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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1931
Page
9
Heavyweight champion Dempsey prepared for a return with a televised exhibition in Readly Oregon. The bout featured quick exchanges, a knockdown, and Dempsey displaying speed and power. legal questions about a contract with Dempsey arose from claims he violated terms.
The Saratoga Springs meeting opens with a feature mile and six furlongs drawing top contenders Mate Sun Moon and Twenty Grand. Weight assignments stir speculation as Willy Sharpe and others weigh in while past form hints at a close race with Kilkenny and Kenner in pursuit.
A vintage wire service style caption questions Jack Dempsey’s fitness as he appears in the ring for the first fight of his comeback campaign, flanked by his supporters. The piece hints at continued public interest in his bid for boxing glory.
The Pri Chi fraternity squad battles the Refiners in a rough Monday night game at Pedro Park. Final score shows Refiners leading 22 to 10 as players like Nel and Fyington contribute on offense while Gough and P taper anchor the defense.
A garbled report lists numerous fighter names and pairings with scattered clubs and locations. It references Cincinnati, Portland, and various individuals such as Jack ODown, Payne, and Mundell among many others, but the exact results and context remain obscured due to the OCR errors.
August 3 reports note great strength in women tennis doubles from English players. British doubles chain featured in the Wightman Cup series with prominent players including Miss Tleden and Miss Doruthy Tawnd of England, who defeated U.S. rivals in California.
Brookline reports the national doubles tennis championships postponed due to rain and wartime conditions. Four national championships and eight women's invitational events to decide amid delays. Names include Clifton Sauter of New Orleans and Bence Harn of Austin among players advancing to later rounds.
The Mexican Soccer League forum has been called to meet at the damen Ricgris at 7:30 Thursday night by Wells Cerda.
A local wrestling promoter announces thirteen wrestlers for Friday's card. The lineup includes Geor ge Deutsch and Latta as featured stars with several newcomers and veterans, promising a pyrotechnic show and rough action throughout the event.
MIAPACKER Wisconsin hosts the opening round of a middleweight tournament as contenders vie to fill a crown vacated by a former champion. Matchups include Clyde Chastain vs Mattas Torn, Made Marshall vs Atamford, and Gani vs Rhomas with other locals named in the card.
The Indians season faced major changes as several home games were moved to Galveston and Beaumont. Teague’s pitching led a 25th win for the Wichita Spuders, while crowd size reached about 13,000 at Denn’s victory over Wichita Kpils. Details note transport and scheduling shifts across Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and other venues amid league activity.
Cotter knocks out Bil yle in the sixth round of the main event at the West End Addlebc clk Monday night. Manuel Tuna KO’s Solline Hawkins in the first round. Tesua Garcia and Manuel Repina draw. Flores wins by decision over Fallie Waller. About four hundred fans attend.
Principal league officials faced opposition from Legion Boys over delaying the opening game of the LaurEn series between Columbia and Chicago for the national baseball championship in Houston Texas. The Columbia team had never played at night and a leader cited safety concerns in the decision to move the game from night to day.
Manager Tom Miller and the Del Rio team arrive Friday afternoon by automobile in preparation for their game with the Mozico Nations at League Park. The series opens the following day with play at 4 PM and continues through a five-game slate to decide South Toran semipro honors.
In the Whicbonnet League action at Luna noon Toth led the Yorktown Base Boosters as Path Vohecats clinched early pacing. Aus. 95-DLekty Rob Path cinched first place with strong scoring and defense.
At Forest Hills on August 23 Queen Helen, popular in New York crowds, defeated Clarence J Peck Gru in two sets 64 63 before about 7000 spectators. The match drew strong play and crowd enthusiasm as Helen showcased superior form and crowd appeal.
In a crucial three game series to decide the league title, Schulze leads the Eagles against Carmen in a midweek matchup at Public Serviet f W Mint. The series features Friday and Saturday games with teams from Austin, Houston, Galveston, and San Antonio preparing for a decisive Sunday doubleheader at Moody Stadium.
Port Worth report indicates Blakie Moore, veteran outfielder, is back with the Panthers roster this Tuesday as team officials confirm his return from an unspecified absence. The club hinges on renewed outfield depth and Moore’s veteran leadership amid schedule pressure.
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