Local high school basketball teams begin delayed practice
Holidays slow their routines as Charistua bolideye and others return to Jecal and Harleedale gyms. Coaches plan early January scrimmages, with Edison, Brackenridge and Sid Eck Lares slated for a county tournament opener January twelve.
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Teamsy Edison
Kellam
Dracken
Fide
San Marcos
Manor Packett
Bevrille
Leland Wilkins
New Treights
San Antonio
Joe Ward
Thomas Edison
Jojke
Fort Worth
Tenia
Sear Etotty
Oty High School
Champicesbin Tournament Between Main Arcout
Brackenridge
Sidey Lares
TIMER S GUN SAVES CHAMPS IN TROJAN THRILLER
In a tense Tuesday night matchup at Woodlawn, the timekeeper’s timely gun fired as the Trojans suffered a 25 24 defeat. A potential reversal stood if the clock had shown a few seconds longer. Amado Nero led scoring with 24 points, while Pena top-scored for the losers with 11.
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Jezeve Sandey
Woodlawn
Trojans
Guu Aggerca
Betta Ie
Pointe Epiece
Rodrigues
Ike
DeLeon
Harnholt
Ramirez
Huks—Guerre Li Barrere
Alvarado
Enrique
Amado Nerro
Cogtillan
Tien
Martilie Gill
Agua Caliente Open Golf Delayed Until January II
Agua Caliente postpones the 613000 open cult tournament ending the Winter golf trail in the Golden West. The delay shifts the event to January 13 due to Los Angeles finishing by Monday January 11. Organizers note the California venue remains the centerpiece of the circuit.
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Agua Caliente
Ban Diego
Calif
Apu Caliente
Diegel
Los Angeles
Jeter
Susior Chamber of Commerce
Montis
Durham Bets Wrong Man In Baseball Bet
A misreading of official baseball averages leads to a costly bet loss for Durham who wagered on a player named Moore to outhit Boare in 191 season. The December 24 tally shows Durham with three hits while Oakland’s Cz had nine, and Jim Moore’s lone hit for Sox was not enough to win.
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Durham
Notton
Wiley Moore
Trm Howe
Durham Haad
Qld Cz
Dudams
Moore
Jim Moore
Sox
Western Star Team Drills in Rain at Memorial Stadium
Western All-Stars drill in rain ahead of New Year contest at Memorial Stadium Berkeley as Perry Logil and Donn Bible lead a promising start. East and West rosters include Bernier Hewitt Kester Bisean Burner plus several college and conference names amid Palo Alto prep scrimmage notes.
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Stanford
Clark Gickle
Buckpeg Tulbark
Palo Alto Saturda
Also
Gon
Weat
College
East Bernier
Goa
Hewitt
Aseria
Michigan
Rewarce W
Ince
Beresn Huttord
Sta. Davis
Man on Football and Public Interest in 1931 summary
Frank G. Menke surveys 1931 football figures and reactions across colleges and media. He notes athletic spending, governance probes at Wisconsin, recruiting tensions at Dartmouth and Yale, and critics arguing football serves as university advertising amid economic strain. He cites editorials and campus voices on journalism bias and sports’ broader role.
Pan American Miami tennis entry losaboos
Allison and Sulter lead early entrants for the Pan American tennis tourney to be staged in February. Allison from Anglia and Sulter from New Orleans are ranked No. 3 and No. 4 respectively and expected to face strong regional and international challengers. Real Wunx notes Detroit pitchers in 1931 show mixed results with Sorell and Whitehill posting disparate win totals and Coormeble failing to break even.
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Miami
Frs
Wilmer Allison
Anglia
Exen
Chil Sulter
New Orleans
Earking Hiaré
United Blules
Detroit
Theie Jinz
Tiger Borlera
Sorell
Gir
Coe Ron
Whitehill
Coormeble
Ozark Cagers Brace for College of the Ozarks Squads
Stankaville Ark Dec 23 The college of the Ozarks basketball team is practicing ahead of the season. Coaches expect a fast break and strong defense. Four lettermen missing due to injuries or absences, but full squad not yet ready for opener.
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Ozark
Stankaville
Ark
Acazon
College of the Ozarks
Rasslers Meet Promoter Albert in Live Show Set
Promoter Albert hosts a wrestling card with Cyclone Mackay and Joe Manning in a main bout. Jack Christy and Amy Anderson headline an undercard featuring Cibherra Teverra, Mexican Heavy, and Sack Stitchell. Audience votes on outcomes and new matchups unfold as the evening progresses.
