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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1932
Page
4
Brundage Laments Didrikson Controversy Over Amateur Rules
Avery Brundage, AAU president, criticizes the Didrikson controversy as the rules drift and ambiguities fuel charges of professionalism. He notes past endorsements and publicity maneuvers, argues the issue stems from vague definitions, and questions the athlete's motives while predicting intensified publicity and possible film work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Dunelfy
Chicago
Avery Brundage
Amateur Athletic Man
Mildred Habe Didrikson
Didrikaon
Brundsge
Bolt
Didrikson
Abe Belones
Misflas
Texas
Cermilk
Armen
Liss Duriksom
Et Louis
St. Louie
Rangers Pro Game Set in Dallas for Charity
Announcement by Dallas Rangers coach Mick Dobys and manager George Scheppa confirms a charity football game against the Portsmouth Spartans at Fair Park Stadium in Dallas scheduled for Monday January 2. Proceeds will support charitable causes as stated by Scheppa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Mick Dobys
Dallas Rangers
Portamouth Spartans
George Scheppa
Fair Park Stadium
Dalas
Schepps
Amateurs Enter Doherty Trophy Race From Daytona
Twenty two amateur pilots have entered the Henry L. Doherty trophy race departing Daytona early next month. The air cruise starts January 3 with participants from Hicksville to Washington Richmond Kronville and Daytona Beach. The Daytona leg will be the last lap with a $1000 cash prize and the trophy at stake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Henry L. Doherty
Daytona
Miam
Hicksville
Washington
Fithmond
Kronville
Daytona Beach
Kentucky Derby Day Set for Saturday May 6
Kentucky Derby day has been set for Saturday May 6 subject to approval of the Kentucky Racing Commission. Teadale was axed by Col Matt B Wren executive director of the Associations Turf organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Duc
Kentucky Racing Com
Teadale
Matt B. Wren
Glastonbury Thorn legends and Saint Joseph of Arimathea tale
A fragmented recap blends the Glastonbury Thorn myth with St. Joseph of Arimathea, noting January 5 blossoming, calendar reform effects, and public interest at Glastonbury Abbey. It also references Arthur Newton’s running records in Canada and a brief piece on solar time versus mean solar time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glastonbury
England
St. Joseph of Arithmea
Great Britain
Wyrral Hill
Bierman Meets Pinckett in Nostalgic Tulane Memory
In Minneapolis on December 4 a3 Ik) Billy Bierman finally meets Ernie Pinckett, the USC all American halfback who spoiled Tulane’s Rose Bowl day. The 1841 Tulane mascot recalls the 193? game when Pinckett’s plays led USC to triumph as Bierman and Red Dawson reminisce with Minnesota figures about football’s past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolio
Duc
Billy Bierman Nas
Tulane
Bernie Bierman
Billy
Ernie Pinckett
University of Southern California
Ernie
Lo Bierman
Minnesota Enich
Pana Bierman
Ute
Willy
Pagal
Pela
Don
Bily
Bierman
Hawlara Jones
Lowell
Red
Campbell to Start for America Jan 25
Sir Malcolm Campbell, holder of the world speed record, will leave Breland for Daytona Beach on January 25 to attempt to exceed his 343 miles per hour mark. Manager William F. Wurm announced he will bring the Blue Bird speedster for the new run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
America
Daytona Beach
Fin
Malcolm Campbell
Breland
Wiliam FF
Wurm
Iniay
East West charity game prep opens in San Francisco
The East squad trained at Stanford with Andy Kerr and Tick Hanley directing, while the West camped at California under Datta X. Bible and Orin Hollingberg. Early workouts featured Michigan star Harry Newman and Purdue end Pay Moss as the ball handling group lined up with Manders, Rentner, Horstman and others in various backfield sets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Nec
San Francisco Bay
Andy Kerr
Colgate
Tick Hanley
Northwestern
Stanford University
University of California
Datta X. Bible
Nebraska
Orin Hollingberg
Washington State
Harry Newman
Michigan
Pay Moss
Purdue
Newman
Manders
Minnesota
Rentner
Horstman
Relnlbach
California
Brovelli
St. Mary's
Blafford
Texas
Christensen
Uta
Mission Basketball Schedule Revised with Bixiy squads included
