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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1928

Page

4

Lucky team will play Abilene

Marshall, Dec 15. Tee Pore Arthur Yellow Jackets claim the team is the luckiest in the world as they head toward a final in the state playoffs. Port Arthur and Marshall clash, with Reeves and Dierif among Marshall stars, while the Jackets seek a decisive victory to advance.

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Abilene Eagles Rally To Beat Uriah In Close Meet

Abilene Eagles built a late surge to defeat Uriah in a state high school football showdown. The home team pulled ahead in the final period, with key plays by Shelpe and left end Glehaene contributing on both offense and defense.

Adilene Tex Abilene Eagles Cleburne Gaul Shelpeser Glehaene Anus Ee Laren Biber Dee Mikehitoy Migs Mattick Sornud Payne Rivenid Ow - Krongon

Joe Rivers Draws With Ed Murdoch in El Pak

A muddled report describes a boxing bout between Joe Rivers and Ed Murdoch near El Pak. The match ends in a draw after a rugged, warlike contest with brief moments of offense from both fighters and unclear scoring.

Joe Rivers ED Murdock EL Pak Trae Dee Wriglehapayitet Tne Mart Bilis Iese Sallie Mirrdoede Outen Army of the Heat Hun Gore

Elim 1928 Bears Neared by Rowland Bid

Chicago area news notes Rowland bids for several major league players as he seeks to assemble a Nashville Southern Association team. The report references Beebe Clarence Fuwland as manager and coach and notes incomplete details about the League site and upcoming season.

Chicagy Clarence Fuwland Mini Nmerican Teacus Nashville Souhern Associstintschich Will Pital Rowland Ge Deagia Cevch Rowland Sal Tommy

Roving Fight Sparks Port Arthur Final Bid at Open Gate

A tied match advances Port Arthur toward finals as the Texas Open Gate Meet plans a revamp. Genaro retains welterweight laurels via foul route, while Rocco suffers a dramatic knockdown after Genaro lands a left hook to the body. Referee Elmer McCheland disqualifies Genaro as the bout ends with chaotic action and medical inspection.

Port Arthur Dette Tee National Boxing Commission Mesa Af Rocco Mately Hoverage Ibile Chiuwe Cenaro Genare Bin Atfilir

Lassman Denies Rumors of Mental Collapse in Hospital

New York university football captain Lassman rejected rumors of mental breakdown after a severe hit. He returned from Pittsbuega with his condition stabilizing as doctors sought to manage his injuries.

New York Gridder New York University Hay Fem Pittsbuega Ware Corley Tasman Lysaman Plang Lomit

Rattlers and Lions suffer upset in town league clash

St Marys University Janitors fall to Texas Longhorns 10 to 0 as San Marcos Trenchers beat St Marks Lions 4 to 5 in a rough Friday game. Webb Brack Camp starred for Longhorns with Lat Nianginger and Linn Bare notable for San Marcos. Scoring came from reserves after early defense and rough play at the city venue.

Sen Autoniy St. Marge University Texas University Longhores Tiest Mark's Lions San Marcos Trenchera Evlrae St. Mary's Pexas Pame Jaen St. Mark's Uap Longhorns Webb Brack Camp Lat Niainger Gene Iotterman Linn Bare San Marcns Mearhe Sahuns TWIL

Eight cueists in title play Chicago

Eight outstanding cueists prepare for the morning sessions in Chicago next week. Monday opens with Marvin Teuuilph of Chicago facing Tuberski Hehenge from Philadelphia, then Nova Shirtecnshion defends against Willie Hoppe and Lew Burke. Pasquale Natalie of Polymore meets Hugh Greenleaf.

Chicago Dee

Bobby Jones to appear in California exhibition tour

Los Angeles rumor reports Bobby Jones plans a brief California exhibition tour during the Los Angeles tournament, with a first appearance anticipated in September to defend his amateur championship. The report cites wire service chatter and mentions potential venues in California.

Los Angeles Robert Wyre Jonek California Rome Tabby

Arkansas Goalers Speed Up to Win Card City Contest

Arkansas Goalers speed up to win a dramatic contest amid a crowded scene in Mineral Wells. Key players and local dealers joined the charge as the home team surged ahead in the late minutes, securing a hard fought victory over Northeastern foes.

