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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1941

Page

7

Buffs Hold Off Saints In Tight Vicotry At West Texas

In a close conference tilt the Buffs edged St Marys 53 to 50. Charley Habert led with 17 points, Price Brookfield added 17, Arxy Croswell 16, and Mike Bal 14 for St Marys. Central's Buttons beat the Alamo Heights Mules 23-20 in the preliminary.

St. Mary's Ueir Weat Texas State Jim Caneyon Jowhy Brooksfield Army Ieague Fenners Clothiers Buffs Saints West Texans Charley Habert Price Brookfield Westex Arxy Croswell Mike Bal Mary's Alamo Hetghts Mules Roger Lopez Texas Hraakfield F Maddox Totum St. Marya Nelgrte Hotrigues Reiner Tealune SO Riaz Zamarripa Central Brows Farrell

Extra Fans Soak Racetrack Scandal Details

Report from ELES dated February describes alleged track corruption at a racetrack. Admission and program fees drew up to 20 000 patrons with payouts from 2500 to 3500 dollars to individuals who entered on passes. Parking refunds and torn programs allegedly allowed double collection and improper payments.

Whirlaway Opens 1941 Campaign at Hialeah Park

Whirlaway, the 2-year old champion trained by Den Joes, makes his 1941 debut in the Coconut Grove stakes at Hialeah Park, a $1500 race featuring four other 3-year-olds. Apprentice Wendell Eads rides as Whirlaway carries 117 pounds against rivals at 98 to 198 pounds. Wright's stable reports improving temper and conditioning as plans move toward the Mango Stakes and the Black Helen handicap.

Mian Fin Rel Wright Whirlaway Chanpian Hiateahh Park den Joes Fleet Horse Coconut Grove Wendell Eads Hialeah Wright Galumey Fara Aly Clerksvilly Don Mendelep Jones Tande

Fight Results From Brooklyn and Chicago Boxing Cards

A fragmented list shows multiple boxing outcomes across cities including Brooklyn and Chicago. Notable entries include outpoints, knockouts and draws among fighters in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Detroit, Minneapolis, Milwaukee and New York, with various scores and points totals referenced.

Ice Hockey Night Schedule Across US and Canada

The Associated Press reports a busy hockey night across the American and Rational leagues. Matchups include New York Americana at Montreal, Buffalo at Pittsburgh, Providence at Herne, and Philadelphia hosting Surlagfield, with several other games listed among national and regional clubs.

New York Americana Montreal Toston Parente Iverlean Tearne New Haven Clevelain Buffalo Patburgs Provience Herne Surlagfield Philadelphia Anérican Association Oma AfInne Kans City Fulan Rational League Montreat New

Midland Favorite in San Carlos Handicap at Santa Anita

At Los Angeles on February 6 117 Midland Favorite leads a field of 19 in the 100000 Santa Anita Handicap wagering at San Carlos track. Jockey Lenn Hons guides the 13Q pound lone weight, while rivals include Swerpi ga and Impound. Attendance expected around 40000 as Seabiscuit makes a belated appearance amid track strain and ongoing managerial disputes. The feature purse winner Fairy Chant also figures in the broader program with Burky Duke and Justice Mr. posting proper payoffs.

LOS Tané Charies Howard Anna Hardicap San Carlos Hans Dlcap Sems Shane UN Alyang Cone Tenders Shenly Oregon Brodd Mug Nm Lendon Jerry Gelsler State Horse Racing Board New York Greerss Poxeatcher Fairy Chant Duke Justice Mr

Cunningham Overcomes Injury to Rival World Sprint Mark

Glenn Cunningham rose from severe leg injuries in childhood to briefly threaten the world's fastest mile record. In four minutes four plus seconds, he showed speed unmatched by peers, though not the official world mark. Sydney Wooder held the recognized mile world record at 4:06, while Cunningham's Dartmouth six lap effort was not officially recognized by the International Record Committee.

