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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1931
Page
17
A fragmented note mentions Bloom High and Bridey night with unclear context. Readable words suggest a clever or odd event linked to school and a social gathering, but details are cryptic and no names or dates are confirmed.
International and American entries headline a big track and field meet in Garden tonight with competitors from 18 states and three foreign countries. Notables include Meraphin Marain and Itoi Keller, aiming for top spots as strong field members and Olympic club connections gather for the national showdown.
A clash between promoter Hammonds and the San Antonio athletic commission erupted as they prepared to meet about wrestling events. Hammonds announced outcomes amid suspensions and rule scrutiny, with a Thursday session planned to settle commission actions and broadcasted match details.
The St Johns Lutheran girls defeated Dariandale Tidinn Manlens 31 to 1. Burkhardt led with 16 points while Varner tallied 14. Lineups list Tlarlandale inkS and Cra Sint as forwards, Hunt and Anderson as centers.
Angeles Feb 25 Vio Laravns a noted American sprinter and mind of heart disease died four days after returning from illness. He trained at the University of Southern California where his father was a coach. Laravns was known for his 100 yard dash and 1904 varsity sprint records.
Will Rogers will participate in a charity polo game in Los Angeles. A quartet from the Ropers and a Muktrick unit will face the Hinds and Ted Gross team in a drought relief benefit this Sunday.
A faded item mentions Vera Woll of Daytona Beach and Vera Dull of Wichita tied to varied activities and names. It also notes Sheela of Warfarville, California, achieving 840 straight goals, amid a quirky Mystic Second feature about digits and a Roman year.
Berkeley report cites Ingram criticizing a football shift as wasteful of energy and exposing deception in California’s game plan. He comments on Morale, practice, and student support, claiming the team needs well timed attacks and decisive play to maintain spirit.
San Francisco report says Joe Savoldi former Notre Dame fullback posted a win over Howard Cantontine in two straight falls. Savoldi dominated with head rushes and aggressive tackling, while Cantontine was knocked through ropes and repeatedly driven into the corner as Savoldi earned his second professional appearance victory.
Tom Heeney and Charlie Retzlaff seek heavyweight championship aspirations in a 10 round bout slated for March at Olympia Arena. The pair are confirmed to clash as the event builds toward a major title bid.
Gene Hamiter, a sophomore football and track star at Southern Methodist University, died last night from complications after an operation. A native of Dallas and a graduate of Forest Avenue High School, he was noted as an outstanding athlete and farmer.
Kansas clinched the Dig Six conference basketball title by edging Nebraska 22 to 30 at Tin Cul, securing a second major year triumph for the university. The Huskers failed to overtake rivals who had won the conference football championship earlier in the season.
Virginia Van Wie of Chicago won the qualifying medal at the annual South Atlantic golf championship held here. Ties by Thelen Hicks of Rewleil and Percy Watts of Britain, N.Y. were noted in second place.
Walker and Risko expected to clash in a boxing card at Cleveland postponed from last night by rain. Mickey Walker champion and Johnny Risko weigh in as promoters plan a $50,000 show with Schmeling and Wood. Bracken’s show may still go on.
In a Tuesday night City League game at Weed- Jakopy Public Service trounced Laurel Heights while St John’s Tartherann forfeited. Only live players appeared for the race. Early second half saw many substitutes and a late Metrolets rally. Key defenders were Vottinar and Mellenbeneh with notable limiters of the Laurel Heights lineup.
Dietzel scored 46 points to spark Texas Christian University past Texas A&M in a close college game at College Station. The tall guard energized the Horned Frogs as Asolpl and Shire contributed, while Ags captain Boke entered late in a pivotal stretch.
Giants manager John J. McGraw is expected to report by night as New York trains near St Anthony hotel. Readouts show signed players and unsigned holdouts like Hogan and Lindstrom, with others from both clubs still absent or in dispute over contracts.
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