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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1936

Page

5

Bostwick Eyes Castle Irwell At Aintree Grand National

George H Pete Bostwick, famed amateur jockey, aims Castle Irwell in the Grand National at Aintree on March 27. Riding seven year old Castle Irwell, Bostwick seeks redemption after last year’s stumble, while trainer Ted Anthony supports the horse siting 15 to 1 odds. CastIe Irwell is listed at 1687 pounds and Bostwick notes improved speed and steadiness over jumps. The jockey plans to ride in Lingfield trials and then compete for Mrs Ambrose Clark’s Cheltham stable before the big race.

George H Pete Bostwick Boviend Hut Ore Simo Aintree Pelding Casle Iriel Wil John Hey Whitney Dusty Foot Castle Irgell Pele Fade Ted Anthony Prie Castie Irwet Castle Ireell Cate Irwell Lingfield Aiké Ambrose Clark Cheltham Hurstport Bandowa Tigerpool Aiken S.C Mont Blanc Florida Kentucky Bos

Mission Athletes Begin Track Work

Mission athletes train for the Anduel Hidalgo county track and field meet in Edinburg in March. The squad, one of the largest in years, includes Harry Welch, J Castro, A Chapa, G Morales, G Garza, Joz Tripson, Arnold Killine Ret, L Dillard, E Roe, Jon Loatns ha, Don Tripson, Tom Trailinger, Sid J Delaney, with more youths vying for spots on various teams. In scthida high subonlrack and field semrants, Coach J D Buon oversees workouts with Connell McHenry, Jack'e Pields, Preston Murphy, Archie and Jack Gray.

Mission Claude Dailey Lean Southwest Texas San Marcos Cope Mission School Edinburg Harry Welch J. Castro A. Chapa G. Morales G. Garza Joz Tripson Arnold Killine Ret L. Dillard E. Roe Jon Loatnsha Don Tripson Tom Trailinger Jack’e Pields Preston Murphy Archie Jack Gray

Prince and Pugilist How Curley Met Wales In Wales Story

Jack Curley, famed sports promoter, recounts meeting the Prince of Wales and Georges Carpentier in New York. He recalls breakfast in bed with the prince, early chats, and a walk through the city before a night of cosmopolitan encounters. Armour and Nik the Greek are described as famed gamblers shaping Curley’s circle.

Jack Curley de Lure Poscessor Exckiox Sporting Adventures Prince of Wates J. Ogden Armour Gurtey Sack Ourley Univertal Service New York Georges Carpentier United Kingdom India Elill

No Help For Hurt Gridder In Tennessee Football Center

New York report states Herhia Tatts star of Tennessee football center suffered a severe spinal fracture in a Thanksgiving game against Kenlusty of Leaington. He was returning to Knoxville after brain specialists at a Neurological Institute advised no relief from the injury’s printul effects. Dr. Israel Wechsler cautioned mental science cannes aselsi and recovery may be permanent. He may never return to normal and his speech is badly affected.

New York Herhia Tatts Lennessee Cevtier Kenlusty Leaington Knoxville Israel Wechsler Neurological Institute Tae Menteal

Helen Wills Excused From Jury Duty in San Francisco

Mrs Helen Wills Boddy was excused from jury duty by Superior Judge Lyle T Jack, amid reports she planned to defend her Wimbledon tennis title in England this summer and devoted herself to practice. The source notes she recently arrived in New York.

Wills Han Francisco Helen Wills Bsoody England Lyle T. Jack New York

Schreiner Game Ranch Sold to McLean

Kerrville Feb 26 The Schreiner family private hunting preserve of about six thousand acres 17 miles south of Kerrville has been sold to Marr McLean a Broumont of man. The 70 Menere Paint Day ranch includes river and lakes with fish dams lodges and hunting lodges. The sale ends a long era for the Schreiner family and the ranch has long been a breeding area for deer and game.

Kerrville Na- Hon Menere Mmhe Schreiner Jihellan Ind Paras Counly Charles Schreiner Schreiner Flere. Marrs McLean Broumont of Man Iklekith Iver and Lurkry Charles Setredner

Football Degree for Berwanger at Chicago Dinner

Isy Berwanger of the University of Chicago, an all American halfback, is slated to receive a new honorary degree, master of football arts, at the annual banquet in Chicago tomorrow night. This marks the first time such a degree has been awarded by the university.

