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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1945

Page

4

Haegg Joins Sea Delay As AAU Stars Gather

At Madison Square Garden the AAU national track and field championships draw 250 athletes from services and 24 colleges, with 16 events. Despite Haegg’s absence amid sea travel, a strong field led by Jim Rafferty, Don Burnham, Ray Simms, and New York A. C. figures is expected to deliver a competitive meet in its 16th year.

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Newsome and Paschal Through Mill For Glory

Newsome, Paschal both listed among players in a sweeping basketball roundup, with references to games across Arkansas, Texas, Florida, and Ohio. The piece notes Paschal’s enlistment history and a high scoring season, mentioning teams like the Giants and several colleges, highlighting a broad, chaotic roundup of midseason results.

Winter golf title race draws star players to Jacksonville

Crowds watch Sam Snead and Byron Nelson contend in the 1940s winter circuit as Bobby Jones faces possible invitation. Notables Sam Byrd and Jimmy Demaret lead as Snead cards a six under par 66 on the front nine and Nelson trails by a few strokes. The event includes numerous golf legends and rising amateurs amid shifting standings and proximity to the kingpin of the era.

Tuyanford Maine Ping Pird Encare Vals Sammy Sheac'or Hob Springs Bobby Jones Jacksonville Fla Atlanta Hobby Roland Burley Hrontwood Ted Erlyer Chamber of Commerce Pertaymarice Sam Byrd Detroit Okla Picard Harrison McSpaden Jimey Demard Corpus Chris Texas Naval Air Ice Frense Pi Asai Anta Gaull Jimmy Demaret Byron Nel Ted Huge Nevednas Jr Jae Tye Desh Bob Hamilton Willie Gagein Denny Shute Laftoanahah Leonard Dodson Crete Bevan Tank Straza Irag Wood George Cawister WRI Jon Zahard Tohniny Marale Aris Stockhouse

Godoy signs for another heavyweight bout

Godoy of Olle signs with Claudia Villar of Tampa for heavyweights in New Orleans Milwaukee and Texas venues. Manager Al Witt announces the plan as Godoy eyes fights in early spring, with Norfolk bouts to line up contenders. Duck stamp set for July 1 wartime season includes migratory waterfowl imagery.

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Central Licks St. Josephs In Friday Night Victory

Central High defeated St Joseph’s 8-27 in a high scoring game as Central built a 24-7 lead before halftime. Tom Lagan led the Central offense with eight points while reserves saw ample action in the second half.

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Local High School Basketball Crown Hangs On District Showdown

District contenders vie for a title as Grenville, Sunset, and Paschal students clash in a tense race for the district crown. Sunset led by Paschal rivals in a key late season game while Temple and Austin area teams chase decisive wins for playoff hopes.

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Raiders Play In Charlotte at District 62-8 Basketball Championship

The Edgewood Red Raiders traveled to Charlotte Saturday for the District 62-8 championship and the Tuesday tournament. Players expected tears on the journey, with a path toward possible state playoffs. The Raiders have no wins this season and no losses recorded in this listing, with uncertain tosses affecting their chances.

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Women's Golf Winners At Willow Springs Friday

Ruth Barpee posted a 98 at Willow Springs to win the weekly Sit Antonio Women’s Golf handicap event with Shatroke handicay. Tied for second were Mrs H Aiiley 103 24 99 and Mrs J G Ramirez 98 N16. Halley earned the runner up prize as Western Golf Association adopts the standard rules and the group plans to play at Sam Houston course next Friday.

Mes Ruth Barpee Willow Springs Shatroke Handicay Sit. Antonio H. Aiiley Mr& J. GC Ramirey Halley Western Golf Asso Ieintiog Sam Houston

Hot Wells Tourney Opens With Panthers Dominant

The Hot Wells invitation basketball tournament began with defending champ Texas Military Institute Panthers rolling to a 39 to 5 opener over Highland Terrace Presbyterian. Bob Woodward led TMI with 15 points while South San Antonio beat Antonio Tech, Harlandale topped Poth, and Rollison defeated Burbank. Consolation games set for Saturday action as teams chase the championship. Ed Mattson and Mel Barkorack fueled South San Antonio’s win.

