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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1928

Page

5

Babe and Lou Start Homer Training Early

Abilene Tigers defeat Lions 31 to 17 as Babe and Lou lead ramp to early home training. The report notes wet field conditions and lists players such as Willien Techn Obrissy and Englebers, with Ernstmann and Weinland among centers. Officials and team standings are briefly touched, reflecting a rough, early-season game with emphasis on training and improvement.

Babe Lou Ligue Accurdie Willien Techn Obrissy Dorwar Ernstmann Elatmus Englebers Weinland I. Borer Smallryok the Elks Srinai Public Service Mr Man Nieve PS Ingen Tran Flores Ceister Vera Furwaens Ferguson I. Harris

Abilene and Wichita Falls to join mid winter polo meet

Abilene polo team prepares for the mid winter polo meet opening in San Antonio on February 7. Abilene Saddie Hobelehams West Waltlea clubs provide most players and mounts, with Wichita Falls and possibly Wichita Falls listed for participation. Contests run Sunday Tuesday and Thursday next week, with winners advancing to San Antonio to face forty other teams.

Abilene Abiane San Antonio Abilene Saddie Hobelehams West West Waltlea San Astons Weal Aiblitiono Abilene Aho Antonio Tenanent Sell Anip Thor

New York Yankee Stars Face Injury Rumors and Comeback Hope

A scattered report from the Yankees notes Lou Gehrig facing a slower start but aiming to rebound with strong home runs. It mentions whispers about designating a new season plan and discusses his earnings from salary, films, and business ventures while he trains in New Rochelle.

Gehrig Gehrig Sel Sivies Sear New Rochell

Unclear sports chatter questions manager amid heated debate

A meandering sports column questions who will manage the San Antonio Bears while rails against various figures. The piece alludes to coaches, players, and a controversial decision, referencing Jay Gould and Lee Fisno and the idea of a team tilting toward a cycle Sam loses overseas in a contest.

Dervis En Lenuis Cer Bill ‘Tinende Lewsen Robertson U.S Glimpie Whey Sam Athief Shirh Elbiog

Mountaineece Sidelined as L A Players Face Wiz

A fragmentary weekend update notes L A players on the sick list affecting a series against the Wiz. The report mentions Mountaineece and a Saturday date in a brisk sports brief.

L. A

Skaters Meet Saints in City Fixture Stormy Rivalry

In a tense showdown skaters face the Saints amid chaotic crowding and rough play marked by late penalties and disputed calls. Officials struggle to control the melee as both teams press for an edge before the decisive period.

Major Leagues Damaging Baseball II

A brief notice warns that major leagues are damaging baseball, citing ongoing issues impacting the sport. Officials urge reforms and better oversight to protect the game’s integrity and future.

Major Leagues

City Y Triumphs Over Chiropractic Team In Close Meet

City Y defeated the chiropractic team in a competitive lineup featuring Haynes and forward Reid. The meet highlighted strong performances from local athletes and balanced scoring across lanes and positions.

Braves Show They Are Best Boston Team This Year

A battered yet vivid report outlines the Braves as the strongest Boston squad in years with veteran arms and new faces. It highlights key players like Camas, Cooney, and Dekalley, a range of pitchers, and adds that Ed Tras and Are Dekalley join the rotation while Kent Greenfield signs on.

Braves Boston Exel Dobnny Cooney Vetery Elbarr Will Attetiot Enmeliad Yelife Ed Tras Hig Erem.eattle Dekalley Oakland Kent Greenfield Doe Gerrwlch Th. Smith Charlie Robertson Tlegry Wertz Rhea Pittier Aly Hip Pras Tegal

Wilson Wildcats Face Bail Decision in San Antonio

San Antonio crowds estimated around 1500 recall Bradshaw’s performance against Red Grange’s squad in a New Year’s game for George Wilson’s Wildcats. Bail financing referenced amid the ongoing case or controversy surrounding the team.

George Wilson Wildcats San Antonio Bradshaw Wilson Red Grange

Academic Basketball League Opens With Post Game

The newly organized Academic Basket Ball league debuts with eight teams, including Copenh Hurry Buffaloes and Jemi quintet. Teams feature young players and expected stars such as Arthur Stein, Gish, Hiltier Tenzelber, and Muir's Lions, amid early struggles and anticipated standout contests as the season opens in Port Say and nearby venues.

Copenh Avenue Buffaloes Jemi Port Say Leagle Arthur Stein Ighemine Viele Ick Gish Hiltier Tenzelbert Muir Nes Heran Vinh Fergueull

Indianapolis Gaudpolis and Jack Dail Fight Result

In a boxing card held recently in Danville, Angelry, Adams scored a technical knockout over San Morane, while Langford defeated a veteran opponent by decision. The event featured a Negro welterweight and a Negro middleweight match with notable action from Eli Adams and other local fighters.

Tndianapolis Ti Gaudpolis Jack Dailalrew Loe Glevalynd Ohio Lope Tenaria Wee Don Glick Tiros Les. Marciner Bana Tae Harry Herr Danville Angey Angelry Negro Welterwaigit Vividey Oore Adams San Moerane Langford Iio

Boxing Card Promises Feats At Toro Spears Arena

A fragmented boxing page notes Johnny Gorgloid and Sling Bolder headlining a night at Toro Spears’ venue on Virginia Boulevard Wednesday. It mentions matches including at six rounds between Charles Icklow and Ti Akling Grae, with Pred White and others teased for ticket sales.

Johnny Gorgloid Toro” Spears Lahar Virginia Boulevard Charles _Icklow Akling Grae Trsing Dack Johnson

Illinois fight board favors tourneys in boxing bouts

The Illinois Fight Board approved promoter arranged elimination contests to determine the middleweight and light welterweight champions. The plan involves Mickey Wall and Sammy Marchil, with the board citing authority from the Tennessee commission and noting abrupt changes after promoter checks.

Chicago Jan Mickey Wall Sammy Marchil Ha Sammission Tommy Watleh Ed Chin Evedije Muelle Boffalo Wala Walker Maoline Mendel Wadish Gisgantion Jney Bangor

Unclear University Basketball Notes From Fragmented Report

Fragmentary recap mentions West Texas Leangers and Lexa teams with scattered player names and scores. Several garbled phrases reference college games, freshmen, weights, and commissions with unclear outcomes. The article lacks coherent events or measurable results.

West Texas Leangers Lexa. Tey Drusiel Baker Flan College Vasil Sound Washington Tschlenp Chris

Stevenson Up To Ten Goals In Association Meeting

The United States Polo Association adds Malcolm Stevenson to its select rating at the annual meeting here. Stevenson rises from a lower rating to the maximum ten, joining Devereux Milburn and Thomas Mitchell in the top tier. Watson ebb maintains the weight of goals, while Robert Stowbridge is named chairman of the association for 1928.

United Sratns Pole Association Macolm Stevenson Stevenson Devereuy Milburn Thomes Mituheark America Great Britain Watson Ebb Wight-Goal Rober Stoawbridge Tonis 13 Stodford New York Aesvialion

Alamo Heights High Loses Opening Game

Alamo Heights High fell in its opening game against a rival team. The score featured key players including Newman and Kellar with standout performances, while the opposing squad showcased their depth and momentum early in the season.

Alamo Heights High

Women Golfers Hit Park Links in Thursday Play

The report notes women golfers competing at Park Links on Thursday with local clubs and players highlighted, including notable performances and emerging talents. Details are sparse due to OCR fragmentation but reference to park course play and women golfers remains clear.

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