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Cyclone Mackay
Joe Manning
Jack Christy
Amy Anderson
Cibherra Teverra
Stitchell
Light Heavies Spotlighted In National Boxing Card
Welterweights in New York and light heavyweights in Chicago headline this week’s boxing program as Billy Townzenit challenges Vancouver’s Snitics with veteran Billy Petrol in a top ten rounder at Madison Square Garden. Other showdowns include Rosenotoqm versus Dave Maier in Milwaukee, with events slated for Oakland and Mexico City and featuring Arizmendi and LaBarba among notable entrants.
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New York
York
Vientch Pee
Chinago
National Boxing Association
Seave
Ridel LaBarba
Los Angeles
Sauer Signs For Ligossy In Main Event Friday Night
Promoter Stevan Hammond idle to sign George Bauer for his main event at the Exposition grounds. Sauer will face Russian George Ligossy, known for rough actions and disliked. Ken Hollis battles Gevere Povlis in the semi at 121-pound class. big year expected in baseball with Yankees.
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Stevnh Hammonds Slonday
George Bauer
Exposition Grounds
Sauer
George Ligossy
Sauer Hao
Ken Hollis
Huntington
Vamnikea
Gevere Povlis
Stricter Interpretation of Grid Rules Advocated
NEW YORK, Dec 28 SNS Stricter interpretation of present football rules was urged at a meeting of Eastern football officials as a week of conferences opened. No safety rule changes were discussed though a three member committee will study ideas and report back in February. Walter Okeson urged unified national officials organization. Hugh C. McGrath named president with W H Crowley, G Taggart, and John P Egan filling other posts. The association voted 500 for the Kate Rockne memorial fund.
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New York
Geiiron
Rubink
Walter Okeson
Kate -Rockne Memorial Fund
Hugh C. McGrath
Doston
W. H. Crowley
Presiur GC
Mason One Of Greatest Grid Backs In History
Weldon Mason, lauded by Steeline and Kyte Steeline for his speed and pass receiving in college football. Coach Slip Madigan’s scouts compared Mason favorably to top backs seen against Notre Dame and Baylor, calling him a thrilling performer on the gridiron.
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Weldon Mason
Atlion
Lita
Notre Dame
Mason
Slip Madigan
Baylor
Ronfest
Weldon Slasen
Beck
Southwest Football Officials Elect Leader in Dallas
Lee Soyntan of Dallas Sunday was elected president of the Southwest Football Officials Association formed here by 26 officials from the Southwest Conference. Harry Viner of Houston and T. R. Meyer of Fort Worth were named vice presidents as the organization planned September activity. Lee Roy Mahaffey of the Athletics secured a three-pin sequence while winning a key event, signaling strong performance for the squad.
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Teanie Lee Soyntan
Dallas
Provident of
Mooball Officinla' Aass Station
Officinia
Southwest Conference
Hany Viner
Mouston
To. R. Meyer
Fort Worth
Germanent Orkiniga
Helper
Lee Roy Mahaffey
Athietics
Midget Jockey Proves Worth in Single Year
New York Bet. 28. A young midget jockey named Slim Moore scouts a promising rider, Silvia Cemeel, and quickly showcases unexpected talent. The boy, weighing 82 pounds, gains attention for his quick learning, riding nerve, and ability to elicit late speed from mounts. Moore notes the youngster’s potential and trains him to harness a distinctive “way” with horses, drawing praise from peers as the fledgling shows remarkable aptitude.
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New York
Bet
Moore
Beard
Silvia Cemeel
Brons
Ford
Mearr
W. Feckier
Moores
Mexico Wins Soccer Lead In Low Key International Set
Mexico edged into a lead in the Mexican Soccer Association festivity at Van Dacle field with a 2 0 victory. Brezico now heads the league as Monterey beat Anahuac 3 1 and Carin Binnen defeated Cerania 2 1. New Year’s Day games and notable notes follow with Germany’s squad in view.
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Mexico
van Dacle
Brezico
Monterey
Anahnuc
Carin Binnen
Cerania
Uoundou
Vive Aclo
Bo Loy Hastonala
Gremania O
Polo Playrs Polo Schedule Signals Week of Polo Play
Weather permitting four slo games will open a three day polo week for the Light Trophy. Austin faces the Crusaders on Monday at 2:90 at Millers Field with two more tourney games Tuesday and a Brackenridge Park match Wednesday. Exhibitions include the Sun Adtoaio fobs and a Brackenridge Park pairing. Airmen hold the lead in earlier play with Major Kelly Teniling scoring four goals.
