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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1957

Page

2

Beeville’s Cheo Sandoval Said To Be All-State Hope

Bee-Picayune editor Campbell oversees a strong push for Cheo Sandoval a 238 pound eight three tackle anchoring Beeville High School. Camp cites Sandoval as key on offense and defense aiding Beeville’s best season yet with 3754 rushing yards 333 points and a standout goal line stand wins over Kingsville.

Campbell Bee-Picayune Beeville Cheo Sandoval Cheo Cuero Ezelk Trojans Kingsville Bill Baker Bill Fox Kassen

Nederland Rips Brenham in Class AAA playoff

Nederland dominates Brenham 41 to 7 to reach the state Class AAA semifinals. Roger Alensiva scores twice and serviceman Jahnson adds a 9 yard TD. Brenham, missing Calvin Janner, falls behind early as Nederland racks up 483 total yards.

Wellerland Rienstra Jahnson Bulldogs Nederland Brenham Johnson

Fight Results in California Promises Notable Upsets

Associated Press report from Ban Tago California notes a chaotic fight night with unclear scoring and several contenders including Rydhin and Black delivering strong showings. Details on bouts and outcomes are sparse due to damaged text.

Local grid playoff clash echoes across cities

Fragmented OCR text lists multiple games and players across towns including Highland Park, Wichita Falls, Nolan Ballalp, and West Columbia with scattered scores such as Edison 33 and Hendy 41. Names and places are partially legible, hinting at a regional playoff roundup.

Rennel srebSs Artila Mighland Yark Wichita ‘Falls Artina Nonston Ballalpa Aluitin Sin Ante Anderson Xederland Heenan Antonio Edison Banya Mig Hedoniens

Milkes Back in Town After Texas League Talks

Milkes, tied to the San Antonio club under Baltimore ownership, is due back in Colorado Springs for winter baseball meetings. He aims to form local ownership or a stock company to secure the Missions franchise after the 1987 Texas League season. Charles Coffen of Double C Productions plans to meet Milkes to discuss community ownership options.

Tande Dve Marvin Milkes General Imanager Satyr Antonio Baltinore Orioles Colorado Springs Milkes Baltimore Missions Orin Brass Charles Coffen Double c.: Productions Homlinee Milkés

Edison and Nederland Cruise, Set for Semi Final Clash

Edison High routed San Benito 35 6 at Javelina Stadium, while Nederland toppled Brenham 41 7. Edison’s Hal Fieseler ran for 201 yards on 13 carries and blocked punts aided by Eddie Van Dyke’s kicking. The Bears and Bulldogs push toward a San Antonio next round date, to be set after the Austin game.

San Benito San Antonio Nederland Brenham Gene Bosse Jim Linnstaeder Bulldogs John Trowbridge Kingsville Edison High Schoal Bears Edison Javelina Stadium Pt. Arthur John Hitt Wilson Eddie van Dyke Hooling Rayhountly Hal Fieseler Spusis Edison Ing Fieseler Carey

Edison Coach Praises Gridders After Victory

Edison coach George Red Forehand praised his players after a 35 6 win marked by a brisk wind that forced San Benito to punt into the wind five times. Guard Wayne Irie earned high praise from Texas A and I visitor GH Steinke, while quarterback Ken Sithaff and fullback Fieseler credited Frieling for his long runs. Forehand looked ahead to the next week's playoff.

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Van Dyke Suffers Concussion in Bears Game

Van Dyke, Bears star tailback, suffered a concussion on the first play against San Remo and remained not at full speed. Coach Forehand said he felt weak early and left the pine but returned later, playing into the third quarter before tests cleared him two hours after the game.

Kingsville van Dye Bears San Remin Hey Van Rox

Baylor baseball coach SoRelle dies after heart attack

SoRelle, 12 Baylor University baseball coach and athletics manager, died after a heart attack at home early Saturday. He reached Baylor in 1954 after pro ball years with Dallas, Oklahoma City, San Antonio, and a Navy stint. Survived by widow and daughter Bathars, 14.

Waco Dev Boyd R Jelly" SoRelle Baylor Tie GoRelle Chicago White Sox Dallas Oklahoma City San Antonio Navy San Anton Te Tater Penart Laredo Taylor Oy LoRelle Bathars

Pro Basketball Scores and Player Listings Across Mixstons

In Cashel ball games, APB declared Lack land AFB 76 71, Brooke Anay Medical Center beat Kelly AVR 75 43. The list includes players such as Brxtett Sharman Ramnaey Vanst Macauley Le Martie Wilton Dodi and others with varying team lineups and positions noted.

