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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1942
Page
7
A wire report details varied topics from a Mexican border passport policy affecting workers to a Madison Square Garden tennis exhibition marked by Fred Perry’s awkward fall and Bobby Riggs’ victory. It also covers U S L T A officials’ reactions, open vs amateur debate, and boxing and horse racing items involving Frank Carroll, Market Wise, and other figures.
Lamar High School, Houston, led by Roy Cox, trailed Robstown 41 23 with three minutes left in Brackenridge gym. Cox scored five field goals in the final three minutes, including the decisive basket with 10 seconds remaining, lifting Lamar to a 46 41 victory and keeping them alive in the annual city invitation tournament.
Boston, Jan 3 4 Frani Casso a right handed pitcher who had tryouts with the Red Sox was sold to the Jaleo club in the Pacific Coast league. Dasso previously pitched for Hollywood last season winning 15 and losing 1 as a product of the American Legion system in Chicago. The Red Sox purchased him from the Finzelton Eastern league club in 1938 amid interest from several major league teams.
A garbled postgame box score shows Robstown and Reagan teams matching in a tight contest with multiple players listed for points, fouls, and free throws. The fragment highlights Brackenridge and Robstown participation, with totals for team fouls and individual scorers, though several names and figures are incomplete.
SAN FRANCISCO Jan 344-1 Second Listit John W Gentry former star feather guard for University of New Mexico was killed yesterday when a P40 plane spun to ground near Alvarado California exploded Witnesses say the ship nose foremost into ground from a low height Gentry 25 son of Mrs J P Gentry of Junction Texas played football at UNM 1939 and 1940 Officers could not explain the cause of the crash
Eddie Arcaro returns to racing after a four month suspension, riding Jackson and One By One in Tropical Park feature races as the Coral Gables report notes his comeback amid rail side chatter and crowd interest. Air Master, John Sullivan’s gelding, wins at Paty Grounds in New Orleans with John Deeting guiding a fast start and a clear lead.
Los Angeles Inn report quotes Frank Shelton, longtime Sox and Padres coach, predicting Ted Williams will surpass a .406 batting average this season. Shelton says Williams will focus hits to left field as rivals shift to prevent his right side power, raising expectations for him to top the league.
Chicago Bears prepare to face a selection of college stars in the annual post season Pro Stars game at the Polo Grounds. Bears, defending National Pro champions, aim to extend their postseason success as more than 40,000 fans expected with top prices around 440 dollars.
The Alfackera roller derby team revived their winning form in the Municipal auditorium by beating Houston 10 to 0. Bill Reynolds of Houston suffered a knee ligament injury. A notable race between Bronks Sield soldiers drew thousands as wire birds posted six laps leading to a dramatic finish with San Antonio captain Bil Lyons scoring the decisive point in Open House. Final purse and derby title tally stood at 142 for San Antonio and 118 for Houston.
Mibwaunna Wisconsin January opening of a six day bicycle race with international flavor. Heyes Desroches of Montreal could not clear his trunk through customs in time and began the chase riding Torchy Paden’s bike with Jules Avdy wheels. Desroches borrowed racing attire from Torehy’s brother as rivals joined the event.
In a Pacific Coast Conference game, Texas A&M led by Captain Henderson but fell to Oregon State 30 to 20. Henderson scored nine points but the Aggies could not overcome the Beavers as the team prepared to travel to St. Louis for an upcoming game against Washington.
Friday basketball results feature mixed scores across numerous colleges and teams. Notable mentions include St. John's 64 over Maryland 4, Mount Union 72 over Aubrinit 44, Virginia 47 over Norfolk Naval Training Late 26, Wake Forest 44 over Mecraly Eagles 50, and Oregon State 40 over Texas A. Amb Ar 30, with several other mismatched lines and unclear attributions reflecting OCR garbles.
Amended articles of incorporation filed in Sacramento increasing Santa Anita Los Angeles Turf Club capital stock from 2 400 000 to 5 400 000 with 500 par value shares. Stake value increased from 4 000 to 8 000. A 200 share issue of 5 000 par value was left unchanged. Ownership listed as Leigh M Bottson president and Hugh M Blue secretary.
College Stations Texas A&M basketball notes show a lean squad hampered by injuries led by Freshman Coach Manning Smith. Key players include Marty Kearon and leader Bill Henderson who missed most workouts. the Aggies face Washinton University of St Louis in a Missouri Valley test as they rebuild with several junior college transfers and a large freshman contingent.
In a crowded tennis night in New York, Kovacs defeated Maka 6-1 in one set while Hodge and Flyes split their singles, and Riggs led early before Kovacs sealed the opening set. The doubles team of Kovacs and Mako won 8-6 in a long match. Meanwhile Perry, once of England, rejoined Alexis Thompson’s troupe in Madison Square Garden. In Albany and El Paso reports, Hag Hughes recovers and Bert Hutman shows improvement after a severe illness at Southwestern General Hospital.
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