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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1929

Page

10

Open champion odds loom after wild Western Open rounds

A field of renowned golfers including Bobby Jones rivalists struggle in qualifying for the Western Open. Defending champ Hazen enters late, with Amateurs and pros like Willard Butchiron and Bob MacDonald posting uneven scores as the cut line forms. The leader board drama continues as players chase a final 18 holes to decide the title.

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Dallas Boxing Bouts Continue Despite Earlier Protests

In Dallas on August 22 authorities halted a planned bout involving Lary Meinert after Governor orders, but a later program proceeded with Mickey Riley defeating Charlie Currens in an exhibition. Fort Worth’s Duke Tramel and Dallas’s Kid Rober were mentioned in a disputed card while city officials and public sentiment limited crowd access.

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Adams shoots in style at Vandalia Grand American trapshoot

Addy Adams of San Antonio excelled at Vandalia Ohio, breaking 50 straight in both morning and afternoon rounds, totaling 97 percent for the day. Teammates Voepperwein Ridder Powell Harris also posted notable scores as Texas and Ohio competed for state team honors at the Grand American handicap event.

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U S Golf Meet Draws Few Americans in Quarterfinals

In a shaky report from New York, the Canadian amateur championship quarterfinals began with British and Canadian players prominent. White and Cochran advanced, facing Pred Hebliael as the strong American contenders faded, amid unclear bracket motions and foreign entrants.

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Pitcher Holmes Triumphs With Triple In Win

Pitcher Holmes secured the victory with a triple as the Fifteenth Pict artiens and Tweptyerbird wikelry lineup dominated. The late innings featured Holmes delivering decisive plays and teammates contributing, securing a high scoring win in a tense game.

Wiber Piteney Tyler Holmes

Brooks Field Seeks Sunday Opponent for Town Game

Brooks Field baseball team seeks an opponent for Sunday’s game. Sergeant Tooth, manager, can be reached by calling Brock find at the listed number.

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Shreveport Baseball Hopes Rise Amid Mixed Showings

Sports column notes Shreveport's rise pacing the Texas circuit with several observers touting its potential. Manager Art Phelan cites spotty pitching and a recent slump, while owners in San Antonio monitor the Meine loss streak and discuss future plans. A famed figure, Hammond Jose, appears in public, reflecting on the season as the team contends through a tough stretch.

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Bob Martin Hospitalized for dizzy spells after boxing career

Bob Martin, once heavyweight champion of the American Expeditionary Force, is in Walter Reed hospital for treatment of dizziness described as “punch” effects. He recalls eight wars, claiming past inter allied title in France and fourteen bouts with Gene Tunney, expressing hope to return to the ring.

Universal Service Clites Rob Gene Tunoes bin Battles Avery

Bebe Daniels studies Carmen parts for new talkie

Bebe Daniels quietly studies Carmen with professor Otto Morando in Los Angeles as she prepares to sing the cigarette girl in English for her future H. K. O. Pictures. The report notes the Carmen role is highly coveted and references Geraldine Farrar’s Metropolitan Opera success.

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Windle Sold to Dallas Steers From Waco

Waco August 22 Wayne Windle star shortstop of the Texas league has been sold to the Dallas Steers for 4500. Windle twice drew praise as MVP and earlier played for Waco in 1924. The sale signals shifts as the team eyes stronger infield depth ahead of the winter season. Windle had improved to a .268 average after last Thursday’s games, compared with .273 for Windle and 208 for Flippen in San Antonio infield standings.

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North Texas Ball Champions Decided

Port Worth, Aur Kobeay Lumber company will invade Wichita Falls for a series with the Wi Falls Vielur. Semifinals win sets up the begeball ttle of the Texas Ama trae Athletic frileration.

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Peterboro Dauntless River Tale Sings Tenor Note

Peterborough Ont August feature recounts a Trent River incident with a unique singer tale. A local figure dives to warn others and faces danger while the tale hints at a past event. The fragmentary text preserves regional flavor and a dramatic moment.

Greasy Neale to scout for Cardinals in St Louis

Aug 2 192? Greasy Neale, former Cardinal scout, sent for the summer with Bill Southworth when Till McKechnie took over as manager weeks ago. He has become a Cardinal scout as announced today.

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Coffee Giants Face Fortieth Squadron at Kelly Field

Sandy Crane is expected to pitch for Hofinson Hey man Coffee Giants against Fortieth Squadron of Kelly Field at 3 PM Saturday on Fliers Field.

Kelly Sandy" Crane Hofinson-Heyman Kelly Field

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