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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1928

Page

9

Iron Man Fever Grips Early Baseball Year

A sweeping sports column surveys iron man feats in baseball history, from Everett Scott’s consecutive games streak to modern contracts. It contrasts star endurance with financial incentives and fame, noting teams seek strength and public attention as spring training looms.

Iron Men Everett Scott Mowmodeen Bag Meading Yeading Stallway Brittin Jat 'Uleda Woli Chewal Heath

Steers Open Spring Football Practice at Texas University

The Texan university grid squad begins spring practice on Monday afternoon under Head Coach Tittle. Veterans Fade Bovlar and Chips King return, with Ike Sewell and other varsity players listed. Freshmen under coach Ryory Alderason may push for spots as the team evaluates its lineup for the 1028 season.

Austin Pet Texan University Abe Ike Sewell Europe Tynor Milling Meaty Cowler Mabfey Reown Troiles Wilbanks Tittle

Canes Begin Season With Fortsin Victory In Rivalry

The Canes opened at Fortsin in a tense city league match with high stakes and crowd buzz. Alma Perigh, Tigh Miles, and Posts Military Institute Gaiety were set to clash in an Academic League game, while Coach Varry Tiamillows led the locals through a strong early run.

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Bowling Turners Lose as New Bravafaly Rise

The New Brauntele team defeated the Turner squad as Captain Gis Deekar led the Turners in a tough loss. Individual highlights included Arthur Vedamerer and Artur Oberfamp for the New Neauneels, while Captain Gus Mocrivey of the Turners kept trying for a comeback. The match featured tight pins and several high scores, with the Turners failing to capitalize in critical moments.

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Gory Bouts Blamed on New Glove

In a boxing doubleheader a gore filled night drew ire over gloves blamed for brutal cuts. The light heavyweight match ended with both fighters bleeding as padding failed to prevent injuries, sparking debate over glove design and safety standards.

Gore Winton Warley Gore den Milo Luynhering Leo Jiaplan Mastin Rosenbloom

Haugen Repeats as Class A Nordic Champion at Natl Meet

Haugen of Red Wing Minnesota wins the Class A national Nordic skiing title, maintaining his strong showings this decade. He edges a large field at the Nordic tournament, clearing 37 feet on his first jump and finishing with a top score, ahead of rivals from Wisconsin and Illinois, as the crowd roars.

RED Wing Minn Tel Bers Manger Ravne Haqua Sean Img Fookanil Steve “Prucshul Enperine Wil Jone Af Dah Lutih

Western Association Aims to Trim Teams After Shakeup

Joplin Missouri dispatch notes Western Association outlines cuts and unresolved statuses after initial meeting. Several teams including Independence Kau and Sun day in annual conference are cited with uncertain futures. The report lists Joplin, Teprka, Ron, and Tarllesrifie as potential casualties amid ongoing talks.

Joplin Web Western Association

Mostil Comeback Boosts White Sox Performance

The White Sox plan to move Mostil to center with Metzler at right as his return from a recent slump stirs lineup changes. Coach Roy Seale and manager Bibs Ware discuss the shift, noting Mostil's peak form may arrive at 20 while detailing training and conditioning efforts amid the club’s 1928 season efforts.

Cincard Tel Tolty Mostil White Sox Ling Sing Menson Tolliin Metzter Moatit Trrett Monre Montil Johnny Lawling Alley Efthey Anil Tratxo Inah Genann Lms

Gibson Takes Reins as Bruins Manager in Exny Deague

Frank Cilivon begins duties as the Bruins manager for San Antonio Lopes in the exny deague. Gibson Bundywight and President Marty Altes joined Cilivon before heading to Fredericksburg for spring training. Gibson expresses enthusiasm for building the club, praising the new lineup and the hard work ahead.

