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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1934

Page

13

New Year's Day at Alamo Downs Promises Fast Shorts

Racing at Alamo Downs features short two furlong two year old races amid heavy track conditions and a seven race card after scratches. The New Year's Day handicap of 1800 dollars for three year olds and up looms, with My Dandy top weighted at 114 and other contenders like Indians Salute and Maple Husky drawing scrutiny as fans await the first graded meet of the year.

Alamo Downs Binch Clint Bétle Charlesy Henry Buts Wimh Dandy J. B. McKee T. N. Westal Maple Husky Odd Nick Mrs Floyd West Wichita City Tuessy Zenka Fhiratime Woodlander Getarang Hinkory Ged Sad Knight Claw Wre

Twenty Grand Doubtful Starter At Santa Anita Stakes

Santa Anita track looms into its second week as Tuesday’s New Year Stakes draw sees Twenty Grand listed as a doubtful starter. Other entrants include Hirlide Riticular Top How High Gen and Head Piny in the race with around 4000 dollars in prize money.

Santa Anita Track Anca. DU Tatif. Dee Santa Anita Racing Chick Finterest Top How High Gen

Opening Agua Caliente meet witnesses 10000 crowd

Agua Caliente Dec 31 opening saw 10000 fans as Wick G Bow led a feature event while G. 2, Ewings, Care lock, Tilt won 620 straight amid white racing. Portageville Missouri reports Jack Hitcheen, advance agent for Olson and Johnson, killed and his wife injured after a vehicle truck collision near here late last night.

Agua Caliente Max Wick G. Bowma Ewings Carelock Tilt Raed Grasn Portageville Jack Hitcheen Olson and Johnson

Rose Bowl Grid Games Record of Rose Bowl Grid Games

Record of Rose Bowl grid games lists various match results from 1915 to 1933 including Washington, Brown, Oregon, California, Navy, Notre Dame, Stanford, Alabama, Georgia Tech, Pittsburgh, Tulane and other teams with scores for each year and opponent in a compact listing.

Notre Dame Stanford Alabama Washington Bitteburgh Georgia Tech California Pittsburgh Alshams Washington State 3. C Tulane Cohmbis

Allison and Bell Tangle in New Orleans Sports Carnival

In New Orleans on December 31, the first annual New Orleans Midminer Sports association survival event continued after the Sugar Bowl regatta at Lake Pontchartrain. Wilmer Allison and Berkeley Bell reached the singles final with notable wins, and Ernie and Earl Sutter faced off in doubles, as the carnival builds toward the New Year’s Day intersectional football game between Tulane Green Wave and undefeated Texas A&M.

New Orleans Mid- Miner Sports Association Southern Yacht Club Lake Ponchartriin New Orleans Country Club Wilmer Allison Berkeley Bell Carnivel Tein- Me University Tulane Mlison J_ Gilbert Hall Orange N. C Bel He Austin Tex Star JI Sutter Tall Doc Barc Dallas Ernie Sutter Ea Sutter

Yarosz to Meet Battaglia in Windmill Scraps January 6

Yarosz, holder of the world middleweight title, is set to face Frankie Battaglia of Winnipeg in a 12 round bout at Pittsburgh's Windmill on January 6. Yaroz has beat Paul Pirrone Sammy Slaughter Kid Leonard and Bu Saltis while losing to Young Terry Battaglia recently stopped Kid Leonard last Friday in Chicago.

Yarosz Frankie Battaglia Pilttsaurgi Dee 4 Pittsburgh Teddy Yarosz Eagh Summer Frankie Battaglia Winnipeg Lee Canadiat Yaross Paul Pirrone Sammy Slaughter Kid Leonard Bu Saltis Young Terry Battag

Browns to Play 23 Spring Exhibition Games

The St. Louis Browns will engage in 23 exhibition games during spring training next year. The team will depart for West Palm Beach Florida by February 22 under Manager Horns, with the final squad announced by Virginia Melvoy.

ST. Lewis Vee St. Louis Browns L. CG Melvoy Sere Inter Hornsby West Palm Beach Fla

Added Incentive For Howell in Dixie Tilt Victory Drive

Pasadena dispatch reports Gail Patrick, noted screen actress, boosts Alabama halfback Dick Howell in his bid to defeat Stanford University in today’s decisive game. Patrick’s public support may sway fans and prove a key incentive for Howell as the Crimson Tide seeks victory.

