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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1927
Page
6
YY Flynn narrates the early career and unlikely rise of Jack Dempsey in an exclusive Universal Service series. The article recalls Flynn meeting a younger Dempsey, dismissive managers, and near misses that could have made him a different fate, with anecdotes on Brennan and early gym days.
The account recalls trainer Bill Brennan guiding Jack Dempsey from pupil to world champion. Brennan’s strategies influenced Dempsey’s rise, and their complex relationship culminated in the famed 1920 Madison Square Garden bout. The piece reflects on earnings, combat, and Brennan’s impact on boxing lore.
The Britain army in India polo team, set to face the United States four in the international challenge cup next month in New York, will rely on speed to offset the Americans’ heavier weight. Capt. Claude F. Pert leads the side with Maj. Austin H. Williams and others, as both teams bring strong mounts and recent form from Indian service.
San Antonio youth Yortney, at third base for the New Orleans Pelicans, doubled as Hap Collard blanked Chattanooga 5 to 1. Gesirles fielded four chances cleanly. Laun dry Beats Apache Filling Station 5 as Walines made a sharp fielding play and doubled off a runner. Dondencan led hitters with a triple and a single as Alexandra and Gulfpart also posted scores.
Heated dispute over pitcher Dick Harn continues as Texas Amateur Athletic Federation officials rule him eligible to play in the state championship inter-city games. Local authorities had deemed him ineligible due to prior club play, but a new ruling allows eligibility under a policy prioritizing late-stage authority and flagrant cases. The City League president vows a protest if further conflicts arise while urging fair play for Sunset and Harn.
The Red Bugs defeat the Cats 4 to 6 in ten innings as Hoffman strikes out six and homers, while Jet adds a triple. Dinulithic Bears stay alive for the title with Bill Jebern delivering the decisive hit in extras and Martin Linen’s defense holding off late rallies.
Chicago August 16 UF Illinois golf pro Al Espinosa will head Illinois delegation to the national professional tournament in Dallas next month. The seven qualifiers led by Espinosa include Hutchinan Murphs Fouliaer Carberry McNongid and Stuppk.
Davis holds his national horseshoe title as the event unfolds in Duluth Minnesota. The competition gathers top players from across the region at the Columbur Ohio venue, with details obscured by OCR but noting Davis’s continued supremacy and the ongoing tournament actions.
Wilkes Barre team of the New York Pennsylvania League sold catcher Al Spohrer to the New York Nationals. Spohrer came to Wilkes Barre from Little Rock in the Southern Association.
A field of 284 young golfers gathered at Indian Hill Country Club in Chicago for the Western Junior Championship. Chicago youth Sam Alpert, known for a left-handed swing, is among notable entrants. The event marks the annual junior meet with excitement and strong local participation.
Jerry Denny, 68, once a recognized major league third baseman for the Cleveland Americans, died in Houston today. He joined the New York Giants in 1900. He leaves a sister in Paris and four sons Krank Detroit Harrs South Bend William San Antonio, and a daughter Mrs Carroll of Houston.
LA Aug 15 The postponement of the welterweight title fight between Sammy Bakes and Mushy Callahan may occur after a state athletic commission physician ruled Callahan unfit. Dr Lloyd Maye said Callahan has eleven boils under his arms and cold sores on his t, advising a 90 day ring layoff. Promoter Dick Donald questioned the seriousness while Callahan’s personal physician would reexamine.
In a compact update the International League shows Wewark tt and Buffalo four two. Syracuse 9 to 3 and Rochester 2 to 2 with Baltimore and Toronto 3 and Jersey Ost pL noted.
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