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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1929

Page

13

Bell Named Aggie Coach Candidate Reported

Fridat reports from Fort Worth indicate Gooch Nadison and Bell are among candidates for the Texas A and M coaching post. Bell met Aggie authorities after a round trip to College Station and refused comment. A decision is expected soon with Bell visiting College Station and discussions continuing among athletic officials.

Worth Gooch Nadison Afatty Bell Af T. ‘Gc Texas A Br.enliege College Station Aggie Bell Meras Christian University A.end AF Aggieland L. GC Pete Wright Yo. U Hell Powers Mie Daneible MM Bell James Sullivan Bellong A. Aml BI Fort Worth

Basketball Results From Associated Press Summary

California led with 30 points, Konang 21. Turns Christian 39, Simmons 17. Missouri 25. Oklahoma Teachers BS Howard Pusnard 4. New York U 82. Georgetown 4, West Virginia 20. Salem OW college 23. Michigan State 85, Cornell 24. Montana State 29, Washington State 40. Alabama A 3, Montana State 39.

Associated Prean California Konang Turns Christian Simmons Brder Missouri Youthwestern Oklahoma Howard Pusnard New York U Georgetawn West Virgo Salem OW College Miichigan State Cornell Mottana Gonziga Oe Young Alabama A sMontana Slate Washington Btals

Local basketball league resumes after holidays

The Hagnée Tire Storen league resumes with Rivhey-Kirby Lumber and Junior Triangles facing off at 4 PM in the gym. Eight teams compete weekly, with teams including Public Service Engineers and Central Athletic Club in a season returning after Christmas. games set each Wednesday and Saturday.

Hagnée Tire Storen Negrogatien Ang Fac Rivhey-Kirby Lumber Company Five Sa iFehe Inking Company Tesiflen Public Service Enngineers Central Athletic Club Gooils Tirandiway Sporting Goods TOM C. A. Wolleyban League Wmen wWernentay Eige

CLUB 10 TRAIN AT KINGSVILLE

Des Moines club seeks to relocate spring training to Kingsville Texas under Kingavildes inquiry. Local chamber of commerce asks City President Keyser about requirements for hosting the team. Similar talks occur with officials from Tribantery and Buffalo teams of the International League.

Kingavilde Dan Des Moines Club Lenge Shan Chamber of Commerce Otlnr Houth Texas Yehamber Iz Keyser Kingsville Neotiatown Aleo Offidala Tribentery Thuffalo Pilise

McGraw Glad to Return to Texas Training Camp

Frank O Neill writes in the New York Journal praising San Antonio as a desirable base for the Giants. He asserts McGraw’s fondness for Texas, noting past championship runs from San Antonio to 1924 and hints at Detroit Tigers facility leases delaying a return.

John Joseph McGraw Frank Juck) O'Neill New York Journal San Antonio Plenty Black McGraw Texas O'Neill Giants John McGraw

McGraw Praises San Antonio Training Setup for Giants

Giants manager John McGraw hails San Antonio as an ideal training site. He says Texas air keeps players sharp, with better spring conditions than Florida and a readiness to perform at peak pace once in Texas.

O'Neill McGraw Texas San Antonio Giants Florida

Giants remain in camp amid optimistic pennant push

McGraw told O'Neill the Giants would stay in camp about six weeks and that prospects looked good for a pennant aspirant. The remarks suggest continued confidence in the team’s buildup and potential success for the upcoming season.

McGraw Teld O'Neill Giants

His Word Worth Something in San Antonio Publicity

A fragmented note discusses the value of McGraw and his judgment for shaping public opinion in New York and Florida. It compares boosts in publicity to a winter golf event like the Texas Open and suggests a few strong advocates influence visitor turnout.

San Antonio McGraw New York Florida Thay

Rockefeller temperance on the golf links in New Year’s vow

The piece jokes about John D. Rockefeller’s New Year resolution to control temper while playing golf. A local youth mocks the idea, noting the challenge of the so called old man’s game and recounting tense moments on the green as older players struggle with nerves and broken putts.

John U. M

Lumpkin’s memorable miss echoes Riegels in California tale

In Dallas on January 4 a Georgia Tech story recalls Lumpkin’s dramatic miscue mirroring Roy Riegels. Coach Howard Allen describes Lumpkin's failed return on a kickoff and the ensuing moments that shaped a high school season, with emphasis on preparation, team dynamics, and the line’s role.

Dallas Tex Tampkin Georgia Tech California Golden Hears Poadene Howard Allen Oak Oui High School Allen Jaiepkin Roy Riegels California Lumpkin

German Chan Takes On Sekura in Madison Square Garden Bout

New York June 4 0Pi Max Schmelling of Germany sees his second American appearance in Madison Square Garden facing Joe Sekura in a light heavyweight showdown. Sekura a clever tough boxer with a strong ring record. Schmelling previously stopped Tor Monte of Boston in his debut weeks earlier. semifinalists Johnny Winder and Charlie Rosenberg noted among locals awaiting action.

