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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1924

Page

5

Bears Rally After Road Trip and Win Five to Two

The San Antonio Bears split a road trip, winning five to two at Shreveport and Dallas while dropping games to Wichita Falls and others. Improved hitting and timely rallies helped them stay within reach of the league standings as they head toward a long home stretch. Key moments included a late Dallas comeback prevented by Bears errors and timely hits, with standout plays from Connolly, Moyers, and Grose contributing to the scoring.

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Babe Ruth to barnstorm for charity this fall

Babe Ruth will tour the Pacific coast after the world series to raise funds for a Christmas charity. He accepted an invitation from the San Francisco Examiner editor to play exhibition games in San Francisco and other coast cities on dates in October 1925 and 1926. Ruth said he would start the tour immediately after the World Series, with Judge Landis approving the plan.

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Bears Box Score Fort Sint Mashoren Puertesvelte

Bears box score highlights Fort Sint Mashoren Puertesvelte with Petateid and Hanadian WS performances, noting key stats and outcomes for the game.

Bears Fort Sint Mashoren Puertesvelte Petateid Hanadian WS

Flag Chasers P W Dal Benn'r House Sunday Results

Dashes through a jumbled recap of baseball and football scores across Dallas San Antonio Fort Worth Houston and other cities. Mentions Batterienard Woodall Mamaux Schang and other players with scattered team notes and upcoming games across multiple leagues.

P.W. Dal Benn Dallas San Antonio Fort Worth Houston Wichita Shreveport Galveston

Yankees and Giants Shake Up August Baseball News

New York report notes the Yankees after a split win, the Giants tremble at Pirates’ pace, and Brooklyn suffering a double defeat by St Tous. Hampered by Hornsby and Aldridge pitching, the Cubs stay within reach as Cleveland, Detroit, and Boston races unfold. Pirates and Phillies in strong play across the leagues.

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Richbooks Finish Second In Twilight League Flag Chase

The Rickhook Veterans closed their season with a 10 to 6 victory over the San Antonio Pack Company, moving into second place in the Twilight League standings. Key players included Gunkel, Sheldon, Saleher, Naylor, Maurer, and Ott, with Vilaret pitching for the Veterans and Kruger noted for hits.

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American poloists sweep rivals in intercontinental ties

Poloists from the United States and Mexico contest upcoming challenge matches as teams prepare for the international series. Notable players include Gey Younes Caplage of Mexico and Leight Semat, with other athletes like Sundsy and Baye involved in preparatory rehearsals ahead of decisive fixtures.

Americans Seek Claims Before Special Commission

Universal Service reports Americans filing claims before a special claims commission after agents left for Washington. The notices imply many would be Mexican citizens for business, delaying further commission meetings and suggesting mixed outcomes for property protection.

Universal Service Mexico City Special Claims Commission Washington

All Star Third Baseman Debate Sparks Babe Ruth Contest

Fans and baseball men deliberate the best third baseman for the Babe Ruth Contest hosted by The Light. Names like Pie Traynor Heine Groh Frank Frisch Toe Dugan Willie Kamm and others compete as selections shift with each voter. Final picks determine prizes from ten to five dollars.

Pie ‘Traynor Pittsburgh Heine Groh Giants Freanks Regis Croh Toe Dugan Yanks Willie Kamm White Sox Babe Ruth Frisch Traynor Dugan Kamm Groit Antonie Muit Kot Vorner IeRe Sok Hale Avery Mil

Vance Best Pitcher Since War Says Writer George Chadwick

The 1924 feature extols Vance as a leading pitcher for Brooklyn, noting his early 1924 record of two wins three losses, praise from Pelicans leader Julius Heineman, and predictions of a 30-win season. Adolfo Luque led the NL last year with 27 wins. Vance is projected to reach the high totals despite a tough schedule. The piece recounts Vance’s 1921 New Orleans rise, Brooklyn debut, and his strong 1922-23 form, including 24 complete games and high strikeout potential. It also mentions Rival Giants and Brooklyn’s pennant chances, with golf keeping Vance sharp.

