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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1936
Page
15
A vivid column at Alamo Downs Friday explores race day etiquette and fan behavior. It contrasts polite society with rowdy touts, gossiping bettors, and fans debating wagers while a scene of colorful racing lore unfolds.
NEW ORLEANS December 31. Grant of Atlanta and Frankie Parker of Lawrenceville, N. V., were to meet in the tennis finals at New Orleans Country Club courts Thursday afternoon for the Jones Tils title. Grant advanced by defeating defending champion Arthur Hendry of Florida, 6-3 8-8, while Parker eliminated Martin Finiby of Missouri.
The report cites Danno Mahony of Ireland at 230 pounds and Hank Barber of New York at 220 pounds in a body press event. It references classifications 18 to 24, general ad listings, and local notices in the classified section.
Sabinas Brewers defeat Mexico City University cagers 40 to 38 after a tight first half 23 to 15. Ted Duraschek led a decisive second-half rally with 12 points all under the basket as Belvador Resendez topped Mexicans with 16. Also notes “brother acts” by the Sanches Curiel and Resenda.
Unsettled weather delayed preparation for the Rose Bowl between Pittsburgh and Washington. Forecasts predict more rain and showers, threatening a muddy field and prompting officials to consider cancellation. Both teams favor traditional colors blue for Pitt and purple for Washington, while debate continues over jersey color and ball handling on a wet surface.
Hy Elerington, 33, the oldest living thoroughbred stallion in America, will have a birthday and New Year’s party at Keeneland. Invitations went to turfmen nationwide as plans include speeches, a special oats treat, and a public reception hosted by George A. Bain. Bailot, born 190k in a bluegrass lineage, raced in England then retired to stud with progeny such as Kit Howre and others continuing the bloodline.
Adhwssndlin and Sterling Burke, city handball doubles champions, prep to defend their state title after a Wednesday victory. They beat Frank Huntress Jr. and Charley Reynolds 21 7 21 10 to claim the city crown for the second straight year and will headline the Dallas state final in mid January with Sandlin also in an exhibition on New Year’s Day.
The Toledo Cup championship is awarded to Minnesota after a dramatic final judged by 250 sports editors. Minnesota leads Northwestern and Fordham 240 to 6 and 2 respectively, with preliminary votes shifting to favor Minnesota as the favorite to claim the mythical football title.
In Milwaukee on Friday afternoon Presidus Steele defends his middleweight title against veteran Ger a Jones in a 10 round contest. The bout marks Steele first title defense and Jones bid to regain the crown he held briefly in a National Boxing Association tournament. Advance tickets exceed 11 000 as promoters report strong advance sales.
From the press box vantage point these clockers track horse workouts at Alamo Downs in the early morning hours. Ralph Leavitt James Gruber and E Schwartz are noted Daily Racing Form experts watching and recording times. A view shows a working horse through the glass.
A fragment explains that air does not liquefy until below 220 degrees Fahrenheit and compares ice at 32 degrees above zero. It mentions a kettle of liquid air boiling on tin and claims the vapor will evaporate fully. It invites readers to write Mr. Ripley with an SASE for questions about Believe It or Not cartoons.
California and Rhode Island led a nationwide uplift in thoroughbred racing revenue in 1936, boosting state treasuries with $8,192,472. AP survey of 16 states shows handle rising to $257,344,169 from $219,598,090 in 1935 though New York and Louisiana are excluded from state take. Rhode Island topped per‑state income with over $1.19 million. California profits reached $204,667, Arkansas and Texas varied. overall gains reflect more racing days and higher wagering activity.
In a garbled report from Chicago to Fairmont and Charleston, a boxing bill in Jona Lankey drew 189 in Cleveland. The results section is incomplete and difficult to interpret due to OCR errors.
Dallas reports flawless football weather as Texas Christian and Marquette fine tune for the Cotton Bowl clash. Forecasters predict clear skies and a cool start with sun later, while ticket sales loom toward 25 000. Teams study Marquette’s offense and TCU’s pass defense as key players nurse injuries and weather and lineup elements shape the eve of game plans.
Bohemian Club won 22 to 1 against St Theresa's Warriors in an interleague game at Woodlawn Lake on Wednesday night. Bohemian club lineup featured Montez 5 Rodriguez 4 Chaven 6 Brave 8 Andrade Sabs Aldape Lerano and others. St Theresa's roster included Aguilay Mendez Castillas Yara and Banchey with T Hernandes among guards.
Katy Rawls of Miami Beach Florida wins the 50 yard breaststroke in Gulsa's International Sports Week swimming meet with a 35.3 second time. The event was described as a record result during the Havana competition held on December 31.
The report notes a Thursday city recreation league game where Omnty Fraternity defeated an Edgar led squad 24 to 15 in a low scoring contest at Central. The program also includes a 46 to 24 win by the Bankers over Queen Anne Cleaners and Public Service’s 39 point victory over Goodyear Tires. Scorers and substitutions are listed with names such as Tobin, Rodriguez, and Felt, among others.
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