New York Max Schmelling Germany Jock Tienrgeny Gravta Madison — Square Gaviley Joe Sek Whe Hayton Obin Schmelling Anite Eain Anine Ton Bentui Leon Lomski Verity Loughran le Ip Sintonins Tames J. Arnblork Bobby Brown Ing Selonion Groves Geman Ttalian Jack Terman Ermett Recca Johnny Winder Charlie Phil’ Rosenberg Tandrew Rosenberg Bantamwrights

Two Fight Nights Planned At Beethoven Linz Arena

Postponement of a weight class bout leads to San Antonio events beginning the year. Ray Maging faces Mommy White in a ten rounder while Ray Macias spars with Pedro Arcizu ahead of upcoming clashes. Fort Nain Houston hosts a card next Wednesday with Gilbert versus Aparna Vilipino in the main event.

Beethoven Linz San Antonio Ray Maging Mommy White Ray Macias Pedro Arcizu Arvian Itay Bys Dantes Ja Fort Nain Houston Tid Gilbert Haile Aparna Vilipino

Strong soccer clashes as Suntasy, Mexia clash in league action

The undefeated Suntasy team visits San Vedra Park to avenge a prior loss to the Sal Fliers while Mexia Hooters chase perfection in nonleague play. Germania Firsts tied 2 2, beat Carmunia Seconds 2 0. Mexicas won Firsts 4 1 and Seconds 3 1. Monterey and Anahune meet Sunday 10 am at San Jade with Anioog and Independents at 2 pm.

Ion Sector Eleven Suntasy San Vedra Park Salfliers Mexia Hooters Nyu Paldiers Germania Carmunia Moexicas Monterey Anahune San Jade Anioog Independents

Pro Basketball Leaders Battle for Top Standings

In the American Professional Basketball League, leaders vie for the lead as Hickey tops the parade with Burns contributing strong scoring runs. Fort Wayne standout Sargoman sits third with 120 points, while threads of matchups and city showdowns frame the race.

Umm Van Nickel Chicago Art C Ansin Cleveland Art Xcoferk Dan Hickey Joh Burnts Dynmen Husta Henry Sargoman Fort Waynonce

Boxing clash possible after Cisneros injury in Mexico City

Reports say Lencho and Cisneros may collide later after Chiebo Cisneros suffers injuries in a Mexico City accident. Promoter Tuck Fowler indicated a future matchup but would book Leverie and Cisneros if Cisneros cannot fight.

Lencho Cisneros Repolts Mt Beethoven Finil Chiebo Cisneros Mexico City Tuck Fowler Kid Leverie

Smith Leads Rangers in Friday Ice Match

Jack Smith, young Gantian star, will center the Rangers in a Friday night game against the Blue Streaks at the San Pedrive rink. Teammates include Nettie, Brickle Murray, Archie Ble Nair, and Vince Emsworth, all newcomers to the Tanger squad.

Jack Smith Will Way Kellys Blue Streaks San Pedrive Nettie Brickle Murray Archie Ble Nair Vince Emsworth Tanger

Griffiths to sub for Les Mariner in tennis bout

In Chicago Jon Griffithy from Blnx City Iowa steps in to replace Les Mariner for a June 8 tennis match against George Geiing of Philadelphia. Mariner recently broke his right hand in a previous match, sidelining him.

Dempsey Seeks Next Heavyweight Title Bout

Macon Ga Jan 4 Dempsey on route to Miami to discuss the heavyweight scene with Rickard and interviewers. He contends the Stribling Sharkey winner will be the next world champion and notes he may not box again. Sharkey praised. Stribling seen as strongest contender among light heavyweights opportunity.

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Hudkins Back on the Road to San Antonio Exhibition

Ace Wadkins, a noted Nebraska fighter, plans a San Antonio exhibition within two weeks after a defeat. He travels from New York by Alvis, aiming to gain weight for a lighter title bid with Mickey Walker and Jack Goldie, while facing a strong support crew and references to rivals.

Ace Wadkins Nebraske Wildene San Antonio Alvis Weat New York Jone DeVes Hantkins Brekens 1Orn Hidder W Orledie Mickey Walker Jack Goldie Fenni Stephens Thue Burna Nanny Gingparo Hudki Goldie Hoy

Eddie Shea Trials New Hands in Bout with Mandell

Eddie Shea tests his rebuilt hands in Chicago tonight against Tony Mandell in a ten round clash. Shea recently underwent a complex operation after fracturing bones in his hands, aiming to strengthen them and regain punching power. Mandell seeks a decisive win to push his own title ambitions.

Chicago San Ay Shea Chieiza Tony Mandell Doston Shea Ulhhead Mane Dell Eddie

Kid Chocolate Awards Ten Spots In December Brief

Friends of Kid Chicolite received ten hours of Christmas presents and a large sum of money after a series of bonts. The event in Havana references New York affiliations and lavender Vereen, with a final amount around $20,000.

Havana Tan Chicolite New York

Sammy Price Stops Tut Seymour In Four

Sammy Price defeated Tut Seymour in four rounds by technical knockout. The bout took place at 144 pounds with Price delivering the win over Seymour, who represents Mississippi. The match occurred as Seymour was unable to utilize a comeback in the canal city setup. Independents Play Headquaters Again The San Antonio Independents hosted a practice tilt with the Eighth Corps area headquarters polo team at Brackenridge Park in hopes of avenging an 11 to 10 defeat from Sunday.

Sammy Price Tut Seymour Tiatera Und San Antonio Eighth Corps Brackenidge Park Wesday Wil

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