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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1939

Page

11

Lubbock and Waco to clash in Dallas title game

In Dallas on December 3 prep grid action set the stage for a Texas scholastic final as Lubbock Westerners meet Waco in the interscholastic league championship. Lubbock boasted a stout defense and a powerful ground attack while Waco faced injuries but carried a storied title tradition into the showdown.

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Ducks Arrive as Season Ends in New Mexico

In Las Cruces N M on December 4 the first annual mallard flights arrived along the Rio Grande. Hunters held the salt as the season closed at 4 PM Friday. The Ducks left the area with talmy weather reported by talmy observers.

Las Cruces N. ML Rio Grande

Harlingen Cardinals Fall Twice to Breckenridge Eagles

Harlingen loses twice to Breckenridge Eagles 81 39 and 34 12. Joe Bob Markette leads Eagles with 14 points in the Friday win. Myron Hubble adds 16 for Breckenridge. Harlingen’s Jurasek top scored with eight, as defense by Weldon Humble and Taylor limited clean shots.

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Junior indoor tennis champs hinge on Evert and Bender

The national Junior indoor championships in New York forge a Chicago versus New Jersey semi final lineup with Jimmy Evert of Chicago facing Dick Bender of Westfield after strong showings by Gardner Larned, Amadater, and Melvin Schwartzman. Bender, a Pingry junior, aims for Princeton, while Evert eyes an encore of last year’s final against Larned or Amatador.

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Fight Results mixed names and places in jagged OCR

A scrambled boxing result list shows fighters from Cleveland Minneapolis Omaha and Chicago with misread ages and venues. The garbled report includes Eddie Simms Johnny Hanschen Mary Waser Lee Snvald and Arno Anderson among others with unclear scores and locations.

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Pass the Crying Towel Navy Cagers Too Darn Low

Navy basketball coach John Wilkon reportedly faces a tough task as the team struggles amid uneven play. Youth players from interconnected programs push to improve with hopes of lifting morale and performance.

Annapolis Ree Imore Johnie Wilkon Navy Corehea Wilton Nay Talerd Naval Academy

Sarape Club Edges Lanier In Tricky Comeback

Lanier High School Voks held a six point lead but Sarape du Dasketeers rallied to win 32 to 30. Martinar led Sarape with 21 points, Jog Martines added eight for Lanier, and a rematch is set for Tuesday at La Ror.

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Football Coaches Honor Veteran Amos A. Stagg

The American Football Coaches Association honored Amos A. Stagg in Los Angeles presenting a large plaque to recognize his influence on amateur football and announcing an annual award. Don Herring’s family received a simultaneous tribute as Herring’s leg injury ended his college football career.

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Alamo Quint Rout Jackets In Key Basketball Win

Alamo Quint defeated St Anthony’s Yellowjackets 26 14 in the decisive period. Obtlott scored 14 to lead the Jackets while DeVilbiss added 13 and Dietzel 11 as Alamo built a 24 12 edge at halftime. The Jewelers pressed late but could not close the gap.

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Catholic University Arrives for Sun Bowl Welcome in El Paso

In El Paso a 13 man Catholic University squad arrived as 500 rancheros and fans greeted the team ahead of the Sun Bowl clash with Arizona State Tempe. Coach Berguin said players are in good shape and a 2 pm workout was planned at the Sun Bowl stadium. Catholic will stay at the Texas College dorms before the game while Arizona State Tempe arrives later.

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Sunflower Final In Kansas Washburn Split Results

Kansas University beat New Mexico School of Mines 40 to 24 after halftime 23 to 1. Washburn College defeated Southwestern College 22 to 2 in the Sunflower tournament final round.

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Rice Wins But Texas Simu Defeated Loyola College

In Chicago, Rice defeated Loyola 66 41 behind 45 points from its shooters led by Carswell Kinney and Craddock. Loyola captain George Wenskas scored 39 but missed six free throws. Texas University lost to Temple 42 37 in Philadelphia with Hall 11 for Texas. Butler beat Southern Methodist 42 37 in Indianapolis, snapping SMU’s Midwest tour with a five lead changes.

