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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1931

Page

4

Dietzel's Work Beats Longhorns In Key Conference Tilt

Adolph Dietzel led San Antonio's Dietzel with 18 points as Texas Christain defeated Texas, 40 to 15, in Fort Worth. Arkansas upset the Aggies in Fayetteville while Baylor and SMU loom as contenders in the Southwest Conference race opening week.

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College Basketball Scores Across States in Late Season Play

A collage of scattered box scores from multiple colleges reports results across Texas Oklahoma Iowa Illinois Michigan and more. Notable tallies include Abilene Brand 40 and Detroit 41 with various teams like Fort Worth and Abilene listing double digit points from multiple players including Tarlios Josler and Deaton Teacher.

Nacontachas Fort Worth Texas Epapelleville Arktaan Teraa ‘Baxiee Petle Parte Santorceline Taserkana_Jusler al’ Giesbenetie John Tarlios Weathertora Josler Gentea Deaton Jene Christias i Abilene Bul Rosa Wedtorrs Er Cena Bivrasa Ushverang Wastreryth College of Fimieig Peria Savion al Wlentorée Moyshera California Ktartora

Bankers and Baptists Win in Y League Night Action

In City NM G A Senior League action the National Bank of Commerce defeated the Junior Triangles 2 to 16 and the First Baptist quintet beat City Central Bank 39 to 25. Box scores list BNC players Bebich Bain Rut Sedg May Collin Rolledgs Maier, and First Baptist O’Quinn Holtmeier Allman Mitchell Cale Threifkill. officials Bradford Excevert Ladner.

Nist National Bank of Commerce Cale Threifkill Bithop Weeale Richols Geatle Cire Me Finn Hiebe Maricy Renter Mryra McCallum Abitehell Rube Referae Bradford Ladner Timer

Centenary College Seeks Joe Sullivan for Athletics Post

Shreveport dispatch reports Centenary athletic director Homer Norton said Joe Sullivan, business manager at Texas A and M College Station, applied for an athletics position at Centenary. In Dallas, Morning News says James Sullivan of Texas A and M resigned as business manager of athletics at Agricultular and Mechanical College.

Dallas Daleima Morning Newa James Sullivan Texas Agricultu Mechanleal College Tepre Facuity Athletic Council Houston

Polo Winners: Santa Barbara and Anzacs Triumph

In Santa Barbara, the Pacific Coast junior open polo round saw Santa Barbara defeat Midwick from Los Angeles 12 to 4, while the Anzacs toppled Fort Worth 10 to 4.

Raddla Vaneana Galit Santa Barbara Anzaca Midwick Los Angeles Fort Worth

P Hospital Girls Defeat Kelly Field in Court Debate

In a tense game labeled as a court issue, the P Hospital girls outscored Kelly Field 32 to 8 by halftime and allowed a late point during the second half while adding eight late points of their own. The wrangling remains unresolved as coaches clash over rules and conduct surrounding the match.

Kelly Field Nureek Keoredo

Fight Results Across Cities From Pro Boxing Card

The report lists multiple bouts with knockouts and draws across venues in New York California New Jersey and Illinois. Notable results include Bellamy Porterout and Tony Starring Diexs with several local fighters named and outcomes noted. The summary reflects a chaotic OCR rendering with several near illegible names and places.

Associated Prose New York Mac Finer Livermore Cail Tom Seeney New Tesland Merly Gallagher Washinton D. C Paul Sneider- Bhi Syracuse Blanley Poreda Jersey City Diexs Calif

Explanations of Memory Work and Pony Express Tribute

Piece surveys memorized works of Pietra Ambaroteelli an Italian poet and patriot jailed for long terms by Austrians and later famous for reproducing verse from memory. Also notes the Pony Express Memorial bicentennial relay race of 1822 with riders and cavalrymen, report timing and records from New York Times September 14 1023.

Pietra Ambaroteelli Splelberg Silvia Pelllea Mle Prigioni Inao U. 8 Particpates Vais St. Joseph Bicramento Calif Sea New York Times

Baer in Queer Victory Referee Dempsey Sparks Odd Fight

New York report details a chaotic Madison Square Garden bout where Tom Heeney fights Max Baer to a round ending KO mishap. Referee Jinx Dempsey’s unusual role drew attention amid the confusion and a later Newark bout incident noted. Baer weighed 201 pounds. Heeney 209, with commission warnings impacting fighters and managers.

New York Jock Dempsey Maneesa Mauler Madixe Square Garden Tom Heeney Max Gaer Jeost Tom Hed California Fienn Meer Meeler Chamas Tom Knacksloen Thurstonewan Meevey Thea Lonavan Dempsey Ven Porat Phil Hoote Gong Paul Newark Pugilla Wreatler Dows Dallan Texas Baer New York State Athletic Commission Permittve Herne Frimo Carnera Paolino Uzendua Bergus Mar Mchmeling

Houston Volleyball Stars Set for Incitation Match

The VY. MG. A. volleyball team that last year placed fourth nationally meets Houston E Triengtee at 7 PM Saturday on the downtown court. The display promises top talent and a competitive showdown between two strong squads.

