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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1930

Page

17

Charity Game Nets 3700 for San Antonio's needy

A charity event between Main Avenue and Brackenridge last Saturday raised about 3700 dollars. Principal T. Guy Surers of North Side School announced Tuesday that receipts nearing 4087 dollars have been counted, with more tickets to be tallied. Every cent will go to Associated Charities to aid San Antonio's poor and unemployed, aided by student sales at 25 cents each. Thanksgiving day student admission was 60 cents.

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English colleges lag in athletic programs, report says

A Crimson committee report on athletic regulation compares English colleges with American and notes English teams field large numbers of fixtures across multiple sports. It cites Oxford and Cambridge rivalries, long seasons, and extensive schedules for cricket rugby football and swimming, contrasting with American practices. The Weld at London letter highlights the breadth of British college sports, including many contests from May to July.

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Unemployment Benefit From Benefit Football Games

In New York on December 16 the unemployment fund has earned about 330,000 from four charity football games. Negotiations aim for a fifth event to raise the total further. The Knights of Columbus New York chapter and the American Legion join with the mayor’s relief committee in a tentative plan featuring Northern college teams and players from the Heath Hers. Weather and sponsorship uncertainties cloud the schedule.

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Meyer Leads City Checker Tourney

Meyer leads the city checker tournament with Ay and Ghazies A. Bradley as contenders. Bradley is listed as city and state champion with D. K. Jones placing third. elimination cuts apply below 30 percent.

Meyer D. Hi Ory Checkoe M.G. Ay Ghazies A. Bradley City Ani Accond K. Jones D. H. Meyes Ber Pent Charles Reales Ty. Daniels Ental TL Abe Copuage H. T. Kornrum MU. T. Kellam G. Brown At. L. Keely O.A. Schell OS. Cline G Armstrong

Peewee golf project opens at San Marcos campus

A new miniature golf course is underway at San Marcos with student women choosing to participate as part of physical education requirements. The effort aims to provide hands on athletic activity on campus, reflecting early 20th century youth sports enthusiasm.

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Montana and Fox Sign Up For Big Boxing Fight

Promoter Ralph Ommondathley announced that Bull Montana the movie star and wrestler has signed to meet Cyclone Fox the Dallas fireman in a proposed Len rounds bout. Both fighters began training plans as articles were signed Monday. Montana predicts a knockout before the eighth round citing eight years working with Jack Dempeer. The Paramount Athletic Club features the fight with Hammonds on the undercard. Potential challengers and other names are mentioned in connection with the event as plans develop.

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Squadron 58 and Randolph Winners

The article reports Squadron 58 beat Randolph 58 to claim a semifinal win in a league game. It lists player scores for both sides, noting top scorers and lineups, and mentions upcoming boats and cars as prospects following the event.

Squmison Randolph Fielt Asmy M. G. A. Hasheebdall Hell Sjusdeou Urummet Fete West Stuadron Mizel

Bauer Loses to Rob Roy in Wrestling Show

In Amarillo promoter Jimmy Varacra’s Monday night card, German veteran Bauer fell to Rob Roy. The match opened with a 22 minute first fall, followed by a nine minute second fall with a toehold. Jan Martic defeated Spe Franks in nine minutes with a Japanese crabhold. Referee Lililie Kettler oversaw the bout.

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Bowling Tournament for Boys Opens City Recreation Plan

The city recreation department opens a bowling tournament for boys this week. Organizer Wie Schultz urges participation across Uptown alleys and near the Merreicksburg area, with entry supported by the city hall program.

Recreation. de Aaciinett Wie Schultz Elintye Boyn Mreeericksburg Rand

Cougar Fans Prompt Coaches to Alter Bowl Plan

Cougar squads heed fan pleas as Washington State outlines changes for the approach to the Rose Bowl. Coach Grin B. Hellingbers plans to take Nis Washington State College football team to California two days earlier, with travel from Portland January 22 and arrival December 24. Two teams will be selected to practice and prepare against Crimson Tide tricks.

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Youngster Directs Alabama's Attack

A young sophomore leads Alabama's attack in a New Year’s Day game against California. The rookie quarterback shows promise, with praised punter and a mix of plays as Alabama fields a bold lineup. Highlights include new backs, ends, and a tight end rotation as the team prepares for the holiday showdown at Grand Canyon.

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Bromley to Meet Hewitt On Charity Wrestling Card

Wrestlers announced for the Army West charity mat program include Wintey Hewitt and Len Bromley with a semi final featuring Red Lerns Beamannt dock walloper facing Winn Tallin. Three more matches will fill the bill for Associated Charities fundraising in San Avilasig.

Army West Pharedas Wieght Trompler Bublie Vogt Wintey" Hewitt Len Bromley Jictijue Red Lerns Beamannt Dock Walloper Winn Tallin

Athletics Win Independent Honors Title Event

The San Antonio Indians public report shows a decisive independent title win in football. Shilae forennon and Concencion wark led scoring plays, with Rincan securing a touchdown and Johnson contributing the extra point. Buck Rinsenarrigs and Emblia Mone added key points as Kinsel rallied late with a pivotal pass and advance.

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Junior Senior Team Meets Rattler Sophs

The junior and senior squads are scheduled to play the Rattler sophomores next Thursday afternoon. Mt Mary’s stadium will host the matchup with Canthalleine fans in attendance to cheer on Captain Dikeg and the raph omoren.

Rattler Sophs Denon Saphs Nibetor Alocide Mt. Mary's Anireraite Raphomoren

Army elevens drill for pass in November gridiron clash

Army Eighth Corps units like the Kelly Piel Fliers and the Tweens Third Infantry at Fort Nain Houston drill intensely on Tuesday afternoon. Mechanics, driving tactics, and defensive drills are sharpened as teams prepare for a decisive finals run amid reports of strong pass plays and anticipated opposition.

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Stribling Griffith title decision sparks U S plan turmoil

Unirosaal Service Chicago reports Gen. Foun Cathay, head of a national boxing federation, announced Griffith as featherweight champion over Stribling. An ensuing reversal after three days led to calls to consult U S boxing officials and possible Schmeling title contingencies in a contested world championship scenario.

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