers 19 to 11 as Reed, Mueller, Browning and Cornwell led the scoring. The report highlights turnovers and strong defense by the Wires, with key contributions from Browning and Cornwell and a late surge securing the win.
Bart Cahill of the Aztecs strengthens the roster ahead of the Mond-Robin series and local matches. He and several players are set to debut this weekend at Brooks Field, with plans for mound appearances and lineup integration.
Frankie Canara of New York defeats George Marka in a junior lightweight bout. Aner Lean claims flyweight crown as the card features several matches with notable weights listed. Marka weighed 216 pounds, Gonna 242 1-2 for the duel.
Fray reports Goodwin of Holston Butts defeats the Fort Worth Panthers in a high scoring game. Goodwin notches his twentieth win of the season as Houston's Nick Palmer leads with home run and RBI.
A chaotic game report notes Gleason driving a late rally to beat Shreveport with a four percent decision edge. Box score lines feature numerous players and teams including Vallon, Roden, and Kirkop while reporting on innings, times, and fielding events amid a chaotic scoreboard.
The report details a high scoring game with numerous scratches and substitutions. Notable players include Moran, Bodie, Dorman, and Turgeon as key performers. The contest included Chicago University activity and an ensemble of batting and pitching notes, ending with a summary of players and outcomes.
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