Glenn Cunningham Ling Tij Cunningham Sydney Wooder Bestormance Dartmouth College International Record Committee

Randolph in Clean Sweep Rams Over St Edward's 73 to 34

Randolph Field Ramblers dominated St Edward's University as 14 players scored in a 73 to 34 win. Leo Marshall led with 10 points, while Dewlinger of St Ed's added 12. Referee handled a 42 foul call game as lineups featured Randomhatts Fostren Hel Nea and others. Missouri captain Marsaill Sneed en route to Fort Worth to join Uncle Sam.

Diert H. G. MacPowlel Randolph Field Ramblers the &T. Edward's University Anintet Briday Avali Reeds Duncan Field Carter Ramblers Leo Marshall Dewlinger St. Ed's Randomhatts Fostren Hel Ne Sats Tardway Bo Ouier Mina Benin Begevich Norris George Powers Laurent A. Lelie Bill Searer pHmer Welk Missouri Columbia Marsiuil

Lone Star League standings for Texas teams lead race

The Lone Star League standings show Austin and Sam Houston in strong positions with key results from recent games. Despite confusion in the text, it notes Austin's Luecher Janke seeking a breakthrough and Sam Houston climbing for top spots alongside Southwestern Texas teams. The report references Te XA teams and conference play with scores and dates unclear due to OCR issues.

Wacogdoches Bianhon Austin Luecher- Janke Wil Uni Nargedoches F. A Sam Houston Lumbertucks Muntavitle Houston Wan Stephen Auatin Texas

Brown Traded for Humphries in Sox Indians deal

Chicago Feb 8 The White Sox trade veteran reliever Clint Brown 34 to Cleveland in exchange for righthander Jay Dom Humphries 28. Brown had been held out with Appleton as unsigned players. Humphries, a New Orleans native, has varied seasons with the Indians and New Orleans club connections.

Chicago Chicago White Sox Clint Brown Cleveland Indians Jay Dom Humphries White Sox Pete Appleton Brown Appleton Sox Yadins Humphles Indians Mew Orleata

Notre Dame Coach Choice Seen Within 48 Hours

Notre Dame likely to announce a successor to Elmer Layden as director of athletics and head football coach within 48 hours. Rev. J. Hugh O'Donnell, university president, said a signing would reveal the new coach, possibly before March 1, with Layden set to become commissioner of the National Professional Football League.

Notre Dame South Bend Ind Elmer F. Layden Dame Halready Nivate J. Hugh O'Donnell Kruto Rockne O'Donnell Beefore Layden Hig Booth Band Ertean Dawrence T Buck” Shaw Sante Clare Joe Holand John 7. Cavanaugh Father Cavanaugh California University Iitalness Will Vellriy Esnipusiit Honta Clara Shaw Stimy Stanford Shay

Horse Racing Notes Signal Turbulent Season Ahead

Disjointed racing item notes Col E R Bradies and a gelding named Annoetaed preps for action at Hilldale Dark within days. Mentions of Avongly a ste mila and other horses, plus track conditions and雨 weather affecting May racing. Queens County Jocks club president Kopi returns from Albany, turf plans uncertain, with racing likely delayed to fall.

E.R. Bradies Hildlteh Waest Himetech Nan” Suiry Pheogore Kopi Queens County Jocks Club New York Ely Thalroh Vie Sunnne Courts

World record chase at Boston A A meet in fast sprint feats

In Philadelphia and Boston track news, college ace Wolcott or Quinnin appears to outshine rivals as world records spark headlines. Dan'the surprised if the lanky star steals the spotlight with a 6.1 and 7.2 marks, while Greg Rice and other contenders vie for the Outstanding Athlete honor in a crowded field.

