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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1940

Page

10

Louis Sure to Put Out Godoy's Light Carver

Lawton Carver reports from New York on the boxing bout where Louis defends the world heavyweight title against Arturo Godoy of Chile. Officials signed the terms as January 9 approaches. The article mocks expectations, notes Louis will do the fighting while Godoy remains a recipient, and estimates purses around fourteen thousand dollars for Godoy.

Louis Lawton Carver New York Boxing Commission Arturo Godoy Chile Arara Ds Godos Godoy Qwe Goday Suemtitr, J Sul Mare South Fonerioe Sin To Champion

The Great Black Diamond Mystery of History

The largest black diamond, weighing about 31st carats, was found in Bihla Brazil in 1895 and changed hands from Inder to London before fragmenting for diamond arts. Once valued far higher today, its hardness rivals white diamonds, with Cullinan noted as the largest white diamond at 1075 carats.

Bahia Brazil Bihla London

Hartnetl Prothro and Terry Pick Cards to Win

In Memphis on January 16, managers from three Nations League clubs discuss expected leaders for the 1940 season. Gabby Hartnett names St Louis as a contender while warning his own Chicago Cubs will compete. Giants boss Bill Terry hints at Benny McCoy fit, and moves infield plans as spring training looms.

Memphis Tenn Jat Fem St. Louis’Cardinals William Bill” Terry New York Giants Trey Cardinals Terry Mempaian James “Dee” Froitro Philadelphia Phillies Yankees St. Louis Bandwagon Gabby Hartnett Chicago Gards Gabby Hot Springs Ark Giants Benny McCoy Detroit Tigers Baseball HK. JM. Landis McCoy Bill Souires Glenn Stewart Nickek Babe Young

Dorrell Wins in N Y Again In Boxing Show

New York January score notes Arthur Dorrell born 1831 2 from Dallas and protege of Eddie Mead manager of Henry Armstrong welterweight champion. He may have won a decision over Ziggi Lander 147 pound Palestine scrapper in six round semi final of a local boxing show.

New York Arthur Dorrell Winber Dallas Eddie Mead Henry Armstrong Just Might Ziggi Lander

Ice Hockey Results and Tonight's Schedule Snapshot

Last night results show Griseland 2 Philadelphia 2 Hershey 1 Providence 0 New Haven 2. Minneapolis 1 Omaha 2. Tonight's schedule features the National Team New York at Montreal Detroit at Toronto. International American league matchups include Hershey at Los Angeles Syracuse at Providence. American associations list Kunrac City at Winnipeg Omaha at St. Paul and others.

Griseland Philadephia

Fight Results by Obscure Ring Names Across Multiple Cities

Unclear punch by punch record lists a series of brutal bouts with numerous misread names and places. Appears to cite boxers such as New York figures Tommy Tucker and Tony Morell among others, with various outpoints and stoppages across Dallas, Oakland, Phoenix, Monterey, and San Francisco.

Prema New York Artin Dorrell Dallas Texas Ziget Londer Oaklind Cnit Sonny Bos Walker Que Phoenix Avie Stuppid Hareit Bigeksnear Monterey Calif Puy Tommy Tucker Tony Morell Arlington

Brackenridge and Lanier Vie for Cage Lead in City Tipoff

Big crowd expected as Brackenridge Eagles meet Lanier Voks in the Jefferson gym doubleheader with Jefferson facing Burbank. Brackenridge beat Jefferson 28 to 19 while Lanier topped Trek 44 to 25 to end the first round. Saldana leads league scoring at 26. Hernandez key inside for Lanier.

Brackenridge Lanier Cage Johnny Janes Jefferson Gym Brackenridge Eagles Lankr Voks Jefferson Burbank Eagles Livingston Austii Billy Saldana Tech Eac Raul Hernandez Vokt iLsackenridge Punch” Hill Uggy Seasor Alex de la Garza Harry Hamilton Drackenridge Mustangs Joe Bob Markette Saldana Joe Dunhum English Eagle English Lawler Buffs Champs

Finns to Tour America Amid Rule Suspension

Finnish runner Taltso Maki, touted as the greatest living sprinter, plans a U S tour to raise funds for Finland’s war effort against Russia. Paavo Nurmi will accompany as trainer. The trip begins in Los Angeles late February with stops in San Francisco, Denver, Kansas City, St. Louis, Cleveland, Chicago, Detroit and Boston, ending March 30 in New York.

New York INS Aittle America Talsto Maki Finland Imme Daniel J. Ferris Amateur Athlete Union International Federation Sweden Maki Hussia Makt Paavo Nurmi Minland Los Angeles San Francisco Denver Kansas City St. Louis Cleveland Chicago Detroit Boster

Tech Holds Lanier In Rough, Bucking Buffs Rally

The game summary shows Soria directing Tech to a close first quarter lead as Briseno and Quintania spearheaded a late attack. Lanier pulled away in the second period and extended the margin. Briseno topped Tech with 10 points while Quintanilla had 7. Martinez led Lanier with 14, Baldana 12, and Rant Heroanden 9.

Soria Tech Lanier Mike Briseno Fred Quintania Bug Techmen Briesnn Buffs Quintanilla Joe Martinez Baldana Rant Heroanden

Dettweiler Leads Augusta Women’s Fitlist Final

Dettweiler of Washington DC and Mrs Harb of Long Island reach the Augusta golf final for Patty Berg’s title. Dettweiler held a two stroke lead at 54 holes but posted an eight over par final round while Harb finished 85 to reach 255. Jean Bauer of Providence stood seven back with a shot at overtaking.

Augusta Gn U— Por Helen Dettweiler Meten Uicks Harb Patty Berg Miss Dettweiler Washington, D. C Mrs. Tlark Long Island Jean Bauer Providence R. I

Polo Head Predicts More Interesting Play By MUOBENT ATRAWBRIDGE JR

New York, Jan 14. Look for more interesting play in polo this year with growth in younger players and a revised rules set. The season features national and regional championships, including a Western cup in stride games and a coast tournament on the Pacific, with changes to stop play after the innery bell and other minor revisions.

Muobent Atrawbridge JR Cmiitman Wedentu New York Itala Doreien Pitlyadtracts Eet Jeane Bs Security Ivarians Britain United States Pakensakianitmates Ueanings Westelenier Cup Stradgit Claas

Stevens and Ortega Rematch Promoter Plans Return Fight

Boxing promoter Lawrence Baldesarelli schedules a rematch between Johnny Stevens of Cincinnati and Pedro Ortega of Minley City for Monday night at the Walkathon Arena. The crowd demands a sequel after their winded draw, but Baldesarelli struggles to find a suitable opponent for De la Rosa. Herby Gilmore of Cincinnati, a top-rated Featherweight, may be brought in as the main event challenger.

Lawrence Baldesarelli Johrnny O” Stevens Cincinnati Pedro Ortega Minley City Walkathon Baldesarelli Toby de la Rosa Champlan Mexico Stevens Ortega de la Rosa Victor Houston New Orelwans Baldesaren Herby Gilmore Cincinneti Gilmore Texas

Sunday School Games Set in Wood Town Gym

Sunday games are scheduled in the Thursday division of the Gundsy School Wague with Beacon Hill Bantist at 7 4. Fire Congregational faces Mexican Christian Institute at 9 30. Both games occur in Woods Town gym. Central Christian has an off night.

Gundsy Bchool Wague

Too Cold for Lights Polo Reschedules Opening Match

Opening polo tournament at Hatin of the Lights was postponed due to cold weather. The Rainbows against the Lone Rangers will start as soon as conditions are favorable.

Rainbows Lone Rangers

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