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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1934
Page
5
Miami boxing scene spirals into comedic training as cameras and absurd methods spark debate. Corbett, Sullivan, and Carnera mentioned amid chaotic sparring, rain, and a training system seen as wildly ineffective. Manley and Carter clash over sparring and attention as rumors swirl about the upcoming night event.
Claremore Oklahoma February 20 report on the eleventh meet of the Mid West field Trials association. Three female pointers competed in Berryhill ranch derby. First place went to Sid's Ferris Furl owned by Gordon Dubos of Malone Texas. Second prize to His Heroine handled by G A Storey of Texas with trainer Harry Emitties.
In Newark Tim Brown captured the 230 yard event, while Bria of Spokane and Camden Solexes posted notable throws. Jan Keon threw 223, and Jim Ton also registered a strong effort, as listed in the Associated Press notes from the meet.
A historical note explains that mid century railroads faced a left handed operation on double tracks due to Dutch and English finance and foreign engineers. Chicago and Northwestern retained left handed operation while others switched to right handed, a practice unique in America. The piece invites readers to write for questions on Believe It or Not cartoons.
Galveston Feb 20 Hank Thormahlen a southpaw hurler was embraced as sold to the Tulsa Oilers today by Vice President Roy Koch of the local club Thormahlen s sale will be considered final and the Oilers will remain in the Texas league If they fail to remain it will be up for sale Thormahlen had his first year with the locals in 1932 when he won 20 games for a sixth place club
The Mark Twain Junior high team won the Division F junior Playoffs at San Pedro Park Diamond on Saturday afternoon. San Pedro team trailed 1% to 6 with utpires Brotherman and Austin Stephens officiating. Travis Wheel led the late stages as the Twain Juniors secured a 2 to 1 victory.
Webb assembles a projected Buccaneers squad for spring training without direct purchases. He relied on drafts, trades, and seller credits, turning earlier losses into a full roster by leveraging player sales. By season end he had disposed of three Buccaneers for about 10 dollars and swapped another for five ball players. The plan included purchasing a pitcher via sale proceeds and tightening the roster to around 20 men.
The amateur basketball commission announced city playoff matchups featuring St Marys and St Patricks from the Parish league and Krebers Schooners from the City Major League. The Texas Chives play the Bons of Amenes in a deciding game Thursday to join the field. First round action runs February 27, 22, and 20 with finals set March 2 and the overall draw unveiled Sunday.
A fragment shows mixed college results with teams like Catholic, Princeton, Purdue, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Texas along with scores such as 45 34 68 49. The OCR reads include school abbreviations and places, reflecting a roundup of multiple statewide college games and outcomes.
Centenary College of Louisiana waits as the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association reviews basketball star Harper after an investigation by Professor R L Brown of Southwestern. A verdict is due before the conference tournament in Jackson, Mississippi, with a vote likely by mail. The case hinges on the five year limit, Centenary contending Harper played only four college seasons, including a stint with an independent club during his first year. Also in Weimar county, the Weimar Bears clinched their fourth straight county title by edging Eagle Lake 19 to 22, Garwood Gars runner up, while Welmae singles faced McMahon in Schatenberg.
In New York on February 20, American pros Tilden and Vines defeated the French team Cochet Pla Cochet and Botosta in a five hour Davis Cup trial at Madison Square Garden. The Americans held a 2-1 lead after victory in singles and doubles, with receipts reaching $19,708.24 as crowds watched, despite stormy weather. Tomorrow night Plan meets Vines and Tilden faces Cochet in the final two singles.
Al Brown of Panama defeated Young Perez of Tunis at Palais des Sports Paris to retain the pantamweight championship in an easy decision. Brown, using his long reach and sharp jabs, controlled the bout as Perez proved a clear target. both fighters weighed 127 pounds.
Harold Scherwitz reports on John McGraw, longtime Giants figure and San Antonio favorite, facing a serious illness with doctors keeping hopeful. His friendly, determined public persona contrasts with his past fierce on field image as fans and press alike wish him strength and a full recovery.
Gus Moreland defends the Dallas Amateur title at the twentieth annual Houston Country Club event in Texas. Johnny Dawson Arthur Lynch Leland Hamman Edwin McClure and Earl Berryhill are among the top challengers while Houston players Willie Mapaire Jr Jack Cameron and Fred Borsont also compete. The field narrows to 32 after 18-hole qualifying with final 12 holes of the round to be played tomorrow.
Former Mein Avenue High School athlete Charles Burgett of San Antonio returned from a five week Mexico City trip to defeat Tiger Neon of Beaumont in a Texas wrestling card. Burgett lost the first fall to Nelson but recovered with two swift pins to win the bout, showcasing his post trip form in McAllen.
San Angelo Texas February 25 invitation sent by WW D Holcombe former city mayor and league president for 1934 West Texas Independent Baseball League season. Representatives invited from Texon Coleman Midland Ozona Westbrook Ballinger Alg Spring Abilene plus San Angelo. The meeting aims to finalize schedule and league structure.
Grange declines inclusion in the all-time backfield list announced today. The former Galloping Ghost traveled with the Chicago Bears en route from New Orleans to Chicago and drew praise for his all-around play and strength. The set includes Walter Eckersall, Jim Thorpe, George Gipp, Ernie Nevers, with Grange noted for exceptional mental and physical makeup.
Rochelle Cage won the McCurloch rowly championship by defeating Brady 42 to 20 in the county interscholastic tournament finals. Fourteen teams competed in the United Day tournament with Dob Sikes of Howard Payne serving as referee.
The fragmentary sports note lists numerous names and places including Akron, Ohio, New Orleans, Houston, Los Angeles, and Galveston, Texas. It references various athletes and outcomes with scattered scores and times, reflecting a chaotic compilation of fight results and participant mentions rather than a single coherent event.
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Ed wards returns after a month’s absence to face Al Sparks in a high stakes bout at Walkathon Arena on Wednesday night. Also billed are Maan Rumber vs Cowboy Luttrall in a two out of three falls match and Ea Helwig meeting Tony Marconi in a one fall bout.
Victoria defeated Bloomington 36 to 0 to win the Victoria County YMCA basket ball championship for the first time in years. C Lewis of Bloomington led scoring while Tylleh topped for Victoria.
New York February 20 John J McGraw 60 year old Giants manager lay in New Rochelle Hospital after an attack of uremia poisoning Doctors Chapman Keyes Kellogg reported gravity but coma not present McGraw restless night and general condition not quite as good as before Mrs McGraw and Charles A Stoneman visited the hospital A priest also called on the sick man with officials noting he may have a chance to pull through
New York report shows Johnny Layton tied for first with J. W. Bozeman after seven wins in sight matches. Layton, a former carpenter known for bulldog play, seeks a tenth world three cushion title while Hoppe, Cochran, and Hatt actions affect the standings in a busy schedule.
SCRANTON Pa Feb 20 H. BL Swift pitcher for the Finlisburgh Pirates is in a hospital with mouth hemorrhages following a tooth extraction. Doctors doubt he can join the team at Paso Robles Calif for spring training next Monday. Swift was moved to the hospital yesterday for treatment and his condition is not deemed serious.
New York story previews Boston Braves training camp plans for 1934 season with manager McKechnie and president Fuchs optimistic about pennant chances. Rupert Thompson the new outfielder joins six familiar outfielders while six or more pitchers compete for spots. Key questions center on Red Worthington’s health and Bob Brown’s comeback as the Braves assemble a deep pitching staff and a five-man infield with Urbanski at short and Whitey at third while Hogan and Spohrer handle catching duties.
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