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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1930

Page

4

Texas Falls Short Against Razorbacks in Brutal Conference Opener

Arkansas, missing key reserves, toppled Texas 22 to 18 in a bruising Southwest Conference clash at Fayetteville. Taylor sparked the Longhorns with drives and free throws, but Schoonover and the Razorbacks stifled Texas in the final minutes as Arkansas claimed the win behind strong defense and timely scoring. The teams prepare for a rematch Saturday night in a likely tougher game.

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Mustangs Run Wild to Defeat Rice

Mustangs from Boathern Methodist University rally to defeat Rice Owls 34 to 28. Final score lands in Southwest conference play as the Owls slip to the season losing column. The Mustangs improve to a second win in three games.

Rice Mallas Dan Leing Lic Boathern Methodist University Rec Hice Owls Bere Sec Owls Ile Army of the Mustang

Baylor Anxious to Take on Cage Fives

Baylor faces Northern Methodist University and Texas University in upcoming Southwest Conference play. The team, led by coach Wolfe, heads into the weekend primed for a strong showing after steady practice and early season form.

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Misread OCR Opinion on Minnesota Education Plan

An unclear report outlines proposed changes affecting education policy and athletic eligibility. It mentions credits for all able students, intercollegiate competition limits, and university coaching reforms amid debate over integration and funding.

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Believe It Or Not Rare Species Flattens Like Ribbon

A strange creature described as a rare species flattens out like a ribbon and appears to sail from tree to tree in an unusual display attributed to a Ripley style oddity. The feature notes its remarkable balance and aerial movement as if gliding through forests.

Berg Rockets Into Fistic Spotlight on Medizon Square

New York reports "Kid" Berg, the energetic English fighter, facing Canzoneri in Madison Square Garden as part of an American invasion. The bout draws intense crowd attention with Berg aiming for a decisive victory while Canzoneri seeks defense of his lightweight title. The clash is billed as a major test of endurance and skill in the ring.

New York Berg England Bamms Mandell Huelford Bere Madison Squaes Garden Hitons Mike Melle Bert Suelpen Suva Tereulle Dra Weirs

Mayor Timelines and Inquiries in Early Chicago History

Fragmentary OCR reveals notes on mayoral eras in Chicago, mentioning Flarrison and Carter FH, with dates like 1831 1883 1897 and references to a Mr Ripley and a cartoon. The text is garbled but suggests a request to write and send a stamped reply to discuss a cartoon titled Gelieve If or Not.

Carter A Datenes Ti. Flarrison Chicago Tarrison Br Carter FH Flarrison Jr Ripley

White Sox to Play 25 Exhibitions in Spring

Chicago report outlines the White Sox schedule for 25 spring exhibitions, with two games against the Yankees and several listed in Texas and nearby cities. The article notes likely arrangements against San Antonio, Fort Worth, Dallas, and Indiana teams, with dates in February through April.

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Miss Collett Takes Lessons in Tennis in New York

The article notes Glenna Collett, famed tennis player, receiving lessons in New York. It mentions her frequent court tournaments and Mary K. Urn aiding Glenna to prepare for a possible national title, including past victory over Glenna in a national golf championship.

Miss Collett New York Glenga Collet Gull Sine Mary K. Uren Glenna Ble

Woman to Help Run Birmingham Barons

In Birmingham Ald on date, a woman is set to assist in management of the Barons. The notice outlines her role in business matters alongside the former owner and indicates planned operations. The fragmentary text specifies involvement in administration and governance of the team’s affairs.

Birmingham Barons Birmingham Hirminehs Barone

Cardinals Name Morrow as Third Catcher

In a transaction from the International League, the St Louis Cardinals acquire catcher Morrow from the Indians in exchange for catcher Dane Saneuas and secretary Clarence Jdayd. Morrow is assigned to catch for the Cardinals this season.

Morrow RT. Louis Robret Storrew Fateber Techester Tnternational League Cather Dina Saneuas Clarence Jdayd Rt. Tauial Mardinaly Aamnerd Lenon Child-atring John Cartanala

Knute's Son Chooses Golf Over Football Career

A fragmented sports snippet notes Knute's son leaning toward golf rather than gridiron. The fragment hints at a teaching role or mentorship from a father figure and mentions a forward, puck, and stance, though details are unclear.

Shires Presses Landis on White Sox Pact and Future

Charles Arthur Shires, amid pension cloud, seeks talks with commissioner Landis in Chicago. He vows to abandon boxing plans to focus on baseball at play, while past incidents and alleged informal ties with White Sox staff are to be ironed out. Shires denies current fight contracts.

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Two Perfect Slates Risked in Big Nine

Chicago hosts Wisconsin as Milnainy and Indiana targets loom in a Big Nine clash while Northwestern faces Illinois in a conference start. Wisconsin seeks momentum after recent wins. Northwestern aims to rebound at home against a ranked opponent as the league contest opens.

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Dailey to Succeed U S Tennis President

The report notes Dailey will take over the presidency of the U S Tennis Association. It mentions Newvin B. ranis B. Smailey of New York and references leadership transitions within the organization. The notice confirms the new president with an official announcement.

Newvin B Ranis B. Smailey New York Will Ayeerelt Hamsne United States Teneniv Naxmrin Lian

Dempsey and Braddock Split Draw in Chicago Clash

In brutally cold Chicago, former world heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and Tommy Loughran? No, Les Lomanski. the heavyweight bout with Braddock ended in a disputed draw as ringside observers offered varied opinions. Attendance was 5432 with receipts around $15,080. Alvis resigned as matchmaker, leaving Dempsey without a successor.

