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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1946

Page

2

Putter leads Demaret in Tucson Open golf

Aziz Tucson Feb 2 Dim Demaret recalls an old putter as eight players shoot 64s or better in the Tucson open third round. Ray Mangrum matched a course record 64, while Demaret sits one stroke ahead in a tight field. Lead changes and strong rounds mark a competitive two rounds at the El Rio course.

Tucson Aziz Dim Demaret el Rio Houston Texas Ray Mangrum Los Angeles Harry’ ‘Told Dallas Chaandler Harper Portsmouth Hey George Schneltes Salt Lake City Utah Whith Demaret Navy Vitetory Oakland San Franciare Western New Orleans Petersburg Augusta Kat Walter

Bears and Razorbacks Vie for Southwest Conference Lead

Southwest Conference race tightens as Baylor and Arkansas emerge as top contenders after recent wins. Baylor blasts Texas Christian while Arkansas thumps SMU. Texas and Texas A&M also win or host opponents as week two ends with no national games scheduled.

Bears Baylor Hogs Arkansas Arkansis Brek Southern Methodist Fayetteville Texas Christian Lavels Wato Joop Texas Stoors Longhorns Austin Texas A Huntsville San Houstong State Metaha Relumclerk Carter Jallif Foo Kak Fatty TD Borengoe Morton Isi Nowtanwl Epimunday Tabersan G. Smith Ernst Arwinan Gaba Curtin

Hansenne Makes American Debut At Millrose Games

New York set to host a packed Millrose program at Madison Square Garden with Marcel Mansenr Frenelman facing Leslie MacMitchell for the Wanamaker Mile. Hansenne makes his American debut amid a strong field including Tommy Quinn Bil Mellawipe Bill Leonard and Jimmy Herbert in the 400 and other events. MacMitchell projects a 4.11 pace while Hansenne eyes 4.14 despite lung concerns from the smoky Garden air. Ed Bugger Harney Ewell and Stan Callender lead other sprint and distance showpieces as the meet features 34 college entrants and a slate of elite invitational runners.

New York Tilleen Madison Square Garden Marcel Mansenr Frenelman Leslie MacMitcnell Halder Tommy Quinn Bil Mellawipe Gly Rents Ment “Athletic Association York Bill Leonard Nate Dame Hansenne Hanson Paris Sweden Gunder Haegg Mack Tcmell Tanserne MacMitchell Navy Herbert Harney Ewell Ed Bugger Walls

Servo and Robinson Fight Set May 24 in New York

Marty Servo, new welterweight champion, beat Freddie Cochrane in four rounds at Madison Square Garden, earning a $50,000 purse but costing Servo a net loss after expenses. He announced Robinson will challenge for the crown on May 24, with further tuneups planned at MSG.

Uy Lawsun Larvel New York UINSS Marty Servo New Ward Ray Robinson Servo Freddie Red” Cochrane al Weill Robinson Ft Robins Fiead Madison Square Garen Cochrane Serva Ingoon Knochkuut-Orne Serva Dangles Servas

WAVES and WACs Clash in Corpus Christi Showdown

The WAVES face the WACs in a Corpus Christi game at Port Salur night. In a later men’s match, Cary’s Cherish won 29 6 12, highlighting a rough contest and showcasing local service teams.

Corpus Chvisii Naval Air] Station Fort Sam Howsten Sam Salur Halistod Technicians' School North Cary Aru Se Thegies Lkeit Siiata WAVES WACS Corpus Christi Carys Cherish Wonner

Sweepstakes Golf at Brackenridge Park This Sunday

Sweepstakes golf event at Brackenridge Park Sunday with a $5 entry all prize money to the pot. Starling Umes reserved 10 to 12:30 for tee times, players may start any hour. Kelly Pield Civilian Golf Association holds semimonthly sweepstakes at Riverside Park Saturday and Sunday with handicaps from previous tourney and a bogey format offering five prizes.

Swechyeakes Brackenridge Park Kelly Pield Civilian Golf Association Riverside Park

Houston Girls in Cage Contest Here

Houston girls basketball fans will see the Richey Gracers of Pers Jon as they host a benefit game Saturday night at Brack oiripe gym. The program includes MCA Independents versus Wesley Moise at 7 30 after a 2 30 tip off. Proceeds go to Mary McCord and Kelly dager hospital patients. Starling Heep led visitors with forwards Annir Sesryska and Marjorig Marsh, and guards Netty Wills, Sis Koll and Red Mshoney. Reserves include Vari White Sissie Mackey Pete Barbe and Bobby Wines. Kellys team, 25 men, is formed from Supply and Payroll transfers.

