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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1918

Page

11

Wrestlers Bypassed as Transport Issues Halted Events

Night of quick falls and knockouts featured wrestling and boxing showcase with many bouts staged despite transport shortages. Promoter M A Salsween and Kelly Flett led a lineup including Dayton and Ward in decisive matches while other matches were canceled or altered due to travel constraints.

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Shimkus to Face Dixie in Monday Wrestling Grapple

Promoter Edward Matsch schedules a multi weight bout card at Beethoven Hall featuring Joe Shimkus meeting Young Lisie in a key middleweight clash. The event aims to showcase top wrestlers in a sequence of weight class bouts with plans to crown a leading contender in the grappling circuit.

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Ambitious to Fly at Austin Training School

A firm courted youth aims to become a birdman after hard work at the Austin training school. Booker and Sir Antonia age tone Moser Of nell are among hopefuls working toward drawing a commission in aviation.

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Athletic program in full swing at YMC A this week

The YMCA athletic page lists multiple events across basketball boxing and business society sections. Notable matches include a senior basketball bout with Banks as holder of the event title and a busy midweek schedule featuring boxing and tennis. Local clubs and Valley businesses sponsor activities as the week progresses in New York and nearby communities.

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United States and Canada Gun Clubs Boost Trapshooting Craze

A long report traces the rise of trapshooting across the United States and new international presence in Bahamas Philippines China Cuba Panama New Zealand Australia and Hawaii. It notes thousands of clubs, growing participation, and historical yearly totals of targets and championships with figures for entrants trophies and welfare contributions.

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Intercity shooting clubs boost trophies and beginner turnout

An Interstate Association report notes Biewes led 75 shooters while 40 trophies supported new gun clubs and 35 trophies fostered team repeats. Beginners' day shoots grew since 1916 but still lagged. 442 clubs held events with 8 952 men and 895 women against 273 clubs and 12 425 entrants in 1916.

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Tener's Optimistic New Year Message To Fans From 1918

President John W. Tener expresses unwavering optimism for baseball’s future. He argues the sport offers essential recreation and relaxation during wartime, urging national support and unity as the game proceeds toward a hopeful season.

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What Sport Critics Said 25 Years Ago

A garbled relic from a bygone sports section cites critics from New York to Baltimore, noting trades and potential moves. It mentions Third Ponyman, Brooklyn, and Cy Ynunn, with speculation about college rivals and salaries amid a tumult of names and events.

Denver Promoter Eyes White vs Fowler Contender Bout

New Orleans boxer Monk Fowler defeated Matt Brook in Denver where promoter Tearwright White promotes a bout and Tees up a 135 pound catch weight. White plans a 100 dollar share for entertainment and seeks a future meeting with Fowler to finalize terms.

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Chicago managers seek more players for union convention

In a scattered note from Chicago, President Charles Weeghin plans to depart by tomorrow night to preside over a union convention. The report hints at efforts to gather certain players and parts amid broader managerial activity, with unclear details and fragmented phrasing.

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New York Quintet Keeps Winning Junior B Series

New York continued its winning streak in the Junior B Basket Bat League at the WA Saturday, defeating Iowa 6-2, Utah 12-6, and Texas 1-0 in a triple bill. Aaron Bruntenthal led the opener with a field goal and free throws, while Bernard Weber scored all points for the losers.

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Reds Prepare Shreveport Training For Spring Camp

Lat Jan 3 report from Cincinnati notes the Reds will train in Shreveport for the upcoming season. A letter from manager Autullores Mann discusses move logistics and the need to clear a site at the Newwal Tongue club headquarters before training begins. No dates beyond early January are confirmed.

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