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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1941
Page
11
MIAMI fin December 74 percent jockey Eddle Arenyo receives a holiday prize twist as a bid to race Whirlaway in the Santa Agila is proposed amid wartime defense delays. Arcaro staged Derby Pimlico and Belmont wins aboard Whirlaway.
Alsab, a well bred 2 year old, prepares at Hialeah for Florida racing. Owner trainer notes calm temperament and keen racing sense, contrasting with Whirlaway who needs a dog companion. Alsab’s possible 3 year old plans include Lily Suk e races then Kentucky Derby prospects. Albes paid $700 for Alsab’s untried sire and $90 for his dam. pace and earnings cited.
Alabama drills intensively as Frank Thomas hails progress of the Crimson Tide in practice for the Cotton Bowl. Regulars perform well against Aggie formations while reserves clash in scrimmage. Paul Spencer ready to boost backfield after leg injury.
Georgia halfback Frankie Sinkwich gains national acclaim with 1103 rushing yards and ranking near the top in scoring. Coaches praise his balance and power as he leads the Bulldogs toward the Miami showdown with Texas Christian University, despite past injuries and a protective jaw guard.
Beaumont hosts begin arrival for the Mie Heau mont open as a pro-amateur event kicks off in town. Local gatherings include Christmas parties for visiting players and a Christmas day exhibition. Jim Fernie, former Australian amateur champion now at Elmhurst Michigan, shot a 71 in practice. Byron Nelson and Ben Hogan are due Friday after travel delays.
Wi Wie Hoppe of New York, defending champion, submitted his entry for the 1942 World Championship three-cushion billiard tournament set to begin in Chicago on January 8.
Los Angeles reports a 2600 yard extension at Hillcrest Country Club for national pros. Pro Chayley Lacey led a tour group January 9 22 to showcase hazards and longer tees, noting cups moved and greens retooled to challenge players’ accuracy and nerve.
New York December 21 Cleveland Indians land in fourth place in the AP annual poll as fans vote on 1940 performance. Lou Nova receives 16 votes for top disappointment while Texas Longhorns and Stanford football draw notable mentions. Other named names include Bobo Newsom, Joe Louis, and Tulane football among those cited for underperforming or surprising displays.
Patchy report lists several boxers and results with unclear digits and places. Names include Shapiro, Christie, Roman, Burley, Trayes, Thomas and others with varied scores and haphazard locations. The text mixes city names and numbers, presenting an incomplete match rundown.
Mervyn Red Dutton ordered the Brooklyn Americans to stay quiet near the Gowanus canal and skip New York crowds. The team, mired in a 16 game skid, began 8:30 am practices and stricter curfews. They have won two straight, beating the Chicago Black Hawks 4 to 3 to end their slump.
Edison Bears edgewood guests in a Tuesday game at Edison gym with an 85 to 20 victory. Wendel Menhard scored 13 for Edison while Rick Ward and Scott tied for Edwood with 13 and 13 respectively. The Duncatt Piel Basket Ball league crown goes to the Suppliers after a tight round of games. Frank Jones and Ray Keller led scorers, with Zane Micula and May providing defense. coaching by Tom Grady and support from Lt. Markel and Lt. Calloway highlighted the event.
Cubs manager Jimmy Wilson recalls Dizzy Novikoff and Dizzy Dean with mixed praise. He notes Novikoff’s early 1940 Pacific Coast League fame, later struggles, and a Milwaukee farm assignment. Wilson recalls his teammate’s odd habits and singing at night, reflecting on his volatile spring.
The sports fundraising push supports paralysis research and care, with money split between local treatment and national study. Notable games and figures, including the East West and Bay area events, raise funds for crippled children, led by Bill Goffman and prominent athletes, to aid families in New York and beyond.
The Forty-fifth squadrons win the Randolph field basketball title 41 to 39 over the Forty-fourth. Haller led the winners with 13 points, Weber had 11 for the runners-up. Final score at half was 45th 34, 44th 21.
Washington officials plan interviews in Detroit for a successor to Coach Jimmy Phelan after his termination this month. Rudy Nottelmann Ray Eckmann and Carl Kilgore will attend with potential processors for the program. News notes also reference Joe Louis Buddy Baer boxing event and Navy Relief Society fundraising.
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