Richey Pers Jon Aanen Wesley Moise Gale Mary McCord Kelly Breten Naene Starling Heep Pokey Beaumien Annir Sesryska Marjorig Marsh Netty Wills Sis Koll Red Mshoney Vari White Sissie Mackey Pete Barbe Bobby Wines Manienaret

1948 Award Finally Reaches Dean Cromwell

Angeles Feb 2 Dean F. H. Cromwell veteran track mentor of the University of Southern California received a special watch after three years delay due to World War II. The award honors his feat of guiding the Trojans to nine consecutive NCAA track championships.

Angeles Dean FH. Cromwell Vateran Erick Dench University of Southern California Veneratia Trojans

Zivic Loses To Bell In Detroit Welterweight Bout

DETROIT February 2 Fritzie Zivic failed to keep pace with ONeill Bell as Bell won a 10 round decision at Olympia. Bell weighed 152 pounds to Zivics 149. Bell pressed most of the bout and finished strong with both hands as the final bell rang.

Detroit Fritzie Zivic O'Neill Bell Olympia Bell Zivie

District 65 8 Nigewond High cage tournament final set

District 65 8 Ninewond High School hosts a cage tournament with Ron Raiders defeating Urine Charlie 74 to 12 in a preliminary game. Garisting High seats at 2pm as two heats determine finalists. Sourdanton meets Pensanton in the second heat, with the final scheduled Saturday night. The district 65 8 title comes through a series of preliminaries and a final on February 16.

Nigewond High School Ron Raiders Taki Om Raterday Diarkit Agarins Sourdanton Pensanton Ceownty Houston San Antonin

Lanier Edges Edison as 28 A race tightens deadlock

Lanier Voks pull even with Hatlasdale Iidians after a 40 40 tie with Skot Wells Blue Devils on Friday night. South San Antonio Bobrats top Edison Tears to claim undisputed third, with Lanier Hot Wells in a tense chase and key players like Ted Castellano, Tom Lowrie, Walter Kiborn, and Barborak turning in scoring sprees.

Lanier Voks Skot Wells Blue Devils Hot Wells Court Lanier Hatlasdale Edison South San Ted Castellano Woles Ital Wolly Bthe Hai Linder Filisken Tom Lowrie Hot Wells Elson Wness Ned Ivo Bn Edison Tanlon Chattersg Arsene ES Calera Rodrigniog

St Marys University Raters Defeat Wesley Mause 41 31

City League game saw St Marys University Raters lead 20 11 at halftime and hold on to beat Wesley Mause 41 to 31 Friday night at the gymnasium.

St. Mary's University Raters Wesley Mause St. Mary's. Igymnasium

Davis Cup Draw Sets US Opponents In Europe Zone

In Melbourne, the United States draws the Philippines in the Davis Cup zone elimination. Britain faces France in a key European pairing while other first round matches include Spain against Switzerland and Yugoslavia against Turkey. New Zealand awaits the Western Hemisphere winner.

Melbourne United States Europe Great Britain France Australia Joan Latham Atlons Pele Drasyn Self Trowask Austrsila Wan Adrian Quist John Bromwich U.S Bobby Riggs Don Jude Mexico Canada Britain Spain Switzerland Oslovakia Turkey Yugoslavia Devpl Benmark China Belgium Monaco Sweden Netherlands Ireland New Zealand Austral Latham Ole Bow Picweo Jack Crawford Harry Klopman IL AL Dil Lawn ‘Tennis Associaton Gots Norman Brooks Australian Labororius Association Act

Jefferson High Mustangs Extend District Lead in 55 18 Victory

Jefferson High Mustangs defeated Kerrville Nyx Antlers 55 to 18 to claim their seventh District 16-AA win and 18th overall. Pat Knight scored 18 points, Ellis Wilson 13, as Jefferson built an 18-3 first quarter lead and led 31-7 at halftime. Brackenridge idle, Tech led Corpus Christi, and Teck's win kept the race tight with Brackenridge. Teams: Jefferson, Kerrville Nyx Antlers, Brackenridge, Tech, Corpus Christi, Burbank, Laredo, Austin. Dates and exact venue: Jefferson gymnasium.

