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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1908
Page
3
Local notes report Tata Juniors defeating Bon Avon Dimairy with a late-20s score and praise for grit in practice. Ivy indoor team beat Mustangs 21 to 6 at the Y hall, with most points in late quarters. Thomas Dyak basketball to visit Austin February 15 for a Varsity girls game. referees face typical troubles.
A jumble of baseball notes spans managers and players across teams. Ty Cobb’s inability to bat is noted alongside potential new managers and signings, including Charlie Ganzel visiting Grand Rapids and Joe Tinker weighing managing Kansas City. Reports touch on suspensions, winter leagues, and evolving lineups for Reds and Red Sox, with broader college and football mentions amid a dense, scattered update.
The Joffi¢e Ten Pins League saw Mailing Byilion defeat City Distributors by two games to one at Emerson alleys. Mailing total 1866 pins averaging 622 per game, City Distributors 1808 averaging 603. Li Luckenbach led with 454 total and a 218 high single game. Key scores: Patten 102 121 390. Tauchenbach 188 322 168-495.
Manager Goong Leily signed Joel han, a noted rhybbehand of Chieti, and the move is described as boosting the pitching staff. The piece notes his early work, expected season contribution, and mentions his four games showing potential impact, with references to team prospects and season outlook.
Thomas defeated Bon Avon 84 to 10 in a basketball practice game yesterday afternoon. Thomas backs and Miss Middlebrook at center keyed the win, while Bon Avon failed to score a field goal in the entire contest. Miss Mildred Arim and Miss Middlebrook stood out on offense as the best goaling for their teams. The first half ended 12 to 1, with subs in the second period, and Bon Avon prepares for a Friday match with St Mary’s Hall.
A general meeting for the Mission Garden Bowling is set for Monday night October 20 at 8 o'clock in the Beethoven alleys. Captains George Lowther and Schwetze of the Mud Cats discuss last season, with several teams preparing for tonight's events and quarterly prize bowls. The report includes practice sessions at Summers Garden alleys and notes on upcoming matches and officer elections for the year.
In a tense Inter scholastic league opener, San Antonio High School defeated San Antonio Academy 18 to 17 at Teal in the first belt. High School led 11 to 4 at halftime but the Academy rallied in the second period, led by Tolgt Schon and a stronger lineup. Bien and Barclay starred for the winner, with Underwood the top scorer for the Academy. Final moments featured a clutch save by Sten for High School.
Stars pull off a pair of ninepin victories over the Meteors at St. Joseph arena. First contest ended 74 to an even score in sight of Tarrillion and teammates while the Meteors fought hard in the rematch, led by Captain Willa Schelbrl and Len Lane with steady bowling throughout. Tonight’s match features Chrig Tan against Trane McFerland in a close duel as Keyes provides a strong showing at One Armory Athletic Club.
Local notes hint at a Saturday event featuring Ravage and Sommers in a ten round windup with a panel of judges and referees including Mr. Dubie. Matter of management, payments, and openers are discussed as fans expect a lively athletic program. The meeting agenda covers gate receipts, salaries, and season plans while junior teams clash in a separate card and a football-like schedule is touched upon.
A garbled dialogue fragment mentions a monk and a monastery with missing context. It appears to be a stray snippet rather than a complete story, offering little verifiable detail.
Under the heading the San Antonio Light announces a call for customers and partners, urging readers to contact TL Burrett & Co and Droz Co for inquiries. The notice emphasizes opening opportunities and inviting engagement with various firms.
The piece notes telegraphy officials planning new training schemes at Tyler Texas offices. It mentions a nine to ten day program, a wage incentive, and the possible impact on job opportunities for aspiring operators. Also cited are St Mary Magdalene parish figures and a San Antonio businessman visiting the area, reflecting broader regional interest.
Notice states the Home Building and Loan Association stockholders will meet at the Retail Merchants Association room in St. Mary's blog No 741 West Commerce street on Thursday January 6 at 8 p.m. for the purpose of electing directors and transacting lawful business. AUG BRAM serves as president.
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