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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1950

Page

10

New Braunfels Unicorns Set To Face Wharton In Big Game

Weldon Bynum's Huskies showed strength in La Vega clash and promise a potent offense. New Braunfels relies on heavy blocking and power runs to overpower Wharton, with defense aiming to contain the Unicorns' ground attack and keep the high-scoring pace in check.

Raunfels Gary Pittman Bill Krenner Merlyn Murphey Sammy Howard Staff Bynum Braonfels Gina Howard Hrien Murphey Bynum Wharton New Myraufels Fraunfels sByham Grangetown Yriewer Brothers Charlie Menan Byrn

Double Wing: Lincorns prove system works with proper material

The double wing has been outmoded for a decade yet Bynum’s success with it over the last three seasons shows any system can work with the right players. If Howard can pass as well as he runs, the Lincorns would be twice as dangerous.

Bynum Howard

Unicorns Hold Off Wharton in Tough Finish

In Shape We aren’t Worried, the New Buanniels face the Wharton boys with a strong route to victory. Bynum’s teams are known for their grit and this year’s squad remains steady. The Unicorns stay resilient through the finish, never quitting and finishing strong.

Wharton Bynum's Feams Abi

Irony and edge mark Texas grip over Southwest foes

In a tightly contested Southwest Conference season, Texas holds a clear edge as Townsend scores a third period touchdown against ISU last Saturday, a call later nullified by an offsides penalty. The Longhorns’ defense and offense push a strong pace, with Bud McPhalin drawing attention as a standout, while Irony follows a streak of strong All America selections.

Wero Byron Townsend Texas Grent Tallback Job Smith Apples Townsend ISU Longhorns

Flipper Slippery Slippery Aqua Show Postponed at Texas

In Austin on December 4 the UT Aqua Cardinal performance was postponed as keepers failed to corral Flipper the seal. Officials drained the pool and appealed for the seal to surface after attempts by firemen and staff. Dana Bible, UT athletic director, noted postponements due to weather but this delay was unusual.

Austin University of Texas Aqua Cardinal Flipper Lvehearue Laddie Pdol Dana X. Bible University

Aqua Carnival Queen Contest Opens at University

Ten University of Oxas beauties begin nightly judging for 1950 Aqua Carnival queen title. The event, staged over four live nights under coach Hank Chap, crowns a winner Saturday. Nominees include June Tolar of San Antonio and Jo Ann Hyllin of Austin among others. tickets went on sale yesterday.

Austin Ber University of Oxas Sehiov Hank Chap Inag Aeen Junges Heaviier Polo Bills Shalmir Duerson Harlingen Kathryn Grandstad West Columbia Clare Masterson Houston Jo Ann Hyllin June Tolar San Antonio Marge Hargrove Ann Whitt Housean Nancy Cousillien Orange Janet Lee

Poland to Manage New Ottawa Club

Hugh Poland, a former major league catcher, was named manager of the Ottawa Giants, a new entry in the International Baseball League, announced from Ottawa on December 14. The veteran executive will lead the team as it joins the league this season.

Poland Ottawa Hugh Poland Yoda Ottawa Giants International Baseball League

Williams in Calif Golf Opens Montebello Tournament

Williams, a Texas native and UT alumnus entered the Montebello golf event as a professional five months ago. He aims for the national title as seasoned players like Mangrum Barber and Gajda compete, with Williams balancing his sports writing ambitions and professional tour plans.

Dunner Texas Willaims Montebello Linyd Mangrum Deloveing Chanmon Jerry Barber Burerup Bob Gajda Delynit

Pro Am Golf Winners at Beackinridge Park Event

Wilbur Smith Don Valevia Andy Obriotti and William Priff posted a 62 to win the weekly proam golf tournament at Beackinridge Park on Wednesday. The second place team of Charley Klein FE Wao Bennie Trevino and John Greenway shot 63 and third place went to Joe Jiminez Roy Hale John Bergman Sr and Dacs Terres with 64.

