San Antonio swim stars Elsie Allison and Gordon Catts shine
Elsie Jane Allison aged 14 and Gordon Catts stood out after a standout weekend at San Pedro Park Pool before an estimated 3300 spectators. Allison won the 400 yard free style in 6 12 and led the women's division with 13 points while Catts tied for high points with Ben Webster and Gary Gatton in the men’s division, Webster winning on a coin flip. Aubrey Norton led with three firsts for 15 points. Raymond Keller beat Richard Bare in diving. The squad advances to the state meet in AvSan next Monday.
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Fisie Jane Allison
Gordon Catis
San Antonio
Champisne
San Pedra Park
Roland Kupper
City Park Department
Elsie Jane
Bub
Catls
Ben Webster
Grargn Gatton
Webster
Aubrey Norton
Raymond Keller
Richard Bare
Sell A Marchand
Adyar
Arha Norton
Tirel
Cheetsr Seeman
Bill McLellan
Vard
Philippa Lascomb
Rarley Man
Harris
Sievand
Iret
Btanney Vines
George McLellan Iivert
Firat Elsie Jane Allison
Harold Brady
Jes
Roy Atrison
Cliton Batley
Stacky Mee Harris
Helen Scott
Howard
Wirst Pal Bonnet
Wonster
Hamilton
He Norton
Siri
George Garton
Rdon Catts
Ashyard
Ban Webster
Myo Curt Hint
State New Diving
Fivel
Bel Marchand
Haintes Secmia
Mat Harris Rove
Cli
Fennit
Keller 'Tan
Magee
Pelicans Lead Strong in Doubleheader Sweep over Knoxville
New Orleans expanded its lead in the Southern Association with a two-game victory sweep over Knoxville. The Pelicans won 1 0 1 in the opener and 2 1 in the nightcap, totaling Fred Johnson’s 19th win of the season. Jack Ward and Eddie Morgan homered for five runs, Ward driving in the go-ahead run in the sixth. Holt of Knoxville homered in the nightcap before 10,000 in attendance. Memphis, second in the standings, hammered Little Rock 11 to 8, while Nashville and Birmingham postponed.
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Atlanta
Gt. Ag
New Orleans
Jead
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Jeader
Pelicans
Fred Johnson
Jack Ward
Eddie Morgan
Ward
Holt
Knoxville
New Orleane
Memphis
Southern Association
Brazil's Emancipation Act Affected End of Era
A garbled report mentions Emancipation Act of 1888 and a figure linked to 1934 events, with references to a Brazilian sailor in Rio de Janeiro who died in 1901 at 17. It hints at legal acts, ownership marks in 1934, and a future note about Lindberghs, plus a cryptic postal reply vignette.
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Estevao Fura
Bik
Rio de Janeiro
Moody versus Jacobs in 1934 Forest Hills final
Queen Helen Moody defaulted in the third set to Helen Jacobs in the national women's single final at Forest Hills ending Moody's bid for a third consecutive title. Jacobs won 2-6 6-3 6-3 amid Moody's back brace and fatigue, marking a dramatic, controversial end to Moody's long dominance.
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Alan
New York
Helen Wills Moody
California
Paachaesa the
Helen Hull Jacobs
Helen
Forest Hills
Sewurday
Sapals
Spac
Moody
Jacobs
Doulors
Helen Jacobs Disclosed as Cripple in National Championship
The article recounts Helen Jacobs facing medical and physical challenges during the women’s national championships. It notes heart trouble and gall bladder inflammation, with doctors advising caution as Jacobs pushed through bouts to defend her title. Medical concerns and stimulant use are discussed in relation to her performance.
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YORK
Aup
Aemu Ai Ceraeth
Hetey Jrcogs
Xenkesional Yielany Ayey Heaven
Willys Renouh
Womens National
Mise Jacobs
Wiler Lanay
Niksdinen
Wea Mecessahy
Them
Chainiers
Forrat Hills
Moly
Mus Jacobs
Nicouel Melaueokment
AbunuAnis
Shelly
Mist Jacobs
Dr. Ghalmers
Arain
Western Open golf resonates despite sparse field
The Western Open drew few top players but showcased strong play by Mac and others. Guy Paulsen led with 202 while Haton Guldahl chased with a late eagle, highlighting sturdy, if not historic, major championship golf amid a crowded misfire of entrants.
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Smith
Appenach
Fares Ganper Chaenen
Onlin Dutya
Detroit
Taseta
Motrlencily
Tad
Guy Beutzen
Pet Warner Ind
Thelena Rodis
Cinetenan
Ata
Rane
Texmchann
FAR Wien
Chirgen
Chirnen
Aura
Fort Thomas
Rage Bethrmven
Eh Beeenim
Aten
Timmy Avinenty
Gar
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Rents
Witten
Han Rebmelin
Lema
Chicago
Ani
Utilities Slip Out of Title Picture In Texas Amateur Race
Austin's Double Scoops beat Houston's Texas Eagles to claim the South division crown while Fort Worth's Johnson Storage defeated Dallas' Dr Peppers in North Texas action. Sunday results included San Antonio’s Public Service Utilities losing twice, 7-2 and 3-0, amid pitching showings by Stewart Bankston and McDonald. Jimmy Lewis tossed a three hit shutout for Houston, and Dr Peppers swept Waco with a 14-2 win before Waco claimed 3-1 in the final game.