Mission Basket Ball league unveils a revised schedule after a reorganization meeting led by president Paul Helmcamp. The document lists teams and units such as Prospect Hill Methodists, Seventy-First Brigade, Sixiy-Seventh Squadron, Fifteenth Field Artillery, and Alamo Heights Firemen, with dates spanning January through February and notes on venue pairings and league slots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mission
Mission Basket Ball League
Paul Helmcamp
Alpe
Lilehinit
Aubin olghIn
Haventy
Rattan Winner in Feature Mat Bout at Local Hall
Bilent Ratlan defeated Ernie Arthur in the main event while Bob Montgomery drew with Tony Catalin and Frank Wolf defeated Silent Conde. The night featured fast action, flying head scissors, and a lively crowd as wrestling veterans showcased in a Charles Wright promoted show at Beethoven hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bilent Ratlan
Ernie Arthur
Bob Montgomery
Tony Ontatini
Frank Wolf
Silent Condeil
Doc’ Shaw
Bilent” Ratan
San Antonio
Tans
Ertie Arthur
Canadien Athletic Commission
Charley Wright
Arthur
Rattan
Dizsy
Ratian
Tina
Tony Cataini
Muscolini
Bo Montgomery
Tony
Montgomery
Catalin
Frank Wolff
Silent Olson
Wolff
Hal Scott
Scotty
Ted
Svorrles
Thrac Dveyg
Paul McSiveen
Mike Nolte
Beethoven Hall
Carley
Carl Geyer
Sonny Blevins
Dr. Jewell
Eddie Sperring
Uming
Stables at Miami track prepare for winter racing season
More than 1400 thoroughbreds are expected for the winter season at the Miami track opening January 18 and closing March 11. Stall space for 1088 horses is already reserved, with reduced prices and admission set at 1 dollar for the grandstand and 0.94 dollars for clubhouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miami
Fla
Hisleah
S.M.U. Returns to Work After Christmas Break
S M U Mustangs resume practice in Dallas Monday after a Christmas disbandment. They prepare for Texas School of Mines game in El Paso January 2, with a conference meeting noted in Tucson for January 4. The conference includes Texas A&M, the Aggies, and Hardin-Simmons University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.M.U
Dallas
Southern
Mustangs
Dalas
Texas School of Minesitt
Fl Paso
Tucson
Arg
C. Zanor Lesher
Gorder Biates
Wiil
Eld
Pisgetail
Texas
Artuana
Hew Mazicg Aggies
Hew Manne Wiiversity
Fight Results Report Draft
A garbled boxing result sketch lists several fighters with unclear spellings and outcomes. The fragment notes a knockout by MUEH against an opponent, with scattered names including Juknte Robers and Huw Inton, and a final line implying a 33 or 42 score or count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
Wildard Brown
Mynwee
Bily Hake
Cinclen Oath
Dittyburgh
Prayiste Guoabe
Pils Mueh
Juknte Robers
Huw Inton
Zivle
Pis
Sarah
Conzam
Gane
Gilbert defies threats at Jefferson Park in New Orleans
Johnny Gilbert the year's leading jockey faced a death threat by mail from Jamaica New York signed The New York and Brooklyn Guo Gang. He won the first and third races at Jefferson Park then walked the track. Postal inspectors investigate the letter as a possible joke or crank. Gilbert increased his season win total to 203 as Hank Mills remained at 194.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Johnny Gilbert
Jefferson Park
Jamaica
N. Y
New York
New York and Brooklyn
Guo Gang
Jefferton Park
Gilbert
Jack Blewer
Donato
Tooring
Hank Mills
Ice Hockey Moves Stir Midwest League and Transfers Near
The story reports on added teams and potential reorganizations in the American Hockey League style, noting Wichita and Kansas City involvement. It mentions proposed player transfers, coaching changes, and league-wide realignments including international and Canadian connections. Harold Halderson and Garnett Campbell are named as notable figures under discussion for coaching and playing roles. Dates are implied through season timing, with reference to January activations and posturing for upcoming schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kankab City
Dee
APL
Wichita
Kanyam
Americth Mockey League
Willem
Grank Ptaaldent Af Ther
Duep
Giere
Wieniin
Orks ‘Deoome
Elreui
F API
Larcely
Piayern Weno
Kavoan Cust
Louis
Pvt
Dyiaih Urganigilione
Assiager
Tekgne
Aalvér
Wishlia
Harold
Allm
Halderaon
Ballyhoo in Sports of 1932 Review
New York observers tally ten sport trends shaping 1932, noting cheaper tickets and economy, stricter rules for football and basketball, de-emphasis of college football, growing minor league baseball and golf, more boxing and wrestling interest, and increased female athletics participation. Major figures like John H. Fan are cited as demanding value and quality amid changing times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Der