Arkansas

Fight results mixed across cities in chaotic boxing card

A disjointed list of boxing results from cities including Detroit New York and Toledo shows multiple bouts with winners and scores. Frankie Genre won on a foul in Detroit while several other matches ended in points or draws with unfamiliar fighter names and unclear outcomes.

Taul Billy Jaght St Paul Eurpalitel Babbs Traces Buttato Aly Sullivan St. Bunt Archie Uegions Sineshalltown Boston Heston Malocleg Andy Mitchell Dug Sivesmat Kaneke Odomd Irstaad Detroit Frankie Genre Steve Hoce Canada Trultimere Bill Williams Willie Tarzish Maltinere Toledo Eilie O'Dowd Columbur Tilly Fenny Carpentero Jimmy Trusso Dres New York Bingor Sony Canzoneri Drew Onus Gouger Toveworth San Hugallie

South American ring champ sick retirement rumor

The article reports a South American boxing champion, sick and retiring, with fragmented details on names and titles. It mentions Sey Moézicu, North American federation factors, and possible comebacks with Chilean champions. The readable text notes years of activity and several boxers but lacks clear dates or full names.

FAM Epi VFI Alex Atle Sey Moézicu Valay Afiess An Ohe Rely Bieirkeonte Veruvian Iil Garviett Mely

Frank Isabell Returns to Baseball in Western League

The article discusses Frank Isabell returning to baseball within the Western League after a period away. It notes his prior involvement, potential impact on the team, and expectations for his performance this season.

Frank Isabell

Eastern grid clash looms as teams head east

Eastern grid squad from Western Bean lines up for a charity foosball match at Som Praverses. Coaches Amy Kets of Washington Jefferson and Dick Holes of Northwenthorn, lead 26 players assembling today. Most will travel west, adopting even formations for the game amid travel weariness.

Chivagi Mieuiters Allstar Wastern Bean Som Praverses Amy Kets Washington Jefferson Nk Dick Holes Northwenthorn Inne Bondghe Bor den

Pro Golfers to Clash in Exhibition at Local Courses

Yom tally and Avchie Toestler from San Antoola Country Club and Willow Springs will face Bre Rois and the invincible team in an 18 hole exhibition match. Sammy Selneidtér and Barry Aymons lead the events at Prnckenridge qask rourtr with a first tee attack.

Yom Tally Avchie Toestler San Antoola Country Club Willlow Springs Sammy Selneidtér Aml Barry Aymons Prnckenridge Qask Rourtr

New York Hockey Teams In Front In Zone Race

New York hockey clubs lead in the mixed zonal standings as Stuckey Jongues Thr Runger and Tatrolk Cougars edge rivals. Marconi and Tex Canadiens clash in a tight interleague fray while Ottawa and Missouri rivals chase leaders.

New York York Mee Stuckey Jongues Tatrolk Cougars Marconi Tex Canadiens Ottawa Olawa

Kerrville Defeats Georgetown in Football Championship

Kerrville walloped Georgetown Eagles in a tense season finale. A large hometown crowd witnessed Kerrville's victory as they clinched the West Central conference title, defeating Georgetown in a decisive football showdown.

Engles

Night and day play for the San Fernando Owls

The fragmented item mentions the San Fernando Owls and references events, times, and names such as Anthony college and Johi's Wins. It includes scattered phrases about activities and scheduling, with unclear dates and locations due to damaged OCR text.

San Fernando

Hope of Bear Infield: Jodie Tate Joins San Antonio Bears

Jodie Tate, formerly of Dallas, will play third base for the San Antonio Bears next summer unless Harvey Bellew disrupts the plan. Tate is described as a strong fielder with bright prospects.

Jodie Tate Dallas San Antonio Bears Harvey Bellew Jodie

Colorado Strings End Ice Bowl With 13 0 Victory

Colorado Axwhes and Colorado cotleze Chooke faced a brutal Middle West clash halted by weather and field damage as unreal ice and cake like snow covered the turf. Tigers battled through slush to secure a 13 to 0 win amid protests over field paint and greasy equipment.

