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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1933

Page

2

Great array of speeders for regatta crowding the lake

Large field of 176 boats from Stockton to Seguin for the regatta with 196 entries announced by Commodore Earl Bower. Starters Eddie Eckenrath will drop flags for 12 events as Alvin Neumann rigs aerial mortars on the lake island. Officials, timers, and a public address system prepare to announce results while newsreel crews capture the action. A postrace wild game barbecue at Plaza Hotel in Seguin will serve hundreds.

Chass Eddie Eckenrath Therexatte Alvin Neumann Racing Committee Vernon Mitchill T. Brooks Wood Besuin McQueeney Cap- Coons Aigvor Max “Erexe Seguin Plaza Hotel Sreuin Belin Entertainment Committee

Two more national records fall at Olympic stars aquatic week

Miami reports the second annual national Olympic stars aquatic week nears its close with ten of twelve marks shattered. Lisa Lindstrom of New York and Irine Govednik of Chisholm, Minnesota lead a wave of upsets as records tumble in backstroke and breaststroke events despite windy, choppy conditions.

Miami Lisa Lindstrom New York Prodigy Irine Gorednik Chisholm Fur Mis Govednik Agnes Geraghty Coved Nin Lier Eighl Bomeetead Treatile Scummir Leonard Epence Ren Mark Owenmers Hoplu Helene Madison Seen Waller

Richards and Tilden reach net final in pro championships

Vincent Richards of New York and Prandy T. Hantes of New Jersey advance to the net final after decisive victories. William Big Bull Tien of Oklahoma and Bruce Bates of Texas also perform, while Danvers cup tag names and other listed players show strong form in the tough field.

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Regatta entries list with scattered names and places

A dense OCR fragment lists numerous sailors drivers and owners across cities like San Antonio, St Louis, Tulsa, and Indianapolis. The garbled names include Boal, Hao Bower, Antonio, Verdiane, Vincent, Barbee, Johnson, and many others, with references to boats, pirates, and locations, suggesting a broad regatta entry sheet. The text mirrors an event program or roster page with scattered team and participant identifiers across multiple ports.

WyeEaas Olig Eaese Za Contematé Antuino Geo L. Colom Miami Ol Wagner Franke Divs Hansae Cyst Ribbe Souston Bexnorge Ony Balias Ars Neal Louis Freddie Nickel Res Fimael Oy St. Louis Serre Iinati Brett Frank Vincentula Roy Bernhard Fit Sam Wolstun Buby Ruth Brieft Reinhine Indianapolis Finn A. H Turk Tulsa San Antonin Johnzon Houston Texas Tide Miami Ola Eugens City Bila van Jeans Siwigah N.vergen Johnsen Blockton, Cullwaite Pirate Lutsan Louie Titi San Antonin Johnson Fe Saveris Denton Ft Worth Iitsa Indiananeus Grasite City Niin Hesson Ted Fort Stim Howsten Baby Huth San Antonia Jikens Ana Sen Amonto Ortiass Kasn Joel San Antinnin San Antonio Gheterota San Antonio Gland Bensas Civeepe Foun Sanpie Tad N. Soren Elockion Culine Pirate Cee Tulsans

How to Get to Boat Regatta and Travel Guide

Officials advise routes for boat regatta near McQueeney. Spectators may use Sezuin nign WAS route from Gast Mouston Street beyond Wiki Springs Golf course or a side road marked by signs and state police. Special buses run from Joannie Randolph Field to McQueeney with departures from 12, arriving by 2 PM for the first race. admission is 75 cents.

Hearst Mu- Queenry Sumtay Esata Urat Roe Houston AML McQueeney Ibe Joannie Randolph Field Alamo Travis Street Pitaty Af Dime Abe Luket

Deer and Turkey Season Ends Amid Storage Advice

Deer and turkey gun season closes with storage guidance for game. The text notes duties for keeping records of stored game and specifies allowed hold times, including a ten day limit for migratory birds and waterfowl after season end.