John H. Fan
Expers
Bechher
Dempsey Clear to Promote Fight in New York
New York December 24. Secretary of the state athletic commission Brat Stand said Dempsey is eligible to promote boxing in New York and only needs to apply for a license, post a bond, and follow the rules. He added New York would support any bout that increases revenue and no political obstacles would block a Dempsey Baer showdown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jack Dempsey
Brrt
State Athletic Commission
Dempsey
Stand
Ruth Found to Be in Good Condition
Ruth McGovern’s gymnastic routine shows him in good shape for another home run season. Weighed 228 pounds, near last winter’s level but below prior peak marks, his 1925 258 and 1928 241 pound figures cited. Edward P. Jones, 38, has played the organ at First Lutheran Church in Colorado Springs for 28 years, missing one Sunday due to a church convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ruth
Are -McGovern
Gymenastium
Stich
Benner
Colorado Springs
INS
Edward P. Jones
Lutheren
Yash
Rickomand
Tnd
Maddison Bell Proposes Two New Grid-Iron Rules
Texas A&M coach Maddison Bell urges two football rule changes to boost spectator interest. One requires jersey numbers on both front and back. the other allows an offensive down option when five yards from the goal line. Bell argues dual numbering aids identification and speeds play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Station
Texas
Madison Bell
Texas Aggies
Bell
Im Hua
En Radio Annemnelet
Ut Agretator
Beara
Aggies
Tule
Conch Bell
Cosch Ray Morrison
Squinen Retheat Univerally
Somerville Canada's 1932 Hero
Somerville is named Canada’s 1932 hero in a Toronto dispatch citing a nationwide poll. Somerville reportedly became the first Canadian to win the United States amateur golf championship, with sports editors and writers naming him the top Canadian athlete of the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Unt
Reeve Sandy
Somerville
United ‘States
Galt Rhampionshhy
Daminiott
Sommerville
United States
Jimmy McLarnin
Vancouver
Alex Wilson
Hamilton
Distand Renner
Dunces McNaughton
Howth Morems
Conacher
Wil Ham
Torchy
Peden
Freoble Battagiii
Mid-Leweight
Horace
Lefty
Gwynne
Bobby Pearce
Frank Turville
Hamilton , Tigers
Caras Takes Second Place In Pocket Billiards Meet
In New York on December 4 22 year old Jimmi Caras from Wilmington Del finished second to Ralph Greenleaf in the national Pocket billiard championship after a playoff with Ervin Rudolph of Cleveland and Andrew Ponzi of Philadelphia Rudolph beat Ponzi for third Caras earned 2800 dollars plus 14 percent of gate receipts and qualified for the 1933 tournament Greenleaf won the title for the twelfth time and challenged Erwin Rudolph to a 10000 point handicap match for a side bet of up to 2500 with Greenleaf giving a point per dollar bet and 2500 points handicap for 2500 stakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jimmi Carras
Ralph Greenleaf
Wilmington
Del
Cares
Rudolph
Owen
Ponzi
Ponzl
Caras
Greenleaf
Rudoluti
Erwin Rudolph
Cleveland
College Basketball Roundup From Fragmented Report
Unclear OCR fragment lists college basketball scores and players with scattered team names. Contains multiple misspellings and incomplete lines, making precise pairing of teams and results difficult. highlights include various player tallies and potential matchups across regions and schools.
Granger Triumphs Over Eagle Lake In Mud Match
In a rain soaked layoff Granger defeated Eagle Lake to claim the regional Class B football title, while Edison of San Antonio routed Granger 44 0 in a separate game. Greenville fans present coach Henry Frake a new automobile as the school advances to state quarter finals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granger
Eagle Lake
Taylor
Dee
Eagles
Ted
Col
Gunllflad
Edison
San Antonio
Engin Lake
Greenville
Mec
Henry Frake
Greenville His Aghoo
Funka
Ason
Surprise Ges and Cardinals figure in hospital visit
Philadelphia sports figures Jimmy Foxx Jimmy Dykes Eddie Collins Jen Kraus and Jim Peterson visited injured Cardinal star Gelber at a local hospital. The group brought candy and baseball games during their Friday visit following Gelber’s hunting accident a month earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philaumlplila
Charley Gelber
St. Louis
Cardinal Shertytan
Prae] Christman
Philadelphia Athleticn
Jimmy Foxx
Jimmy Dykes
Eddie Collins
Jen Kraus
Jim Peterson
Gelbert
Flick
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