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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1944

Page

3

Junior Golf Qualifying Runs Amid Rain and Stakes

The Light's Ist annual state junior golf tourney held at Brackenridge Park faced heavy showers but continued Monday. Dallas players led by L. M. Cran, Jr and teammates with near par rounds, while San Antonio contenders Tony Holguin and Joe Ruby chased the early lead as 95 players began 18 holes in wet conditions.

L. M. Cranfel Dallas Tony Holeuin Jot Ruby San Antonio Van Lee Brackenridge Park Course Sterling Brownhi San Ane Temin Dalvis Jas Charles Tums Herbert Pohi Jr Gene Tews Daltna Bill Maxwell Abilene Gulert Cavanaugh Louis J. Careter Johnny Janes Brackenridge Park Wwe Stu Sundey Mureny Brooks Allwrek Greene Palins Dalina Brigade L. M. Crantell Jr Charie Tims Atington City Dine Rindal Bill Baxter Cramnela Sunset Wish Sterling Browning Caumner Beeliirs Baxter Tims Pattorr Tey Lawrente Aviheto Douglas Igglia Part Worl Holguin Brawntig Hendrix Ruby Wikly Dark Horse Hays Wke Clijster Hauser Keryvile Giger’ Cavanaugh Sir Antonio Layton Yottug Ar- Anglan Alinish Ballay

State junior champion round at Brackenridge in San Antonio

The article lists numerous participants and times for a state junior championship round in San Antonio, with heats and runners across many clubs. Notable names include Pallar, Crannell, Lawrence, and several San Antonio affiliates, reflecting a dense program of events and entrants.

Palringa Brackenridge Alondas M. Crannell Tallas Mere Ung Browning Sai Antonio Palmer Lee Lawrence Arlington Kith Charles Tine Datiss Matonaun San Anvatia Geng Tawiy Pallar Rag — Laytan Yeung Reliesieu Ve Woning San Antonio Hlevkeyt Pah Dathies Soleo Banton Tadlass Doe Tatas Han Amonion Milleniér Dallas Seattinwully Burt Wott Bel Ola Sintileg Whehiin Kan ArMi Rahward Kikaereath Clingtom Aap Maxwell Apiens Culvert Cavananeh Claudi Bert Wallae Carter Jr Ban Aulunlu A. O. Duanay Jr Talia Rit Bamaan Wonstons Cheater Trauser Kerrville Johnny Welsh Dre Zl SGM Blip Amit Mulabores Fae Imines Bill Cutzdarlin Fort Worth Donald Tandy Tiallan Geo Darby Waren Hieeing San Anetonio Bob

Nakama sweeps titles in 1944 AAU swimming meet

Nakama from an unnamed team dominates the 1944 AAU championships in New London Conn winning the 1500 and 2000 meter events and contributing to a relay victory. He defeats Gene Rovers of Columbia in the 2000 meters while setting world marks in the tatter five events. Other winners include Verdung with medley relay, Kercher and Weeden in sprint events.

Great Lakes Keo Nakama Winnee Smith Ohio State University Truvaiian Barkly Nakania Gene Rovers Columbia Nokara Mulch New London Conn Fran Don Suteiny Jerry Kercher Beverly Hills Ie Ware En Aiken Mmetan Toy Star 1 Nitkonn Kerschner Andy Herlormaner Lin Af Vordour Jack Lamiden Jin Shand Merci Useaye Lutchers Tere My McLane Akron Ohio Nakama Do Mion University At Michigan Crow Camp

Fractured Tennis Report Blends Names and Meet Odds

Fragmented OCR text lists tennis names and events, mentioning Francisca Hegata Wenndor and Halionnt, alongside football and college figures like Grady Halton. The garbled items reference matches, dates, and venues, with scattered references to universities, ships, and teams, but the overall coherence is minimal. The piece mix includes sports and unrelated names, yielding a chaotic panorama of supposed results and personalities.

Service Loop Prepares for Title Playoff

The Service Baseball league closes the regular season and readies for a two out of three opening series at Tech field. Top seed Warhawks face Gander, with second and third place Rambler and Fliers also squaring off. All games at Tech field follow Tuesday and Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons. Weather remains unthreatening, though rain may force postponements.

Service Baseball League Warhawk-Gander Wiler-Rambler Sevies Ainal Yech Jerse Jac Holmes Brooks Owl Holmes Hunde Kkelly Tech Cadel Genter Randolph San Marcos

Parker Takes Exam at University of Texas

A report from Texas notes Parker, formerly of Jefferson High, is enrolled at the University of Texas. He will take an exam on September 9 as part of ongoing efforts after missing recent university classes due to travel.

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Look for More Gals in Bowling

Hollywood reports a burst of pageant style coverage with Miss California and others as potential entrants. The item mentions Shirley Bollaed and Frau Al Linselisty as faces in the slate for Atlantic Cites event with a September 4 deadline.

