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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1928
Page
4
Instructional note by H T Mitch from San Antonio on mastering crawl technique. Emphasizes combining plunge kick and arm movements gradually. Advises practicing movements separately then together, with three kicks per arm cycle and keeping head down until proficient. Continuous practice and review of prior lesson illustrations.
William Tilden, veteran American tennis star, is permanently barred from amateur competition by the USLTA executive committee after findings that his Wimbledon articles and French writings violated the amateur code. The decision follows hours of debate. reinstatement could depend on bylaw provisions and future submissions deemed satisfactory to the committee.
The report outlines chaotic conditions and disputed rulings in Texas League boxing and tennis events, citing officials debating amateur versus professional status and rule interpretations. It notes dates, venues and mentions Tilden holding a national title, with several players and matches referenced in a warily detailed account of the conflicts surrounding eligibility and conduct at the event.
In a nets final at Newport Tourney, Van Ryn and Lott advance with strong play. Dregs Manzin and Vittarn blocks, while Wey and Whey pair in a county finale, showing sharp form and clutch shots from Aranxe and Tegay players.
Unclear OCR yields fragmented item about Polvogt reporting to Frisgo in 1929. Mentions Monkhor, Laury Urrect, a Coast league, and Memphis Southern association. Details are garbled. core note is Polvogt to report to Frisgo in the 1929 season.
Cincinnati report states that a Notre Dame gridiron player has signed with the institution as announced by head coach Toreph A. Meer. The Southern Association and other details follow in terse ceremony notes.
The Austin club faces Public Service field in bi district eliminations with a Saturday 3 p.m. start and a Sunday 2 p.m. double header. Pitching selections remain unannounced with likely choices. Winners advance to face Houston Galveston in the next round for the state championship, while officials include umpire Honkey Pietcher and scorer Ed Ningas.
San Antonio amateurs won seven bouts at an outdoor boxing card near Doethroven Hall. Key wins included Kid Hoberto defeating Skeeter Smith and Kid Tesxe edging Skeeter Smith in curtain raiser. Mike Delgallo scored a technical over Joovia Third, with Johnny Geius and Dike Ramal among others praised as winners.
Fragmentary text outlines a sports schedule for the Bruins with eighteen remaining games, many at home, including a postponed Friday game for rest and an upcoming sequence of matches through September. Mentions Vic Moya and unclear opponent list with Saturday afternoon dates and Sabbath considerations.
Fragmented OCR listing mentions pennant chasers and multiple teams, with scattered player names and matches. It references Fort Washington, Philadelphia, and other locations, plus several players such as Minie Autry and RamAd RMF. Overall, a busy sports roundup hints at standings, schedules, and notable performances without coherent specifics.
National League recap shows Pettnyia Temi and Chicago teams battling with erratic play. Key figures Brewton, Ghicega, and Yintteriens appear in a string of misplays as Chicago struggles to secure a win. The fragmentary text mentions Pelaniy Mernna Palerme Taylne Afetoney and Marinelty in a chaotic lineup with incomplete scores and lineups.
The annual alumni outing at St Marys University will be held Sunday with events including gam es swimming and other activities. Organizer Tilly Thelinke chairing the day promises a packed schedule and prizes for participants, with plans to entertain and engage attendees throughout the event.
Boxing report notes Kober securing a knockout over Nobe Cervantes at a Montana venue, with rival Vesna Hafalvestos and other fighters like Dillan Welterweight mentioned in a chaotic, OCR plagued summary. The piece highlights a rising rhythm of victories and ring actions, though details are jumbled.
Fragmented report lists multiple fighters and locations with unclear outcomes. Names include Wy She, Sark, Enginml, Murry, Layton, Ske Watters, Tex Atlee, Jimmy Hovis, Danny Hud, Surkie Tilkington, Jase Kautrunn See, Bun Dgeger. Matches appear in New York, Chicago, St Paul, Terre aute, Aberdeen, Wilts, and Terre aute with an unclear winner in most lines.
New York reports that pitcher Rory Till Ryan, previously with Glanex, has been acquired by the Yankees from an unspecified club. The deal follows recruitment discussions and involves minor league names and scores, with references to Tittle and Terk.
A crowded swim meet headlines the all star field with standout names listed across events. Names like Manatee Watt and Mirena Pring appear among divers and sprinters, detailing entries for 1200 yard and 410 yard free style and relay legs as the event runs through the day.
Richland Springs High School mourns as head coach J. Tone, 61, dies from injuries from a football collision at Lampasas on August 9. He led Kirkland Spelage High School teams and was widely respected in athletic circles. Burial plans were announced as the community recalls his long service and popularity.
Brooklyn and New York figures, including Grimes, Burleigh, and Robbin, are discussed amid a turbulent season with the Pirates and Giants. The piece notes key players, managerial tensions, and the potential impact on the pennant race as spring shorthand and speculation mix with lingering team woes.
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