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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1933
Page
31
A Chicago Cubs release of 35 year old slugger May sparks regret among San Antonio fans. May began in San Antonio over 15 years ago, later reaching the majors as a steady, control skilled reliever in a career marked by strong pitching command and a key role in the World Series era.
Ins league report states outfielder Teron was bought by the Toronto club from Brooklyn in a straight deal. Boone, near veteran, last played for Newark Bears. Price not disclosed and the move aims to strengthen the lineup for the season.
Fragmentary dateline San Marcos January 1 mentions local events with garbled names and incomplete phrases about a stopprd and a transfer. The readable pieces indicate a regional update lacking coherent details or identifiable persons or organizations.
Detroit Tigers begin spring training in San Antonio on March 1 under secretary Charles P Anvin and president Frank Navin confirms second squad reports March 7. Camp expected to field about 32 players with pitchers and catchers working early to build arm and leg condition ahead of exhibition games against teams including New York Giants.
The Harlendale bird school and the Sons of America meet Monday at 7 30 for their first game of the season. The Sons have two wins in three games, beating Thomas Jefferson and two reserves while losing to the Reputars. They won the first hel championship of the Alamo lease and plan to challenge Ray Dixon's team.
Cornerheads beat Marl Twain 42 22 on their home court. Leading scorer Pons 13 points and Meyers 16, with Lavelle adding 31? Notable players include Stangsh Revard Carter Song Swain Haveron Schuty Schutz Mims Reeles Jones Moseley and guards Harris Ryan Newmann Chester.
Amos Alonzo Stagg 71, former University of Chicago coach, is expected to leave the Medical Arts sanitarium Tuesday. Dr Max Rohde, his physician and former pupil, said illness included bronchial pneumonia and influenza. He plans to return to Chicago to consider several coaching offers.
Canada will participate in the Davis Cup competition this year as confirmed by the Canadian Lawn Tennis Association. The entry was finalized today, with Toronto noted as a key location in the Americas Zone.
Minneapolis sports item notes a refundable prize linked to a home run. A fan or participant named AeAIash the Minneapolis baseball scene is mentioned with a father involved. The report references a Saturday total and a prize amount of 250 dollars tied to the ball event.
Dallas workers push to ready a new ball field layout ahead of the Detroit Tigers arrival around March 2. Donavan oversees sod replacement with 200 yards ordered, 186 yards to the infield. Local officials and staff prepare for the park project with Conway inspecting and coordinating equipment and salaries amid financial planning from the San Antonio Sports association.
Centenary announces a revised football schedule leading to a Thanksgiving game with Loyola at New Orleans. The card also includes previously scheduled games against Texas, Baylor, Mississippi, and Texas A&M, with adjustments to the Texas contest location and date.
A scrambled recap lists college basketball results including Navy 47 over Franklin and Marshall 28, Temple 43 over Carnegie Tech 38, Dartmouth 47 over Cornell 31, Wyoming 33 over Western State 2, Texas 46 over Baylor 26, Arkansas 36 over North Texas Teachers 26, and other numerous scores with teams such as Missouri, Kansas State, Texas A and T, and St. Louis University.
Persistent rain postpones the scheduled polo opener at Herrison Palo Field on St Hedwig road East Houston street park and Willow Springs golf course. The Crusaders led by Captain Carl Queanford will now play Ayrsin under Captain John A Small Je next Sunday.
San Antonio hosts a visit from Jovi Moore, New York Giants outfielder, a former San Antonio Indians product, with his wife as guests. Rumors swirl about trades and prospects as nearby major leaguers like Billy Herman are also spotted in the area, signaling renewed local excitement over big league connections.
Goodwin defeats Celest Durand at Timber Point in Long Island to win the Miami Country Club annual mid winter amateur tournament final. Jim Pla and Tammy Monroe noted among participants as top contenders.
New York reports Ernie Schaaf, the Boston heavyweight, will sever all relations with Mark Sharkey following a knockout of Stanley Foret. Schaaf plans a new manager, roped in by Charley Johnston, as he weighs future bouts and possible matchups with Sharkey on March 3.
In Austin on January 7 the Texas Longhorns routed Baylor 48 to 26 as Ed Olle’s squad launched the 1992 conference slate. Baylor’s passing faltered and Texas defenders stifled their shooters, with BU Kubiicht scoring 19 for the Longhorns and contributions from Thompson and Gray.
Officials of the Texas league abolished the old split season and adopted a round robin plan to crown a champion. The top four clubs compete in a sequence of playoffs with prize money allocating most to the champion. April 11 to September 5 schedule includes 154 games per club and five double-headers. Claude Robertson, former San Antonio manager, attended the meeting casting uncertainty on his status for next season.
The St Louis Browns near a sixth ownership change in the San Antonio baseball club after Texas league talks in Dallas. Original owner Wade Moore sold to Charley Black and associates in 1905. Previous owners included Block, Miaizing Wonk, Tenyson, Selireter, Mrs Benson, Hammond, and others. Browns reportedly paid franchise and League Park fees. meeting set to discuss future control and matchups.
Dallas January 1 report says Texas league president J Alvin Gardner extended the franchise deadline to January 20 to salvage San Antonio’s entry in the eight team Texas circuit for 1993. Talks with St Louis Browns owners and minority stockholders aim to convert control to major leaguers, settle debts near 140000, and keep San Antonio in organized baseball.
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