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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1927

Page

12

Making Self Model for Youths by Alan J Gould

An unsigned profile examines Babe Ruth's public image and return to form after retirement, detailing his training, finances, and lifestyle. It notes Ruth’s past fame, his comeback under trainer Artie Meloy, and his current focus on golf and leisure activities while preserving athletic discipline.

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Fight results from New York bouts and European challengers

Boxing results list a series of bouts with winners including Jack McVey over Willie Greb and Roberto Robert defeating Moumer Stith, plus other eliminations in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Europe. Notable wins include Garfield Johnson stopping George Garonne and Rene Devos besting Vincent Forgione.

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Sea Rocket Wins In Great Finish

A dazzling stretch drive carried Sea Rocket to victory in the Christmas Towli¢ap at Jefferson Park. The longshot winner paid 40 to 2 as the favorite faded to second with Tuskes Wwe, WL Mar cunthind and War Tingle following.

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Boxing card outlines ten bouts for amateur program

Chicago card lists ten four round bouts on a Friday night amateur show. Dee Linds of glove tasers headline with few pro debuts including University of Alabama tackle Les Marriner facing Duck Smith. Promoter Dim Mullen schedules six more fights featuring heavyweights Harris Joba von Unie and others, plus Ernie Peters and Kid Jay in flyweight action.

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OKLAHOMA BASKETBALL TEAMS TO MEET SAVAGES JANUARY

The Savages from Southwest Oklahoma Teachers College will visit in January for two games with Daniel Baker and two with Howard Payne. Last year the Savages won the association title and beat the Laker Hill Bills and Payne Yellow Duckets. Daniel Baker, slow start, lost star forward Miller to injury, while Baylor edged them in close games.

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Chicago Warm Holiday Sports Crowds Light Up City

The Chicago Christmas season brings unusual warmth and festive sports activity. Golf, tennis, and baseball events attract crowds on the West Side as locals celebrate a rare mild Christmas, with many noting the unusual warmth as part of the day’s mood and possible early holiday excitement.

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Noisy Days in Gotham as Football Rules Meet

New York dispatch reports a hush around the Hotel Aswor as football officials, college group members, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association gather to review general college sports policy. Delegates debate posts on punts and two secondaries, with Mr Hall outlining 1027 rules and coaches voicing objections at the meeting.

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Jackets and Tigers Play Through Scoreless Tie at Garrete Field

In a steady division clash at Garrete Field Monday afternoon the San Pedro Tigers and Garrete jackets produced a 0 0 tie as backfields failed to gain room on the slick surface. Menard and Buime bridge led the Tigers while Boggs and Herzing stood out for the Jackets. Referee Jolly Harris officiated with timekeeper and field judge J Emineeted.

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People's Supply Team Defeats C C C In Turner Court Clash

Turner court contest ends with People's Supply team beating CCC in a 2024 chase game. Montay Bitvak leads with twelve points, Warning adds eight as top scorers for the winners. Numerous player names appear in messy credits and substitutions.

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Thirty bike racers entered at Chicago event

Thirty racers entered at Chicago with riders from New York and teams including Meg Spe cor and Charley Winters. Dee Ghicagl provides details on participants in the field led by Rexeia McNallaen and Tony Wile Vuonr as a local finish is anticipated.

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Barry Takes Rowing Title in Damp Thames Race

English rower Bert Barry won the sculling championship on a wet Uliver mile course, finishing ten lengths ahead of Australia’s challenger James Goodsell. Barry led from start to finish despite heavy rain, clocking 6 minutes 8 1/2 seconds, just 51 seconds slower than Goodsell’s world record. Goodsell collapsed after congratulating Barry, who said he would seek a Thames return match. The date to be decided.

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Big Ten Faces Hard Sledding In Conference Schedule

Chicago Dec 27 UP tuning up for Western Conference basketball, five Big Ten gates on this week’s slate. Notre Dame and Pittsburgh look strong, Northwestern hosts Notre Dame, Pittsburgh sweeps confer­ence, Ohio State to test the seemingly unstoppable Panthers as games unfold from Tuesday through Friday with Illinois Washington and Marquette Minnesota on the docket.

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Gaspiro Wins From Rostan in Brackerville Card

Danoy Gaspiro defeated Rostan in Brackerville on Monday night, building his growing list of victims. The bout featured a hard hitting attack with clever combinations. Adams and Smakaw fought to a draw as Sergeant Jack Casper promoted the show.

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Waner and Frisch Highlight 1930 Giants Batting Marks

The article reviews Walter Waner and Frankie Frisch season stats for the Giants, noting Waner’s .380 mark, 588 total bases, and 17 triples with 9 homers, plus Frisch finishing with a strong batting average and counting stats across 155 games. Also mentions Mel Ott and Rogers Hornsby in context of team leaders.

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Baseball and Batting Totals Across 5 Games in New York

A cluttered report notes Lowling and Sibyl Oe Vary Siew in a five game series with scattered player mentions. Adams, Waner, and Riggs are highlighted for batting and doubles, while Frisch and MeTrignot lead in steals and strikeouts. The piece mixes team and individual stats with unclear context from a late 19th/early 20th era New York wire service recap.

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Miners Triumph as Regulars Stand Firm in City League

Miners edged a stubborn opponent as their regular lineup clicked in a close late surge. McMillan starred with a smooth flow on offense while Veltaan and Roemers contributed steady defense and scoring. Leaders cited strong team depth and disciplined play in the final period.

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