Skeunti-rownd Aetion Hot Wells N'A. Saburday Texas Military Institute Panthers A Supine Panthers Hiehland Terrace Presbyterian Church of Mc Bob Woodward San Antonio Bobants Antonio Tech Harlandaie Poth Rollson Burbank Anthony's Fortell Trom Devine Ed Mattson Mel Barkorack Ennsolation Lipekes Bante Lollerwsns

Texas Gloves Team Heads to Chicago for Hatlona Matches

The Texas Golden Gloves team travels to Chicago this morning for Hatlona tournament trials. Weights are set and boxers Jenny and Tam prepare for Monday night bouts while survivors compete Wednesday night managed by Neagler Boxers.

Texas Golden Gloves Chicago Uehler Jenny Will Neagler

Boxing Night Results Featuring City Detours and Mixups

A crowded fight card lists several bouts with unclear names and weights. Notable scores show Buby Garcia at 135 outpointing, while Phila Melpia at 109 and Donahue at 286 clash in a nonstandard listing. Other entries include Donahue, Ved Cite, and Augie Jumines with varied weights and unclear outcomes.

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Robinson Rebounds to Top LaMotta in Chicago Victory

Sugar Ray Robinson earned about $4,500 per round after a dominant 10 round decision over Jake LaMotta at Madison Square Garden, avenging a past loss and extending his status as the era’s top paid boxer. LaMotta pressed the fight through most of the bout, but Robinson outboxed and outpunched him, with referee Eddie Josephs scoring 6-3-1 in Robinson’s favor.

En Sori Weller Sugar Rey Robinson Robinson Tarlem Pegro Oxer Lis George Costner Chicago Jake Lumotta Madgison Square Garden LaMotte Bronx Robinson-Costner LaMotta Ray Mae Negro Carmel Wade Jake Se Basora Philadelphia Army

West Coast Fight Hearing Tuesday on Cooper Dixon Bout

The state athletic commission announced a hearing Tuesday over the Jack Cooper Freddie Dixon welterweight bout scheduled for Thursday February 26. Referee Toby Trvin stopped the fight in the seventh round, ruling Cooper attempted an illegal move. Dixon was exonerated, and Dixon retained the title as no decision was declared.

Lan Earnsvisco Fenzl Jai Rustlean State Athletic Commission S'Bening Jack Cooper Freddie Dixon Referes Toby Trvin Cooper Chienga Ware Dixon Phoenix Ariz Tingman Haida

Sunday School League Plays Saturday Night At Harlandisle Gym

Sunday schools Junior division games are set for Saturday night at Harlandisle gym under Baptist and Lutheran teams. Palm Heights Methodist and Divine Salvador Methodist meet South Side Christian while high profile games feature Ne Fors Sam Touston Boys Band Calvary Baptist in a season opener. Chesney leads the Boys Shih team. First Baptist and Trinity Methodist strong with Lutheran and Protestant cornerstones present. Beacon FIM Presbytria defeats Trinity Methodist 38 to 16 as Mosconi wins again in New York pocket billiards championship with 125 to 27 and 125 to 4 breaks.

Harlandisle Baptist Meeting St. John's Lutheran Trin- My Baptist Palm Heights Methodist Divine Salvador Methodist South Side Christian Ne Fors Sam Touston Calvary Baptist Chesney Fortelt First Baptist Jefferson Neights Hema Beacon Fim Presbyteria Trinity Methodtst Ant Beaton

Walker Cooper in Service

Walker Cooper in Service 87, Louis Fen 24. The world Champion St Louis Canninals face prospect of playing the 145 station without catcher Walker Cooper, who has been accepted for pre induction examination at Jefferson Barracks. Conors, team captain, was classified for limited service in a previous examination but was later called.

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Byernes Pressed On Lifting New York Racing Ban

The article outlines requests by Barry and Buckley to Byrnes for a early week meeting on lifting the racing ban in New York. It notes Byrnes' stance that no local exceptions will be made but the ban could lift as the war progresses. It also covers calls to keep bowling alleys open after midnight in industrial centers and industry telegrams supporting after hours leagues to curb absenteeism.