Ustcago Isy Berwanger University O Chicago University of Tawa Wniversigl

PLOWBOYS GO AFTER NO 60

Stehenville Feb 34 WINS With 39 consecutive victories John Tarleton basketball nine sought win number 60 in season finale against North Texas Aggies or Arlington. Last night the Prowboys defeated Ranger Junior College 72 to 6, pushing their season record to four straight wins.

Stephenville John Tarleton Alust North Texas Aggies Arlington Ranger Uhn Lax Ranger Sqund

College Cagers Hit Mixed Scores Across Rival Meets

College basketball results show Texas Christan and Baylor among early leaders with notable wins. Lamar, Aggies, Tulsa, and Oklahoma State posted varied scores. Upsets and close games highlighted a busy regional slate across multiple conferences with several teams close in the standings.

M. Baylor Texas Christan Wren Teves Tiivhers Firmomana Joante Beker Stephen Trarheis Lamar Lectin San Stardom Aggies Tulsa Baltimore Gresley State Golorada Calles Egetraton State Washington Arizona Fingetot Gberlin Sr. Denison College Mionesnes St. Bowarts

Owls Fight for Title in Hard-Fought Win over Texas

Rice Owls edged Texas 44 to 29 in Houston to close within a half game of second place in the Southwest Conference race. Baylor beat TCU 33-27 as the Bears moved up. Texas and Arkansas loom in the upcoming schedule with crucial games through March 7.

Jey Associated Press Rice Owls Texas Houston Owls Belf Lezas Rice Arkansas Aggies Baylor Bears Texas Christian Tings Brulns Frogs Callar Texas AL Gwiy Brisbane Red Steele Rice Jorjardl Wils Phneter Sone Lime Foulhern Sterlies Texas Chita Fayettevitle Christian Lege Reak Hous Apwire Meridien Lautern Newbs Cajlige Siasion Angina Usiloge Tarse Cheipfinn Henrtinen Metlaaue Dallas

Beaumont Election Returns Put Renfro Reelected Mayor

Beaumont February 26 Mayor P. D. Renfro held near complete returns from yesterday’s vote and was assured of reelection. He faced Dr. E Ditfenbacher, a former mayor, and rookie candidates from Voulmag’s ticket were defeated.

Beaumont P. D. Renfro Yrsterdsy Dr. E 4 Ditfenbacher Formet Maya Vietortons

Polo Chairman Boosting Low Goal Polo Play

Robert Strawbridge Jr, newly elected chairman of the United States Polo Association, plans a goodwill tour to meet players across the country. The New Yorker, seven-goal polo star, aims to boost interest among one two and three go al players and Texas centers like San Antonio while preparing for international matches.

United States Polo Association Hagy Robert EL Babfy Iis Honoy Brackenridge Park California Texas New York Laphat Bist Fort Worth Howatan Straybridge Uch England Watson Webb Hurricanes Strawbridge Philadelphia Brackenridge San Antonio Poly Cefit Smith Rube Witt Army Cou Michael Phipps Eric Pedley Winston Guest ET. Geny Robert EB. Strawbridge Jr Nolo Duck Lapham Lapham

Brant Wins Valley Net Championship at McAllen

In McAllen on February 26 Walter Hrant of Edinburg Junior College edged Clair Madowen of Weslaco in a three set final to win the singles division of the Valley spring tennis tournament at the McAllen clay courts. Brant, with a 6-2 6-4 victory over Hudson, claimed the doubles title with Dan Steahney, McAllen High, over Patrick and El Southwell. Junior doubles went to Wolford and Gibbs after a 2-6 7-5 2-6 finish for Charns and Rhyne Wagner. Fort Worth caption notes include Dr Pepper basketball team from Dallas defeating Sproles Tuesday night 36-32 at the Emptinefeld gym, Keeton scoring 15 and Reynolds adding eight for Dr Pepper.

Brant Mcallen Mildiy Walter Hrant Edinburg Clair Mwadeon Weslaco Texas Hunior College Champiom McAlley Hudson Friwson Dan Steahney Trientar Patrick el Southwell Edineburg Nelesa Wolford Arc Allen Saps Sturgles Glen Hines Bays Leflers Wolford Billy Gibbs Masten Gharins Rhyne Wagner Mision Nef Peppers Fort Worth Dr. Peppers Dallas Sproles Agers Emtinefeld Gym Keeton Reynolds Dr. Pepper Mme Mp

Camp Chatter AVALAIN and spring camp drama unfolds

Fragmented items describe baseball training camps as Augie Garten and other infielders delay signings, Bill Jurges reporting early return to right handed batting, Charley Gelbert and Makazer Frankie Byrisch weighing lineup roles, and Dykes probing Cheting and Herman amid White Sox and Reds spring workouts.

