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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1932
Page
6
A stream of historic fighter notes details Stanley Ketchel, Bendigo, Walker, and other era names. It recalls ring sizes, weights, and ring rules, noting early Queensberry style limits, famous matchups, and legendary contrasts in a nostalgic, if fragmentary, survey of heavyweight history.
Sol Metzger former coach and writer dies in Atlantic City after a career at the University of Pennsylvania and University of North Carolina. He guided Penn to a championship and later spoke at length in national circles, leaving a lasting legacy in football and journalism.
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The article details a boxing card featuring Polish star facing Petrolle in New York with multiple undercard matchups. It highlights Petrolle's punching power, the looming challenge for the Polish fighter, and notes additional bouts including a 10-round clash between Tor Crissoners and Johnny Jadick and a Canzeneri title defense against Jadick.
Seguin basketball beat Hallelisville Firemen 44 to 18 as Renger Kinne and Rebwarz starred for Seguin while Tilors and tether Woked led the Virtinon. Auton Manion Millage sparked a late rally that sealed the victory and kept Seguin high in district play.
A murky report cites a fatal football incident blamed on the game as a youth from St Lenis Tir suffers a fatal injury on the field. A hospital diagnosis notes a cerebral infection following the fall, with physicians cited for the medical assessment.
Public notice details a Central Texas loop organizing meeting in Austin with participants from Austin, San Marcos, and nearby areas. Names and roles are partially garbled but indicate involvement of local organizations and officials planning an event or alliance. The fragmentary text mentions Sunita and Vane Malty among others, with reference to treasurers and coordinators.
In Dallas on June 18 4 Mldred Babe Videlkson the renowned Texas woman athlete posted Southern amateur records across events including discus 240 feet 42.8 inches shot put 35 2 and javelin 7 feet 6 inches. She excelled in running events long jump high jump and baseball throws setting national A A U marks and dominating as a national level athlete.
Bill Parker reports on Mildred Babe Didrikson lingering in Dallas after a standout show in track and field. She defies stereotypes, notes plans for college, and pursues Olympic dreams while balancing her sports across basketball and other events. Fierce, focused, and poised for major rise.
San Antonio youth Vom Kittay among 1B members of the 1481 Arms football squad honored for athletic achievement under orders from Major General W. St. Smith, superintendent of the United States Military Academy. The report lists names including Carver Senter and Laurik Wilberg, with awards spanning football, soccer, and cross country across multiple schools and locations.
Ernie Nevers headlines a dramatic final football appearance with National Football League stars in a showcase that mixed passing and kicking. The professional effort featured notable plays by Kenic, McNails, and Warner, while Nevers led the scoring drives amid a tough defensive showing from the opposing squad.
Albany origin candidates dominate lists for United States winter speed skating selection. Names include Shen Lake Placid New York and Jaffee New York with veterans from 1924 and 1928 Olympics. Selection for 500 and 1000 meter races planned in Lake Placid as trials catch last entrants.
The Big Six basketball teams head into a packed week with key conference games at Manhattan and Lincoln, plus non conference clashes at Omaha and Omaha. Oklahoma plays Nebraska, Kansas State meets Iowa State, and Missouri faces Drake with a heavy schedule across Monday to Saturday.
Metica defeated Monterey 20 in the championship race of the Mexican Soccer association. Mexico scored after a scoreless first half and benefited from a late surge as Manteter's defense held. Carta Tanca beat Anohune 2 to 1 while the Nationals routed Germania 7 to 0.
Earnshaw and Simmons arrived in Hot Springs to train with the Mohmeniker club of the American association and the International League in Tot Springs. They plan to train through February with a program to start in March.
The article reports Dizzy Dean, a 20 year old Cordial pitcher, sustaining injuries in a mishap. Doctors recommended a minor operation to address the matter as Mendty morning. The incident details are unclear but indicate maternal care and medical consultation.
The Sons of Amerien Zions dominated St Anthony's Mites with a 68 to 15 victory as Honeda and B Caral led scoring with 19 points each. The match featured St Anthony's roster led by Dentin cooter Saytatectic van Pell and Valient Gy as starters.
An elderly bullfighter, 83, nicknamed Hero, was severely trampled during a bullfight in DUHANGO Mevira. Reports say the veteran rider fell after a bull charged and pinned him near the ring. authorities describe his condition as serious but stable while urgent care was provided.
At Ascot three auto pilots were injured during a racing event. Injuries included possible skull fractures and facial injuries. All pilots were taken to hospital. one machine veered off track and wrecked, others escaped with minor bruises. The incident prompted a field safety review and temporary halt to racing activities.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Christie George and Kammy Creoree with garbled phrases about mat card completion. Odd names and stray phrases appear, including Beethoven, Wiggles, and references to Weenwetay delt Tonping We Wil.
San Benito teams open their arhobatic schedule in a tense 12 to 12 draw as seniors defend against De Foerin’s group. Officials report a rough, muddled start with limited readable details on scorers or exact positions.
Ered Mortisin, top golfer from southern California, wins the Pacific Southwest Professional event with a late surge after a three-stroke lead, beating rivals Sarazen and Cooper. The victory nets Morrison a $35,000 prize while notable players and autograph seekers crowd the awards scene.
Readable text notes Edison High School sports start with baseball and track. Mentions Joe Ward Menah Torrent and others in early activity, with unclear details about teams, schedules, or outcomes.
Weekend sports review surveys a wide field from Aqua Caliente to Miami and Newark. Notable entries include Morrison's 285 wins, the Aqua Caliente meet purse of $15,000, and Olympick tryouts with standout performers from Canton and Coral Gables. Memorialized figures include Frank Uae and Testa-Edie Casey, while college scores show Princeton, Columbia, Cornell, and Ohio State among others. New York University racks up 87 in a multi-event showing.
Chicago promoters announce the cue tournament lineup headlined by Arthur Woycahtat of Chicago defending his title against challenger Whornblad. The event offers nearly $25,000 in cash and trophies with top prizes of $7,501 and $4,000 plus percentage shares for runners-up and participants. The field includes J. N. Hozeman, Augie Kiockhetse, Orte Heisler, Lan Weennes, and others from St. Louis, Philadelphia, Buffalo, and beyond.
The report lists Fort Sin Hansrin and Brskebs as top contenders with Ninth Veterans in first place after a decisive RB win. It details upcoming games across the Ninth Infantry and associated units including schedule shifts to evening to accommodate players, with multiple matches planned through Thursday night and Friday.
Wichita Eliaiss defeated Flor ista 3 to 25 as basketball action unfolded with a narrow margin. The result highlights a surprising turn in a regional contest, featuring key plays that shifted momentum late in the game.
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