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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1941

Page

5

Allerdice Hurt Fire Tragedy Darkens Parish Basketball Night

Parish league play near collapse as Allerdice Hurt loses his mother and brother in a house fire. Central Catholic battles to a 93 60 win over Fernan 4 1 while St Ann's idle. Sacred Heart edges St Francis overtime 51 28 to claim third. St Gerard's tops St George's 34 9. Bob Brown nets 23 points in scoring chase with 53 this season.

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Princeton Football Star Saves Father in Fatal Indianapolis Fire

Indianapolis dispatch reports Princeton University football star David Allerdice Jr. and his father were seriously burned during a northside duplex fire. The boy’s mother Cornelia Allerdice and younger brother Anthony died from suffocation. another son John, 19, a University of Michigan freshman, was away at a friend's. Fire occurred in bitter five degree weather as David Jr arrived from San Francisco after playing in the East West charity game. Deputy Coroner James Lefiel said the mother and Anthony died of suffocation. elder Allerdice and David Jr were hospitalized with burns.

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Miller Sets Records At Eastern Midget Meet

Miller dominated the Sim FitoNin Midget Auto Speedway meet posting two track records and winning the heats plus the 25-lap main. He edged Crescent and others as Wally Stokes and Wee Sneggeser trailed in the feature. A practice crash disrupted Bool of Houston, while Miller also set a one-lap trial mark as conditions saw a fiery incident and several near collision moments.

Doc Charla Miller Sim Boday Iid Sim FitoNin Wee Sneggeser Wally Stokes Elto Oustward Crescent Bool Houston Wio Wan Irying Luysch Ie Miller Wee Sarwesser Jack Yeeitia He Miller Jack Crawfird

Winter sports in San Antonio need a promoting board

Harold Scherwitz notes the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce hopes for a winter sports boom including football golf tennis and polo. The Alamo stadium dream and a stronger organizer are needed to coordinate events and attract visitors and business, with February golf tournaments as a potential focal point. He calls for a paid organizer and a formal winter sports plan modeled after New Orleans Sugar Bowl promotions.

Chamber of Commoerce Walter P. Napier San Antonio Alamo Stadium Chamber of Commerce C. G Krunger Pelo Mayers Chamber of

No Interference With Pre San Antonio Sports Groups Plan

The article discusses keeping sports and civic groups like polo and golf associations operating on local fields, expanding their roles to boost advertising, tourism, and employment. It argues the effort could attract visitors who admire the climate and sights, though questions linger about effective follow up and chamber of commerce support.

Winter Sports Board Ratnrod Wyttt San Antonio Antonio Comeres

Conn's Manager vows suit over rival fight ads

Conn's manager Johnny Ray threatens legal action against promoters of the Betharia-Christoforidis light heavyweight bout. Ray argues the promoters unlawfully advertise a title fight when Conn is the reigning champion and refuses to recognize a forfeiture of the title. Promoter Bob Brickman welcomes the potential suit as a major highlight for the boxing scene.

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Local Basket Ball Match Ends In Close Losses and Forfeit

A chaotic two game afternoon at Woodlawn features Zarane led by Cardona and Naxba in a high scoring loss to Vadencian Grocery and Lue aca, and a forfeit and unclear results for Perpelink Hotp versus Pom Cst Cafe. Notable scorers include Cardona with 23, Naxba 41, and Gonzales with 22 for the winners, while Allison hits 28 for the losers and West House adds 20.

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Owl Steer Tilt in National Cage Spotlight

Judson Bailey reports a crowded college basketball week with top contenders across regions. East powerhouses Villanova and NYU push records, while Indiana Purdue and North Carolina challenge in intense showcase games. Strong showings from Seton Hall and Washington & Jefferson, plus Southeast and Midwest clashes, shape the title race as teams like Richmond and Florida seek advantage.

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Joe Louis Awaits the Winner in European chase

New York report notes Heinz Larek known as Germany’s heavyweight champion knocked out Italian title holder Precios Merlo in Munich in eight rounds. The victory makes Larek the leading challenger for Max Schmeling’s European title as Louis awaits the outcome.

New York Heinz Larek Germany Heayight Precios Merlo Munich Max Schmellng

Draft has them guessing in baseballs draft

Louisvile July 6 Baseballs front office men weigh Uncle Raids impact on players and clubs with mixed views. Frank Shaughnessy predicts war drafted players hurt stars more than teams while Earl Mann argues able to play in the army could return strong talent. A nine member committee reviews minor major league pact and may finish by tomorrow.

Louisville Uncle Rain Frank Shaughnessy International League Cubs Earl Mann Atlanta Southern Association Mann Shaughnessy Jose American Association George Weiss New York Yankees George Trautman African Association Kely Dows Trautman

Dixie Tennis Begins With Ride Tournament Start

Tampa Florida opens the Ride tournament pitting top U S players Bobby Riggs and Jen McNeill in a bid for the 1931 national title. McNeill seeded first faces Riggs in the finals, with other notable entrants Frank Kova Frank Guernsey Hal Surface and defending greats from across the nation. Female competitors include Helen Hull Jackson and Sarah Palfrey Cooke as women vie for honors.

Tampa Fla Bobby Pye Chicago Chance Jen McNeill Oklahoma City Forest Hills McNeil Rigéa Strand Riggs McNell Bryan M. “Bitsy Grant Alsiniis Flax Lol Alloo Herkity Frank Guernsey Orlando Hal Kansas Los Angeles Helen Hull Jax Sarah Palfrey Cooke Brookline Mass Yer

Jalopy Derby Record Set at Devil's Bowl Track

Oliver Stripp won the Buartny’s Jatouy derby title at Devil’s Bowl, setting a new record in a late race dash. The event featured fast laps and a senior field, with mentions of Roy Casper and Jimmy Sebatt in the strong feature lineup as drivers pushed toward the conclusion.

Devil's Bowl Oliver Stripp Buartny Amark

Two League Grid Teams Maintain Clean Records

Two league grid teams kept undefeated records as Kentucky clubs split wins in a Monday games at Van Daele stadium. The Boys crushed Eastside Rockets 24 to 0 while Abd Kentucky beat the Buccaneers 20 to 6 setting up a late season title tilt between the leaders.

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Clarence Hackney Golfer Dead at 46 in Atlantic City

Silhouetted by a foggy Atlantic City night Clarence Hackney golfer is reported dead at age 46. The wire notes his ties to the New Jersey open title and cites family, former Canada open players, and a brother in Marek town as context.

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