Avalain Lalif Deb Augie Garten Chigws Foldan Risemife Ko Asland Charlie Gritua Bill Jurges Lew Jnin Bradenton Fla Charley Gelbert Cardinaln Aeway Gelbert Makazer Frankie Byrisch Get Dena Calit Fed Etsie Chetin Jimmy Dykes Cheting Keo Kur Dows White Sox White Fox Babe Herman Cincinnati Noldout Sta Puerto Rico

Cats Trade Three for Kid Infielder

FORT WORTH, Feb 25. A three for one trade was completed by Cecil Coombs, Fort Worth club business manager. Outfielder Tammy Rotvello, pitcher Lester Willis, and infielder Fred Yazell moved to Pine Bluff of the Cotton States league in exchange for infielder Cart Fairly. Fairly, a tall Californian, hit .825 in the East Dixie league last year and joins the Cats lagged as a promising infield prospect.

Fort Worth Cecil Coombs Fort Worthwall Tammy Rotvello Lester Willis Fred Yazell Pine Bluff Cart Fairly Fahey Merry Cats

Officiating pair named for Catholic High cage tourney

Mike Willamison and Nemo Her-Tera named to officiate the Texas Catholic High School basketball tournament hosted by St. Macy’s university in the gymnasium. The event opens Friday at 7 p.m. with St. Joseph’s Victoria facing St. Joseph’s Dallas. Central Catholic and Sir Henry’s join five out of town teams EL Paso Denison Dallas and Galveston in the first round. Saturday schedule includes morning and evening games with consolation rounds and a 7 40 p.m. final for the championship, preceded by the consolation final.

Mike Willamison Nemo Her- Tera St. Macy's University St. Joseph's of Victoria St. Joseph's of Dallas Central Catholic Sir Henrys EL Paso Denison Galviston

Najo Sees Classy Outfit for Mission Formation

MISSION February 26 Former Texas and Western League star Najo announces Mission lineup changes and new signings as the team prepares for a demanding season. New arrivals include George Strotioyer from Kan City Blues and Ben Jarkison from McAllen. The club schedules bouts with Aztecas of Mexico City, Kansas City Monarchs, and the House of David.

Najo Leo Najo

Money Raising Tops Olympic Fund Efforts in New York

The American Olympic Committee, led by Avery Brundage, seeks about 201000 to fund the U S team for the coming Summer Games. Trials at Randall's Island face possible relocation as fundraising continues. Basketball finals at Madison Square Garden April 2, 4 and 5 may bolster the fund.

New York Tipn American Olympic Committee Avery Brandige Chicago Randall's Island Brutisage Shide Madison Square Garden New Yorks Randall's Ue East River

Battle Royal Tops Rassle Card Here

Wrestlers Leo Savage Cy Sarpolis Sid Nabors Humberto and Williams face off in a six man battle royal with a $50 winner’s purse. Dan O Conner vs George Red Ryan opens the card in a regular main event. Bad Ax Mollens of Houston is the referee.

Leo Daniel Boones Savage Juan Humberto Dr. Kurl Sarpolis Cy Williams Sid Nabors Dan O'Conner Boston George Red Ryan Philadelphia Walkathon Teo Hunbetto Savage Willains Florida Sarpolis Dan O'Conney George Ryan Dee Bad Ax Mmollens Houston

Patty Berg Ties Golf Record At Ormond Beach

Patty Berg, the mighty Minnespolis star, tied the South Atlantic golf tournament course record at Ormond Beach in a standout first round. Alice Rutherford of Aiken challenged Berg, but a late miss on the eighteenth cost a new course standard. Berg’s 73 matched Virginia Van Wie's 193? effort and kept her at the top, with strong hopes for the event.

Ormond Beach Patty Berg Minnespolis South Atlantic Alice Rutherford Aiken Miss Berg Virginia van Wie

Broncs Nip Seguin in Cage Contest

The Bronc team beat Seguin’s Texas Lutheran College Bulldogs 32 to 24 in Seguin after a Monday night practice. High scorer Bill Ghandler starred for the Bronc squad, while Chandier scored 37 points in the Texas tilt.

Wealmeonanssumer College Trane Broncs Bill Ghandler Texas Lutheran College Bulldogs Seguin Chandier

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