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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1939

Page

11

Open championship stars flood Breckenridge course

A large field of top American pros and amateurs gathered at Breckenridge Park for the Open, led by Harold Mes played in a hard fought first round. Notables such as Gene Sarazen, Byron Nelson, and Sam Snead featured among the entries while Jack Grout struggled early.

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Local Golf Stars Shine Amid Long Rank List

The text lists many players from San Antonio and Houston regions with scattered remarks on weather and performance. Notable names include Walter Emery, Lawson Life Hae, Dyson, Josh Moore Jr, and Ken Rogers. The piece notes amateurs and professionals competing, with hints of records and potential shocks in a regional golf scene.

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Golf Results From A Fragmented Local Wire

Fragmentary golf results list players and places such as Dallas, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Arlington, and Houston with scattered scores and names including Len, Hoffman, Bradema, Chafers, Belentor, Gammell, and G. D. SmrAllister. The OCR yields numerous unreadable strings and inconsistent punctuation. The record captures scattered matchups and locations without a coherent final leaderboard.

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Open Till First Day Season Tickets at Benckenridge Park

Texas open till first day in progress at Benckenridge Park with season tickets selling. Officials report $3500 goal, $6000 open expected to defray expenses. tickets at $1.10 for daily, $1.05 Sunday, and $2.75 for two days. Weather favored. sales strong through Thursday with over 3500 already claimed.

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Ben Barks Lands Dallas Job At Jonesboro Club

Bev UT president Overstreet announced that Ben Barks, a professional from the Jonesboro Golding County club, started duties February 15 at Bold Links in Dallas, Texas, after previously serving at Concordia Country Club in Lath.

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Littlefield shows continued health improvement in Texas hospital

Hospital attendants reported Clyde Littlefield of University of Texas in Austin is improving, with officials noting continued progress in his condition. The report cites earlier illness and ongoing treatment, with no new complications announced as of today.

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Bronc s Victory Over Victoria College Bulldogs

George Halvis led the University of San Aitohio Brones to a 29 to 20 win over Victoria College in a high school style cage game. The Brones built a halftime edge despite Victoria’s 407 advantage. Key players included centers Wirhtower and Lelohig, with several subs contributing in a rough turnover filled contest.

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Span Am Loop Live8 Event at Woodinwn Gym

Spuvunii-sanervan hosts a Friday evening track event at Woodinwn gym. Verlay and Valenein appear in early races while Prospect and Contra De-Dovilyn tackle the 8:45 session. RIM and Pind Nery join as notable runners in the mixed meet, details mop up with Pacers 5 2.

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Houston Wheatleys Visit Lions Again

A chaotic clipping reports a boxing and basketball mix with names like Galento and Morton's Mary Asn, noting upcoming boxing matches and a planned return basketball game. It hints at Houston teams, Lions, and West Meier opponents, with scattered references to arrangements, locations, and scheduling amid unclear lines.

Eight Catholic High Meet Draws Eight Schools

Eight Catholic high and college teams signaled entry for the fifth annual Texas Catholic Scholastic League basketball tourney set for March 3 to 6 at Central Catholic High School. Entries include Central Catholic, St Henry’s San Antonio, Cathedral El Paso, St Anthony Beaumont, St Joseph Dallas, St Joseph Victoria, St Joseph Yoakum, and St Edward’s University Austin. Several other schools may yet enter as organizers announce invite details and future state sponsorship.

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Reds Turn to Charley English for Infield Solve

The Reds bank on Charley English to anchor third base as they reshuffle the infield. McKechnie weighs shifts with young players while English, 28, battles for a steady spot after showing strong power and a .269 average with 143 RBIs last season.

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Roper Faces Munsell in Louis’ Next Heavyweight Bout

In a planned heavyweight clash at the Louis ring here, veteran Roper seeks revenge against Munsell in a tightly watched matchup. Munsell is favored to win as Roper battles to rebound from recent setbacks, with predictions pegged for an action packed evening in Kalifornia.

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Randolph Gridmen Open Spring Drill

Randolph Gridmen begin spring drill as coach Col Gamera orders full participation. Team aims to rebound after a 89 43 loss to Army in the season last year. Pre season practices start Monday at Randolph High, continuing through February 25, with every player expected to report.

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Vanderbilt Grid Ace Joins Southwestern Prospect List

Vanderbilt football talent Abe Painser from Spavey Oklahoma reported for practice at Southwestern Memphis. Palmer, a 200-pound back who attended Vanderbilt last year, was shifted to the sideline by the coach. The Southwestern registrar noted he will qualify as a student within the next day or so.

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Swenson Tries His Luck With John Katan Grapple

Swenson the temple-ugly Swede teams with John Katan to headline next Wednesday's walkathon card. Frank Taylor, Ohio grappler, debuts after drawing steady crowds, while Harry Kent joins. George Hagon, ex Navy champion, takes Dr Kart Sarpolis place as referee in Dallas scene.

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Cubs Sign Merullo and Villanova Shortstop

Chicago Cubs receive signed contract from Leonard Merullo Villanova University shortstop Mozula to join the major league club with training on Catalina Island California. Manager Gabby Hortony and Scout Jack Doyle praised his performance after a strong season in Boston.

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Herts Knights and Mera Tenn Clash In East League

Latin-Americans The Herts Knights and Mera Tenn Christianslitute set a Sunday schedule in the East-Americary basketball league. The doubleheader begins at 2:30 p.m. with the two quintets to decide the first of a best two out of three series. Winners of the five and ten acts will meet next Sunday for the league championship.

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Negro Girls Play San Antonio Game at Recreation Center

A San Antonio event features a girls basketball clash between area teams at the Woodmen Rooms. Wheatley Lions host Phyllis Wheatley School of Houston, with Austin’s Tulstigon and Houston's Phyllis Wheatley schools among participants. Saturday night action highlights a historic matchup.

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Edgewood High Upsets Edison with Strong Edge

Edgewood High defeated Edison 24 to 3 at Barewood gym as Path Wellner and Chitton Rihkhart led with 16 points each for Edgewood. Courtney Gooding scored 1 point for Edison in the loss.

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