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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1945

Page

2

Fog Delays Los Angeles Open Final Round

The Los Angeles Open final round was reset after dense fog halted play. Stars including Sam Byrd Ray Margrum Leland Gibson Harold McBamren Johnny Revolta and George Schuetter resumed later with Byrd tied for lead under par as fog blanketed the Riviera course.

Los Angeles Riviera Sam Byrd New York Yankee Detroi Ray Margrum Sos Angeles Leland Gibson Randolph Field Texas Harold McBpnren Seyford Maine Johnny Revolta Zvanzton George Schueiter Salt Lake

Sweepstakes Golf at Brackenynge Park Net 79

Leroy Brin nel and Bunny Rietords tied for top score with net 79 at Brackenynge Park during Sundays event. Bowmen and Dunwalnes each posted strong rounds, while Fred Cayaphetl and Lyclle Grissvelle contended amid tense finish.

Leroy Brinnel Brackenynge Park Bowmen Lyclle Grissvelle Brockensitipe Park Tak- Sry Wes

Legion Alter 50 Kid Teams Forming For State Meet

In Austin on January 8 the Fitly junior American Legion announced tentative plans for a statewide meet with 50 youth teams. Four geographical divisions will accommodate players up to 17, with eligibility rules tied to age. Teams may field 16 players and each American Legion member must sponsor a team adult. Regional gatherings are planned in Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Beaumont, Galveston, Houston, and North Texts lies.

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Kayo Expected in Joyce Williams Go

In Convention hall the anticipated bout features Joyce Williams against Kayo with a two round format noted. Promoters list Williams of Gary Indiana and Kayo’s presence as a key draw for Monday event.

Kayo Joyce-Williams Shilldelehla Willams Tregton N. dL Wille Joyce Gary Tha Vondind

All-State Avdnelator Preack Incomplete Names

OCR text fragment lists numerous proper names and places with unclear context. Readable items mention multiple individuals and locales such as Port Arthur and Jefferson. The garbled text lacks coherent events, dates, or outcomes to summarize into a definite incident or result.

Warhawks clash with San Marcos Navigators in league tilt

The Service League schedule features the Cadet Center Warhawks defending champions against the San Marcos Navigators, with other Monday games including Reade Tel Ramblers meeting Metical Service School, Brooks General Hospital facing Brooksfield Ganders, and Normoyle Railers versus Leis Comets. Last week’s winners were Chatet, Center, San Marcos, Randolph, and Normoyle.

Service League Bill Marco Cadet Center Warhawks San Marcos Aap Navigators Reade Tel Ramblers Metical Service School of Brooke General Hospital Fort Sam Houston Steam Tne Leis Comets Normuoyle Railers Nove Mosit Kelly Eld Pliers Ine Brooksfield Ganeders Brooks Coast Chatet Center San Marcos Randolph Normoyle Gacer Gentersmonthies Navigators Brooks University of Texas Texan Aggies Arhamon Warhawks En Johnson John MckKay BN Teale and Co Rai Marcos

Brackenridge High Gets New Grid and Track

Brackenridge High School plans a $7,009 project to build a two sport complex with a concrete curbed track and a 2 10 yard football grid area at St Marys street. City Athletic Director Al Lehmburg said construction will start after bids leak and completion hoped before Eagle practice next month. Equipment storage moves to the school gym with rearrangements to follow.

Buitt Brackenridge Ph School Gity al Behiberg Whey Esule Tell Siew 1 EL Siteman Mailey Peyton Letuayburg Ap & Ateelingy Arew St. Mary's Street Ute Lehmyer Eaglefield Lalumberg Alamo Lehmberg

Girl Cage Champs Narrow Narrow Victory in Nashville

In Nashville Ton, teams battled for a close title as the undefeated AL A. U. champions edged Dr. Papa Soxtey 23-20. Five-time AQ A. T. all American Alle Banks Pate starred, while Arkasas runner Larelta Binun contributed despite a low scoring night.