Jefferson High Mustangs Nyy Antlers Kerrville Jefferson Gymnasium Brackenridges Eagies Jeff Burbank Bulldogs Wagle San Antonio Iech Pat Knight Ellis Wilson Mustang TECH LEU AIL TI WAY \_ Tech Jor Barton Tech Denton Corpus Deiferson Sup Knight Janna Witte Wilgan Rote & Ferming Boal Carter Newman Luts Dayer Iuncark Tenergike Mich Yet Danner steOniigs Cantweal Reed Bernal Sehauer Dayton Sevanee Araya Ramos

Veltman on Beam As Central Wins

Veltman scored 12 points to pace Central Catholic Buttons to a 41-28 victory over the WMT Panthers. Central led 16 to 9 at halftime. Other scorers included Vander Zee 14 for the Panthers and Toscana 8, Sobieska 8, Muir 4, Rogers 3, Tichter 3 for Central.

Remy Veltman Central Catholic Buttons WMT Panthers Rein Vane der Zeee Central Central—Syasin Toscana Veitmin Sobieska Madr Green Kent Qusanova Garva Vandenzers Muir Stuart Rogers Tichter Bell Taxi Ats

Lee Winner Edges Ryan in Rough Midweight Bout

Lee a former Grand Island Neb middleweight from Los Angeles won a close in round decision over Jackie Ryan of San Francisco at Tollywood Liginn stadium. The bout featured a stamp pang battle with no knockdowns and Lee weighed 193 pounds to Ryan's 152.

Lee Hollywood Don Lee Grand Island Los Angeles Jackie Ryan San Francisco Ryan

Fight Results From New York to Philadelphia Boxing Matches

Boxing results listed from New York to Philadelphia with fighters including Marty Servo Sehirraduly and Joe Todeneuez. Numerous bouts show decisions and knockouts across cities such as Detroit Worcester Boston Providence and San Diego with various scores and outpoints.

New York Marty Servo Sehirraduly N.Y Central Falla Ry Trunswick Matna Nobtihy Podev Portland Ernie Gina Weal Warwick Joe Collett Raat Providence San Diaggo Cal Leon Spencer Detroit Tire Chivo Carvajal Dawn Nox Oy Gam Francisco Alr Hay Tinoyn Ran Prandiees Baning Hughes Tetralt

Villanueva Wins Six Rounds In New Orleans Bout

Hein Villanueva battered Jose Andrea in a six round decision at 125 3 4 pounds here in New Orleans. The Texas based fighter dominated the action, earning a clear victory in a tough contest.

New Orleans Hein Villancuva San Antona Texas Jose Andrea Iaight

College basketball results from across many colleges

A long list of basketball scores from various colleges and service teams, with teams like Manhattan, Fordhorn, Cathedral, Buffalo, Swarthmore, West Virginia Wesleyan, Georgia Tech, Florida, Virginia Tech, Oklahoma A and M, DePaul, Northwestern, Purdue, and many others reported. Scores span a wide range and include overtime results and neutral-site showings, reflecting a broad midseason tally.

Associated Press EASE Manhattan Fordhorn Fuel Schuyler Cathedral Indiantown Gap Fort Mrode Mdj Galaudet Washington Callene Univeratty Buffalo Wredonia State ‘Teachers College Rock ‘Feachers California Teneneta Trenton State Jersey ‘City Pennsylvania Military College Swarthmore SOUTH Davidnon College At Johmrieston Newberry Citadel Arkansas State West Tennes Sea State Ouachita AQ Hendrix Memphis NATTC Camp Rabingon Furman Wofford Hiwassee North Georgia Jacksonville NAS Pensacola Dilligan Tuxulum Bethany West Virginia Wesleyan West Virginia Tech Concord Lynchbure College Emory and Henry Georgia Tech Florida Virginia Tech Richmond Virginia George Washington Curtis Bey Coast Guard Norfolk Naval Training Station Gotawba Lenon Rhyne Hampden Sydney Bridgewater Eastern Kentucky Murray State University of Mississippi Butllraps Loyola Camp Shelby Mina Louisiang State New Origany Naval Weepilel Kangne City Junior College Ihilheaths Business Colinee St. Sosepu Gracelant Toway Parsons Tows Wealayan Fort Sheridan Chanyute Ble Innea Teachers Si University of South Dakota Bethel Kaa Bakerdinns Monmouth Inls Cloud Misty Kan Amporlaraska Wesleyan Weachers Aly Iowa Nive Sedalia ‘S Havin Air Base Steinson Penn Iowa Daaig Wesleyan North jCentral College ML Union Thiel Central Michigan Assumption Comite Kenyan Nebraska South Dakota State Washington Daive Laws Tulsa University Ti UN Ball State Benjamin Morrison Atulevsvir Collek Northwestern Purdue Missouri State Southwest Missouri State Axion Kent State Kentucks Wilbertores Warrenatung Mtn Tanchers Maryville Teachers II Southwest Arkansas Il Buster New Mexico New Mexico Imeauitute Arizona State Tenon Atlaona State College Flagstaff Whitmoat Gon Univer Nyenda Chico State Montana Sinte Montana Navy Sir Dicey University of California AL Ct Ragien W. Fon Columsia Portland

