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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1937

Page

6

Tommy Farr Returns to Train for Braddock Fight

Tommy Farr sails into New York with scars and a stubborn smile to prepare for a scheduled June bout with James J. Braddock. The Welsh heavyweight talks up a future title shot, discusses his new self-managed setup, and recalls his England stay while plans for training and sparring partners unfold.

Bob Considine New York Treiner Tommy Farr SS. Normandie James J. Braddock England Max Braddock Meda Bey Sumimit N .L Tanis Ny Gayle Tomy Parr Joe ‘Lowis Tommy Shy Braddock Jayoory Hymarveds Winesell Ted Broadrich Livy Ted Toning United States Bill Brown Tommy Evans Lath

Brackinridge Eagles Coast Toward Strong Finish

A ragged diary of high school hoops reports Brackinridge Eagles under Coach Por planning a two practice week after a disbandment, with Milday. It notes Thomas Jefferson prep, Dignenn Piel Flyers, and Tycken Video gym events. St. Anthony’s Jackets beat Brackinridge 40-10. FANNIE Jacket’s Curtia Kinetter and Ba Woogee scored 40 and 8. Also covers Woodlawn tournament wins, Savers over Chinn Grove 21-20 in OT, Leon Valley over Covington 31-4, and Kemm Valley’s return to facing Iran Sayers 12-40. St. Henry’s academy to play four games in Bish, Texas, returning Dec 11.

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Alabama Red Regiment Pitches Camp on Coast

Alabama arrives in Pasadena for the Rose Bowl week ahead of facing California's Bears. Coach Thomas leads the Tide as players train and practice drills unfold, including a collision between Captain Mansky and Hostek during early sessions.

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Dana Bible Speaks at Sinton on Jan 11

SINTON FEU 24 Datta X Blois University of Texas roneds to speak at Sinton January 41 at h baaioued wien qoal Le given in hience of Sinton High scheal eleven the grammar school football team mya Liellistelen 46 1 leat. Texas exes of tie surrounding seethon are 10 be invited as well as other sport fats. Stites has four members of the all disaster teams Charles erilz James Lunetcum Claude Alten and Yomihy Adams.

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Table Tennis Tourney At Y For New Year’s Eve Celebration

The article notes a table tennis tournament at the Y during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Leonard Schelp er oversaw the women’s division while Otto Jeser directed the boys. Entry was 25 cents for women and 10 cents for boys. Champions from last year Sam Riklin and Bob Goldhork led the new rounds.

Celis Leonard Schelper Wiemenn Otto Jeser Chaice Whtants Peppen Fishlers Sam Riklin Bob Goldhork

Waners Again Beat Dean Boys at Golf

Waners Again beat the Dean Boys at golf in a tight match describing a fourball event. Paul Dean carded a 62, with the Wanner foursome finishing strong and claiming low scores amid a tight contest.

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Nagurski to Wrestle Here in New Year Show

The famed football star Brute Nagurski is billed for a wrestling appearance in New Orleans for a New Year event. Promoter promised a strong lineup, including a notable football rival and top talents from San Antonio to Houston.

McAllen Bulldogs Get Grid Letters

McAllen Bulldogs announce football letters for the 1937 season. Seventeen players are named across two squads including Pel Kacam Meredith Roberts James Gibbons Roberto Gargen and Gus Hervia among others.

McAllen Bulldogs Dale Wilame West Wehmaped Starford Litiesy Art Nunslend Ted Robinson

Counterfeit Tickets Hit Pasadena Rose Bowl Sale

Pasadena officials warned buyers of counterfeit Rose Bowl admissions amid a ticket rush for New Year’s events. A stranger offered 40 tickets at ten dollars each, sparking anger among locals already upset over scalpers and prior ticket claims by California alumni and students. Police cautioned vigilance as brokers circulated fake passes.

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Santa Anita Debut Day Opens With Gala Christmas Race

Santa Anita prepares for a gala Christmas Day opening marking return of handrails to Southern California. The inaugural program features the $500,000 Christmas Handicap with contenders like He Did, Whiteee, Indian Broom, Amer Brojo, Pale Knightess, Tick On and A. A. Hardni’s Star Shadow seeking a repeat win. Motrovin junior chamber to present top prize to main handicap winner.

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Horse Racing Notes from Tropical Park and Fair Grounds

Jockeys and horses are active across Tropical Park and the Fair Grounds. Notable performances include Mirty-firat starter performances and unbeaten campmlan TD Riddles War Aduslyat, with Charley Kurtainger riding TD Riddles. A variety of races feature top contenders, including Chewsville and other standout mounts, as racing circuits wrap up the year.

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Dewell Earns Captaincy of Southern Methodist Cage Team

Dewell, a central figure from Dodge City, named captain of the Southern Methodist University basketball squad. Howell tied with Ray Acker for the leadership honor and received a ceremonial coin, reflecting the players’ vote and selection process.

Venturi to Fight Henry Armstrong for New Year Bout

Italian lightweight Venturi signed to meet world featherweight champion Henry Armstrong in a 10 round bout in the new year. Promoter agreement set the bout for January 1 with Venturi agreeing to a 17 pound weight limit and Armstrong to a 14 round count, as details were finalized.

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Holiday golf on club links

A fleet of Ab Itnat players expected to join the Sarr Antonin Country Club’s 28-hole handicap tournament on Christmas day and holiday. The event, played on the Alu course, offers a turkish dressed turkey prize to the low scorer among seven golfers in a battlngelost par. Members may hold it as either Anburday or Sunday.

Sarr Antonin Country Club

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