Wolcott Quinnin East Buying Philadelphia Boston Pres Wolcott Office Institute Boston A. A Pen A. C Greg Rice Wotcott Mttle South Bend Ind Alec Eid Don Lash Tormy Deckard Nate Dare Bostoun Sports Writers Om East Cheyney Teachers College Shepard Dash Norwood “Harney” Ewell Penn State Ent Pennsylvania Teachers College Hierst Wisconsin Walter Ment Jong Hunskh Missouri Chuck Fenske Chuck Beetham Ohio Mim Kehoe Washington New York University Pordham

Billiards Contenders Edge in Chicago Championship Clash

The Chicago billiards scene centers on a stiff championship chase with Hoppe and Bozeman favored. Bozeman is noted for a strong run, while Hoppe battles top challengers including Ack Thurnbiad and Hall as Rubin Mew York faces mixed results in morning and afternoon sessions.

Chicago Ain Threseushion buMlenda Toutment Remy Ten Wille Hoppa Uniesn Jas Bozeman Oat Vatlejo Catlf Hovnd Hay Wozeman Tas Cleveland Welker Lochran Sai Frenchy Hoppe Behaefer Raoat Earle Lackabaugh Joe Chamaea Chamneo Ilonpe Ermcox Reisch Hall Iast Cochran Sewise Rejnelt Ovird Sos Facie Kelrelf Wall Bozeman Sehede Rubin Bot Nat An Bozeman Moat Rejselt Fk RO “Stalin Tookatouih Suscsees Roeemun A ‘Tournhlan Hapne Vt Beisel Sebnefor Va Cochysa Liahae Haogh Ys Denton

U S Tennis Association considers 8 weeks rule change

The United States Lawn Tennis Association held a pivotal meeting in New York to discuss by law revisions. Proposals would remove the right weeks rate for amateurs, restrict ties to manufacturers, cap free equipment, and limit to 12 weeks annually on the cuff. Delegates also plan to assign national rankings, award 1942 championship tournaments, and elect officers as last year.

New York Fec. R United “States Lawn 'Tennig Association Tvenes Eastern Association Rms Piayer Jinit St. Hayes

Fragmented college scores and team names mix across states

An OCR laden list shows numerous college and university names with scattered scores and partial results. Teams from Abilene Christian to Wyoming, Vanderbilt to Virginia Tech appear among mixed figures, unclear dates, and corrupted spellings.

Badminton results from Waco Baytor club meet

A garbled report lists Waco Baytor club players leading in a badminton tournament with multiple divisions. It mentions winners and advancing singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, naming several players and colleges, amid severe OCR errors.

Waco Bel Waen Dallas Mnt bin Antonio Oday Bastar Matt Sedd Neice

Wheatley Cagers Defeat Seguin in Close Night Victory

Phyllis Wheatley Loris beat Seguin High while Jed Walley Davie posted 1 point as Wheatley cagers claim a narrow win in a late Friday game. Seguin High struggled with offense and defense throughout the contest.

Wheatley’s Cagers Seguin High Jed Walley Davie Phyllis Wheatley Loris Seguin Hegra Laskes

Wes Ferrell Shines In Golf Tourney Upset Hope

Baseball star Wes Ferrell excels at golf in St. Petersburg tournament, defeating Paul Waner and reaching semis against coach Mary Shea. Ferrell’s form, noted for power and accuracy off the tee, vaults him as a top golfer among players, with possible post season signings teased amid spring meetings. The event features notable names like Snead and Hogan in pursuit of the trophy, with Ferrell aiming to outplay peers in a high-stakes match run.

Gayle BT. Petersburg Fin Wesiny J. Perel Wes Boston Bees Sonovagon Forrell Paul Waner Ferrell Uhgefid Oles Usseball Dot Ferrell Wave Herd Clevesland Ferrel Mary Shea Detroit Vigers Shea Tao Whitey Rick Perrell Wea Wes Ferrell Ferret Gam Snead Ben Hogan Ferrelt Shoat Hogan Green Shen Sunigie

Cash Paid For White Elephants In Search Of Buyers

The article notes a desire to find buyers for so called white elephants that hold little value to the pressur. It discusses efforts to dispose of these items and seeks offers from interested parties.

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