Three Women Tie For First In Brackenridge Golf Tourney

Mas M Niederman Mrs Jon West and Mrs Hob Ravhee each posted net 77 to share the lead in the weekly San Antonio Women’s Golf Association event at Brackenridge Park. Niederman claimed the net prize under the Western breakdown rule. Players will not compete next Friday due to a Teas Open.

Mas M. J. Niederman Jon West Hob Ravhee San Antonio Brackenridge Park Niederman

Alamo League Scores Narrow Upsets Friday Night

In Alamo league play Brackenridge edged Central Catholic 19 to 0 while Jefferson defeated Burbank 25 to 20 and Brackenridge topped D turned back Toe 42 to 40 in a Friday slate of games.

Brackenridge Central Catholic Jefferson Wen Burbank

Chicago Bowling Tournament Highlights and Player Standings

Read today about the Chicago bowling championship with top totals and notable performances. Veterans and rising stars, including Lin Lau, Stanley Stuxo, and Albert Walter, post strong scores as Cleveland, Euclid, and Chicago clubs vie for top placements amid a crowded field and historic totals.

Chicago Rep Yan —Arfeilsh Immuary Uf TKO Adea Stanley Stuxo Buck Cinere Toptawert Chaves Lawaehe Euclid Ohio Twin, Labs Otunn Jewlery Stan Weselare Minneanais Albert Walter Chuck O'Donaltl Tack Moore Charles Wilkinson O Mainete

Medics Triumph In Rough Army Arena Tilt

Nick Okruch led the Medics with 14 points as the Fourth Army edged the opposing team 47 to 40 at Sporty Arena. Okruch hit key baskets while teammates Yur cluk Parker and O’Malley contributed points in a close game.

Thea Achany Sam Niouaten Nick Okruch Meonlullog Ted Fourth Army Okerch Yurcluk Parker Pelowy

Cards to Hang Onto Pitchers Says Breadon

Sam Breadon, famed for excess pitchers, remains in his hotel room during midwinter meetings and shows no sign of selling any. The opening day games are set for April 16, with National League matchups including Philadelphia at New York and Pittsburgh at St. Louis, and American League games featuring Washington at Detroit and New York at Philadelphia.

Gayle Talbot New York Sam Breadon Forday Cardinal BMG Permialt Philadelphia Branklyn Boston Littsburgh St. Louis Chicago Cincinnati Washington Detroit Cleveland Chiago

Cardinal owner Breadon vows not to sell top pitchers

Breadon states many of his best pitchers are not for sale as spring training nears. Manager Dyer agrees, aiming to win the pennant and evaluating who should remain with the team. A joint meeting of the two leagues is set to discuss park use and bonus bans for signed players.

Breadon Dyer Eddie Myer Mel Ott Glants Johnny Beazley Harry Brecheen Max Lanier George Munger Howie Pollet Willy Decarlon Eddie Tike Dyer Dors Wat Belai A. B Slippy Chandlev

Sunday Schools In West Side Junior League Actions

In West Side Junior Sunday School league play on Friday Uiwmusayacoriginated La Trinidad Methodist lost 35 to 2 to Mexican Presbyterian imine Whosoever Mission while Alazan Scouts defeated House of Neighborly Services 16 to 2.

la Trinidad Methodist Mexican’ Presbyterian Alazan House of Neighborly Services West Side

Wheatley and Lions to Clash in District Basketball Game

Phillis Wheatley seniors will meet the Anderson negro team of Austin in a district high school basketball game at Central Playground. The match is billed as an annual athletic grudge with the rival schools and will start at 8 o'clock Saturday night.

Phillis Wheatley Lions Anderson Negro Eam of Austin Central Playground Pumrash

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