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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1929

Page

11

San Antonio hosts major junior chamber tennis tournament

The San Antonio Country Club welcomes top players including Dyeg, Witmer Allison, Berkeley Eli, Truce Barnes, and Japanese star Tamio Abe for a February 20 start. The week long event, touted as the fastest San Antonio tennis week, features international contenders and strong local rivals.

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Army Team Arrives for Stanford Practice in Palo Alto

Army cadets land near Sunday to begin practice ahead of the Stanford game. Majors Morgan L Drett and Jats J Alves greet the visitors, with Alfred Masters from Stanford. Bands from nearby infantry and coast artillery will attend. Dormitory space is prepared at Stanford stadium for West Pointers and a football-travel schedule is planned.

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Demspe and Sharkey Dominate Heavyweight Talk

By Davis J Walsh New York December 13 1920s era boxed banter centers on Jack Dempsey and his status as the era's leading heavyweight. Dempsey predicts no comeback yet hints he could fight if a promoter offered big money while Sharkey is described as the division’s standout, though Walsh notes mixed opinions about Sharkey and the wider field.

Davis J. Walsh International News New York Tean Jack John Rhigs Pear Jol Bay Tve Shether Thera Scott-Von Porat Arcey Sharkey Joho

2000 Refused Grid Tickets Show USC Tournament Demand

Tickets for the Tournament of Roses game at Pasadena were all allocated by 2k applications, with USC under coach Arnold Exido facing Pittsburgh and the VU. A record New Year crowd of 88,000 watched Georgia Tech defeat California 8 to 0, while the prior year saw 64,000 at the Tie Title game between Alabama and Stanford.

Los Angeles Arnold Exido University of Houthern California Todas Pacadena Calif Pittsburgh C. Trojans Georgia Tech Golden Beara Alabama Stanford

Morgan Ready for Bass Bout in Madison Square Garden

Tod Morgan, junior lightweight champion, has completed training for the defense against Beony Gana of Philadelphia in Friday night’s bout at Madison Square Garden. Carden, Bans, training in Philadelphia, was expected to arrive for light work today.

Youk Todd Morgan Maday Beony Gana Philadel DNA Stadison Square Carden Bans Philadelahia

Army Football Team Departs on Westward Icy Train Journey

The Army football squad of 140, en route on the West Point to Palo Alto voyage, leaves for Galeburg via the West Dalnt Special. Cadets gain brief departure approval. Gatesburg arrival expected at 3 pm with Mayor Mack and local officials welcoming the party before practice at Knox Field.

West Point N. Y. der Eidiron Warriors Military Academs Galeburg Palo Alto Calif Stanford Maj Gra. W. 2 Smith Boo Gatesburg Max 3. Mack Cha Commerce Galenpurge Albert Britt Tinox George Daria Somnae Knox Field

Fight results from various venues featuring outpoints and knockdowns

In scattered results from New York Cincinnati San Francisco Oakland and more fighters earned decisions or notable shots. Names include Dominic Petrone Leonaresfoue Law Arag Jersey City Hapland Caragliano Vincent Lambright Jimmy Ketchell Wesley Ketchell Jock Malone and others with multiple 10 round defeats or wins.

Pres New Ravana Chocolate Cuba Dominic Petrone New York Herne Deos Belgium Hahe McCorgary Oklahoma Jose Us Ints Pein Leonaresfoue Law Cincinnati Billy Rose Vincent Lambright San Francisco Fabla Doug Hovolele Jimmy Ketchell Seattle Oakland Wesley Ketchell Salt Lake City Jock Malone St. Paul

Sisler to Coach Braves as player retires from active list

Boston December reports that George Sisler, a leading first baseman, will retire from the active list next year and move into coaching with occasional pinch hitting. Till McKechnie, new Boston Braves manager, will announce the final decision. Johnny Neug, a newcomer who farmed with Detroit, is expected to get the opening assignment if he can remain on the roster.

Boston George Siler Eare Reti Till McKechnie Boston Braves Johnny Neug Pewcomer Farmers Jp Detroit

Penner, Moss Deal Ties Cubs to Moss Acquisition

Chicago reports Kenneth Penner, right handed pitcher, ordered to report to the American Association as part of the transaction for pitcher Malcolm Moss, who was recently wed to the Cubs. The move consolidates the Cubs' roster changes in a notable winter deal.

Penner Malcolm Moss Chicago Cubs Kenneth Penner American Association Titcher Malcolm Moss

Douglass High Season Highlighted by Strong Team Play

Douglass High in San Antonio reports an exceptional foothill season with standout performances. Donglsen Jost stands out as the sole repeat scorer, delivering key contributions amid a broad team effort.

Douglass High Douglass Negro San Antonio

Razorbacks Face Oklahoma Teachers in Tight Finale

Razorbacks finish season in Fayville Arkansas. Oklahoma Teachers visit for a anticipated hard fought game. Local press notes a tight contest likely with strong defensive effort from both teams. No final score available in readable text.

Grid Banquet To Honor San Antonio Rattlers

Several hundred football followers will gather at the Gunter hotel at 7 o'clock Thursday night to help St Mary's Rattlers celebrate the greatest football record on any university team in San Antonio. An entertainment program is planned with Hunny Chieving in charge, Bald mothalty and Jetters featured, regulars of the Waf fler team to perform, and a high class “teed” to be served.

