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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1908
Page
3
Contestants in training for a bowly event on March 20 plus a catsmen's convention. Training runs start at 4 80 o'clock and cover over two hours. Notable fighters include Moran, Bains, Bibbs, and Eddie Neal who faces Moran in wrestling. A $500 side bet has been posted in Chicago.
The upcoming billiards contest at Alex ader's features Putteompton Olé leading a field of top players including Cinmingdm and Oliver. Odds tilt as players anticipate a tough 300-yoink mark challenge and a prize worth the effort. The event, tied to local sports interests, promises a high stakes clash among city rivals with spectators eager for the outcome.
The Crouchos will begin workouts next Wednesday or Thursday, per San Antonio baseball management. Tickets go out Saturday to those already in the city, with a little over a score expected to arrive soon for business. Electric Park’s diamond is among the state’s best, and a new central clubhouse with lockers and showers enhances facilities, reflecting substantial improvements and fan approval.
New York, Feb 24. Little progress was made on the blacklist issue at the first day of the guile oning meetings as the National committee discussed resolutions. President Johnson proposed a text affirming that the blacklist cannot infringe on the rights vested in the National committee under the national agreement. The matter was to be debated at a later special session as NL members gathered in specific discussions.
In a basketball double header at Thomas court the Thomas Six defeated Bon Avon term 1 to 2 and the Thomas Reserves Year the Bon Avon second sextette 4 to 2. Four teams showed moments of good work with poor goal shooting from both sides. Miss Garst led Thomas in the first game with strong defense and passing. Bon Avon’s Miss M. Bosche and Miss Robertson were notable for their defense. Second game mirrored the first with limited field goals, Miss Townsend scoring for Thomas and the final score Thomas 7 Bon Avon 0.
The St Toreply Bowling League held a festive banquet on East Commerce Street celebrating the season. Officers were elected and toast speakers praised efforts while players and attendees enjoyed a multi course meal and lively entertainment.
The Plyd league action sees Inet night upset as City Distributors and Mailing Division clash. High scores include 472 by an unnamed player, with Gibson anchoring the team after delivering 45 for the series. The City Distributors lead the standings with strong averages, while the Mailing Division trails.
Vic St Marys college students organize a baseball term as C McEngo a promising southpaw steps in to follow Pop Diner. Kerrs Independents post a game with Turners to test indoor and outdoor schedules amid uncertain basketball plans and league continuity.
Tonight's bowling cards feature Lowther's Wonders against Gwla and Alysion Garden alleys face Nic Tongg's Booksellas while L Pran's Herefords competes. Garden lanes undergo renovation and lighting upgrades for improved service ahead of next month's city tournament. Emerson's alleys host a city temple enthusiasts meeting. Mission Will Wind hosts a Golden Bowling reorganizing session to end the old league and plan the new one started last Saturday night.
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