Seward Nolin Bouly

Mystery X Motor Fast Show At Lake McQuerry Race

George Coleman of Miami Ohio and Walter Barrett tested the so called mystery X motor on Lake McQuerry. Spectators reported the engine may have exceeded 60 miles per hour as the pair and their crew prepared to race at Saturday’s Antone Tegatta.

George Coleman Miami Ohls Lake McQuerry Susidey Coleman Walter Barrett Siibay Lske Poleman Antone Tegatta

Archery Golf Bout Ends In Close Springfield Match

Two Springfield archers Ike Kieffer and Dakin Reet scored 7 and 7 plus for 16 holes in a quirky bow and arrow contest at the "archery golf" event. Opponents Paris Graves and Wille Graves finished with 74, using varied bow weights and arrow rings as targets.

Springfield Ter Bowen Ike Kieffer Dakin Reet Aniry Wille Graves Paris

WITTING forward helps Beth-E nurses beat Methodist Penors

Colorado Springs report notes Dera0 Kurse Ashhd contributed 90 points from her eluate and 6R assists as the Beth-E nurses secured a win over the Methodist Penors. The game highlighted strong play by Ashhd and key scoring from the team.

Witting Indur Colorado Springs Kurse Ashhd Beth-E. Nurses Methodist Penors

Canadiens and Maroons Battle to 2 2 Tie in Montreal

Montreal saw the Canadiens and Maroons slug through a torrid night game that ended in a 2 to 2 draw. In Cleveland, the Indians beat Windsor's hockey squad 2 to 0 as Cormer starred in the goal defense.

Montreal Que Canadiens Maroons Cleveland Cleveland Indians Windsor Cor Dee Montreal Maroons Hockey Today Ayrer Jman

Forty Boats Parade in San Antonio Regatta Week

A sunny San Antonio regatta parade showcased 40 boats and motors headed by officials from the Texas Boat Club. California entrants Bi Edwards and Ernie Miller led a diverse field with drivers from across the nation, while local dignitaries and the regatta trophies were on display.

California George Tucker Houston Street T. Brooke Wead Forte Calliope San Antonio Ex Starcke Seguin Hmdar Starcke G. Willizans RE Commerce Chamber of Commerce William M. McIntosh The Light, Texas Alamo Boat Club Offlemis Hne Edwards Ernie Miller Stockton Calif Oie Guen Ing Didt Suger Hiesun Siinch Hearst

Texas Arts and Industries win thrilling extra period

In a tense college basketball game in Austin Texas Arts and Industries edged Texas Longhorns 33 to 32 in overtime. Cotton McNabb hit the decisive field goal to give his Javelina five the lead and the victory before a roaring crowd. Jack Grey led scoring with 17 points.

Austin Dev Texas Arts and Industries Rive Texas Longhorns Little “Cotton” McNabb Javelina Iigit Seversimes Jack Grey

High powered Fuel Among Racers Risks at Regattas

The article notes the dangers of handling and mixing high fuel loads for outboard racing motors. Dynax fuel, costing 95 cents per two gallons, is common, though its ingredients include alcohol and solvents. A reader asks about iodine’s purpose, with Skeptical pilot Ernie Millet joking that iodine might treat injuries if the engine explodes.

McQueegey Racing Motors Dé Dynax Thal East Ernie Millet Stockton Calli

Stars to Play Golf at Brackenridge Park Exhibition

Four star amateur golfers form a foursome at Brackenridge Park Sunday starting 1 21. Reu ben Albaugh teams with Lorraine Young against Back Willi Tord and Halbert Grumbies. A 1931 Port tidar section sale priced at 265 appears in the light classifieds.

