Steers Tackle Rice In Drive For Title
Texas and Rice clash in a Southwest Conference basketball showdown as Texas seeks a win to tie for the league lead. Coach Jack Gray relies on Booby Moers to slow Rice guard Frankie Carswell while Arkansas and Texas A&M also vie for conference positioning.
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Doubleday Not Origin of Baseball Says Menke
New York February 23. Frank Menke author of the Encyclopaedia of Baseball disputes Abner Doubleday’s role as founder and claims baseball evolved from English rounders with Cartwright shaping early rules. Menke says the Mills commission erred and Doubleday’s 1907 paternity mantle is misplaced.
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Garcia to face Apostali in Garden bout March 17
New York reports Filipiya Garcia meets Fred Apostali in a championship style boxing match at Madison Garden on March 17. Promoter Mike Jacobs backs the event with official commentary and venue details.
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Negro Girls Basket Ball Game In Local Center
A fragmented report describes a basketball game involving Negro girls at a local recreation center, detailing unclear actions and remarks about players and officials. The text references a fast Texas route, salaries, and a contentious atmosphere without clear outcomes or names.
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County Juniors Clinch Conference Title At Central
In a tense playoff game at Central Catholic juniors edged out Anthonysty 32 points to 16 by Juastziya and Zammarita contributing eight for Certtral. The event showcased the Css C Jones team earning the junior conference crown.
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Vander Meer in Reds Camp Amid Spring Setbacks
Vander Meer, the promising rookie, faced rough spring work as Reds camp opens. Manager AM McKechnie weighs options after a shaky session, with Meade and Eaneba noted in the chatter. The team drills focus on trimming errors and building form for the season.
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Texas Tech Tops Border League Contenders in Narrow Win
Texas Tech grabbed the Border League lead with a 40 to 98 victory over Texas College of Mines in El Paso. The contest remained close into the final minutes as both teams exchanged baskets. A later note mentions Finland and boxing-related Olympic training in 1949, with ongoing team plans and manager changes at Salt Lake Park.
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Appling Holds Out As White Sox Depart For Spring Training
Chicago White Sox head to California for spring camp with Luke Appling the lone holdout until he signs. Manager J Louis Chrushkey dismisses the delay noting Appling often arrives late. Reported March 3 arrivals include eleven players and secretary for Barry Stuy Goach Billy Webb.
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Colorado Captures Big Seven Laurels In Tight Win
Colorado Buffaloes edged Visheniversity 48 to 46 to claim the Big Seven basketball title and move into a three way tie for second with Utah Utah State and Wyoming. Separate item notes National Fox Hunters trials set for Paducah Kentucky during Roxeniver 12 week period as decided by the executive committee.
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Preview of Santa Anita Handicap at Coast Track
A crowded field of contenders lines up for the $10,000 Santa Anita Handicap at Coast Track with a week to go before the race. Notable runners include Wat vich pause, Bris one furlong, and Bean ongoing bids from Heelfly and Cravat while Thanksgiving signals a return after a long layoff.
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White Sox Hope Veterans Deliver in 1939 Outlook
Chicago moves to bolster 1939 hopes after a rough stretch. manager Jimmy Dykes relies on veterans Vic Promavard Art Herring and others to shore up pitching and infield depth as Stratten battles a setback while aiming for a stronger season.
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Racing Notes From The South Florida Meet And Other Tracks
The report covers Miami racing notes with Tam Sneetay, Elaleah, and Coral Gables entries, plus Santa Anita and Fair Grounds action. It notes 400 members of a club, major comments by Don Mears, and key Florida horses, jockeys, and bets with several named individuals and venues. It also mentions Sox spring training prospects, roster moves, and several players under consideration for infield and catching roles.
Flamingo Stakes Contender Predictions From Meager OCR
Horse racing notes from Kentucky Derby week discuss the Flamingo Stakes for two year olds at Hialeah. Technician and Volitant are favored in a crowded field headed toward Louisville with Jersey claims and speculation about who wins.
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Fans Barred From State Title Game
CAARLES TOWN IL Feb 25 Spectators were barred from a title deciding basketball game last night due to influenza. Only players and coaches could witness the clash as Montana State Norm defeated Eastern State Leaders 44 to 7 to clinch the collegiate championship.
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Gayle Talbot Becomes Father After England Marriage
Gayle Talbot, veteran AP foreign sports editor, welcomed a daughter yesterday after marrying in England. Talbot, based in Florida, previously led The Light sports desk and now continues as AP sportshter with a new family milestone.
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OldsTimer in Sports Circles
A Pennsylvan ia University survey notes rowing as the oldest organized sport at the university dating to 1760, with intercollegiate competition starting 1896. It details early clubs, rowing traditions, and the rise of baseball, tennis, golf, and other activities alongside China’s Olympic plans in 1949.
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National AAU Meet Faces Record Breakers At Madison Square
Fred New York leads a star-studded field at the National AAU track meet in Madison Square Garden with world records and fast times anticipated. Among contenders are Glenn Cunningham Ben Johnson Turh Thompson Alla Tolmich Roy Staley Joni Borlean Kay Meadows and Mel Walker, with Jerry Warmerdam and Dick Meadows also listed. The crowd expects possible new marks in 1000 meters 65 meter hurdles and long jump as top performers push to erase existing records.
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Giants Big Question Marks of 1939 by Lawton Cave
New York Giants face a volatile 1939 season with uncertain infield depth and lineup, possibly lacking Burgess Whitehead and first base options. Manager Mel Ott may employ an eight-man defense while evaluating tighened pitching and outfield fit amid changes and health concerns.
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Ambers Triumph Highlights Looming Rematch
Lou Ambers scored a technical knockout over Ariamendi in a twelve round welterweight bout set beside strong crowd response. The victory boosts Ambers' profile and hints at a potential rematch as Armstrng era looms in boxing circles.
Rented Notice From Local San Antonio Paper
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