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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1939

Page

3

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.

University of Texas Longhorns Gregory Austin Bugier Brannall Rice Owls Owls Jack Gray Teras Apelis Arkansas Ine Aggits Tesin Fayetteville and & M Moers Texas Frankie Carswell Rice Thurman Hull Ches Granville Willie Tale Oran Spears Placido Gomez Bert Selman Ike Steadley Craddock Arkansay Agries Hickey Gammilli Adams Martitt Aggies Tinker Parker Far Achanans I. Adams

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.

Sy Bob Considin New York Ray Pumne P Plessan Peise Miegals Doubleday Croperstown N. Yas Imsenali Nat Cooperstown Frank Menke Encyclopaedia of Post Spors Ite Cally A. G. Mills Menke Alexander Cartwright Cartwrytht New York City Zomothne Tate Hoboken Shaickerbookers New York Pine Cartwright Standard Plsckerbockers

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.

Garcia Apostali Garden New York Filipiya Gefering Fred Madison Bauare Garden Tromoter Mike Jacobs

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.

Duke Texas Hiardouts Baschaly Pavduig Bal Justine

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.

Vander Meer Tamia Aensitianst Eaneba Reds Uhwck Willy AM McKechple Inxwell

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.

Texas.Tech el Paso Lexas ‘Tech AEM Texas Colter of Mines

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.

Ghicago Chicago White Sox California Luke Appling J. Louis Chruskey Appling Luke Pasadena Barry Stud Goach Billy Webb Chintage Giant Brown John Rigner Toms Fleming Jess Doering George Gick Tom Stevens Mike Tresh George Rensa Ken Sylvestri Noy Man Schleuter Neal Hans Pusationa Street

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.

Salu Lake CI Colorado University Visheniversity Buffaloes Chamions Utah Utah State Wyoming National Fox Hunt Lexington National Fox Hunters Association Paduch del Munte Calif

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.

Coast Track Los Angeles Mayo San Antonio Hercaré Amon Dem Ajited Vanderbilt Heelfly Townsend B Martin Cravat Edward Friendly No Dice Sweepetot Honey Cloud Olimps Flying Lee Quick Devil Bourton King Ossibaw Wild Turskey Frexo Ale Santa Anita Kayak II Sarteado A. A. Baron Parker Corning Ise Craval Jacala

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.

White Sox Farsier Herring Chicago Deat Manle Strae Chicago White Sox Fita Stretton Hall Witmer Jimmy Dykes Vic Prosievard Art Mecame Stratten Fraiser Hertiig

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.

Gayle Talbot Associated Press Sportshter Florida Light S Sports Star Talat Gayle England Associated Press

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

Fragmentary classified item notes an apartment rental with contact details and advert wording urging quick ordering or subscription, mentioning daily and Sunday circulation and a rental available with a tenant described as occupying the unit. The ad lists address hints and a phone-like reference for ordering copies.

Ada Greateat San Antonio Neyne Ab Invest Rensansvle Mth Accuro W Cours Leon Adwaiter Pannin

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