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Arkansas Act Seeks $12500 Salary for Head Coach

Arkadelphia state senator introduces a bill in Little Rock to authorize the university trustees to earmark a portion of football gate proceeds for an athletic instruction fund. The plan would make $12500 annual pay available for the head football coach but only if conditions justify such a salary.

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Cochrane Cleared of Paternity Charge in Elizabeth Court

A paternity case against boxing champion Freddie Cochrane of Hill Side was dismissed in Elizabeth police court after the complainant moved out of the city and evidence suggested the claimant was married and living elsewhere. The city attorney noted the case’s aim to secure support. Cochrane, recently discharged from the WAVES, was alleged as the father of a Newark hospital birth on May 1, 1944.

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Ligaroti Drops Dead at Crosby's Farm

Ligaroti, once a leading West stakes winner, died today at Crosby's stock farm after a lengthy stay abroad. The thoroughbred, part of a $1,256,000 martingale line, was remembered for beating Sonbisciutt by a head years ago. Also, Chicago Cubs announce move of farm team from Fitzabethton with manager to be named later.

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Baseball Pickers Taking Their Time

Feb 22 report on the major league baseball commission vacancy talks with Bradley and committee members. Names like Phil Wrigley and Donald Barnes appear as potential candidates. no decisive candidate chosen, discussions continue into next week.

Plavelana Ayurawas Sam Brendan Cardinals Mecom Clah Fs Sill Cleveland Indians Clevelander Bradley Phil’ Wrigley Cradley Chicago Corelianse Donald Barnes

Kelly Noses Out Stinson in 1945 Thriller

The Kelly field Frere closes their 1945 basketball season by edging the Stinson Pioneers 48 to 40 in a tight contest. Ficketh and Weinman led Wittners with 15 and 17 points while Stinson's Chanecka topped the visitors with 13. The game stayed close through the half at 26 all as late steals and baskets decided the outcome.

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Cuban star Tom de la Cruz to stay with Reds

Tom de la Cruz, a Cuban player in the Cuban army, will not join the Mexican baseball championship and will pitch this year for Obelmralt's Reds. Reds General Manager Warren G. Giles said the Cuban hurler called from Havana and confirmed he would return, citing unspecified reasons and money offered for the Mexican trip. Outfielder Roberto Ortix of the Washington Senators has left Havana for Mexico.

Cincinnati Fee Moye Tomas de la Cruz Obelmralt Reds Warren GC. Giles Havanna Sarang Giles Mexico Collps Roberto Ortix Washington Senators Haevane Mexlen

Athletics Sign Two Ex-Service Stars

Philadelphia Athletics sign two ex servicemen Eugene Conway of Putidelptela and Frank McMillan of Winston-Salem N C to play for the team Coach Earl Mack notes Conway a 19 year old southpaw who pitched in the Panama Canal Zone League and McMillan a 23 year old right hander from Portland in the Pacific Coast league Both seek better prospects for their careers Radford Dead In Boston veteran baseball star Radford longtime Batters with Baseville and other clubs dies at 82 after a storied career with multiple organizations.

Philadelphia Eugene Conway Putlidelptela Frank McMillan Winston-Salem N.C Putel Philadelphia Athletics Earl Mack Conway McMillan Fe Righthender Portland Mackeald

Randolph 61 Eagle Pass 41 basketball win review

Randolph Field Ram hbiers beat Eagle Pass 61 to 41 as Peters Coldwell and Beolond led with 36 and 28 points for Randolph in a strong first half. Tobin scored 13 for the losers and Welner added 10 as Ryan Dolph’s Squadron C-2 edged 2th Base Unit 20 to 27 in a preliminary game.

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Fort Sam Loses Two Openers in Round-Robin Clash

In the Eighth Service Command round robin, Engineers of Camp Clathorne beat Fort Sam Houston 63-43, then defeated Camp Barkeley 45-41. standout scorers include Rayz 39 for Glennan General Hospital and Prieberger 23 for Fort Bliss. Fort Sam Houston suffered two losses on day one.

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SAACC Cagers His iniary oc cee ovening rouna

The article outlines a basketball schedule with a doubleheader and results. It mentions personnel, sections, and a scheduled Tuesday night game. Details are garbled but indicates training, registrations, and a focus on matchups, venues, and officials.

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