Houston VY. MG. A Dwest

John Coolidge Delivers 100 Complex Halt Against Peters

In a January meet at Petersong Fle, John Coolidge's gait score remains near his average with little improvement. Reports note he moves around one meter with a hint of pace, while Corlidge shows no real gain.

John Coolidge Peterseong Fle Atobe Corlidge

Rattlers Edge San Antonio In Narrow College Thriller

In Nacogdoches Texas January 17 the St Marys Rattlers edged the San Antonio team the visitors led by Troy Donnell with 29 points and Donnell starred on defense as the Rattlers held on after taking an early 20 point lead. Donnell led local scoring while Kleuser poured in 21 for St Marys as captain Christy and Krystmann contributed on the frontline. The tour continues with a return home after a stop in Huntsville to finish the road trip.

Nacogdoches Texas St. Mary's Rattlers Stephens Austin Lumber Ieee Don Kleuser Rattlers Vicory San Antonio Armen Neain Tallios Curisiz Arso Troy Donnell Morgan Bragner Weremmetin Tattlers Huntaville St. Mary's Klagser Lowe Christy Krystmann Taste Xuntda Stephen FY Avetta Donnell G Bradley Starner Hezgington Mor- Fan Quarts

Big Ten Cage Squads Busy In Conference Play

Chicago hosts Minnesota in a pivotal Big Ten clash as the Gophers seek a second win over Iowa while Chicago eyes home court advantage and Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Northwestern navigate varied starts. The season features uneven form, early leaders, and hopeful contenders amid tight standings and key conference tests.

Chicago Entimno Marcoes Amlnnes Bastron Indiana The Gophers Towa Pop Edge Michigan Chio Hunte Tilinolw Jaser Saite Uvaden Champaigo Wisgonain Wisconsin Jiinsls Appingt Oso Stete Michizan Gepson Ileyetoper Minnesota Northwestern

Harvey Versus Dundee Rematch Planned at Madison Square Garden

Promoter Tom McArdle announced a headline middleweight bout at Madison Square Garden pitting Len Harvey of Baltimore against Dundee of New Jersey. The match aims to crown a successor to Mickey Walker in a national middleweight championship journey, following a close decision in their prior encounter.

Len

Peacock's Quintet Beats Karnes City

Peacock's Quintet defeated Karnes City 18 to 17 in a local afternoon game. The Fowls trailed 8 to 4 at halftime but rallied in the final period to secure the win. George O'Brien officiated the contest.

Peacock Karnes City Harlan Fed Allen Beacock Military Academy Tno Ramner Kowin Tormist Tadlers Conrge O'Brien

Woman 78 Gets Hunting License In Massachusetts

A 78 year old woman, Marictin Fo Websidr, traveled to the city clerk’s office in Mass to obtain a hunting license. The report notes strict state rules requiring qualified individuals to complete the licensing process, with an upcoming Sunday edition reminder and a street poll due Saturday night. Call for details at Crockett 248.

Witthviedd Mass Marictin Fo Mnna Halarder

Greta Landberg Faces Challenge at Swedish Ski Championship

The report notes Greta Landberg of Delard Sweden, a former female skiing champion, returning to a pivotal tournament. Her late-season entry to the 11 mile handicap event confronts top contenders while she battles past uncertain conditions and a demanding field.

Chioagh Fen Lemire Greta Landberg Delard Sweden Amaleer Ehawiplon Momrthing Morris Devos Wifickfe Atanfon

Utilities Triumph in Woodlawn double header

Utilities beat Triple G in the opener as Janke Hill led Still-Gen with 16 points. Methodist edged St John’s by one in the nightcap behind Harajas and Beginer scoring seven each, while Tinker and others contributed for the victor.

Woodlawn Ln John's Jnke Hill Jerry” Hrreis Cotton Wendland Hill Flarris Harajas Methodisla H Paints Beginer Tinker Tinehug Linense Public Service Public Service—Flirty Webster Mabavier Mill Dutter Alorris Engelbert Veltman Wendt Land Réwan Cisneron Fordyce Hernandez Tazaigs Hrego Alejende

Boy Newman to Enter USC in California

Malcolm Iloy Newman a two year high school and junior college player from Brownsville is expected to leave next week for California to enter the University of Southern California. Newman formerly played with Main Avenue High School's football team before moving to Brownsville.

