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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1942

Page

5

Two Day Bowling Benefit in San Antonio Raises Funds

A two day bowling rally in San Antonio drew thousands of bowlers to venues including Simon's Lanes and Texas Center, turning in donations for the Red Cross. Officials estimate a near forty thousand dollar total with prizes and bonds awarded to top bowlers and supporters.

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Bowling Rally Lifts Red Cross Effort in San Antonio

San Antonio residents from two groups joined to support the Red Cross War Appeal Bowling Rally. Volunteers, bowlers, families and workers ran six bowling venues around the clock, turning thousands of dollars into the fund. The effort showcased community spirit and dedication beyond the expected, with final totals still being tallied.

San Antonio Legion of Workers Red Cross

Mile a Minute Ski Run Sets New Record at Baldy

A one year old boy named Duckie Blaipsen from Ketchum completed a nine mile Baldy Mountain ski course in 2 minutes 5 seconds, beating the prior record by eight seconds. The event took place near Sun Valley Idaho on New Year’s Day.

Sun Valley Idaho Duckie Blaipsen Ketchum Baldy Mountain

Weekend Sports Rain Delays Auto Race Programs

Rain halted two auto racing programs at Seguin and Ogun speedsways leaving midget and stock cars unable to run. Rescheduled events for Sunday mark the latest timetable changes as weather challenges persist. Walter Bletla of Wisconsin ski team earned first place in a class at the Norge Shiplay tournament, with Ralph Bletila and Walter Nelson among top finishers in their divisions. Ernest Jacoveon led the senior class in a separate event.

Buntey Seguin Blethway Oval Ogun Cary Walter Blet la University of Wisconsin Bletila Talph Walter Nelson Beloit Wis Ernest Jacoveon Chicago

Perpetual Help, Duncan Win in LASA Play

In a chaotic LASA game Perpetual Help beat Garza Finance 59 to 28 while Duncan edged Fred's Place 44 to 4. Duncan led at halftime. Fred's Place rallied briefly in the second half but Perpetual Help held on. Key scorers included Camacho and Wy poluta with contributions from multiple players as the team matched up against Herlanders and other local clubs.

The Perpetual Help Uete Garza Finance Dunc Cntfieldpset Fred Fred Sue Veading Doren Tidd Duncan Fiedcat AraNwid Camacho Saint Maye Iain Pines Jevual Fianna Qtlersioon Lanter Lavier Voks Temot Wells Daniel Hot Wells Quirmers Burbank Harlandaley Edison Alamo Heights

Bluege May Return to Washington Senators Post

Ossie Bluege, 41, could return to his old posting with the Washington Senators after a season as coach. Owner Clark Griffith indicated Bluege would be asked to resume his role as third base coach while James Bloodgood and Cecil Travis face departures for army service. Bluege played 18 games in 193? and might join as a regular fielder again if rehired for the next season.

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Sugar Ray Robinson poised for New York title bid

In New York on January 19, Sugar Ray Robinson, the Harlem hotshot, stirs talk of a February 20 title bout with Freddie Cochran e for the welterweight crown. Promoter Mike Jacobs backs the match, noting Cochran has not defended his title in six months and could be replaced by Robinson if unable to fight.

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LMI to Take On Jackets Wednesday

The Texas Millars Institute team prepared for a Wednesday matchup with Jackets as Athens and Comfort’s annual tourney produced a tight finish. Medina City upset Comfort in the semifinal and later beat Center Point, with Joe Triplet and Guanzinray Williams leading scoring in the two games.

LMI Texas Millars Institute Wich &T. Athens Atter Uolty Comforts Comfort Cats Medina City San Antonio Touriéy Bnot T. M Joe Triplet Guanzin- Ray Willams

South San High and Peacock Meet In Monday Basketball Night

South San Ailonia Fg school clashes with Peacock Military academy in a Monday night basketball lineup. Teams from both schools are set to face off, with action aiming to showcase skills and entertain local fans.

San Ailonia Fg School Peacock Military Pexdemyettas San Ameel

Badminton Aces Bag Two Titles in Baylor Meet

Badminton players from San Antonio won two titles at Baylor University’s armout tourney in Waco. Stewart and Mrs. BG Larson captured the mixed doubles 15-11 16-8 over Lowell Douglas and Mark Honaker. Winchester Kelso and Gilbert Denman won the veterans doubles 15-3 5-2 over J. R. Honaker and O. B. Haney of Waco. Other champions include Guard Maryl of Oklahoma City in veterans singles, Miss Honaker in women’s singles, George Harmon of Tulsa in men’s singles, Miss Henaker and Mars McCormick of Waco in women’s and men’s doubles respectively.