Wilbur Smith Don Valevia Andy Obriotti William Priff Nincendernar Beackinridge Park Charley Klein Wao Bennie Trevino John Greenway Joe Jiminez Roy Hale John Bergman Sr Dacs Terres

BAMC Sizzles in 100-64 Victory

Brooke Army Medical Center Comets defeated Texas A&I Javelinas 100 to 64 at Fort Sam Houston. Harlen Huibregtse led with 16 made free throws and 32 points aided by Hopkins, Hoskins, and Bowie scoring 20 each while Randolph AFH and Sam Houston next face in upcoming games.

Brooke Army Medical Center Comets Texas A&i College Javelinas Kingsville Ft. San Houston Harlen Huibregest Pai Bame Randolph Afh Sam Houston Tineans Hoskins Bowie Hate BAMG Hopkins Hort Newman "Rans Alet Rielle Tannen Kefen Hill Tom Scoped Sir Hyanne Vat Etl Tor BAMCG He Gees

Four Games Scheduled in So San Antonio Tourney

Eight more teams hit the court at South San Antonio High School as the 12th annual tournament moves into second-day action with matchups at 5 p.m. LaCoste vs St. Grrave's Fallow at 6 20 p.m. and Hal landale vs Floresville at 7 4 p.m. Defending champ Lanier meets South San Antonio at 5 p.m. in early action. TMI, Burbank, Central Catholic and Alamo Heights advanced to the second round on Wednesday.

South San Antonio High School South San Antonio San Antonio Tech Chiss Sal Houston LaCoste St. Grrave Hallandale Floresville Lanier TMI Burbank Central Cathelic Alamo’ Heights Edgewood Tom Payne Hi Panthers Academic League Gonzales Roy West Gene Evkols Specia Ig Gonzales Frank Rimmele Jimmy Heiser Rimmele

Tickets Left for Rose Bowl Game

Officials of the New Year’s Day Rose Bowl reported tickets remain as the classic nears a sellout. About 2000 tickets went unsold when public sales closed yesterday, signaling high demand despite lingering box office buzz.

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Ice Rockey Association Pres Py Poke Rigs Hun You

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Ice Rockey Associaira Montreal Amiga LE Cincinnate Providences Pittsburgh Afl Levis Ferse Lo Mirauber Oman Seattle Miclure

Negro Finals On at Dallas

Dallas December game summary notes the state high school football championship set for Dallas at Dav Hs stadium with Jack Yates of Houston facing Washington of Dallas at 8 p.m. The piece lists results including Corsicana 52 to 6 and Austin 26 to 6, with unresolved phrases due to damaged text.

Dallas Jack Yates Houston Washington Dav Hs Ad-Linibal Corsicana Sakie Fates Austin

Ginger Beaumont Ills In Hospital

Clarence Ginger Beaumont, 74, famed baseball great, is hospitalized in Milwaukee after two nasal hemorrhages. He is described as seriously ill and under care at Milwaukee hospital with doctors monitoring his condition.

Ginger Beaumont Milwaukee Clarence Ginger" Beaumont Milwaukee Hospital

Maryland College Drops Football at Mount St. Marys

Mount St. Marys College will abandon intercollegiate football citing uncertainty in next year’s student enrollment and manpower. President Msgr. John La Sheridan led the decision with the college council. The program recently struggled, winning 2 of 10 in 1928 and 3 of 12 the following season.

Emmitsburg Des Mount St. Mary's College Msgr John la Sheridan Jeolete Council Tae Moeunt John Law Dame

Calvert Whiskey Ad Encourages Holiday Gift Taste Test

An advertisement urges readers to compare Calvert Reserve with any whiskey as a gift option for the holidays. It touts broad appeal and urges a personal taste test to win customers to Calvert for giving and serving during the season.

Calvert Calvert Reserve

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