Gunter Hotel St Mary's San Antonio Hunny Chieving Jetters

Clark Wins $350 Prize at San Gabriel Golf Event

Clarence Cink of Tulsa earned the $39 final prize in the San Gabriel professional amateur golf tournament. Clark led the amateur portion with Nick Melnery of San Bernardino, posting 63 on 18 holes Tuesday, one stroke ahead of seven tied for second. Professionals shared $12.86 among those who finished behind the leaders.

San Gabriel Calif. de Clarence Cink Tulsa Oba Clark Nick Melnery San Bernamino Pace Hell Berres

Osburn Named Captain of M'Murray's Indians at Abilene

Selrr Bon announces Osburn selected to captain the McMurrey Indians football squad in Abilene Texas Det 19. Osburn, a former Abilene High School captain, will lead the line as the 1930 season progresses with other lettermen to follow.

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Southwest Begins to Appreciate Schmidt in Texas State Sports

Gayle Talbot Jr. profiles Francis Schmidt as a rising legend in Southwest conference sports after his arrival at Texas Christian University. The piece notes his engaging character, motivational speeches to the Horned Frogs before games against Texas A&M, and his defense of referee Pete Cavathon. It also highlights Carrie Melteray as a leading Dallas area athlete, mentioning her national titles and basketball and softball achievements.

Gayle Talbot JR Arkansas University Francis Schmidt Tittle Texas Christian University Tye Atate'n Omatanding Nltrou Carrie Meleray Unitas Sunoco Tregovant-Cochran and Shepps Aces She Ia Stgtere Ionmonth Dallas City

Lettermen at Heights HI Named for 7 Lettermen- at Heights HI

Seven lettermen at Alamo sights high school football season were awarded letters by coach Tetlind Wilking. Captains-elect Peny and Johnson, with Howse, Dickson, Hughes, Sharpton, Williams, Walker and others earned varsity letters while reserve letters went to Childers and Clarke.

Serenienn Alamo “Sights High School Tetlind Wilking Vehch Howse Peny Johnson Dickson Cage Hughes Sharpton Williams Biekou Hampson Myers Goliwort Walker Smith Ford Blum Miller Childers Clarke Gobmers Peay Bickenroht

Loyola of Chicago Starts Team South in New Orleans

Twenty members of the Loyola University football squad under Coach Dan Tamont headed to New Orleans for a Christmas fond event against Loyola of the South. The trip includes a chance to showcase players and potential conference alignments amid rumors of a new Western conference formed at a meeting in Sweetwater with Texas Tech and others.

Chicago Wec Loyola University Dan Tamont New Orleans Ramblers Loyola of South Ela Leame Ao Amarilla Lubbock Abieue Plaquo Weal Texta Sweetwater Kexas Tech Simmons Texan Ft Mines Howard Payne

Greenleaf and Rudolph in playoff for world billiards title

Devroue reports a playoff match between Greenleaf and Rudolph for the world pocket billiards championship. Greenleaf won 325 to 7H in 10 innings, with Rudolph making several runs and Greenleaf maintaining lead despite late threats. Tabershi placed third after defeating Ladr, Natalie tied for fourth, with overall standings listed for the Detroit afternoon games.

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Abilene High names four letter recipients in football squad

Four of Abilene High School’s fourteen football lettermen will return next season. Captain Kenneth Trentley leads a group including Ro Comer Burton, Wilson Groseclose, and backs Nevis and Ferg, with several linemen and centers to join.

Abilent Towns Abiene Mumber Abilene High Ticht Kenneth Trentley Ro Comer Burton Wigs Taker Wilson Groseclose Nevis DL A Weyland Arnesp Marte Will Edwin Renth Wooken Anakeehapka Nyse Aten Clinton Murphe Clinton Williamenn F. G. Johnsen Totter Vineles Orexeon Ren Toster Dabsen Grose Plare

Kaufman Waived by Giants to Cardinals in Major Move

Former pitcher and outfielder Kaufmann was sent from the New York Giants to the St Louis Cardinals via trade. He is expected to be assigned to the Rochester club in the International League, where he previously played as an outfielder.

Open play by Open at San Antonio Richmond Va

A fragmented golf instruction note discusses hitting a low flying ball, stance weight on the left leg, and clubface timing to avoid slicing. It mentions Open events like Westchester and Springs Open and references ensuring proper impact to control ball direction.

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Sacred Heart Aces Defeat CCC Juniors in Thrilling Finish

Sacred Heart Aces edge CCC Juniors in a tight game with a late surge securing the victory. Top player of the evening earned top honors as the Aces maintained lead against the challengers.

Sacred Heart Aces C.C.C Topaz Sacred Heart

Western squad misses three players for New Year’s game

San Francisco December 18 with 22 men listed for the Western car in the New Year’s Day clash, the Westerners plan to begin intensive sessions by week’s end. Lillooe, Oregon State, and Oklahoma end players are detained by exams, while Kerr of Colgate and Havjes of Northwestern were to join today. Maj. John J. Griffith, football commissioner, is among 12 in the tally.

Fasterneam Andy, Kerr Colgate Dick Havjes Northwestern Prine Horn Vatly John J Griffith

Relay Swim Record Falls BeforeCAA

Chicago athletic association swim team set a new world mark in the 160 yard relay with a time of 1 minute 14 seconds exactly. They defeated Northeastern University to take the record, surpassing the former best by two fifths of a second. Team member Tirsant, formerly of Dartmouth, helped set the pace.

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