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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1915

Page

18

League Park Baseball Bill Promises Tense Texas Rivalry

Ike Pendleton captains the Amers & Ott All-Stars against Jack Burke’s Ahrens & Otts in a post season scrimmage at League Park San Antonio. Donated park funds and local officials set the stage for a two game double header with Aldworth, Pendleton, Burke, McCafferty and Anderson among the listed players.

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Golf slang and caddie lore in early 20th century Sports

The article surveys golf terms like hogey and par, tracing their origins from early 1900s Britain and the impact of rubber balls. It profiles caddies like James Carey in Britain, notes shifts in course quality and hotel courses, and lists rising American players such as Travers, Quintet, Evans, Gardner, and Marston shaping the sport.

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Commercial Tenpin Artists Keep Up Pace

Commercial League contenders show strong averages led by Quing H and Mowayd with scores around 160 while others like Waddell and Haas near 174. The Gay Electric, Missageau, and Sunsets bowlers challenge for national honors as the scene tightens and records build amid fierce competition.

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Juarez Race Meet Struggles in Weather Affected Finals

A chaotic report from Juarez race results lists multiple horses with inconsistent spellings and placements across four races. Winners include Prevald and Tro Maske with various rivals like Laughing Water, Theman Marie, and Money Maker noted among participants. Time readings and numerous jockeys appear tangled with broken text.

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Davenport’s No Hit Mastery Marks Pitching Wonder

Davenport, towering at 6 feet 1 inch and 210 pounds, emerged as a pitching sensation with a string of no hit and near no hit games for the Terriers. Critics note his blazing speed, evolving control, and resilience as coach J Fielder Jones shaped him from early wildness into a dominant force.

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Bal Players Note On Double Header At League Park

Players in the double header at League Park must be on the field by 1:80 oclock in uniform. Officials warn the afternoon schedule may shift while weather and field conditions are checked.

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Cardinals to Train in San Antonio Next Spring

The St Louis Cardinals will train in San Antonio next spring at Hot Wells after manager Miller Huggins secured hotel accommodations. Rival teams like Detroit Tigers and Chicago White Sox plan varied training sites, with the Tigers moving to Waxahachie and the White Sox set for Mineral Wells for a brief stopover before returning to Chicago. Exhibition games with major leaguers are expected, as managers Osmaith Leidy and others coordinate spring training amid league-wide plans.

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Local bowlers led by Pat Thomas in City and Commercial leagues

Pat Thomas tops the City Tenpin League with a 229 average, far ahead of rivals as the league pursues records. Other notable bowlers include Quinn in the Mayer lock Clarke quintet with 194, Mitchell at 278, Summerfield 118, Horner 178, Lampman 174, Cramer 173, Reeder 170, and a slate of players from the City and Commercial leagues.

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Promoters Push for Ring Verdict Reform in New York

The piece reports renewed calls in New York to empower referees to render official verdicts in boxing. Governor Whitman appointed new commissioners, Joins Franey and Frank Dwyer, signaling possible changes. Proponents argue the public deserves fair treatment, while organizers test schemes like protective clauses at the American Sporting Club to ensure spectators are not defrauded.

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A and M College reports net football profit

Athletic Director W. L. Dever reports A and M College football shows a net profit of 2498.07 after benching nearly 2000 for bleachers and running costs. The surplus will reduce about 5000 in debt, with 700-seat field facilities noted as among the Souths best. The squad numbered fifty. equipment cost 1042.39.

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