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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1928

Page

9

Bruins Manager Mystery Delays Announcement as Fans Await

Rumors swirl about who will replace Ables as Bruins manager with San Antonio club head Harte Alles denying field duties. Commissioner Lanilis says a Landis decision on Ables’ heir will come soon, while Chicago hosts the pending reply after Ables travels from Atlanta. Fans cling to word of a “hard guy” to steady the team and challenge umpires.

Harte Alles San Antonio Bal Feata Harry Alea Tulse Lanilis Tethrope Landis Ables Chicago Antiim Ihe Ieam

Bowling league chaos with many teams cruising to wins

Totals and team matchups abound as the Grand Alleged Chi finercial Handicap League and Turner League showcase variable results. Leaders include Horn and Hollins on strong showings, while Gueldinur, Schueder and Wloonan’s Decorators posted multiple victories.

Tazwo Uml Queen Candy Company Hollins Neh Tive Inother Hubb Welly Ted Louis Gueldere Walises Dad Wloonan Kaurers Woclen Telmer Gueldinur Schueder Soanan Ilauyigh Notte Keuler Suthely Wren Vineeping Besch Titterbbonn Briggs Fossere

Force Army to Book Navy Again

Wartime dispute centers on restoring ties between West Point and the Naval Academy. President Contidge urged appeals to mend relations, with Brecon’s Republican committee pushing for renewed cooperation. Navy relations remain strained as West Point resists eligibility rules.

Anniwlia Naval West Point Hersidont Belleon Britten Notre Dame

Six Day Rider Injured In Collision

Chicago news reports a six day rider from Chicago named Reggie McNamara injured in a collision during a major track event. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. with Galloroy and the Holland American team leading early while Ernest Kockler and White Merkner pursued. Walthorn and Spearley trailed behind as Boekwan Debaets formed, Goosens and Madden’s withdrawal affecting position. The veteran rider Phe Chicayo Gol five era noted for long career, having won thirteen more races than any other star, has repeatedly broken bones including collarbone skull jaw and pelvis in previous accidents.

Chicago Tan Reggie McNamara Jay Wdeyely Galloroy Tinburt Chicayo Millioun Ernest Ayn Kockler Woite Merkner Bobby Walthorn Freddie Spearey Nice Boekwan-Debaets Combition Goosens Aml Madden Ailents

Olympic skaters sail for St Moritz with U S team

The advance guard of the American figure skating team departed New York for the 1938 Olympics at St Moritz. Beatrix Towne, Shevlin Badger, and Roger Darter lead the party, joined by Took Tibberian and officials Theresa W. Blauchard, Turibel Vinson, Nathaniel Les. Louhian sails for women's singles with Salger.

New York Mugope Odiy Smajoetic Beatrix Towzhsan Warionsl Sheewin Badger Roger Darter Hoxton Took Tibernian Everutary United States Figure Skating Association St. Morita Swerbiad Theresa W. Blauchard Turibel Vinson Nathaniel Les Toston Inter Miss Loushian Salger

New Orleans Restores Ollie Tucker Back to Lineup

New Orleans announces Ollie Tucker, drafted by the Saints in 1926, will play right end for the club this season to replace departed players. The signing, valued at an undisclosed price, comes as Tucker returns from a prior stint with the Washington club and previously starred at Ole Tarker High.

Sew Orghans Jam Ole Tarker Minneaport Aineema

Cubs Reported Angling To Get Rogers Hornsby

Chicago officials disclosed the Cubs are seeking Rogers Hornsby with players or money in a possible trade and indicated Boston would not reject a deal. President William Veeck hinted an offer may already exist to Braves owner Tubs, while commissioner Lutty refused further comment.

Chicago Rogers Hornsby Boston Chicago Cubs William Veeck Tubs Braves Veeck Migutialians Inseman Cubs Wheenen Tudiana New York Lutdis

Mandell Nearly Falls to Petrolle in Lightweight Collision

Sammy Mandell the world lightweight champion survived a dangerous eighth round from Billy Petrolle in a ten round bout held in Minneapolis. While Mandell delivered solid defense and sharp counters early, Petrolle connected with a resounding blow that nearly KOed the champion. The newspaper verdict favored Mandell though many reporters felt Petrolle earned the closer impression in the late stages.

