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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1940

Page

8

Bonura Contract Mess Among Giants Front Office

Giants officials are tangled over Zeke Bonura. The big first baseman, bought from Washington for 25000 and paid 15000 for 1939, appears out of 1940 plans but remains under contract. A trade or salary dispute with Philadelphia and Washington complicates the situation, leaving Bonura as a valuable asset yet unused.

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Fight for the Bantam Seat Heats Up in McCarthy Shadow

Former Fordham star Young leads the contest for the bantam coaching job with Johnny McCarthy waiting in reserve. Neither candidate is a guaranteed slam dunk as the selection race gains pace and scrutiny.

Young Pordham Johnny McCarthy

Mrs Page Hits Three Aces in 15 Days Golf Feat

Chapell Hill golfer Estelle Lawson Page, former national women's champion, carded three holes in one on her home course within 15 days. The first on December 2, the second on December 25, and the third last Saturday, marking her ninth total ace since taking up golf seven years ago.

Chapel Wire Estelle Lawson Page Chapr Hill Asi Page

TLC Defeats Pirate Five in Southwestern Tilt

Seguin game saw TLC rally in the second half to edge the Pirates from Southwestern University. Mack Lavenpor led the Pirates with 17 points while Alphnsin ter assisted Lutherans with 10 points in the tense night matchup on June 9, 1978.

Seguin Tex Litheran Southwestern University Pirates Mack Lavenpor Pirates

Pair With Porkers Also On Steer Schedule In Texas Open

Texas and Southern Methodist open Southwest Conference basketball week with undefeated records. Texas, favored after beating Rice Owls, meets Arkansas Razorbacks in Fayetteville as Baylor defeats Mexico in Waco 60 42 led by Bryski and Vaughn with 14 points each.

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College Basketball Scores From Various Games Across the Nation

The roundup lists numerous college games with mixed results. Notable scorers include players from Texas, Tulane, Nebraska, Minnesota, and others with teams like Texas A&M, Northwestern, and Kansas State achieving varied outcomes.

War Ends Irish Sweepstakes After January Draw

Dublin reports no Irish Hospital sweepstakes will be held following the January 16 drawing. Officials blame foreign exchange restrictions tied to the European war for the halt.

Dublin

Spectator promises star field for Texas Open golf week

Corcoran cites a sensational lineup for the Texas Open featuring Byron Nelson Horton Schlit Dutch Harrison Ara Wood Vic Ghezzi Jimmy Demaret Ralph Culdahl and Sammy Snead in their first appearance. Bing Crosby expected to join. rain insurance and waterproof tickets prepared for a large turnout as anticipation builds.

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YMCA League Controversy Delays Title Game After Protest

In a disrupted first half the YMCA league title was deferred after the Alamo Jewelers protested MC 4 Golden Triangles replay. Referee calls sparked boos from a rowdy crowd, and the Triangles later beat the Jewelers while Edgar Tobin Aerial Surveys fell to Pears. A title date was not set at Monday's meeting.

MC. A. Wagan Alamo Jewelers Golden Triangles Jewelers Triangles Jeveiers Alamo A. B. Franc Edgar Tobin Pears

Penter's Clothiers Clash With Randolph Ramblers Next Thursday

Penter's Clothiers eye a key game against Randolph Ramblers as leaders clash in a closer race for the top place. The Clothiers beat an unnamed foe 46 to 36, while Randolph had held an undefeated run in the league.

Penter’s Clothiers Alam Jewelers Bracenridge Gym Randolph Field Ramblers Clothiers Duncan Field Dhp Loexe Penners Werevueless Randolph

San Antonio City Officials Rally Amid Convention Buzz

The town buzzes over a major Baseball Convention with a city hotel push and mayoral support. Local leaders and committees back the gathering, promising a strong showing for San Antonio. Citizens wonder about plan details and the event’s impact on the area.

Ice Hockey Hy the Aesnsinapd Perea and Hall of Fame

A garbled item covers ice hockey and a set of individuals linked to a hall of fame, with names and terms partially obscured. The readable fragments reference teams, venues, and a ceremony or event tied to hockey history and notable figures.

Fight Results Across Multiple Matches in Dense Report

A fragmented fight results list notes bouts including Leroy Eyank defeating an opponent by outpoint while others such as Teddy Varesy and Dory Salhi have listed matchups. The writeup names fighters including Johnny Bashan and Joe Grek with locations like Chicago New York Detroit and Freehold.

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Baker Coach Takes Team Off Floor In Protest

STEPHENVILLE Texas Jane Bay Wisdom longtime coach of Daniel Baker College led his team off the floor after a dispute with officiating. The Huskies quit the game when Daniel Baker trailed 35 to 26 with eight minutes left. Referee Joe A. King called the actions the poorest exhibition of sportsmanship in years while coach Ransom defended the decision.

Stephenville Tex Jane B— Ay W. J. Wisdom Hansom Daniel Baker Ransom John Yarleton Joe A. King King

Rice Seeks Yes or No From Neely

Houston January report says Rice and Clemson coach Jess Neely held talks about the head coaching post at Rice. Neely wished to return home discuss with family and Clemson authorities before deciding. Rice pressed for a quick decision as conference play nears and a settlement was expected before today’s end.

Houston Buntiig Jess Neely South Carolina Te- Mably Indy Nerdy Clemson Neely Rice

Central Catholic St Henrys Practice Tussle

In a practice session Central Catholic and St Henrys met in a tense tussle as both squads worked on plays and coordination. Highlights included key drives by Hal Trosky and mentions of team preparations ahead of the upcoming season with business manager Frank Kahlbecker noting contract details.

Central St. Henry's St Henry's Academy Hamers Jaime Tutus Central Catholic Trosky Cleveland Hal Trosky Cleveland Indians Frank Kahlbecker

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