Brownsville Texoo Malcolm Iloy") Newman Meagon California University of Southern California Newman Main Avenue High School Drownsviile

15 Year Old Golf Phenom Falls 1 Up in Miami Tourney

A 15 year old golf prodigy lost 1 up to Conal Garlee in the quarterfinals of the Miami Biltmore Invitational. Day had defeated Chase 40 holes to reach the semis where he was set to face J.T Ryerson and Joseph Tanzher.

Conal Garlee Fis Dun Winfield Day Chien Miami Chang J.T Ryerson Joseph Tanzher

Excess baggage tax cut for golf outfits approved

Southeastern farmers received permission from the Interstate Commerce Commission to extend free baggage service to golfers. Previously excess baggage charges applied. the same fee previously levied on freight now applies to golf outfits. Northern regions had eliminated the charge months earlier.

Wabheawli Dan Merce Commission Eame Nes

Mule victory over Homerasd Maigh in county league game

Skipper Viking Minna Upeights Mules upset Homerasd Maigh's cagerm at Somersey Friday afternoon. Mutes led by Bob William and Adbert Mette with 12 points apiece. Williams and Telte starred in the front line. Mulew lineup featured William, Telte, Crughes, Dimaline, Ellington. reserve contributors included Crohmert, Feneat and Alerent. End result reported as a high scoring win with a late push narrowing the margin.

Viking Minna Homerasd Maigh Somersey Bob William Adbert Mette Fine Willleme Helts J Wiliama Ant Telte Foe Warida

Cox Leads Caliente In Agua Opyty Golf Open

Cox takes a lead in the Agua Open at the Dyker Head Municipal course Brooklyn after a 60 in round three. He sets a new record with a total of 206 at par 72, edging past Golden and Doeyn, with strong efforts from Dupra and Von Elm among the field and a purse of $10,000.

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Big Six Leaders Face Key Night in Conference Play

Kanana and Kansas Ayster clash tonight as Big Six standings tighten with Iowa State and Nebraska. In Norman Oklahoma hosts Nebraska while Iowa State meets Missouri at Columbia, and Kansas faces tough tests as the league title race tightens after recent results.

Xangas City Kanana Kansas Ayster Iowa State Nebraska Manhattan Wildcat Oklahoma Sooners Norman Miranur Tigers Columbia Konany Arice Jayhawk Jerez Kanota Tawrence

George dominates Pat M gill at Olympia arena

George, in disguise, defeats Pat Stell in a heavyweight bout at Olympia arena in one fall, then wins the second in seven minutes. In another match, Walking claims the United States Navy lightweight title at the event, beating Francisco Afwaya of Monterrs, Mexico, in the main event.

George Pat M’gill Detroit O—Iton Anne Pat Stell Stale Falls al Olympia Arena Onda Albuoyurique Java United Ktates Navy Francisco Afwaya Monterrs Mexico

Reinstated Pirates Pitcher Cleared by Commissioner

In Tan 17 report, Helmte Melme, the Pirates pitcher, was placed on voluntary retirement but later reinstated by the commissioner after officials at the game noted the decision. The event followed a late-night hearing with clun officials and the team present.

MEINE Pittssurgh Tan Henry Helmte Melme Dein Hugh de Voluntars Lot Ant Senvir Die Gommlesianor Ie Aniline Clun

Tigers vs White Sox Eight-Hour Classic at Comiskey Park

A detailed recount of a marathon May 24 game at Comiskey Park where Detroit triumphed 5 to 2 over the Chicago White Sox. George Able earned the win, pitching into the late innings while the 8 hour 20 minute duel featured lingering suspense and momentum shifts. The Tigers benefited from timely hits and fielding plays, with key moments including late rallies and notable offensive contributions from Alexander Phillips and others.

Ted Lyons Harold Johrson Bruce Art Chicago White Sox Amd Uuriler Agers Comiskey Park Gehhak Detroit George Able Sox Brooklyn Toston Os George Jennie Tetealt Tigera Ubir Indoft Wits Flonnefield Monasee Kammi Johnsons Galiringer Tinttman Watwaot Pretttee Moc Borg Metzler Hymefield Stoner Metxlee Alnglen Alexander Phillipa Schylle Johns Soy Tigers Phillips Svrond Tanae Dale Ifthe Rox Ming Ten Cally Sar Kami Clancy Frynedinn Hoffman Aingling Cinsell Cronne Binalta Ib Teall Gebrieger Vellmann Ani Alexandre Jong Lynn Fou Janeen Clasel Crouse Tisann' Ga Mateo Neh Chaerinas

Pirates Have Their Tonsils Out In Disputed Season Pause

A garbled report from CITSRBAGEGH dated January 17 notes the Pirates, once strong contenders in the National League, paused amid unclear standings and lineup changes. Players mentioned include Andy Charley, George Craatham, and Glemburger in infield roles as the team contends with uncertain future games.

Citsrbagegh Jan Sane Heathrow Andy Charley Winteve Y Glemberger Retfieldere Pawt Lord Waner

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