This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1929
Page
8
Boxing columnist notes Arthur Shires generates attention with trash talk and spectacle but tempts fans with novelty rather than sustained quality. He advocates limiting Shires to two bouts per city to preserve interest and avoid harming the sport.
The Associated Press reports Danny Murphy, once famed as a star of the Philadelphia Athletics, was exposed as an impostor in Judge Bam Heller's Chicago court. Connie Mack and Eddie Collins sent telegrams warning the judge that the so-called hero was not the real Murphy, a Jersey businessman. The bogus figure was denied mercy and left to eat Christmas dinner with other inmates.
New York reports that talks over Italian runners’ indoor visit to the United States for winter competition faced stalled negotiations. Secretary treasurer Perris cites potential arbitration to resolve misunderstandings with Americans about invitations, duration limits, and the mix of athletes allowed.
The Cubs and Del Rio Team prepare for a charity football contest with proceeds supporting local charities. Key players include Babe Menard and Gua Schr, while coach Johany unable to travel due to business commitments. The match aims to showcase talent despite injuries and lineup changes.
Chicago announces a pair of games featuring Southern teams with Lae and Hott slated to join for a th roriball event, details unclear due to OCR errors. The schedule note indicates a beta test or placeholder pairing.
The Clevelanders, leading the league, beat Fort Wayne and Chicago in a pair of games during the week. The Fort Wayne victory left both teams tied for second, while the Clevelanders extended their lead over the field in a tense late-season stretch.
Two unioriented teams from the San Antonio Soccer Association and the Mexican Soccer League clash in a Christmas Day feature at San Pedro Park. The 3 pm kickoff is free with expected large attendance as Atlas and the Mexico club pursue league pennants.
Three members of the Associated Press all-Southern backfield will play in the Shrine all-star Southern conference charity football battle on New Year’s Day in Atlanta. The southern squad includes Bobby Dodd and Crane McEvery, both Tennessee, and Billy Danker of Tulane. Tony Woolm of Alabama cannot play due to East-West game in San Francisco. Notable Dixie backs and stars such as Stumpy Thomason and Warner Mizell will participate, with Georgia Tech’s Crabtree and Clemson’s Millar among others listed to start. Charley Barban of Florida will direct the Southern team and Roasy Rob Neglarul will coach the Northern squad.
Local swimming exhibit features Kellam at Brackenridge Pool on Wednesday afternoon as part of a regional spirit event. He plans to compete along the Shievissippi River later this week, aiming to surpass a long-standing record.
Fragmented report lists hockey matchups and standings across multiple cities including Kansas City Duluth and Minneapolis. Mentions teams such as the Sailors and Millers, games on Bria and Sunday, and a Christmas convention. Standings show scattered numbers and team labels with unclear details.
In 1650 the General Court enacted a law imposing a five shilling fine for any offense observed by abstaining from work or attending religious services on Christmas Day. England had similar laws then, repealed in 1662, but Massachusetts did not repeat the law until 1684.
Chicago reports a welterweight title bout between Jackie Fields of Los Angeles and Young Jack Thompson of San Francisco may take place in Chicago. Promoter Jack Dempsey had set January 1 in Chicago, but rulings against interracial matches delayed plans. New York promoters briefly expected the match for January 3, pending state athletic commission decisions.
The Wesemister rule weakness strikes again as the Uirachenritee Eagles face ineligibility actions. Lt juet a Urifie misses basketball and hockey due to interscholastic league rules. Degene, a regular, was planned for a key role in the cage lineup and baseball nine, but remains affected by the ruling.
The report notes San Antonio networks will carry the Army football game in California against Stanford. It lists a large lineup of stations and call letters involved in the nationwide chain broadcast. The article emphasizes which local outlets will relay the broadcast to viewers across various markets.
USC coach Jones plans five days of practice in Pasadena after Christmas as the Trojans ramp up for the Rose Bowl against an undefeated Pittsburgh lineup. Scrimmage against the Panthers marks the start of the final phase of preparation.
The University of Tillaburgh football squad plans a long trip starting tonight for New Year’s Day play against the University of Northern California in the Department of Thesea. A list of 43 players is noted for the journey, with 14 backfield men and 33 others including backs, linemen, and guards named in the roster.
Dallas to host University of Pittsburgh football team en route to California for a New Year’s Day game against USC. Pitt plans workouts and a Dallas Chamber of Commerce entertainment stop with three practice sessions on the route via North Texas.
Elliott today approved Col Kellogg's recommendation to advance Nebel Kizer to head football coach at Purdue, replacing Jimmy Thelan whose coaching led to a Western Conference title. Rizcon River will assign assistants Marvelwards and Earl Martinean, with Thelan moving to the University of Washington.
A garbled Oklahoma story describes a captain and a bride, with references to Ney University of Oelahoma and Southern Arata Ponetorn college. The fragment mentions a home talent Kiel and a trip to Durant, with an unclear note about a husband and a second moment.
National Exhibition Company of New York sues former treasurer Francis X. McQuade for 256000 in alleged damages. The suit alleges he damaged property, pressured officers for unwarranted pay, interfered with games at Polo Grounds, insulted staff and players, and sought to influence governance. The action follows prior litigation over club assets and a leadership dispute with Charles A. Stoneham.
Pompano Florida December 25 horse racing postponed again after promoters withdraw. New year’s day start hoped if track repairs finish. Local business leaders say they will back the meet but timetable uncertain. In Tampa betting restrictions threaten to close nearly all Florida racing operations.
New York December 25 Aini Ano e Keele manager of Cutty Grillitts Lima City pride announces Tuffy will fight Jack Sharkey in Miami on Friday night. If Tuffy defeats Johnny Rivko the Miami bout secures Griffithy against Sharkey as part of the agreed arrangement.
East West squads ease into practice under both teams warming up for a New Year showcase. Coaches and players refine routines as fans anticipate a smooth, high energy performance with polished routines and national flavor.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.