Minneapolis Dan Sammy Mandell Billy Petrolie Warge Express Nepoliatous Nurilwestern Boxing Pronowers Petrolle Hott Massel Fourd Metrolle

Fort Clark defeats Houston polo team in Valley tournament opener

In a six chukker match Fort Clark polo team edged the Houston Yellow Jackets 11 to 3, opening the Valley Wide Winter event. The Army captain Jernigan led Fort Clark with strong riding while Houston struggled on the rough field.

Houston Yellow Jackets Fort Clark Br Ik Jernigan Army

Wotzis Baseball Team Holds Preseason Meeting

The Timea, tern & Krougse All Star baseball club met Thursday night to discuss players and uniforms. Attending were Hy Minaue, R. Bruen, Ta Brown, Ch Witeninn, Danie, Hi, Weel, Re Hikes, Abateh Conrad, Gal Roberta, Morrigater Jel Wudinese.

OYS Timea,tern & Krougse All Star Baseball Club Avace Hy Minaue R. Bruen Ta Brown Ch Witeninn Danie Weel Re Hikes Abateh Conrad Gal Roberta

Kicker Boats Prepare for Long Catalina Race

Avalon California hosts an array of small sea racers as about thirty pilots tune their craft for the long course around Santa Catalina Island. The twenty one mile stretch tests speed and endurance amid turbulent seas as crews finalize adjustments before tomorrow’s start.

Avalon Bana Catalina Listand Cal Dam

Miami Race Plant Closes After Betting Ban

In Miami, racing operations shut down after a ban on gambling, ending the night’s program after the eleventh race. Officials cited insufficient wagering revenue and a lack of legal betting as the reason for closure, with plans to resume when betting is permitted.

Miami Fla Che Biscayne Renard Ehich Tte TR. Leturk Ely Che Reson Jash Sywing

Dibble Sports Triumph Over Cubs 39 to 26

Dabble sports edged the Cubs 39 to 26 in a contentious matchup on the court last night. Savage led with 16 points for the Cubs while MeKngit and Lriest contributed steals and scoring. Forwards Neal and Tolman. guards Vigkot and Bott also featured prominently in the effort.

Tanme Sh. Mav Havage Weh Hipee Ussese de Hull Lriest MeKngit Govnerd Pointa Cubs Moog Agnit Savage Neal Ponters Domeritt Tolman Ganrids Ciliss McKnight Vontor Bott Sands Seem HS Ku Rod Cubs He St

Hooper Set to Fight Lopez at Business Men's Club

Hooper signed to meet Lopez in a 138 pound bout at the Business Men's Athletic club. Promoter Shelton also announced Burns and League as main event contenders for a separate match, with updated terms and anticipated strong interest from fans.

Brooke Cooper Ane Shelton Hooper Tepes Howan Wiey Tun Coults Mteady Simpson Hers Tanee

23rd Infantry Keeps Up Pace in Fort Sam Basketball Race

The Twenty third Infantry and Air Corps teams clashed at Fort Sam Houston auditorium Monday night as the Ninth Infantry beat the Twelfth Field Artillery 7 in the second game. Heffner led scoring with 10 points for the Infantry, while Cucke and White contributed for the winners. Siliks refereed.

Laut Pete Heltner Sam Lloustin Themeinn Ai Corps Fort Sam Infantey Manekng Twelfth Field Artillery Tafwartyx Heffner Cucke White Mintzer Lepanonk Boxhinke Coates Cavanaugh Behrens Bebuick Tidenaw Ziesse Air Compa Gibson Manning Vandénet Joe Views Ard Alariy Saville Madiwks Babe Nigntey Wierett Darlyllinger Clendunvina Clk Bailey Mode Villard Stone Allayd Jones Artile Jackson Morse Hagers Sonrhe Brown Sharks Maxtin Slaar Ditkin Siliks

Bell Playing Brown Today at Country Club

Berkeley Bell travels with Ane to a Saturday tennis engagement at Die Han vitonio Country Club. Brown of Browls competes. Shy Saxiroy not arising at KsQ0. match slated for 2 o'clock in the afternoon.

Berkeley Bell i Aneiin Die Han Vitonio Country Club Wiity Brown Browls Miskoury Valley Shy Saxiroy Aris Soretwinglus

Boy Pugs Pack in Record Crowd at Fight Night

A large boxing card drew a record crowd as promising lightweight Paul Watkins dominated Ben Rodvigoss, with Morales and Wyrenamt drawing national attention. The show featured several bouts including Rosa, Wentworth, and Wildman, all delivering decisive moments and exciting action.