Chicago Tack Dempsey Les Lomski Aberdeen Wash Limost Tomokio Janet Tiraddoc Jersey City Lomsk Lomaki Braddock Tyler Davyd Miller Lomas Lomeki Ray C. Alvis Inc Dempaey Ken Alvis

Sumner Hardy Departs From Sport After Long Service

San Francisco reports Dr. Sumner Hardy, long time leader in California lawn tennis, retiring after 85 years in the sport and 80 years as president of the California Lawn Tennis Association. He will not seek reappointment or delegate roles and declines further nomination, with William M Johnston named as a former national champion involved in the succession plans.

San Francisco Abd Ay Natal Ruisner Nardy California Tenpiv Aerociation Bennin X. Hardy Boreh Hardy

Harry Cooper to wed ere big tournament mis Angeloa

In Angeles on January 18 a bride chosen from a party of men and wives in a winter golf tour will wed Harry Cooper near Thursday. Emma Bugh of Tad Angeles will marry Tinere Cooper and attend the event at Aguе Colienti, Texas and Flgriln.

Harry Cooper Angelea Vompetitiana Emma Bughapan Tad Angeles Tinere Cooper Tursday Ague Colienti Texas

Fight Results From Various Boxing Matches Noted

A noisy listing shows multiple bouts with outpoints, knockouts, and draws. Names include Kid Berg, Tangy Canzoneri, Marry Carleton, Horan Perlick, Anke Zeramby, Wieney Perlick, Edward Corti, Jer sey City participants, Archie Bell, Harey Flerio, Tony Taleriea, Micky Gill, Quintabee, Floyd Usher, Farle Duquette, Jack Goldman, and others. The text mixes city and state tags with erratic spellings and partial results across many locales.

New York Jack Kid S.J Farle Duquette Springfield Mars Jack Goldman Akron Ohio Friv Tracey Ronnies Cleveland Chek Burpa Toy Ohin Hallywood Cat Jomer Sheridan Beerett Omitha Meh Strong Joseph Louis Francisco Dummo Muaban Pexun Welterwelaht Pete Meyers Han Franciner Toa Ancolex Calif—flomer Dan Catfornia Sniddlewelaht Defeweit Pyerete Strong Omabe Cit Horner Bt Henny Borns Ake

Rosenthal Fights But Hawks Win in Dallas

In Dallas on January 16 Si Rosenthal of the Dallas Toxseeague club played for a Wallace hockey rinks team and tangled with Percy Willis of the Ira Kings after a tightly contested Friday night game. Officials split the melee as both men continued in the contest. The San Antonio squad beat the Dallas Ice Kings 5 to 2. The teams meet again Saturday.

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Swimmers Take Winter Laurels in San Antonio Meet

Antonio swimmers won four of seven events at the annual winter aquatic meet held at Brackenridge pool. Norman Kellam, famed as the Humble Cork, debuted publicly after a break from Brackenridge, while Berard Bors of Fort Sam Houston posted strong amateur times. Events included 0 40 and 100 yard sprints, diving, breaststroke, and relay shows, with San Antonio teams scoring in multiple races.

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International track meet likely to bring nations together

New York dispatch reports a coming international track and field event amid hints of a dual meet between Britain and the United States. Hamilton Ontario confirms the United Kingdom championships will be held there this summer. Avery Brundage of the Amateur Athletic Union will appoint a foreign relations committee to handle arrangements, with a formal invitation expected to be extended to the British Amateur Athletic Association before month’s end.

New York Newa Hamilton Ontario Avery Brundane Amateur Athlete Union Hante

Sonnenberg Defeats McGill in Fast Time

New Haven Conn January 18 Fi Gun Sonnenberg heavy weight wrestling champion defended his title by defeating tag team opponent McGill of Nebraska in a fast bout. The match lasted 38 minutes with a six minute ending, Sonnenberg’s flying finish secured the victory. Sonnenberg weighed 202 and McGill 216 pounds.

NEW Waven Conn Gun Kannenberg Champioin T'at Mer- Bil Nebranka Sonniencere Ant McGill

Golf's Army Canped at Border Open in Caliente

Veteran pros and amateurs from across the United States and Mexico gather for the Anua Caliente $25,000 open at La Jolla California. The four day event features top names including Digony State, Elortan Smith, and Geno Sazozen in a bid for the prize and title at the new Caliente tournament.

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Erskine WI Extends Mussel Erskine Award to Coach

The Erskine Wisconsin committee led by WO McGeeham renews the Albert Mussel Erskine Award for the football coach, citing public satisfaction with a fair method of selection and the need to avoid annual arguments. Notre Dame is favored to receive the Silver Trophy in February. Knute Teel’s dispute is to be resolved by Albert Russell Erridne in Miami on January 18. Jinckne travels to Florida for recovery from illness.

Albert Mussel Erskine Tenia Lye WO. McGeeham Commiller Wit Hae Rhammonality Vo General Meseeban Fane Notre Dampe Eam Jinckne Florida

Elder in Eastern Indoor Track Meet Takes Lead

New York January 14 Jack Elder of Notre Dame showcased skill in the Olympic trials at the Thirteenth Regiment Armory Brooklyn. He defeated Olympic champion Peery Wimmy and is favored to threaten in the 10 yard dash with rivals Karl Wildercaush of Georgetown and Jiminy Daley of Holy Cross expected to challenge.

New York Jack Elder Notre Dame

Corral Gables Golf Match Ends In Chaos

In a Floridian golf event a chaotic match saw former Governor Alfred K. Smith and Babe Ruth paired with Al Smith struggle on the fairway. The page describes missteps, a shaky 85 for the pair, and umpire Lill Klem with Dew Yeukre manager Bob Shawkey overseeing the chaos as tensions rose and a late run by Smith failed to salvage the outing.

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