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Austin
Houston
Texas Eagles
Texas
Fort Worth
Johnson Storage
Dallas
Dr. Feppers
Liew North Texas
Texas Amateur Athletic Federation
San Antonio
Austin Aggregation
Mike Balagia
Tre San Antoninas
Stewart
Bankston
McDonald
Lefty Carter
Larry Cox
Thillies
Frank Lane
Galveston
Meyer Grocers
Jimmy Lewis
Waco
Dr. Peppers
Working Boys
Johnson
Wichita Falls
St Fort Worth
Fink's Star Class Yacht Leads After First Day Regatta
Eddie Fink of Long Breeze, defending champion in the Star class, led the 12th annual regatta after opening days. Rufus Smith’s Galveston team won the second race, while Patsy Makon, 11, and Edith Ansley Bilken gained attention in the mixed standings as the field rested before final heats.
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Galil
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Indla Hoat
Movie Star 1
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Texar
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Neried Tinis
Patsy Maxkon
John J. Anskeh
Bownd
Iidith Aniley-Bilken
Plate
Villa
Franche
Riviera
Myeh Total Seorna
Werson
Patsy
Iagen
Long Beach
Calif
Marietta
Ohio
W. G. Everett
Wing Dawes
Toronto
Bi Miller
Huss Mentillan
Texas league rookie crop shows scarce big league ready talent
The Texas league season ends with broad doubt on the pipeline to majors. Managers and veterans say few young players stand out for 1994, while talents like Banura and Frinell draw attention as possible late bloomers, with several others viewed as distant prospects.
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Texas
Walklins Hs
Severeiel
Harlan Clift
van A Senino
Ellum
Hank
Buck Friinell
Gelveston
Bert
Jad Fausett
Trul
Aleady
Severgid
Hon
Dlenan
Beaumont
San Antonin
Fraser
Colrmen Beliaves
Texas Trager Ploye
Hart
Ant Banura
Cleveland
Texas League
Colonisn
Fred Brainard
Dallas
Banura
Coleman
Naxh
Friseth
Bonuirr
Carter
Ture
Pratels Parker
Hisky
Shakalop
Ateo
Clifton
Nglir Recondemacker
Tesguer
Detroit
Boi
San Antonio
Iack
Weekend Sports Roundup in Multiple Venues
Across Forest Hills Brookline Olympia Fields and more, results from tennis golf racing and shooting show title defenses, victories by Jacobs Quist Van Ryn Gledhill and Hitchcock, with notable withdrawals and championship results from Saratoga Long Beach and Toronto events.
Mermen Time Trials Offer Prizes at National Exhibition
Toronto event draws 49 entrants in a national exhibition for men speed swimming. Prize pool opens with $8000 total, first place worth $1000, $1500 split among top finishers, and awards of $700 for second, $500 for fourth, $300 for fifth, and $200 for sixth.
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Alig
Ayo
Babe Ruth Bench Thrives as Bench Hitter Ends Run
Detroit crowds witness Babe Ruth benched after a poor showing as the Yankees lose 9 to 4 in Detroit. Sam Byrd and Dixie Walker boost the lineup in the finale, while Giants fall to the Cardinals as Dizzy Dean dominates. Boston, Chicago, and Washington also post wins in a busy day of baseball across New York, St. Louis, and Cleveland.
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C. Bing
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Waley
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Tale
Gene
Ball
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Mr. Ruth
New York Yankees
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Hiness
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Ruth
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Dixie Walker
Jed Tie Yanks
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Tnell
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Dare Cess Jill
Dizzy Dean
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Tom Clarke
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Senators
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Indians
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White Sox
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al Simmons
Guy Dish
Brooklyn
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Hadley
Hoberk
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Sox
St. Louis
Maall
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Pullerton
Jordan Bird Wins 300 Mile Flight at Lone Star Club
Jordan Bird wins a 300 mile pigeon race from Whitesboro at the Lone Star Pigeon Flying Club on Sunday despite strong head winds. T. G. Marsh wins four first places in the Jas mansh events with fastest average time of 465.907 yards per minute.
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Lone Star Pigeon Flying Club
Whitesboro
Tignis
T. G. Marsh
Foderity
Mike Jordan
Arie Letree Tas
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Playground Ball Action Confused Local Recap
Fragmentary report details mixed names and teams in a playground style game. The text mentions several teams and players with unclear spellings and locations, producing a jagged account of a weekend match and potential forthcoming events.
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Charles Geaver
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Keer
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Miss Jacobs
Mrs. Moody
Helen Herelf
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Bey Nuthall
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Mandy
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Alia
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