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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1934

Page

7

Bears Rout Coast Stars In Exhibition At Wrigley Field

Chicago Bears overwhelmed the Pacific Coast all-stars 41 7 at Wrigley Field after a crowd of about 20 000. Grange starred with a 67 yard TD run and a 40 yard score on a pass as the veterans displayed early form, while Harold Grange and Red Saunders led the attack. The Coast lineup showed a passing attack and big plays but could not stop the Bears who added a 53 yard TD by Giff Battles and other scores in the first half.

Paul Zimmerman Los Angeles Chicago Bears Southern California Harold Red") Grange Minuis John Bull Pohhring Giff Battles Graver Beers Homer Griffith Granges No. 77 Dorbying Jack Manders Bill Gewitt Russ Saunders University of Southern Dalifords Saunders Reftt Jimi Musick Battles Lee Bears Hettles Gene Baoram Prriog

New Basketball Idea Tested by Wooster Coach

Ohio's Wooster College trains its basketball squad under Mose Hole after a 62-0 streak over five seasons. He tests a fast-break offense using a triangular formation with forwards Sekerax Harley or James, and center Wilett. Guards feed the ball into the triangle as the team lines up varied pivots.

Wooster Wooster Ohio Mose Hole Wonster College Sekerax Harley James Wilett Venter

National indoor tennis champs crown doubles unit

Sutter and McCauliff capture the Miami Billikens doubles title in a hard fought final. Butter of New Orleans and Gene McCauliff of New York defeated Frank Shield and Ricardo Stavales in a tense three set match 7-8 7-5 6-3. McCauliff improved after a slow start while Sutter provided steady, strong defense. George Toll of Chicago won the singles title, finishing a lengthy event.

Sutter McCauliff Miami Fla Chit Butter New Orleans Gene McCauliff New York Vonar Prank Shield Ricardo Stavales Guha Suter George Tol Chicago

Week-end Sports wrap from Washington and Miami events

Weekend sports brief notes Vinos beats Tilden 6 2 6 2 in Washington while Lott preserves a Miami Biltmore singles tie by defeating Grant 9 9 1 6. Salter and McCaunte win doubles. Golf open finals lead by Genera Creavy and Thompson. Bears, Saunders, fantasy football chatter, and a brisk two mile run in New York with unclear details.

Washington D. C Vinos Tilden Miami Fla Lott Grant Salter McCaunte Genera Bank Francisco Creavy Thompson Los Abgeler Chicago Bears Saunders California Chevigny Texas Philadelphia Benney Nalonal Bennie Natsuyee Mr Court New York McCluskey Diet Jemp

Captain Johnson the Sea Veteran Fraudulent Fate Saga

Captain Nicholas L. Johnson, aged 14 to join the sea, spent fifty years commanding ships like Lone Star Idler Lincoln Nellie G Thury ton and others, each sinking or meeting disaster after he left their bridges. He now heads a dirt excavation crew amid legends of mysteries of the deep. Tomorrow: readers may write to obtain questions about Believe It or Not cartoons.

Jink Nicholas L. Johnson Statile Washington Lome Alwars Uheir Bridges Lone Star Lincoln Nellie G. Thuryton General L. Sigtin Stella Erland Griffith Ripley

Dixie League to form East and West circuits in two groups

Tentative organization set for two Dixie League circuits after a meeting in Shreveport with nearly 60 delegates from Louisiana Texas Mississippi and Arkansas. Jarvin Gardner elected head of both leagues to oversee formation with eastern and western divisions including Monroe Shreveport El Dorado Alexandria Jackson Baton Rouge Pineville in the east and Palestine Paris Texarkana Tyler Henderson Longview in the west. The plan envisions six clubs with potential expansion to eight and protection for existing Dixie League clubs while professional baseball continues.

Hhreveport INL East Dixie West Dixie Lauisiana Texas Mississippi Arkansas Ghreveport Jarvin Gardner Tess League Gardner Monroe Shrevenori el Dorado Alexandria Jackson Baton Rouge Pine Bill Palestine Paris Texarkana Tyler Henderson Longview Mihdl Bhereveport Ilurr

Grand Circuit Meeting Call From New York Circuit

Raloné Huraman, president of the Grand circuit, issues a call for the annual meeting of rewards to be held in Cleveland on Tuesday. Dates for 1834 will be assigned and several new clubs granted memberships in the circuit.