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Rams
Alillers
Ierhard
Artilery
Sun Adtoaio
Alr Gora Blues
Pirackenridke Park
Geldegaings Ao
Grutuders
Brackenridge
Air Serpe Blues
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Johhson
Beverly
J. H. Lupham Sr
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Major Ketter
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Stube Willows
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Wene
L-teld Lefoat Anm Millec'y
Moruad Willems Prté Sun
Fediile
Smith
Witliamga
Binceun
Pandicap
Slmoet
Lrem
Wotzis Million For Fight Rumor Surfaces
New York reports claim a potential boxing bout involving heavyweight champion Dempsey and rival Joe Jacobs could fetch a million dollars. Promoter statements and out-of-town sources indicate top bid offers, with mixed signals on negotiations and timing.
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New York
Maz
Jack Deugsey
Jos Jacoba
Dempsey Scheeling
Bebmieling
Ie Mo
Football Officials Seek Changes To Reduce Wedge and Injuries
Doctors and athletic leaders from Western Football Officials Association, National Football Coaches Association, and National Collegiate Athletic Association prepare for annual meetings. They consider reforms to remove dangerous wedge plays and penalties for defensive linemen using hands. Discussions aim to curb injuries blamed on current formations and interference by offensive lines.
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Yoothall
National Football Coaches’ Association
Gallepiate Athletic Association
Xropa
Qhot
Ieee
Rodeo Show Draws Thousands For Charity Weekend
About 1500 spectators attended a two day charity rodeo at Transfer Park South San Antonio. Features included mule riding music by Randolph field hand and a grand entry of 40 performers. Results listed for calf roping steers bulldogging and roping events with top placers named.
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San Antonio
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Ehlo
Randolph Field
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Minx Quint Wood
Logan Bedda
Wylie Elliott See
Chief
Corrella
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Archie Schubert
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Charles Laidley
Ora Woods
Grayson Lubbock
Henry Brockley
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Sack Doey
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Paige Gillant
Bill Dallas
Abbas Veeker
Keith Ougian Goforth
Jil Webb
el Walsh
Lickles* Calling
Jim Akers
Johnny Btevens
Uddy Stills
Unery Slorgan
Football Coaches Lead Hawkeye Tracksters at Iowa City
From the football coaching staff Emerson Nelson former coach guides men in weight events for the University of Iowa track team. A December meeting recognized a Texas championship battle by the Amateur Athletic Association of Texas.
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Iowa Cty
Iowa
Emerson Nelson
Nawktyentar
Nus Tz
University At Fowr
Dr. Feppers
Galverton
Dees
Tis
Trainer Thinks Little Of Gridders as Boxers
New York report quotes Lou Bink and Gene Trnnes's former Lentier doubting gridiron players would excel in wrestling. The trainer argues football and wrestling demand different skills and attributes, noting body balance, stance, and technique vary across sports.
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New York
Lou Bink
Gene Trnnes
Poe
Corlegione
Ice Hockey Folks Comment On The Season Prospects
Ice hockey notes from New York reflect optimism about the season and growing public interest. Colonel John S. Larpresident of the New Yorkers Hangers discusses attendance, schedule length, and the sport's rising profile alongside several listed results from games across cities including New York Chicago Detroit and New Haven.
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Chicana
Shamrocks
Tate Ellery
AL Myenenre
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Ayn
Detroit
New Haven
Ity
Tultown
Vaidra
Pollan Attene
Skaters Begin Olympic Tryouts at Madison Square Garden
Dozens of top U S skaters gathered at the Ice Club rink atop Madison Square Garden for national men and women figure skating trials. Defending champions Maribel Vigson and Roger Turner led a field of rising talents as school figures and free skating determined the Olympic contenders. Tonight's events crown the winners in a program synced with an Olympic simulation hockey match between New York and Boston.
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T. Turner
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Gail Borden
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J. Tester Matilen
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William Gauger
William Jt Nogis
Azanne Orvis
Frederick Secord
Hnlda B. Bergec
Prita
Atre
Charles D. Bnackant
Nathaniel W. Nilee
Nurmi Eyes Comeback in Olympic Sprint Plans
Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi, nicknamed the Phantom Dinn, plans a dramatic comeback. Reports say he will train in America for the 10 meters and longer events, aiming for the Paris Olympics and collecting funds through subscriptions as Finns rally behind his bid.
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Bere
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Sons of America win one but drop second
The Sons of America basketball team split two games at Woodlawn Take gym. They defeated the Italian Athletic club 22-18 in the morning and lost to the Triple C's 22-20 at the Commercial City Inaque. Coach Manny Boys Frank Trejo elnima.
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