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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1930

Page

23

Boxing Rumors Fuel Talk Of Dempsey Sharkey Bout

A turbulent 1920s boxing beat reports that Jack Dempsey may fight Jack Sharkey with New York as a major focus and Chicago offering an alternative title bout. The piece notes commission orders, potential purses, and uncertain plans as promoters seek to revive public interest and keep the heavyweight title scene active through winter.

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Bobby Jones to Go on Air Weekly

In Atlantic City a new radio project features Bobby Jones anchoring a 15 minute weekly talk show blending entertainment and instruction. Jones plans a nationwide hookup every Wednesday and may host a Hollywood linked series of entertainment features with a pharmaceutical sponsor.

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Worth's Track Meet Set for Western Field Event

Incomplete OCR text. Key facts unclear. mentions a track meet organized by a recreation department official, aiming at a western field event. No verifiable names, dates, or locations clearly present.

Byam Reagan

Gifford Cochran's Horses to Be Sold at Auction

The racing stable of Jute Dif Fort Cochran will auction at Tiptoat Park early in June. Among the horses in training going on the block is Mine Out of Barry Warder, who beat Jamestown once this season. Other entries to be sold include The Neasal Flying Heels and Lely Gains.

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Unclear hockey results blur across chaotic report

A mangled OCR hockey scene reports on lines and players in disjoint phrases. It mentions Canadiens and Maroons, Quakers, and various teams with scattered scores and events, but the text is largely unintelligible and cannot be reconstructed into a clear summary.

Marriage of Mera Teraw and At Pauerle Kept Private

The marriage of Mera Teraw of Pittshure and At Pauerle of Pittshure was held in Wooking ville Kentucky according to a local notice. The ceremony tied the couple in matrimony and was announced in community records.

Whos Puptshetcen Pittshurch Pauerle Pittshure Wookingville Kenrncky

Hindu light heavyweight on Friday mat program

Promoter Talyh Biamiuids ytro introduces Hindu light heavyweight Singh to San Antonio Friday night at Beethoven hall. Singh, from India, is billed for action with rumors of mysterious tactics and strong ring psychology. Roy and Bernardi anchor the undercard in a card promising rough, action packed bouts.

Beethoven Boll Ridar Thnun Bannate Singh Saya Viaimoouda Singh New York San Antonio Trummonds Hammonde Rob Toy Amarillo Jimmy Warnera Techyyen Hall Nothvine Harves jMineen Ehner Curtis Rake Lake City Toni Bernardi Bernardi Guthelesm Bernard Guthrie Bernords Guthrip Anoin Reliseen Fance Idaho Finn Wexlin

Cougar Coach Clashes Over Practice Report Notes

An unsigned, OCR like excerpt describes Washington Shiites Campas and a football squad, detailing drills and a coach’s views on offensive play. It references a practice session, a defensive focus, and notes about a forthcoming game. Names and places are partially garbled, but the piece centers on team preparation and personnel conversations.

Chiro Hawes Versus Athletics In City Grid Clash

Readable fragments recount a football rivalry between Chiro Hawes and the Athletics with mentions of players such as Beggs Smith Moore Jackson and Forrester. Officials listed include referees, umpires, and line judges from Trinity, with incomplete lines on teams, positions, and game specifics.

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Western Leaguers Back Draft Plan Amid League Talks

A St Joseph Missouri report notes Western League executives discuss a major league draft proposal. The piece signals business backing and potential league consolidation before a formal decision.

St. Joseph Western Jaigne Seandeston Missouri Ieagues

New Golf Balls Spark Debate on Play and Performance

Fragmented notes discuss the impact of a lighter larger golf ball on play, noting how players test the new official ball and compare it to prior equipment. The writer reflects on visibility, distance, and accuracy, mentioning tester experiences and the potential market effect.

Sven Svere Tess Goin

Kansas Cager Hurls Charge in Sooner Probe

A Kansas basketball player accuses Oklahoma coach Lon McDermott of attempting to induce his enrollment at Oklahoma. The case centers on alleged offers to relocate the player and his brother, plus a possible inducement to switch plans to attend the University of Kansas. University officials seek clarity on eligibility amid Big Six rules and recent non-conference play.

Lawrence Kin Dee. Jawis Hush Meldremott Varsity of Kansas Tolay Werr Johnson MeDermote MeDermott Oklahoma City McNormott Federa | Lion Kansas Kenneth William Oklahoma George GC. Shand Wniversity Dolinson Ean Shas Ean Shas Sai Unt Brothera William Johnson Donn Shoal Mission aEair

Lopez Battles Charley Shaw In Topliner Bout

Lopez faces Charley Shaw in a top headline matchup at Beethoven arena on Tuesday night for a pre Christmas fifth south event. Shaw showed speed and power last week prompting Lopes to sign the exchange, with the bout set at 184 pounds as fans expect a decisive clash.

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Loins Seek Early Sunday Basketball Game

The Loins aim for an early Sunday contest after a second season win. They seek opponents such as De Molays St Dav San Antonio Business College or any other team, with contact through Dan Devina at Tragin. 2059 evenings. Team includes captain George Gabriel and a lineup featuring Caberel Tevry Mexcoberg Lee Rinenod Walnut and Fespiman J. Ralnes Greenbalrg.

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Campbell's Speed Tests In Utah

In a fragmented report from Lonon Rec 23 Captain Mattenkin Coxybell eyes a final dash for a world speed record. Captain Campbell plans a trial at Daytona Beach in 102 percent and may move on to Utah. The Utah coast offers fresh exposure for potential record runs despite unclear details.

Lonon Sath Vtoleity Matenkin Coxybell Campbell Daytona Beach Utah Utal

Six Round Skirmish Highlights Local Boxing Action

In a recent ring clash six ton weight class contenders faced off as Mike Kissel and Alon 10 Kid fowurl battled toward a decisive finish. Howard and Martin MRuca clashed in the co main event while Sid George and Willie OF anchored the undercard in a four round display. The matchups produced a mix of caution and bursts of power as promoters eyed future bouts.

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Gridiron Stars Train For East West Charity Game

San Francisco December 24. Football players from Calgate and Northwestern practiced at Stanford under Kerr. The East West charity game near Saturday was filled with new backfield combinations as Macdons of Calgate aimed to start at fullback. Northastern backs and Western players joined signal drills and passing plays under coaches Dana X. Bible and Veroy Gorey.

San Francisco Bente West Henes Eaxtera Andy Terr Calgate Dick Haveley Northwestern Stanford University Kerr Warner Macdons Furtee Northastern Bellbacks Berkeley Dana X. Dible Nebraska Veroy Gorey San Frangio Olympic

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