AML Partheramre Paul Watkins Thetarvel Wimney Nischim Ben Rodvigoss Watkins Earl Real Bora Blyyd Wyrenamt Tusse Morales A ! Ra Bath Wovebaad Lad Spritter Weyil Bil Mroness Kil Rose Deoxy Alow Hunt Kitt Adame Jounils Paver Kid Wentworth Wentworth Smage Pgrs Kal Neacko Bid Pats Tagts Bos Mooney Kid Bream Leo Wildman Hrooks Hooper Rerey

Buttons Halt Devine in Ninth Win for Marys Academy

The Buttons, dominant in passing and speed, beat Devine to match score. Key players include forward and center with strong reserves in the third quarter, lifting Marys Academy to a nine point victory as lineups show.

Mary's Academy Hin Mary Svowkom Devine Mie Hansa Wagner Mitebill Micgeway Lynn Venice Tale Grant

Roberti Katapults Munn Through Ropes

The fragmentary item describes a boxing or wrestling moment where Roberti overwhelms Munn, throwing him to the ropes and press table, with chaotic ringside action and a knockout following a tense exchange. Names and details are garbled but imply a ring assault and a dramatic finish.

Roberto Roberti Yulia Monte Mymiti Nebraska Anita Boi Teuhneat

First Title of Tenrrorit Rowing History Unearthed

Fragmentary notes describe the earliest efforts in Tenrrorit rowing and the establishment of teams. The text mentions weather impacts and a launch event near Tapmawy with water conditions complicating the day.

Wannabry

Storybook Finish Wins Mat Title at Wisconsin Meet

Wisconsin wrestler Fortney defeated Hin 50 points to help Wisconsin win the mat title at the Jig Ten Gust meet against Tass. Final score tied before the last match was called. Local details note a close finish and Wisconsin’s first wrestling title of the season.

Madisuen Wi Dan You Fortney University of Wisconsin University of Tass Fortirs Gillebrist Aapen Hesmalee Nelson

Amateurs Back Professional Tennis Move in USTA Meeting

News from New York reports the amateur tennis committee endorsing the aims of the Professional Lawn Tennis Association at the United States Lawn Tennis Association meeting in Chicago. The action would mirror amateur golf relations, boosting professional influence on youth and development while requiring clubs to obtain national approval before any endorsement.

New York Amnteur Thle United States Chicago Lennis Jones Shel C. ©. Pyle Hefape Pati

Utilities Practice Against All Stars

Utilities prepare for a Saturday night practice game against the St. Marks Lions. Expected players include Tamlett, J. Harris, B. Murray, Burkhardt, Ferrera, Feratio n, Vy, and Veltuinn as the lineup tightens for the upcoming clash.

Utilities Abe Linlitles St. Marks Lions Tamlett J. Harris B. Murray Burkhardt Ferrera Eteh Feratiaon Veltuinn

Sunday School League Leaders Clash at YMCA Arena

Top Sunday School League teams First Presbyterian and St. John's, meeting at the YMCA, vie for first place in a pivotal battle. The Trinity Methodist and Central City join the schedule as the third game. Weather and further results to follow.

First Presbyterian St. John’s Dutherill Y. M.C. A. Bate Gine

Arkansas and Texas clash in rugged conference game

Arkansas cruised past Texas in Fayetteville 42 to 26 as the Razorbacks led a two game series sweep. Injuries and fouls marked the Texas defense as Arkansas built a commanding early lead and held on despite late pressure.

Arkansas Razorbacks Texas Christian University Walker Ursas Universite Texas Igein Baylor Bears Sam Houston State Allies Bear Rats Heras Nete Cawthorn Dusty Boggess Texas Brock Wray Wiles Defenge Walker’ated Lavney Rees Casati San Antonio Tlooner

Chicago to Host Belzer in Illinois Track Contest

German middle distance great Dr Otto Belzer accepted an invitation from the Illinois Athletic Club to compete in Chicago. He will likely run in the 1000 meter event while visiting the city for several days. Belzer, renowned as a world champion, is touring American venues this month.

San Francisco Otto Belzer Germany

Delaney and Risko Sign for Ten Round Bout in New York

The bout between Delaney and Risko was signed yesterday for a ten round fight at Mail Square Garden in New York. No date was set as Tax Rickard announced it.

Universe Servise York Jun. Teau Deviter Jommay Hiskener Mail Square Garden Tax Rickard

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