Chicago Leyi Craddock George Wenskas Loyola Philadelphia Texas University Tampis University Texas Eine Don Henderson Temple Hall Indianapolis Ind Sndthemn Methodist University Mustangs Betilce Gaslight Mustang Buller University Butler

College Basketball Scores From Various Teams

A compilation of college basketball results with scattered team names and scores. Notable entries include Minnesota 78 over North Dakota State 85 and California Aggies 84 with assorted regional colleges such as Florida, Colorado Mines, Gonzaga, and George Pepperdine contributing scorelines.

Coulenary Northert Tinoin North Dakota State Aberdeen Nupmal Pseranton Florida

Down to Rio for Max Baer Pursuits

Sacramento report says Max Baer may travel to South America for exhibition bouts with Tony Galento or other opponents this winter. Manager Hoffmann says definite plan pending from Mike Jacobs. personal training continues at Hoffman’s ranch near Sacramento. Buddy Baer, recovering from a broken wrist, may join the expedition with Hoffman.

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Bobcats Fall to Ramblers in San Marcos Showdown

In San Marcos, the Tandolph Field Ramblers defeated the Southwest Texas Bobcats 41 to 40. Warren Guest led Ramblers with 25 points as Lomax starred for the Bobcats. The two teams meet again Saturday at Randolph Field Gym with 7 45 start and free admission.

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Taylor Ducks Get Belated Cage Start

Taylor High begins basketball Tuesday amid delayed season start caused by football focus. The Ducks, with retiring captains Olle Chirk Billy Worley and Joe Griey, aim to catch up after weeks of practice and earlier delays.

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Fort Sam Rams Rally To 44-42 Victory At Rendalon

Fort Sam Houston Rats edged Bar dolph field Junior Heintlers 44 to 42 Friday night at Rendalon Field Gym. Ee Rumpi starred with flashy plays setting the pace for the win.

Fort Sam Rams Ee Rumpi Fort Sam Housteyi Rats Bardolph Field

Education Association Raps Post-Season Games

WEW YORK Dec 30 The College Physical Education Association urged reform of post-season bowl football and basketball double headers arguing games exist to educate youth not for gate receipts. Delegates backed proposals to treat physical education as a core part of youth education and expand its role in schools.

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No Perfect Pass Defense, Says Matty Bell

Matty Bell argues there is no perfect pass defense in college football, citing growing pass diversity and coaching debates. He notes coaches fear stopping passes more than any defense and credits Ray Morrison with pioneering the spread of pass plays. The piece also covers evolving coaching associations and ethics guidelines affecting player eligibility discussions.

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Last Workout for Trojans and Vols Before New Year’s Day Game

Paradena California December 30 The Ness bowl football rivals Southern California and Tennessee held one final practice before their New Year’s Day clash before a sellout crowd of more than 40 000 spectators. Tennessee coach Neyland praised progress and named probable starters on offense and defense. USC prepared with Lansdell at quarterback and Dempsey at center, with a full slate of linemen ends and backs listed as probable. Officials for the game were announced from several southern cities.

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Riggs and Cooke Reach Sugar Bowl Semis

In New Orleans on December 30, Bobby Riggs and Elwood Cooke advanced to the Sugar Bowl tennis tournament semifinals. Riggs, a Chicagoan, beat early pace with wins over Bitsy Grant and Jack Bushman while Cooke defeated Billy Gillogly as the Sugar Bowl stage showcased strong Southern players and a Philadelphia boxing team added a feature bout.

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Eakin and Sehteell Named Co-Captains for All-Star Game

SAN FRANCISCO December 30 Kay Eakin Avkarear halfback and Johnny Sehteell Santa Clara center were named co-captains of the all star team that will meet the East in the annual Slicine charity game on New Year's Day.

San Francisco Kay Eakin Avkarear Johnny Sehteell Santa Claga Allsine Weal

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