Nashville Ton Jin Arkangas Sliht Larelta Binun

Girls League to Be Formed at USC

USC plans a girls league with Mondails wail players and pompon teams. The meeting, sponsored by the recreation department and advisors, aims to organize a league for eligible players, with tryouts and future competitions.

Usc Phot Mondails Cegavtzetios Effy Recemation Oo Attera Tad Pom Manley Athe USA Alden Yy MT. OW Yin Wirsk Snand

Port Arthur Line Coach in New Job

Port Arthur line coach Dell Cor as new superintendent of the state employees program announced today by Rev Jamies Blewhing. Aimed at improving local schools and community outreach, the plan outlines new governance and budget priorities with emphasis on teachers' collaboration and ravine safety measures in Port Arthur.

Port Arthur Port Arutiur Dell Cor Tilia Empion Bork Anite Yella Jacks TAS Ornl Dwo del Civectar

Wrestling dates set in Dallas event for March 23 and 24

Dallas hosts a wrestling tournament with dates set for March 23 and 24. Organizers label it a major regional event featuring local and visiting competitors. Officials announce venue and schedule details for the Spoerkatorion title clashes.

Rassling Dallas, Jim Dallas

Jefferson and Tech Meet in City High School Hoop Clash

Jefferson Mustangs defend title against Tech Buffaloes in a high school basketball showdown at the Jefferson gym. The season includes a double round robin with Brackenridge Eagles Burbank Bull dogs Lanier Vous and Three District 15-Ad teams jockeying for position.

Eitet Suoty Ane Ravun Firen Et & Y Jefferson Gym Jefferson Mustangs Tech Buffaloes Perles Mustangs Buflaloes Brsekenridge Eagles Burbank Bulldogs Lanier Vous Burbank Lanier Harery Hamiltton Cuttit Hte Perry Biles Jack Jones Cash Frank Runnels Det Tech Tech Jeff “Bu Woodlawn Hot Wells Brackenridge Gyn Editon Haylandale South San Antonio Larier Herlandale Exilan

Houston junior tournament highlights and results

The Houston Junior basketball tournament saw Centralate champions overpower Houston Jeff Davis 6 to gain the 6th event as Paced by Billy Steakly and Leonard Dempsey Gatlin who scored strongly. Frankie's team held a solid lead, while Miny totaled 498 points across games and Sterkley and Gain made the all tournament team with Bobby Ring. Other results included Brownwood Lions defending champions defeating Abilene to claim the carnival title and Ranger easing past Cross Bivins in the finals.

Jyeyored Shar Youston Milhy “Ho Fiatees Houston Jeff Davis Commerce Billy Tee Steakly Leonard Dempsey Gatlin Ton Frankie Watt Miny Luelle Gain Sterkley Mare Bobby Ring Jel Davis OE L. Bubba Ghaiute Lufkin Dick Gunzaley Enteeprive Fite Houster San Joeliie Brownwood Jan Brownyrood. Lions Howard Payne Calless Abilane Dublin Lions Sat Sika Ranger Cross Bivins

Bullfighter Nas Big Day in Mexico in Mexico

Nas, famed Mexican bullfighter known as Soldado, donated a bull after the customary six bed, celebrated Sunday in the arena. The arena procession included the cattleman who raised the animal. the dead bull was dragged, and El Sol was allowed to cut the bull’s ear amid fan shouts.

Rusty Russell Named Head Coach at SMU

Announcement expected to name Rusty Russell as head coach of Southern Methodist University football. Russell, longtime Texas high school coach, would serve until Matty Bell returns from the navy and then become chief assistant. He currently coaches Highland Park high school and has a history with Temple and Marlin recreations, with Texas Tech previously considered.

Dallas Jan Hustye Russell Texas High Southern Methodist University Matty Hell Navy Bell Rotary Russell Enly Methodist Russell Highland Park High School Gants Floyd Hightower James H. Stewart Temple Maronis Highland Kathgeason

Weekend Sports Highlight at Minneapolis Track Meet

A national speed skating revival marks the weekend as male and female events headline the BSN meet. Brac STAG leads in the mile with strong showings from Brac STAG and other participants across Mexico and the Americas.