Grand Ciicuit N.Y Raloné Huraman Grand Circnit Cleveland Tutui

Babe Ruth Re-signs with Yankees for 15000 a Year

New York January 15 Babe Ruth signed a one year contract with the New York Yankees for fifteen thousand dollars replacing the prior deal. Colonel Jacob Ruppert witnessed the signing at the red brewery on Third avenue and the two men discussed the terms after a Friday meeting. A downtown restaurant under same ownership for 14 years is for sale at fifteen hundred dollars.

New York Bobe Ruth New York Yankees Forest New Yorkers Red Third Avenue Col Jacob Babe Ruppert Ruth Bebe Cplone

Wotzis Ball Club Sets Athletic Roster in Early Moves

Wotzis Ball Club in Atlanta under new manager Spencer Alcol has begun a swift roster-reshaping phase with 29 candidates, 15 pitchers. Ed Phillips and Fred Neisler anchor the catching. Infielders Taylor at first, James at second, Chatham at short, Knolhe at third will be decided after Macon training. Abbott seeks another yearl right-hander and pursues Joe Bown from Giants. Pitchers include Durnam Kayes, Meatows, Moore, Caser, Willis, Parker, Nix, Smithwick, Themes, Jacobs, Barnes, Martin, Baker, Linlock.

Atlanta Spencer Alcol Amarla Southern Mseuclation Abnold Ed Phillips Fred Neisler He Taylor James Strand Chatham Shortston Knolhe Macon Abbott Fleates Silt Terry Giants Joe Bown Portland Abbott Lowman Durnam Kayes Meatows Moore Caser Willis Parker Nix Smuithwick Themes Jacobs Barnes Martin Baker Linlock

Chilean Derby Victory Narrowly Claimed at Vina

Pillena ridden by Jockey Baza won the Chilean Derby at Vina del Mar, valued at 80,000 pesos. Can Cionero and Wilk Sunlinder finished second and separate top contenders. Heleapaste, ridden by Carrasca, took third place in a crowded field.

Chile Pillena Baza Cancionero Wilk Sunlinder Heleapaste Riddern Carrasca

Notre Dame Horsemen and Mules reunite in event

Notre Dame figures including Layden the new athletic director and several of the Four Horsemen and Seven Mules are to attend a gridiron testimonial dinner hosted by the Bl. Joseph Valley Notre Dame club. Layden will speak as he takes charge on February 1, with many officials and former players listed as attendees.

South Bend Ind Elvnér Leyden Notre Dame Carne Bl. Joseph Valley Layden Rling Ronald J Krily Chicago Joseph V. McKar New Yor Pail At Nutt Indiank Ernest m. Nammer

Dempsey Nearing Sale of Baer to Garden

New York dispatch reports Dempsey may sell his Baer stake to Madison Square Garden for a price near the market rate, possibly 25000 dollars, with Garden as buyer if agreement is reached. A Dempsey exit could push Carnera for the heavyweight title at the Garden Bowl late in June, amid tensions with Baer’s manager Ancil Hoffmann.

Davts J WALSH New York INS Tommy Jack Dempsey Max Baer Madison Square Garden Dempsey Garden Gersen Bowl Ataries Ancil Hoffman Bzer Hoffman Kilpatrick Dempery

Stafford Flunks Out of West Point

Houston dispatch reports Herman Stafford former All Southwest Conference star from the University of Texas has left the United States Military Academy. Stafford telegraphed W. Dick Franklin that he is returning to Texas to reenter UT and complete his degree. He failed in his courses along with 21 Army freshman football teammates, described by captain Jack Buckler as the greatest back he had seen.