Pasadena Calif Dee Gail Patrick Hirmingham Ala Dick Howell Alaham Dixie Stanford University Toestay Pairteh Nowell

Close Rose Bowl prediction as Alabama faces Stanford

In Pasadena on New Year’s Day Alabama and Stanford coaches concede a tight Rose Bowl clash with breaks likely to decide the outcome. Alabama’s Thomas voices doubt over Angelich’s ankle but expects a hard fought game. Stanford’s Thornhill praises his team’s readiness while noting key injuries and a capacity crowd of about 95,000.

Pasadena Calif Une Alebhom Stanford Frank Thomas Crimson Tide Claude Tiny Thornwd Teaghns Lalsuengh Thomas Oloven Angelich Halfuark Colon Red Regiment United States Slabaina Bing Ho Tomory San Antonia Thali Grayson Grinnimgly Olay Tiny Thor Ind Vriley California Moserips Alabama Cadifornia Utah Note Dame Ler Eud Hutson Hatfhack Howell Cringon Tide Branford Santa Clara Dixie BML Sowth

Will Rogers Jr Stars in Stanford Polo Win

Will Rogers Jr led Stanford to a 5 to 2 polo victory over the Oklahoma Milli- tary academy quartet from Claremore. The Claremore town audience donated the tip, while the academy four won the season’s first two games. Rogers Jr was scored on three times Sunday.

Will Rogers Los Angeles Dee Will Rogers Jr Beetad Stanford University Oklahoma Millay Academy Auartet Claremore Will Gr Claremore Pololsis Academy Wik Jr

Bucknell Buckeyes Heat Slowed by New Year Practice

Bucknell players endured two hours under a blazing sun as Genet Ed Mylin voiced hope for a cold spell ahead of the Missouri clash with Miami Hurricanes on New Year’s Day. Northern visitors tired quickly, prompting concerns over weather. Coach Auff expressed doubt about how the Hurricanes could test the GOs, noting the heavy workout was followed by light practices for both teams.

Miami Pla Bucknell My- Jin Olin Hurricanes

Saturday Explanations and a Lost Dog of Hendrix Farm

A bizarre tale from Callon, Westie region, where a dog named Spot mourned its master John S. Hendrix near Tipley Tennessee. Hendrix died in late April 1933 and was buried locally. Spot later dug up the grave and lay on the coffin, seen as a broken heart by neighbor Samuel Smith. Tomorrow’s note invites readers to respond to a call about a calendar item.

John S. Hendrix Tipley Tennesser Hendrix Oy Sanuy Smith Smith Spot Jove Hendrix Ibe Doz Smilin Eorsey

Dallas Stars top El Ranchitos in Arlington polo clash

Billy Britt of Houston powered Dallas to a 10 to 0 victory over El Ranchito Polo Club in Arlington on Sunday, scoring five goals and delivering a strong all around performance. Ceci Childers led El Ranchito with three goals in the quarter, while Dallas teammates Dr. Raworth Williams DB. H Stephens Jr. and Murray Samuel contributed. Clarence Stark Bob Lightfoot and Wharton formed the Dallas riding lineup.

Dritt el Ranchitos Fort Worth Billy Britt Houston Dallas Potoists el Ranchito Polo Arlington Ceci Childers Ranchita Dallas Raworth Williams DB. H Stephens Jr Murray Samuel Childers Clarence Stark Bob Lightfoot Wharton

Rex Mays Wins Coast Auto Race Title on Ascot Course

Rex Mays of Riverside, Galil, crowned Pacific coast auto racing champion for 1084 after a fifth plate performance in the 159 mile Ascot race in Los Angeles. Al Gordon of Long Beach led early, then held his margin through the 160 laps as Gaet Ryter of Los Angeles finished in the mix.

Los Angeles Leo Rex Mays Riverside Galil Pacific Coast Auuto al Gordon Long Beam

Grayson Era Faces Alabama in Classic Showdown

Sag Coast supporters back Grayson as Stanford seeks upset in the Rake Bowl classic before 85,000 at Pasadena. Nevers era echoes as Stanford braces for a clash with Alabama, led by All-Americans Hutson Howell and Ler, a title hopeful with Grayson injured yet determined.

Rose Bowl Lineups Show Alabama Stars in Detail

Alabama players Fos and others line up for the Rose Bowl with weights listed for each man. Names include Hutson Moser and Bryant among backs ends and linemen. officials named are Referee Bob Evans and Umpire Cort Majors with various collegiate associations.

