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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1929
Page
14
Harlandale High School represents Béxar County in a district basketball bout set for Saturday. Captains Coogan Endicott Brown and Trit appear in the bottom row for a team lineup readout.
Walker the welterweight contender signs to defend his title at 160 pounds against Nebraskan ace, with promoter Kennedy saying the July 4 bout will be the biggest middleweight clash yet. Hudkins plans to promote in Las Vegas, with both fighters to train in camps near the Nevada desert before the Lakeshore showdown.
The New York Giants report for the first workout as many players arrive in San Antonio. Key figures include secretary James Kinsella and catcher Ray Schalk, with pitchers and infielders listed among those reporting by early March. Several players are noted absent or delayed, including Joe O’Farrell and Carl Blay, while camp plans and arrival dates are outlined.
The New York Giants will hold nearly 40 players in camp this spring, but only two have trained with the club before. Veteran pitcher Scott is back, listed as 25, and shortstop Travis Jackson returns after Shino first reported 10 manager John McGraw in 1923, when the Giants last trained in San Antonio and claimed the standout status.
Braden, quarterback and captain of the 1922 River Institute football team, fails to make scholastic grade and will be ineligible for football this fall. His loss weakens 1929 gridiron prospects as Benumont’s hoped star power is reduced. Several promising freshmen also dropped out, leaving Bush Jones to captain the team.
A lively controversy surrounds horse shoe pitching as players push for standardized equipment and rules. Critics argue balanced shoes improve accuracy while supporters claim tradition and skill drive the sport. A major event, the big horseshoe tournament Mach 1 and 2 at VWravis park, sparks renewed interest and debate.
Thomas Burke once dominated the 100 and 400 meters at Athens in 1890 and held multiple school and college records. A Boston attorney, coach and sports writer, he served as a first lieutenant in the aviation service during the war and left behind a wife and daughter.
The Madison Square Garden program includes riders from NH YORI Keb and others with Keina Purje, Paavo Nari, Leo Lermond, Galen Elliott, and Frank Krenpae arranging entries. Former Boston A. A. star Toye Hahn may reenter. Hahn holds the world indoor mark for the dit dance set at 4:12.15.
In Miami Beach on February 1, principals Stribling and Buckley meet to settle who will referee the February 27 boxing bout at Flamingo Park. Promoters aim for a smooth decision but warn against public bargaining as Dempsey may name a third official if talks stall.
New York reports Van Ryn and Hunter, a veteran doubles pair, will headline the Southern tournaments. The duo will enter singles and defend titles as they travel to South Placids and Florida events, racing toward March dates with strong form and renewed aims.
North basketball report notes Wildcat star may rejoin lineup after injury. The team pursues a stronger lineup as returning players are evaluated for upcoming games.
A veterinarian reports improved health in horses after care. The note mentions Sandy and local stables, with focus on feed, stability, and general condition. No clear dates or organizations are identified, but the piece highlights better overall welfare and ongoing monitoring.
The article lists players and figures such as Thomas Earnest Akers and others with scattered typos and dates. It mentions clubs in 1928, teams like New Orleans and Decatur, and references a career path including Durham, 1937, and Decatur with limited legible details.
A garbled report states Chicago Cubs will don distinctive outfits for a forthcoming match. It mentions white and blue colors and references players or coaches, though many details are unclear due to text corruption.
Wet conditions delay opening prep as Southweet Tex teachers Bobcat baseball squad readies for April start. Captain Dane leads a diverse lineup with twelve lettermen from prior seasons and hopefuls trying out for Copeh Shanils nine. Multiple games listed with St Edward's in Austin and other dates in April and May.
In a Texas Feb 15 meet Whittle trails in scoring for Whittle and teammate Roudhimandesy. The university center shines with limited points as Whittle finishes with 21 and two more in the final stretches. Teammates step up but fall short of two late attempts to close the gap.
Dozens of newspapers will cover the New York Giants training camp activities in San Antonio. Writers from The World and other papers arrive Wednesday night to cover the event. Golf outings are noted but not for Giants during spring training.
Daw son in Houston for annual invitation tournament. Fragmented names and places show Chicago, New Orleans, and Crowe han. Event dates noted as next Tuesday and Thursday with scattered references to titles and locations.
The annual hanlieap tournament of the Lower Camlall axguciation will be held at Kingsville Country Club on Washington's side. More than 80 golfers are expected to attend from clubs including Luiedy, Jtdinburz, McAlon, Verlace, Merced Unettigen, Breagnevit, Corpud Chilke Wood Kirgavilte.
A garbled report indicates Holdout Spencer, catcher for the Bille Hrates, was sold to a minor club amid a convoluted chain of names and places. The fragmentary text references Boston and a noted committee, suggesting a involvement in an amateur league tourney and governance actions.
Fragmentary results show multiple college and university games with scattered scores. Names include Paciting, Emporia, North Texas, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Dallas area teams, Missouri Valley matchups, and others such as Drake, Simpson, Springfield Denehers, Albion Normal, Whitman. Data is incomplete and partly garbled.
Joe Harris reported to coast loop camp in Sacramento California for spring training. Listed as 18 year old hard hitting outfielder, he was purchased from the Brooklyn Dodgers. Manager Busly Iran announced the Senators will depart tomorrow for Richardson spring training.
New York Feb 16 Yale defends third place in Interscholastic baskeball, with Yi ye Glid of Yale holding off a late challenge from Cohiynbins Linn at New Columbia cellar. Lees and others strive to upset Yale but meet with limited success amid rough play.
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