Stafford West Point Houston Herman Stafford University of Texas United States Military Academy Dick”)Franklin Houston Jack Buckler Just Wert Army Frekhman Foottell Squad John BR. Tunis Universal Service the Light New York Jat Tilden Bal Himael Europe Inge Oyor Causa J Car Rubbera Drouident U. S

Span-Am Loop leaders tied after Sunday triple-header

Amato Nervos defeated Arco Ins 41 to 27 while Nighters beat Chapultepers 45 to 31 and Bohemians lost to Trojans 45 to 36 at Woodlawn lake court. Santos led Trojans with 14 points. Bacobedo top Scorers 26 for Bohemians. Chinky Flores 16 for Tuesday Nighters. Sammy Barrera 10 for Chapultepers.

Amado Nervo Amato Nervos Arco Ins Nighters Chapultepers Bohemians Tbe Trojans Woodlawn Lake Court Trojans Ward Honemians Santos Crniehe Mente Bante Channon Mex Flohamlana Arredtonde Vile Real Fly Timejon Marines Mervon Werder Fning Ai Mernanvler T Goizaten D._Rodriznen Gardonun

Vines Steadying Aims At Tilden In Big Boston Match

In Boston tonight at the Longwood Cricket club pro event at the Boston Garden, Emsworth Vines faces Bill Tilden. Tilden has defeated Vines twice this week, with Vines winning in Washington in their third meeting. Garden officials expect about 9000 spectators as Vines seeks another upset and Tilden defends his seasoned throne.

Boston Bill Til Ger Emsworth Vines Fench Boston Garden Longwood Cricket Club Tilden Vines Washington Bill Tilgen Boyton Bill Tide Tines Vin Richards Big Bhi

Woolsey and Jiminez to headline Elks boxing card

Woolsey and Jiminez near agreement for a main bout on Tuesday night’s Elks fight card. Jiminez, a tough five junior lightweight from El Paso, arrived seeking a match and could face Woolsey after terms are finalized. Roy Calamen trains for his bout with Midget Mexico as the card also features Owen Duvernay versus Professor Ernesty Saguey.

Elks Alex Jiminez el Paso The Mike Wooley Woolsey Dim Inez Roy Calamen Mexico Calamari Cecelio Lorado Owen Duvernay New Orleans Ernesty Saguey Chile

Tech Boxers and Wrestlers Prep for 1934 Campaign

Texas Tech boxers and wrestlers train for the 1934 mat and ring season under coach Pete W. Cawthon. Noted figures include Jack Van Belcher Olympic welterweight champion and seven time intercollegiate titleholder with Ed Gallagher's Oklahoma A&M past affiliation, now guiding the Tech grapplers. Mutlun Hots, star halfback and former Olympic contender, leads the college fighters. Six intercollegiate meets are booked for the Tech squads.

Texas Tech Lubbock Jack van Belcher Oymple Welter Ed Gallagher Oklahoma Ageles van Behber Mutlun Hots Matadors Pete W. Cawthon Tech

Cage Playoff Meeting To Discuss City Playoffs

Representatives from all local leagues are urged to attend a 6 12 night meeting at the Gunter Hotel called by Commissioner M TRGUL of the San Antonio Amateur Basketball Commission. Women and men league officials should be present to discuss playoff plans.

Iocal M. Trgul San Antonio

Jerlsten to Wrestle Here on Weekly Promoter Card

Norve Jerlsten known as the Sinister Swede from Minnesota will wrestle at Walkathon arena on promoter Harry Coffman’s program. Cadell’s Louisiana injury forced Jerlsten’s substitution to face Hans Schultz in the opening prelim. Main event features Billy Edwards versus Al Parks with Cowboy Luthal vs Darve Roche in the semi. Coffman also promises Jim Browning will appear on a future Texas visit and Gus Sontenborg plans a Walkathon arena appearance before month’s end.

Norve Jerlsten Minnesota Harry Coffman Walkathon Arena Harry Cadell Louisiana Jerlsten Hans Schultz Will Bily Edwards Kansas City al Bparks Denver Cowboy Luthal Darve Roche Coffman Jim Browning Texas Gus Sontenborg Walkathon

Dartmouth to Name New Football Coach This Week

Dartmouth officials trim a list of about 20 candidates to six for the 1934 football coach post, successor to Jackson Cannell who resigned after a student blast. Athletics leaders Clarence McDavid and Mary Henebge refuse to reveal final names or likely frontrunner. Fannin school wall team beats Smith school 6 to 1 in a separate game, with Dut doubles aiding the visitors.