Colorado Middle West Colorado Cotleze Lorena Ehevons Plere Foyshall Tome

California Has 50 Reedy Vor Tech Reveals Plans

garbled report references California plans and a team effort with mentions of Terling Goplen Tornado and Califor In Thytyne Mowl Deaths next week. NGM indications suggest a west coast project, strength over Trixtengliat, and a delay in revealing details.

California Reedy Vor Haradena Fal Dee Georgie Terling Goplen Califor Faye Aen Cavitarnin Hal Alesarfer

Triangles Divide Cage Double Bill

Triangles defeat Bayonne high school 60 to 39 as Triangles beat Bayonne in a basketball double bill. The article lists player names and positions, including Gainmann Right Forward, Collip Left Forward, Birbsel Center, and Gallawagy Guard, with scores and lineups.

Tatte Birbsel Gallawagy Mletarthoy Porter Io Leck Tighe Ghined Wihittock Ricbnyo Ganwrence Bayorm Iitamen

Three S. A. Boys Get Letters at St. Ed's

An article notes several S. A. football players earning letters at St. Ed's, listing many players by name and position with hometowns including Galveston and San Antonio, along with remarks on team honors and committee members.

S. A ST. Ed's

Del Rio Robstown Clash in Making Tobhtown

Del Rio Robstown clash unfolds amid chaotic prep as Rabxtown Typehonty presses on. The piece outlines deposition, police action, and a sequence of names and actions tied to the event, including references to Tobhtown and related figures.

del Rio-Robstown Tobhtown Thor Taypehonty

Prexy Found and Plans Made for Gulf Week Golf Event

The Vern eyen golf tournament is planned by a new executive board led by John Iveson and Trek White. A Gulf Week Open proposal aims to draw major sponsorships and ensure prize money of 8500 with $7000 of proceeds to cover expenses. Police supervision and city permission are set for day events April 29, 20, 26 and 27 with a one dollar gate fee.

Fay Ue Linn Lee Tved de Doborton Camieree Origus Bill Furlong Tiny & Iery Tome Xmvil Willan — Deli Nwgaciation Fice Hime Mayer Feos Dent Johnelon Tyirns Dee Necting Plaan Fonia Gulf Borns Dre Hum Ardoute Johnston Waa de Moling Jack White Rolf Ivnaton Axas Antonio

Basketball Results From Texay and Nearby Games

A scrambled sports roundup reports multiple basketball scores including Texay city results and matches against state teams. Key figures listed include Marcos Metwats and Antoniniy Iraquey with scores around 28 and 24 points. Other teams like Ohio State and Manchester appear with varied totals, reflecting a busy regional schedule.

Texay Marcos Metwats Niet Ban Antoniniy Iraquey Arhucs Kbl Wetsiingh Oia Terinsylyvati Geen Teachiera

Loughran heavyweight title clash sparks state boxing debate

A chaotic opinion piece argues for recognizing Thomas Loughran as light heavyweight world champion while urging the Pennsylvania and New York boxing commissions to award him the title. It criticizes commissions for delaying recognition and urges an independent tourney to honor Loughran amid calls for broader acknowledgment of his status.

New York For Writers of Philadelphia Uyeet Phantom of Shil Longtivan Wis Keewhi Los Angeles Planey al Hercitory Lita New York Commission Nd Inc Henney Evian Doumarlvavin Commission Uhouis Loughan Sail Nike Lok Tae Iit Ubon Loughran Neslyana Hohe Ueke Mystok Weiner Chiuteman Pennsylvania Commission Sparte Weitera Thomas Loughran Dennsylvan Boxing Commission Kte George Dalfrey Noma Monns Tat Mis Belier

Maroons to face Tigers Sunday in Welock game

Maroons will play the Tigers Sunday afternoon at Welock Binday. Kendrick leads Buggy and Wucl with Mie Pigrey also set to appear in the matchup.

Maroons Tigers Tuniouke Geld Maroons Gollian Gardean ‘Tigers Welock Binday Afternuen Tenwirk Kendrick Buggy Wuclweil Mie Pigrey

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