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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1929

Page

17

California Captain's Rose Bowl Misstep Echoes Backstory

In a rambling tale a California captain elect Mr. Roy Stiegels misplayed a fumbled punt deep in his own territory during a Rose Bowl buildup against Georgia. Critics blamed him for risking a safety, while connections to Hap OConnor and lingering campus lore colored the narrative.

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Nobody Lays Hands on Runner in New Year Contest

Universal Service from Los Angeles covers a New Year’s Day football game featuring Troy Hiegels, the California captain, who showcased reversal plays against Georgia Tech. A sequence near Tech’s 30 yard line with a fumble recovery leads to a dramatic sprint, highlighted by a remarkable push by California players and a ground-ped dash that seals a legendary run in collegiate history.

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Classy Show Ring For FA Likely At Fork Samville Horse Event

Ingenious setup by Clade We Cox and veterinary specialists marks the Fifteenth Army Field Show at Fork Samville. Abandoned warning signals and barriers define the arena now measured at 140 by 200 feet with riding ball activity beginning at 9 o clock Saturday. Public admission costs 230 and lunch half price. event lineup totals ten with Capt Brown and Capt Cox leading the committee.

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Main Hist ar Flu Claims Lead Taft High Game

Olive leads Main Avenue high in an action filled steams gage defeating Taft High last weekend. Sam Houston auditorium hosts Friday and Saturday night games with Coach Harry grooming Dick Edwards for the Biard pow and captains Kivlin, Michel, Mabavier slated to play.

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Schmelling Favored In Bout With Beriner Rival

Max Schmeling, German heavyweight, enters a ten round bout as favorite against Sekyra at Madison Square Garden. Reports say interference and crowd dynamics influenced the bout, with attention on young rival O’Connor and Southern California distractions.

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Dempsey Return Sparks Rival Speculation In 1922 Ring

New York reports that Jack Dempsey may return for a heavyweight title bid, with four opponents named if he fights again. Jack Burhes, Paeling Uxendon, (Young) Htribling, and Verney are floated as possible challengers, while Mickard and Stribling are also discussed as prospects. The piece notes training in Miami and a planned August or September bout window depending on Dempsey’s conditioning.

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Big Six Coach in Aggieland in Texas Rumor

A Dallas report claims a Big Six football coach may join Texas A&M at College Station after an inspection of facilities. The story notes several coaching names including Nebraskan links and Texas programs, but details remain unconfirmed.

Aggieland

Dempsey Denies Rejoining Heavyweight Ring Tour

Dempsey, convalescing from an operation, reiterates denials of returning to boxing after his meeting with Tunney. The former heavyweight champ, while preparing to board a train, dismissed reports of a comeback and asserted he remains inactive.

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Sonnenberg and Sonnenberg Ready for Big Bout

Strangler Lewky bends sweie training for a title clash at the Trostet gym on Friday night. Sonnenberg’s routine was lighter after a clash with Dan Roloff, chief of his routing unit, as wrist pain and a rough outing drew attention to the match ahead.

Boston Strangler Lewky Bens Pielvers Tig Tediby Sonnenberg

Coast Contest Tarnished by Reversed Play In California Drama

The article recounts a chaotic football game between California and Georgia Tech, highlighting the famous Claud Riegels reverse play and its impact. California edges Georgia Tech with better ball handling, passing from Benny Temphi, Ward to Philips, and key blocks and fumbles influencing the final score and mood of the postgame reflection.

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Army Poloists Win Hot Game In Teuton Clash

Army poloists edged the Civilians 14 to 10 at Uracksneidge Park field in a tense midweek affair. Chapman's five goals led the Army scoring, with O'Connor adding four as Independents rallied to close the gap before the fourth chucker. A matinee rematch is set for Carbonn field at 2 o'clock Sunday.

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Valley Independent Hoop Loop Formed

Eight Valley towns form the Valley Independent Hoop Loop at a meeting in June. Members include San Bevite Bowne Me Harlingen Big Londo McAteu Pharr Edinburg and Danlas. After a schedule is completed a playoff will decide the league winner at Hilinburg.

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Tech Players Pass Through Saturday on Homebound Trip

The Georgia Tech football team, nicknamed the Yellow Jackets, traveled by train through San Antonio on their return from the West Coast en route to California before daybreak. Assistant general pathfinder Tan Hood said the squad would board the train in Tenches San Sotonia at 8:09 on Saturday, with local officials noting the travel schedule.

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Boston Sunday Ball Scandal Gets Airing

Grand Jury action looms over alleged Sunday play permits in Boston. City councilman claims payments of 6000 dollars to thirteen councilmen to pass a city Sunday event bill. Witness Lynch says he was pressured to suppress testimony and keep details secret.

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Roy Riegels and the fateful game misstep remembered

Roy Rams, noted for the classic error in the California Georgia Tech clash, is praised for his performance and resilience. His mother Mrs Max Riegels shares pride in his return home and his father supports his son despite the error. The player pressed on, enduring a blow to the head and finishing the game with grit.

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Prestad University Lodas Cauuulated 1999 Totball Schedule

Schedule fragment lists Prestad University Totball for 1999 with a game against Watust College of rev Ufantsville. Entry shows October 26 date and incomplete venue details.

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Golfers Tangle For La Jolla Purse In Front Run

CHET BEER LEADS IN FRONT AT LA JOLLA WITH A ONE STROKE EDGE OVER CHET Mear OF OAKERSFIELD AT THE LA SELLA COUNTRY CLUB IN CALIFORNIA. FIRST DAY RESULTS INCLUDE MULTIPLE PLAYERS SHOOTING 72 AS COMPETITION FOR A $2500 PURSE CONTINUES, WITH NAMES SUCH AS JOHNNY FUNAR, DALLAS JEFFERS, AND OTHERS IN THE MIX.

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