Brackenridge Park Reuben Albaugh Lorraine Young Willi Tord Halbert Grumbies

Primo Carnera to Meet Loughran in Miami Bout

Primo Carnera will challenge Tommy Loughran for the heavyweight title in a 15 round match in Miami on January 10, with promoter details and training notes from manager Louis Soresi. Soresi says Carnera trains daily in New York and will leave for Miami in February if needed.

Rome Der Primy Carnera Italy Elft United States Tommy Loughran Miami Fla Louis Soresi Giant Soresi Primo Forest Prino New York Carrira Loughran

Eleven Man Title Winners at Excelsior High

Excelsior high school celebrates a decisive 24 to 0 victory over Bowloga as 11 youthful players earn regional football conference title honors. The season began with only 12 players available and discussions about continuing the sport, but the team pressed on and achieved national level distinction.

Okla Excelsior Football Faire Art Iron Men Gite River High Scho Charmup Excelsior High School Tomlbells Excelsior Bowloga

Parker Dominates Behr to Reach Indoor Tennis Final

Frankie Parker the No 4 seed defeated Duckie Behr 6-3 1-? 6-4 to advance to the final of the Junior Indoor tennis championship. Parker showcased superior blend of hustle and control, repeatedly pressuring Behr with sharp serves and precise returns. Melvin Tapman meanwhile defeated Isadore Berlin 6-4 2-? to reach the final round. other results included Loyman’s advance and Barnard’s Robert Low rally.

New York Andaron Gilbert A. Hunt Jr Joey Abrams Rigulows Frankie Parker Duckie Behr Roxbury Abrams Huot Tech George Ball Northwestern University Clinton Gay Packer Bahr Parker Pranklé Behrs Behr Jackie Johanter Isadore Berlin Favorita Bf Pallageiphia Ballia Bronx Lyman W. Gronsman Roo Barnard Achoot Robert A. Low Tthe Ohonte Behool Henry H. Daniels Long Island

Okeson Says Grid Rules to Stay the Same

Chicago December report on the National Collegiate Athletic Association convention states football rules chair Walter Okeson sees no need for major changes. He warns changes to please spectators risk safety and notes media hype has inflated the sport’s profile while stressing player safety above spectacle.

Okeson Leo Fischer Chicago Walter Okeson National Collegiate Athletic N.C Mle Uber Hou Okeran

San Angelo Football Team Seeks New Start After Graduation

San Angelo Texas announces letter awards for the football squad that reached the semi finals in the state race. With the full backfield and several linemen graduating, coach Harry Taylor has little to start with but will rely on a junior high squad next fall. Returning players include Hill Semalch and Doran, with Shotts and Faken filling in for injured or graduated teammates.

San Angelo Texas Dev Harry Taylor Curley Hays Herb Reid Speedy Quareler Pete Castelo Itallas Tech Tech Hill Semalch Doran Shotts Faken

Perry Holds No 1 In English Tennis

London report confirms Fred Perry remains England's top player in the official 1933 rankings by the Lawn Tennis Association. The article notes his victories including over Crawford and Cox, and lists the top 12 ranked players with names such as Austin, Wilde, Peters and Tinkler. Dorothy Hound presented Mrs. Helen Wins Moody at Wimbledon, ranking first among women.

Perry London Fred Perry England Lawn Tennis Association Jacl Crawford Ellsworth Vines Alien Cochet Barks Crawford Fd. Perry A.waustin N. Lee GF. Dughes Dr. G. C. Gregory F. Hy CD Wilde BR. Avery HL K Teater D. Tookey Ole BC. Peters Tinkler Dorothy Hound Helen Wins Moody Winbledon

Hialeah Horses to Adopt French Saliva Drug Test

The Hialeah park racing meeting will introduce an advanced narcotics testing system using a French saliva test. A veterinary committee will examine each horse in the paddock area to prevent drug use, with a specialized enclosure near the paddock to ensure random screening.

Hialeah Miami Fin Joseph ©. Widener Ainleah Park Philadelphia Praner

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