Hoston Hanes Brxtett Hol Natn Nighula Tinen Kasell Sharman Ramnaey Lly Cosy Sds Pillip Feat Ug. Vanst Macauley Shee Gen le Martie Costelln Tovrivon Dodi Thiehen Fudley Mig Hinkstin Veelle

Finals Quarterfinals and Upsets Highlight Alamo Heights Invite

In the Alamo Heights Invitational at Alamo Heights gym finals loom for both champion and consolation brackets after Edison upset defending champion Alamo Heights 59 to 44 aided by a key full court press. Friday results include Brackenridge over Highlandale 59-41, South San Antonio over Burbank 53-30, and Jefferson over Lanier 46-36.

Alamo Heights Alamo Llvights Gliq. Om Edison Hetel Bears Brackenridge Hirlandale South San Antonio Burbank Jefferson Lanier Lillian J. Durst Nainer Yeasa Dohniaon Fi Dmation Mini Heights L Myery Rldwrda Lang M. Myers Bucket Denn

Rattlers Open Season With Texas A and M Showdown

The St Marys Rattlers host Texas A and M Aggies in a top season opener at St Marys Gym. Maurice Harris debuts for St Marys in the 8 pm game as Texas A and M, led by Wayne Lawrence, makes its lone San Antonio appearance this season. Trinity meets Howard Payne at 8 pm in Alamo Stadium gym as the Tigers pursue a strong start.

St. Mary's Rattlers Trinity Tigers Jim Helser Rattlers Texas A. & M. Aggies Maurice Harris St. Mary's Gym Texas A. & M Wayne Lawrence San Antonio Fritz Connally Jefferson Sammy Meyers Beaumont Trinity Howard Payne Alamo Stadium Robbie Robinson Th ‘Gers Texas Longhorns Austin Bill Sufer Bill Klingaman del Mar College San Antonio College Corpus Caristi Huston Tillotson St. Philip's San Antono Chuck Harris Cleveland Annay Arrin Cox Mayer Rewell Blane Banton Meman Felina Nai Ty Buler Taylor Fi Gelkenwile Howard Dallye Bautler

Rice Rallies For Victory In College Basketball Clash

Rice defeated Oklahoma City University in a high ranked matchup in Houston Texas. Christian walls topped Mr Murry 75 50 in Ft Worth while Baylor lost 73 64 to Utah in Salt Lake City. Other Southwest conference games included Baylor Utah Tulsa Arkansas Texas Tech Hamling and more.

Wien Rice Oklahoma City University Houston Texas Christian Murry Ft. Worth Baylor Utah Salt Lake City Arkansas Tulsa Lech Lubhorls Robitaille Thomas Gy Cieitfin Wsaing Methvaln Hon Griffin Wallasey B

Intrigue in International League Hockey Report

In a domestic league update, Eruttarnundi Sonjagitin played against Mikade Wishington with a final score near 8 to 3. The report notes a Washington game and a 44 point total by Tannmyer, reflecting a high scoring contest and key performances.

Eruttarnundi Sonjagitin Mikade Tannmyer

Logart Keeps Title Road Open After Win Over Ortega

Logart, 24, Cuban welterweight contender, won a unanimous decision over Gaspar Ortega at the Cleveland arena in a 147-pound elimination bout. The victory, witnessed by 5314 fans who paid $34,990, keeps Logart on track for the title as he said he would fight anyone designated for the crown. Ortega, the youngest in the field, protested low blows but the judges scored Logart ahead.

Cleveland Dec Isaac Logart Gaspar Ortega Mexico Cleveland Arena Carmen Basilio Sugar Ray Robinson Logart Quiepa

Frey Seventh in World Invitational Match Bowling Tourney

Robbie Frey of San Antonio advances to seventh place at the World Invitational Match Game Bowling tournament held at the Coliseum. She totals 802 in her second-game stint with games 185 192 223 212. Other listed bowlers and scores appear in a long mixed results snippet from the event.

Apcoint Chicago Robile Prey San Antonio Robbin Billy Uolonitewski Grand Tantos Hele Covina Jim Carman Dallas Tulllaed Hoover Akron Phony Rorentar Lauman Gog Angning Aid Dick Weber SL. Low Jen Chicnen Dan Carter

Army Calls Don Kaiser for Induction to Service

Don Kaiser a 21 year old right handed pitcher was traded from the Cubs to the Braves. He was notified to report for induction in Oklahoma City December 12. Kaiser had failed four previous physicals but not the most recent in Oklahoma City.

Ada Oklay Don Kaiser Milwaukee Braves Chicago Cubs Oklahoma City Kaiser

High Grid Playoffs Bring Abilene Amarillo Clash Saturday

Abilene and Amarillo, Texas AAAA powers, meet in a key semifinal clash as the gridiron race enters the four-division semifinals. Nederland, Sundown, White Oak, and other contenders won quarterfinals, setting up a crowded title chase across classes AA and A as teams push toward the semi-finals and state honors.

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