Gagminvun Stars San Antonio Baylor University Waco Yin Stewart Mrs. BG Larson Lowell Douglas Mark Honaker Winchester Kelso Gilbert Denman J. R. Honaker O. B. Haney Guard Maryl Oklahoma City

9th Infantry Beats St Anthony's in Cage Clash

The 9th Infantry defeated St Anthony's Yellow Jackets 31 to 25 at Fort Sai Teusion arena. The Soldiers built a 24-17 halftime lead as the schoolboys struggled to close the gap in the second period.

McDaniela

Parks Sparks Cage Drive at Baylor U

Baylor star Dwight Parks leads the Bears in a fast paced drive as they chase conference wins. Parks is the league scoring leader and key playmaker, with Baylor aiming to bounce back after a tough stretch. The team faces Texas, Rice, and SMU this week, while Baylor’s defense and Parks’s quickness highlight their recent success.

Haylor Bears Wille Puardt Han Minnow Cua Dwight Parks Baylor Arkansas R. G. Pitts Parks Payetteville Southern Methodist Texans Texas Austin Rice Owls West Tony Texas Dgates Houston Bruins Aggies College Station M.U Ballas Texas Chirls Iow Port Worth Canis Frogs Alan Port Worth Dallas Methodists Mick Mey Arkansae Tim Gilly Walters Mure Tang Star Caurh Waltey Bae Cis

Semi Pros to Pep Up ks42 Baseball Congress Plan

The National Semi-Pro Congress approved expanding the quinlot program for the year and set March 3 as the registration date for enlisting a potential 60,000 players. They expect about 70,000 participants from camps and towns to begin play on May 3 as many umpires enlist in the armed services.

Chicago Van Congress Roosevelt Ial

Boxing Blooms After War Sanctioned Revival Sparks Interest

Wartime funding and enlistment spur boxing revival as promoters, fighters, and fans rally. Star names like Gene Tunney and Joe Louis era veterans mobilize, with college and local gyms filling camps as Navy and Army figures support the sport. Battle-tested fighters and new prospects emerge amid renewed public enthusiasm and heavy investment.

Nelson Wins California Open at Oakland by Five Shots

Nelson, the Toled ohi short player and national open and PGA champion, captured the 72 hole California Open in Oakland with a 274 par-battering total. He led from start to finish, carding three 69s in a five-stroke victory over Dawson who finished near 279. Dawson claimed 10K for defense. Nelson pocketed 10K. Other near-winners included Little, Harper, Hogan, and Manger with final scores around 204 to 261. Top holes in one notable by Marion Teffner and Glenfelder.

Oakland Calif Nelson California Toled Ohio Califordia Journal Retson Quoyan Nour John Dawson Hollywood Dawson San Francisco Little Lloyd Manger Tontorey Bark Willie Goggin Plains Leonard Dodson Kangen City E. J. Harrison Lite Rock, Ark Jenn Lan Marion Teffner Palo Alt Dali Fifa Glenfelder Oakland

Florida West Coast tennis postponed by exams

College exams force postponement of the Florida West Coast tennis championships. Top players from the region remain slated to compete in the men’s and women’s draws, including De Sout Amoricnn champion Hranaaco Seruri and Grovg, Lyttleton-Rage, Iris Litlelyolete among the men, with national indoor champion Paulin Metz leading the women.

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Travis and Brandt Win Jaycee Golf at Brackenridge Park

The weekly Jaycee golf tournament at Brackenridge Park Sunday saw Travis and Brandt tie with a first place showing. Local participation included Tris and Ed Brandt while a light turnout limited the ability to determine final winners due to misread scores and unclear standings.

Ara Tris Ed “Brandt Eac Jontar Chan Bey Brackenridge Park

Rain Cancels Club Golf Event at Sp. Aronto Country Club

Rain forced cancellation of the Scatah fourAciie Ulnames golf meeting scheduled for Sunday at Sp. Artonto Country Club. Officials say matches will be re-set to next Sunday and Monday.

Sp. Artonto

New Table Tennis Dates Announced in Texas Open

The Texas table tennis association announced new dates for the state open tournament. The event was moved from the original schedule to April 44 at the Houston area facility with teams and players set to compete in singles doubles and team events.

Texas Ommeyyng Canons Weenie

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