Alabama Fos Lyanfuord Don Hutson I James Moserip Bill Leefc L. T. Bob Reynolds Charles Marr Ll. G. Woodward Adams Kay Francis Co Westley Muller Bob Morrow R. G. Lawrence Royble James Whatley R T. Claude Callaway Paul Bryant R. E. Keith Topping Riley Smith Q. B. Frank Abustiza Millard Howell L. H. Elza van Dellen Jim Angelich R. H. Bob Hamilton Joe Demyanovich F. B. Bobby Grayson Bob Evans Milliken Cort Majors California G. M. Phillips Georgia Tech R. J. Ducote Alabama Poly

Hagen In Godi Spot To Win Open Golf

The article details Hagen’s strong move toward the lead in the Lakewood Country Club event with a 18-hole tally near the leaders. Notables in contention include Parks, Ghezi, and Lees, amid a field of pros and amateurs at Pasadena.

Hagen Godi Hong Peach Galt Sir Waller Huger California Sir Walter Sueday Aid Qian Amivdate Commiselair Pasadena Lakewood Tony Benels Tne Baie Cikg Jim Melfale Public Litks

Wrestling title fight on Wednesday draw fringe crowd

Report covers a wrestling event with Pilly Edwards as top contender and Hale Reilly prominent. Semifinal features Marvin Westanberg and Rollend Kiverwaeyer of German descent. One fall prelim includes Janie Revard from San Antonio tagging for Randolph Field unit with mixed heritage notes.

Pilly Edwards Nead Munteer Pat Reitty Aee Hare Iy Cothman Son Naes Aimit Marvin Westanberg Rollend Kiverwaeyer Hol Joe Greenberg Dowith Brauer Roland Janie Revard San Antonio Estes Randolph Field

Ward Recovering After Operation At Local Hospital

Ward is doing well after an operation. Joe Wats and team report progress and expect limited visitors for several days. Family plans to monitor Ward at home while medical staff oversee recovery and assess next steps.

Ward Joe Wats Esizan High School Hairston Mitch

Stars Entered in Ping-Pong Title Meet

The first city open ping pong championship opens at the YMCA on Tuesday with top players including Vavold Porks Jeffarson and Mast Young. Registration closes Monday at 6 p.m. at 301 Martin Street or The San Antonio Light. Competitors may bring paddles. prizes will be awarded in four divisions.

Dennis Helt Ab Ihe Uwatil Ane Vavold Porks Neier Una Jeffarson Capitn Will Sonny Event Raymond Vveljudey der Maes Robert Geld Hock Yielwd A Polfer Earl Zucht YM. OC Martin Street San Antonio Harold Polka Se W W. Owed Alps Prochnan Leonard Schelper Fred F. McCoy Max Kahn Dighem Hye H.W. Adams Robert Mersinger Jack Coltervier Wil

Nine Swim Records Fall at Miami Olympic Meet

In Miami Florida on December 1 nine record performances marked the third annual Olympic meetElinor Hahn Los Angeles set a 50 yard stroke mark of 1253 4 10 and a world record of 152 Also she posted a 100 yard back stroke record of 114 5 Ralph Tionagan Miami claimed three national marks 613 28 for 500 meters 2145 for 900 yards and 110 for 500 yards Leine Bight Homestead set a 500 yard freestyle record at 630 5 Alive Bridges Within s ville Mass clocked the 400 yard backstroke Katherine Rawls Fort Lauderdale Fla lowered the 200 yard medley standard to 4141 5 The Women s Swimming Association relay crew Lidell Lifson Harrison Dickinson broke the nations 40 yard relay record in 423 3 3.

Miami Fla AL UL Elinor Hahn Javeét Los Angeles Ralph Tionagan Homestead Vavelec Alive Bridges Withinsville Mass Katherine Rawls Fort Lauderdale Fin Women's Swimming Association Elsie Per= lidl Janice Lifson Elizabeth Harrison Dorothea Dickinson

Tex Burger Announces Birth Of Eight Pound Boy

Burges former armatte Tex Burger Proud Pana of Husky Boy announces arrival of an eight pound boy at his home 193 Simpson steel. The youngster Tex Jy, of course.

Tex Burger Pana Burges Armatte Simpson Steel Tex Jy

Big Six Scoring Update From Associated Press

Fragmented AP summary notes scattered results across the Big Six conference. Teams mentioned include Stanford, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, and Emporia Teachers with various scores such as Minnesota 24 and Nebraska 26, Kansas in play.

Asociated Werivakies Stanford Nebraska Kansas Minnesota Fmporia

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