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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1957

Page

9

Aggie Aid Coaches Houston

Jim Owens, 30, Bryant’s top assistant at Texas A&M, emerges as the University of Houston’s head coach candidate. He met with Houston officials and said a short contract could be arranged, already naming his staff.

Houston Jim Owens Paul “Bear” Bryant Texas A & M. College University of Houston Owens Harry Fouke Houston U Carhin Robertson All Focal Hotel Bill Meek Southern Methodist Owen Bryant Kentucky U Texas Fambrough Wichita Kan Chalmer E Woody Whodard University of Wichita Woblard Don Fambrough Jaseinlant East Peters Optawa Kate Ottawa University Dick Fetere Peters Ottawa Chalmer Woodlands Southern Methodist_ university

Wild game dinner at Brooke Army Hospital draws crowd

Despite weather hunters group hosts seventh annual wild game fundraiser at Brooke Army Hospital Annex IV mess hall. The Light sponsors a morale-boosting event with venison ducks geese and javelina to feed about 100 patients and staff. Entertainers including 20 bands and magicians perform between meals and tours of wards for patients unable to attend the mess hall. The Katy VIW post aids with game stockpile and a gold compact prize election among patients is announced at dinner.

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South Texas Hunters Host Dill for Brooke Army Hospital

The group plans a dinner Thursday night at Brooke Army Hospital honoring Ralph "Andy" Anderson, a former Houston Press sports editor and veterans’ affairs editor. Anderson, a tireless fundraiser for wounded service members, died recently after last year’s show. The event reflects Hearst chain support and the Hunters’ aim to lift spirits of hospitalized patients.

South Texas Hunters Brooke Army Hospital Ralph Andy” Anderson Brooke Andy Veterans’ Affairs The Houston Press South Anderson Light Hearst Hearst Organization the Light

Big Idea to Help P. Andy Honor Vets at Annual Dinner

A community plans a game dinner to honor injured and recovering service members. The event features a classy show and engaging program designed to lift spirits and reassure veterans they are not forgotten, with a notable host and entertainment lineup.

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Baseball Signing Rumors Sweep 1957 Season Outlook

The article lists veteran players like Mel Parnell and Rocke Gullisider signing with teams as prep for the 1957 season. It notes Keough and Mantle among stars affected by injuries and contracts, with Addie Matthews and others tied to Milwaukee and Chicago rosters. It mentions figures like Len MacPhail and JC Blanchard in contract talks and early-season expectations for rookies and trades.

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Umpires Enforce 20 Second Pitch Rule Promised

CHICAGO January 17 AP The American League chief umpire Cal Hubbard vows strict enforcement of a new 24 second rule for pitchers during spring training and the regular season. Pitchers must deliver within 20 seconds of receiving the ball or face penalties. If over 120 seconds, a ball may be called.

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Hockey National League Scores Mixed In Patchy Report

Reported results show Montero tied with Toronto 2 to 2 and Washington with 4 to 2 over opponents in a fractured recap. Names and details are garbled, leaving only scattered team and player references and no clear game context.

Montero Toronto Olragie Tales Atv Teague Chariot Jobrstawn Washington Ginton Patlacermia A Ravan Ottiwa H. Wet

Baseball and tennis notes mix with league moves and tips

Warren Giles weighs Jackie Rabin request to add him to the New York Giants tenured list. Ford Frick may approve. AY Lopes pins White Sox as No 2 threat to the Yankees dynasty. Bob Scheling predicts Cubs upswing while Phillies hold scouts meeting in Philadelphia. Various tennis and football mentions, including NCAA debates and city events, fill a crowded sports roundup.

Bereheny Warren Giles National League Sale Jackie Rabin New York Giants Giles Ford Frick AY Lopes Chicago New York Yankee Lopes Gond Bob Shelfing Ward Phillies Philadelnix Dt LO

TV Show Reunites Dempsey Firpo Carpentier in TV Moment

Former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey reunited with rivals George Carpentier of France and Luis Firpo of Argentina on This Is Your Life. Carpentier now runs a restaurant in Paris and Firpo, a cattle rancher and car dealer, was flown in from Buenos Aires.

Hollywood Jan.i Jack Dempsey Ife Dempsey George Carpentier France Luis Firpo Argentina Carpentier Team Paris Firpo Wile Pampas Jn ‘I Buenos Aires

Babe Ruth League Holds First 1957 Meeting

The Northside Babe Ruth league will hold its first 1957 meeting Friday at 7 30 p m at Lencorio’s 6816 San Pedro Ave Speaker will be Marvin MUKes new general manager of the San Antonio Missions The 1957 league will have 12 teams Elst teams competed that season The league will play at Longhorn Cementia field New officers are Loyd Barbour president Jack Minnick vice president T D Beasley treasurer and Bob Miller secretary

Lencorio San Pedro Ave Marvin Mukes San Antonio Missions Elst Longhorn Cementia Loyd Barbour Jack Minnick T. D. Beasley Bob Miller

CYO Sports Meeting and Tournament Schedule

CYO officials schedule a Thursday meeting at 230 pm with registered teams for a weekend tournament. Participants include Defendinnthan Plo Bove club San Juan Luo SL Alphonsus Our Lady of Fatima Henry's Little Myer St Anns Peter Clivey. An out of town attendee is noted.

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Vancouver Coast Baseball Club Insures Manager Metro

The Vancouver Moats of the Pacific Coast Baseball league announced it will insure manager Charlie Metro against fines. Officials say Metro is among the most fined figures in minor baseball. Insurance covers all fines after a season total of 519? is reached, with Lloyds of London handling the policy.

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Melady Sr dies at 64 a life in sports and business

Eugen P. Melady sr 84 a genial Irishman who captained Notre Dame’s first football team at 16 and later worked with boxing and wrestling stars in Omaha He promoted boxing in Nebraska and served as a livestock commission dealer and Melady Bros Inc president until retirement last year He helped train fighters and manage champions shaping midwest sports history.

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