Giants Boston Chicago St. Louis Gimeinnau Pittsburgh Vance Philander RG Luque Adolfo Luque Cincinnatis Eppa Rixey Burleigh Grimes Alexander the Great Tess Barnes Wir Jose Brooklyns Robinson New Orleans Tulius Heineman Pelicans Up North Robbie Variece Brooklyn Dazzy Clearwater Toman Vanve Brooklyn Atiis Dazar Kent Zolf Jove I Darts Brooking

Railroad Electricians Win Game Here Cancelled From Lone Stars

The Tuesday baseball game between the San Antonio–Houston Di on team of the Southern Pacific bend and the Tucksonville railroaders was cancelled due to travel delays. The Elektrical Workers beat the Dallas team earlier, with standout performances including a triple by the first-sack er cinched the seventh inning.

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Texas League Box Scores From Wichita Falls Game

Box scores show Wiehlia Paits, Callan, Locker, Wano, White, Drake and Aberhard contributing hits. Wichita Falls 7, Shreveport 2, with notable runs by Whiteman, Bagwell, Brown, Burkett, Connolly, Sperber, and King, plus defensive details and pitching notes for Gleason, Craig, and Matthews.

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Miss Collett and Sweetser Winners in Fairfield Match

Miss Glenna Collett of Providence and Tess Sweetser of New York defeated Miss Marion Hollins and Francis Ouimet in a no bull mixed foursome at the Country Club of Fairfield Nasco Hill, 3 up with one to play after a 36 hole contest. Edith Cummings and Max R. Marston had defeated Mrs. Quentin Veitner and John G. Anderson in the morning.

Pringeport Conn Glenna Collett Providencd Tess Sweetser New York Country Club Fairfield Nasco Hill Marion Hollins Westbrook J. T Francis Ouimet Boston Edith Cummings Chicago Max. R. Marston Philadelphia Quentin Veitner South Shore Field Club Long Island John G. Anderson

Pick of World Tennis Stars Begin Play

NEW YORK August 25 The 44th U.S. National singles championship at Forest Hills opens with top players from many nations, aiming to crown an unofficial world champion. William Tilden II meets Tarael Alonso of Spain as openers, with Wimbledon winner Jean Borotra and others in early matches. Foreigners have rarely seized the American crown, last in 1903 with Hugh Doherty, though American stars like Johnston Richards Hunter Williams Kinsey brothers and Snodgrass are listed as contenders.

New York America Willemerge Forest Hills William T. Tilden, II Ke Tarael Alonso Spain Hugh Doherty Doherty Brothers England William A. Larmed Doerty Tilton bin” Johnston Vincent Richards Francis T. Hunter R. Norris Williams Kinsey Brothers Harvey Snodgrass

Sorell and Scott tie in trapshoot event at Brackenridge Park

In a Sunday trapshoot, E. O. Mathen was absent as top rivals battled for lead. Dr. J. W. Sorell and Bill Scott tied for first with 47 of 50 clay birds, while Char Steffler and H. J. Peterson scored 45 and 42 respectively. Other amateurs included J. W. Bil, A. Tacchese, Bobs E. B. Lyman, A. L. Huber, Cushing, Boakman, E. Boyle, Tranklin, and Thomas. Two professionals, Saunders and Cowboy Dean, posted strong scores. Next public shoot set for Brackenridge Park.

E. O. Mathen Chile Brackenridge Park J. W. Sorell Bill Scott Char Steffler H. J. Peterson J. W. Bil A. Tacchese Bobbs E. B. Lyman A. L. Huber Cushing EB. B. Boakman BE. E. Boyle PB Tranklin R. M. Thomas Dean Saunders Wyler Hlcl McGregor Eid Sam Barclay Me. Rock Tohn Sorell J. J. James W. GC. Towles Brack- Onridge Park

Shortstop Third Base To Pitchers Catcher Infield Roles

A compact note lists positions including shortstop third base pitcher catcher in a baseball roster snapshot. The entry highlights defensive assignments and the versatility of players across infield and battery roles. It reflects a era where multi position familiarity was common.

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