Frank Cilivon Myhnger San Antonio Exny Deague Anglia Gibson Bundywight Oni Tuaner Doar Denvils Jolene Gibson Te Rams Sin Bio Antonio Herame Din Bine Alent Alles Beges Ig Ta Ike Wrank Meyers Omaha

Arkansas and SMU set for pivotal Southwestern Conference clash

In Fayetteville this week two conference giants, Arkansas and Southern Methodist, prepare for a famed series. Both unbeaten this season, SMU edged TCU late in Dallas while Arkansas routed opponents, staking a likely title tilt as fans anticipate a deciding three game set if series even.

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Grange Eleven Wins Last Football Game

Grange Eleven beat Rubeny 18 to 0 at Wrigley Field in a pro football clash. Tim Taw sme Wirnie Nevers, ex Stanford star, scored the lone tallies with a ball carry and a long pass setup.

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Frank Gibson Takes Beysts As New Team Manager

Frank Gibson named new manager of Beyts lineup for 1828 season arriving Sunday night and expressing satisfaction with the arrangement. Secretary Tom Conner provides backing as the Bruins assemble a squad with ambitions for the coming year.

Frank Gibson Beyts Tom Conner Bruins

Belanger and Genaro Fight in Toronto Bout

Belanger and Genaro headline a ten round boxing match in Toronto under the National Boxing Association. The card includes Boswell and Brown, with Edward’s team top billed. The bout ends with a controversial score as fans note the inconsistent officiating.

Toronto National Boxing Aaseetalion

Brackenridge High to Play Ball Soon

Brackenridge High prepares for upcoming baseball action as students and staff anticipate tryouts and lineups. The page lists players and coaches, with drills and positions in early spring practice, aiming to field a competitive team.

Brackenridge High

Fishermen Law Guide Revealed by State Commissioner

A garbled notice cites State Aisle Teory Commissioner Wealchester discussing a plan to clarify law for fishermen. It mentions Veluities, Cantal, Jiexar, and other places, with dates February March and April and reference to Beitson and Mirose counties. The piece reads like a public notice on regulatory questions affecting fishing and corporate entrapment claims.

Pauls Ageres Wiliant Kox Moteherrmith Kerr Medlin Crammins Cronk Beitson Mirose Mareh

West Texas League Starts Organization

The fragmentary report notes efforts to organize the West Texas League with names such as Willvin, Mia, and Townend referenced alongside venues like night clubs and prices in Oe Joo. Officials including Jae 8. Brac and Milk TL are mentioned amid scattered locality cues and dates suggesting an early formation phase.

Aly Abileus Sandhorle Willvin Wali Hague Peru

Oklahoma Visions Valley Hogp Title

Fragmented OCR text describes a practice stretch, mentions Oklahoma Sooners and Washington and Missouri. The readable parts indicate a sports context and a return to Nome Court for several days of practice amid prior week victories. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are extractable from the garbled source.

Nome Washington Missouri

Draughon Five Classy Road Team Triumphs In Match

Local race notes describe Draughon Five Classy Road Team defeating Mint tid wurrfed tyne Adamnehte in a competitive meet. Details mention Saturday events at Fredericksborg and broader coverage on televised segments, with viewers asking about upcoming matches and motility plans.

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Kearns Joins Tex Rickard in Duel Competition

The article mentions Kearns entering a contest with Tex Rickard, with implied collaboration or rivalry. Specific details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the pairing and event type suggest a high profile duel or match attracting attention.

Dbs Tadermustinel News Ser Bee Bet Dee Kearns Tex Wiekvont Felier Hole Diamunds

Tennis Stars Play on Chicago Courts

On Chicago courts the leading players of the era contest matches as part of a national tennis showcase. George Lott and allies from Chicago compete against rivals including John Hendessus of Duliananolis while spectators anticipate swift rallies and decisive serves in a busy schedule.

Chicago Wilden George Lott Tay John Hendessus Tharediy

Quail and Turkey Season Closure Recommended

A recommendation to close the quail and turkey seasons was passed by roughly 200 members of the Landeniers and Mahtees HaweniVT at a recent meeting. The action was endorsed by a group led by Werner amid assembly deliberations on wildlife management policy.

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