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Tourney May Lure Jones Back In 1920s Style Rally

Atlanta’s Buckhead Elons club announces a 10000 war bond golf tournament for April 5-8 to aid a portable iron ring project. Bobby Jones hints he might enter, eyeing a sub 80 score and low risk of injury as he contemplates returning to competitive golf since his 1920 retirement after a grand slam victory.

Atlanta Sam Bobby Jones Jones Hasters Auguste Buckhead Elons Chib Ttt

Mexico Signs Mack Pitcher

Mexico City officials announce Jose Vives a Mexican on Connie Mack's Philadelphia staff has signed with Mexico City for the coming season. Flores is expected to arrive soon to join the Mexican league. Teague says Juatt Casanuova Balsa will depart for Guatemala to recruit players for Mexican clubs.

Mexico City Josevives Connie Mack Philadelphia Flores Los Angeles Teague Juatt Casanuova Balsa Guha

Bowling star Nelson wins big in Alamo City sweepstakes

Nelson rolls 625 to lead Hermalin Tenpin League action at Texas center. He beat Jack Campbell 107 to 1028 in a close elimination round. Next Sundays finals at Texas Center and Main feature Leroy Leifeste or J. Van Horn in three-game bouts.

Herman Nelson Wmiin Center Jack Campbell Alamo City Oserisalion i Tle Leroy Leifeste Main Texas

Ice Hockey ATIIAT and Nearby Games Highlight Week

Fragmented OCR summary notes hockey matches and teams including New York, Montreal, Detroit, Vancouver, and Cleveland. Mentions dates, venues, and teams like Kentville Stars and San Francisco Stiamnewke with sparse, unclear details.

New York Basketball Team Extends Undefeated Run

A garbled but dense note shows New York basketball action with undefeated streaks, mentions teams or players like Rathnal and Shév, and references upcoming games midweek with Wednesday and Friday dates. The text preserves names and venues in a period-tinged sports brief style.

New York Comaredia Quarts Rathnal Shév Chonett Wernesday Searthonire Tvey Onpony Colente Menniinis Ientuicky Urdas

Roundup of college football action across conferences

A scrambled Roundup outlines games and standings across major college football. It notes key showdowns in the Big Ten and Ivy League, mentions Ohio State, Michigan, Penn, Columbia, Cornell, and Dartmouth, and references Notre Dame, Arkansas, Missouri, and Nebraska among others shaping top ranks and conference implications.

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Pro Sports Face Shutdown If War Demands Persist

A controversial wartime stance shows pro leagues ready to suspend operations to align with President Roosevelt’s mobilization plan. Athletic leaders including Kenneth Watson of Northwestern stress commitment to the war effort over sports, noting many conferences may see disruptions and possible draft-related player shifts.

Kenneth G Tug' Watson Wreeter Northwestern Unniversity Lise Westens Santealton National Football League Service

Navy Beats Army in Honolulu Bowl 14 to 0

Navy, led by former college and pro stars, defeated Army Air Force 14 to 0 in Hawaii’s first Pac Bowl. Edgar James and Bob Morraw each threw touchdown passes, with Timmons missing a field goal early. Navy dominated with 137 rushing yards and 15 completions for UL yardage. Army struggled to move the ball.

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Navy Winner In Lily Bowl Ends Army Handoff Battle

A crowd of about 11,900 watched Navy defeat Army 20 to 7 in the Lily Bowl at Lily Bowl Stadium. Navy quarterback Danny Vargo threw two touchdown passes to Harry Plowe and John Moves, supporting a strong ground game led by Dahnky Megary and Genter William Todd. Army’s lone score came in the first period on a run by Charlie Paintey. Navy’s defense intercepted Army, aided by kicks from Merl McTinniel and Curley. Governor Lord Burghley and Lady Burphrey attended with military officers. the game drew a festive, partisan crowd.

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