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Bobby Ruffin Exits Army After Discharge

Bobby Ruffin, once ranked No 1 lightweight challenger by the National Boxing Association, is honorably discharged from the army due to a sinus condition. His father Teddy Hubins and the Crumsupy Bow Montgomery club are noted in the report.

New Xusom Ruffin Montgomery Bern Amy Ianener Teddy Hubins National Boxing Association

Brooklyn Winners Off to Play Again

Brooklyn winners head to Ogden and Trah to face Washington Reraking in a high stakes game after a 19 point victory Saturday night. Thirty-two members of the team left Sunday with coach Pete Cawthon guiding the Tigers as they prepare for a September 17 cash game against the Green Bay Packers.

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Rain Delays Golf But Dough Keeps Rolling In

Chicago reports a golf meet where delays due to rain paused action yet prize money surged. The Bonds lead with $42,500 in earnings as All-American Ralph holds a one-stroke lead at 2 under par. Women’s division sees Earl Chustiansen close, while numerous players near con tests and upcoming rounds over two more days. Local attendance hits about 40,000 as contenders push for top honors and prize money.

Chicago Finkle Earl Chustiansen Jer Minink Fla Gontain Tyinlee Fargo Bethy Hirks Lory Boreding Dorothy Germain Fea Ciest Wasstk Co Alcans Ladalphi George May O'Shanter Ainway Pain Harold Jay” McSpacinn Promater Miy Buck Greonwiod Hodl Mlayertt Weney Nelsons Ken Heilemann St. Gauia Ted Lun Loo Warloc

Dallas Open Golf raises funds for Ashburn hospital project

About 10 600 dollars are pledged for the second annual Victory Open to benefit Ashburn General Hospital for wounded veterans. Notables Nahlolts and McSpacen announce aim to raise fifty thousand for gate receipts and event operations. The tournament features Byron Nelson and other top players with plans for 180 entries, 18 holes initial rounds, and a final 36 to decide the winner.

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McVey Wins Ft. Sam Golf Championship

Fort Sam Houston hosts a golf event with McVey securing victory after a close match. Final rounds feature Capt. R. C. Talbot Kent and Maj. G. W. Carlin among notable results. Other bouts include Set. W. K. Hall and Vi T. Cartwright winning close matches.

McVey Ft. Sam Golf Mevey Owen Oye Fort Sant Houston Trans iGo W. C. Fargo Df Sebulle Cal Sam J. Acianiy Ninj. Ts Vandenherr Ane Ug W. K. Hall Talent T. Cartwright Cap Hod Gal. S.W. Hire

Fort Sam Stouston Subteam Wins Softball Title

In Dallas August play, Fort Sam Houston Subteam San Antonio defeated McCloskey General Hospital 4 to 2 to claim the softball championship. Pvt. Mt Kwenning of San Antonio starred for the Fort Sam squad, scattering five hits in a solid pitching outing.

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Semi Pro Baseball Event Summaries and Local Franchises

Fragmentary OCR notes describe several semi pro baseball teams and events across Wisconsin Mississippi and nearby areas. Mentions Groenabars Chela Mins and others with scattered names and dates, referencing matches, venues, and league affiliations amidst unclear text.

Browns Hang On and Yearn For Home

Major league results as the Browns survive a tough tilt to split with the Tigers while the Yankees and Red Sox press for breathing room. Newhouser earns his 21st victory for Detroit as McQuinn fuels a late Browns rally. the Cardinals stumble, Giants and Dodgers split, and the Cubs face rainouts in a day of mixed baseball action.

St. Louis Browns Detroit Tigers Byowha Tigers Jencie Jencie Prever New York Yankees Washington Senators Boston Red Sox Philadelphia Athletics Cleveland Midis Wings Chicago White Sox Jim Bagby Steve Gromek Wome Hayling Toon Sox Hal Newhouser Digey ‘Trout Newhouser Detroit George McQuinn Browns Nelson Potter Yankees Senators Wilfred Lefebvre Storge Shynwells Yankers Mitter Red Sox Athletics Kame Joe Growin Philadelpha Hob Johnson

Span Am League Begins Rescheduled Final Round

Span Am League games were rained out Sunday and will be made up next Sunday to decide the league champion. The schedule shift aims to crown the Slaughnessy Ue iplayals as zone leaders. A league meeting may be held Friday to discuss the path forward.

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Baseball Standings and Scores From Chicago Section

Bleary OCR shows American League and National League results with teams like St. Louis New York Philadelphia Boston Brooklyn and Chicago. Batters such as Beatie Kramer Mannino and Gentry are noted with home runs and pitching changes as schedules and rainouts affect the day’s lineup.

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