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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1949

Page

6

Demaret Wins Phoenix Open With New Putt Grip Change

Jim Demaret credits his new putting grip for victory in the Phoenix Open, defeating Ben Hogan in an 18 hole final. He carded a four under 67 after switching grip at George Fazio’s urging, securing first prize money and a share of gate receipts while Hogan earned second place.

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Rabret Gal at a Glance of American Nations Day

Fragmented OCR text notes a mention of American nations day with garbled phrases about soldiers or games and breathing through trees. The readable portions hint at a historical or ceremonial event but lack clear facts, dates, or entities to confirm specifics.

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Luce Set to Compete in Texas Open Golf Event

Luce, thrice winner of the Texas junior championship and former San Antonian, headlines a strong field for the Texas Open at Brackearldze Park course. Notables include Er. Dulei Hartigony and Dick Melz. Entries include George Fazio Milton Nacusic Ges Kennedy and amateur Doug Ford as snow clogs the course from Feb 10 to 13.

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Sports Roundup From Adserisint Frese Nobus Ohio

Fragmented roundup mentions Ohio and Marshall, with unclear names and events. No readable teams or scores are extractable.

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Tunney Sees Boxing As Boring Business Suit

Gene Tunney, now a Stamford building executive, returned to the U S from Australia and dismissed the heavyweight scene as uninteresting. He criticized Lewis, Louis, Savold and Charles, calling Charles the best live challenger and noting a lack of boxing material in Australia.

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Parkers Rally Edges Texas A and M For Loop Lead

Arkansas Pazersbacks pull away late to beat Texas A and M 62 to 57 in Fayetteville lifting them within reach of first in the Southwest Conference race. Center Bob Ambler scored 24 as John DeWitt added 26 to counter Aggies Jewell McDowell 13. Bayy Jor’s squad holds a slim lead with Texas and Rice tied for second. Next up Methodist and Texas Christian meet in Dallas Friday night.

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Champagne Wins Golden Gloves at Abilene Regional

Beau Champagne of San Antonio, a freshman at Hardin-Simmons University, captured the heavyweight title in the Abilene regional Golden Gloves by defeating Wicky Roberson on a decision. He secured his third title and earned a place in the Fort Worth state finals.

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College Basketball Leaders Show Unbeaten Streaks

The period notes Hamline as the nation’s sole unbeaten college team, while Villanova suffers a setback. Villars posts a 12 in 2 stretch, and Exeter or similar foes appear strong, with the Dukes carving a path as a key rival remains undefeated.

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Unbeaten City Conference Fives Collide

The City Conference race tightens as Lanier Voks and Brackenridge Eagles meet at Jefferson Rim in a key showdown. Both unbeaten in league play, the winner could near a first-half perfect record. Other Tuesday games include Burbank vs Harlandale and Tech vs Alamo Heights, with several Southwest Academic and non conference matchups on the slate.

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Bolanos Faces Ford in Coast Title Defense

Enrique Bolanos of Los Angeles, listed as a top lightweight in California, expected to defend his state 133 pound title tonight against opponent Ralten. The bout, held on the coast, features Bolanos as a favorite amid strong punching power and recent form.

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Women's Golf Tourney Set At Country Club

Weather permitting the weekly tourney at the Country Club will be staged on Wednesday. Players will tee off at 9 30 a m and 4 30 p m with a field featuring nearby clubs and local entrants.

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Kentucky Takes No. 1 in AP basketball poll

Kentucky is the new No 1 team in the weekly AP poll of sports writers and sportscasters. Notre Dame’s 2 point win over tragically noted opponents helped set Kentucky ahead with a 14 2 record while St Louis slips to second. Oklahoma A&M Western Kentucky Illinois and Stanford also claim first place votes.

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Coach contracts and coach stealing in college sports

Dr Henry Celaya criticizes coach stealing and suggests binding contracts or salary offset to retain coaches. The piece notes pro and con views, mentions Lou Little, SMU Kyle Rete, Doak Walker, and Doak Walker's Cotton Bowl performance. It also cites Chicago White Sox manager Frank Lane on players to watch and ends with the idea that colleges return star players to classrooms as amateurs.

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City Bowling Meet Announces 146 Entries For Wimpionship

The City Bowling Meet 4 record entry lists 146 entrants for the men s bowling tournament at Main Center. Secretary Manager Chuck Greentree announced times will be set in the coming days. Last year 11 teams competed and this year plans include 243 doubles pairs and 458 singles competitors.

Main Center Chuck Greentree

Dog Show Set for Coliseum in San Antonio

A spring dog show is planned at the Coliseum in San Antonio on April 16. Contingent officials include Capt. A C Berry and other local organizers coordinating entries and exhibit space.

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Tilden-Tossed In Jail Again

LOS ANGELES police arrested former tennis champion William Tilden after a 13 year old boy accused him of improper advances on Wilshire Boulevard. Tilden faced charges of contributing to the delinquency of a minor and violating probation tied to a previous offense. He remained in jail overnight pending further proceedings while denying the new accusation.

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City League schedule altered for Wednesday night matchup

City Major League basketball schedule changed from Sunday slate. Marine Corps Reserves were set to face Alamo Jewelers at 8 15 p m Wednesday but marine unit inspection blocks the engagement. Spillman Force and the 3700 Medica squadron were to play WHE in a league game, details unclear.

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