Dartmouth Edsion Jackson Cannell Hutt Dartmouth Athless Council Clarence McDavid Athletic Council Mary Henebge Hanover Fannin School Smith School Pannin Jlay Smith Panna Otic Jeser CWA

Tunis Urges Bill Tilden For U S Davis Captain

A 1920s era column argues for recruiting top star Bill Tilden as captain of the U S Davis Cup team. The piece cites Tilden’s busy schedule and contemplates alternative amateur or professional captains, noting debate within the U S Lawn Tennis Association about leadership and strategy for modern competition.

Tunis Bill Tilden U. S. Davis

Fort Worth May Re Finance Ball Club

Fort Worth officials and investors plan to ensure a Texas League franchise for the coming season. Bem 8, proprietor of the club property, arrives after noon to join business figures in talks to guarantee Fort Worth a spot or risk losing the franchise to Shreveport. A special meeting Tuesday could seal a $40,000 plus debt coverage deal, with 10 to 15 locals expected to contribute about 340,000 to take over and operate the team. Guy Airey of San Antonio Missions travels to Fort Worth for the Texas League session on the franchise issue.

Fort Worth Bem Gari Shreveport Lord Walker Lard Guy Airey San Antonin Missions Texas League

Kansas and Missouri Meet in 87th Big Six Clash

Kansas City headlines the 87th Kansas Missouri basketball game set for Tuesday at Columbia, a key test in the Big Six race. Nebraska upset Kansas last week while Missouri beat Nebraska 38 26, reshaping standings as Kansas State and Iowa State also vie for position. Tonight Kansas faces Missouri with other conference games including Wyoming vs Nebraska and Oklahoma A M vs Oklahoma A. Adding to the slate, Kansas State hosts Kansas in Lawrence this weekend.

Kansas City Tiger Field Columbia Jeyhawks Jayhawks Nebraska Cornhuskers Huskers Iowa State Missouri Naif Nebraska Kansan State Tonieht Manhattan Kansas State Kansas Lawrence Wyoming

Wolgast and Miller Lead Boxing Card Tonight in Three Cities

Wolgast meets Jeanunia Pertin in New Orleans in a 10 round flyweight bout while Miller faces Roger Bernard in Detroit in a 10 round overweight match. A heavyweight clash at Madison Square Garden pits Bob Olin against Lou Broullard for 12 rounds Friday night.

New York Wolgast Freddie Kifler New Orleans Detroit Speedy Philadulphian Chamson Jlnunia Pertin Miler Eli Dimenes Roger Bernard Worcester Mass Weltenvelehl Midfie

Texans on Junior Golf Tourney Board Names Players

Colorado Springs Cub Dun list of junior golfers selected for the Western Gulf association Scholastic event includes Harr Gondy Tulsa Ol Ann W. A. Ore min Chicago Gene Shaw Cazner Yo Robert Monstead New Orl Larry Remsecke Colorado Springs Steve Hark Los Angeles Verne Stewart Albuquerque NM Vic Johnson Pueblo CA Norris Russell Denton TX Leonard White Ballns Mark Behrirather president announced the tourney slate to be decided later with Severn clubs in Southern California making its meet.

Texans Colorado Springs Cub Kadiey Ly Normmose Fig Western Gulf Association Harr Gondy Tulsa Orln W. A. Oremin Chicago Gene Shaw Los Angeles Verne Spee Stewart Albuquerque Vic Johnson Pue- Big Cala Norris Russell Denton Texas Leonard White Ballns Mark Behirather Escociation Severn Cluba California

County Cage Fives Will Play Tuesday

The county basketball five opens play Tuesday night with two teams meeting on the Wood Road Court. San Antonio and nearby towns feature players Aaron Smith and Alan Highler in this opening contest with Ellington High and Holt Weld challenging. First whistle sounds at 7:99.

Bexar Edihon Somerset Claahe Alanin Heighla Hot Weld San Antone Atarta

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