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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1929

Page

16

Giants Sign 35 man roster for spring camp at Leegus Park

The New York Giants announce a 35 man spring training list at Leegus Park including 15 pitchers 8 infielders and 7 outfielders. Kay Schalk returns as coach while Mert Nie- roth is listed as manager with Leo Aono and Beaumont omitted. The roster features notable names such as Hubbell Henry Walker Buck O Farrell Witty and Veltman along with several others from Toledo Memphis and Rochester. Exhibition games begin February 1 with more players due by March and camp runs through late March before a southern trip for spring work.

Elee New York Tsuiers Leegus Park Kay Schalk Chc Go White Sox Puttchery Poate Leo Aono Larry Benlun Jim Char Bred Fitzelmmons Frank Henry Garl Hubbell Joe _Genewieh Bitl Walker Heors Douey Fants Garland Buckexe Clevedander Toledo Errs Kelir Memphis Carl Misys Bob O'Farrell Cardinal New York Inter Joe Witty Andy Cohen Randy Heese Travia Jackson Bill Rex Freed Lindstrom Boldovere R. Crawfurd Carter Jordan Eddie Marshall Beaumit Qutzielders Melrig Otto Eddie Roush Jimmy Welsh Giants Arthur Veltman Eau Antonio Springfield Tygh, Bught Ty CoestChuck Fallis Tolo Suny Baufmen Tor Givors Seak Ob Frijay Tl N'Clogh Pacific Jiat- Ee

Local pros among entries for San Antonio Texas Open

Woltee Hagen Blucdonald Smith and a dozen familiar names from Lee lond golf arrive in San Antonio for the Texas Open. Haugen is tipped to play after recent exhibition work. Other noted players like Liz Mehlhurn Morton Leith John Gulden and Joe Kirkwood are listed as arriving, with pre-tournament qualifying and Willow Springs practice planned ahead of the pro-am rounds in the park.

Woltee Hagen Blucdonald Smith Alraidy San Antonio Haugen Phoenix Tiz Mat Smith Furmer Texas Smith Lou Froveltes Liz Mehlhurn Morton Leith John Gulden Tobby Chickshank Tom Ayniout John Rodgers Joe Kirkwool Sid Dudley Harry Cooper Leonard Sehrovile Julex Slanton Joy Dalby Henry Cales Aland Abe Kapinova Shrewse Leelond Arnanger Joe Uyman Brackeneltle Pack Roursa Holibiz Willow Sprfingy Park

FONES GIVEN RAISE AND LONG CONTRACT

Boneh Howard Janishes signed a five year football contract with the University of Southern California raising his annual pay to twelve thousand dollars. He transfers from Duke and the deal includes a substantial raise over his previous salary and indicates a precedent for longer terms.

Los Angeles Boneh Howard Janishes University of Southern California Trojan Ericiroy Langer FAO Duke Wni- 1

WR. Harry Nichols Wins Women's Golf Championship

Mrs. Harry Niehuiz and Mrs. B. C. Thune lead in a local women’s golf event as the week’s tournament looms at the Aling Country Club. Dated notes mention Mrs. D. Gregory’s performance and the upcoming Monday start time.

Harry Nichols Harry Niehuiz B.C. Thune D. Gregory Aling Country Club

Unclear Fight Results From Sparse OCR Fragments

The provided OCR fragment is highly garbled with multiple names, places, and terms fragmented or misread. It references fighters and cities such as New York, Australia, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Wilmington. No clear event date, outcome, or coherent match details are discernible.

Should the same grip apply to woods and irons in golf play

Clarence Hackney explains that the same grip and hand position should be used for both woods and irons. The stance and swing path stay similar, while the grip itself remains constant so players avoid common faults.

Clarence Hackney Ferre Cini

Cyclists Lose Over $10,000 in Armory Race

Leo Fogles promoter of a recent six day bicycle event at Ki iulge armory reports losses estimated between 10 000 and 15 000 due to high costs and a distant venue. He cites a postponed pay-off day for riders as contributing factor while armory officials enforce a no smoking policy and reduced patronage.

New York Tau Leo Fogles Ki Iulge Armory le Fost Fogler Leong Sec- Hon Armory Algo Inte Patronace Fogler Caid Jack Cacer Fogle

Boxing card at Beethoven for Hull feature bout

Homer Card Goodmin ousts Lubby Jackson and defeats Ridh Gilbert in Crowns ville, listed as main event for Laceday night against Tommy White. Clyde Mill delays return due to injury but plans to appear January 20 to face White. Local bouts include Burns and Hunkins headliners and four roundters Lupe Garza and Pete Martinez with Dill Heroaniez, Castillo cornered. Show starts at $30.

Homer Card Goodmin Lubby Jackson Ridh Gilbert Crownsville Tommy White Cozy Clyde Mill Wellkedion Dakotan Kiete Duke Tramel Hult White Cis Army Post Chuck Burns Ace Hunkins Johans Croz Jims Warne Rousten Beethoven Fulsa Pete Martinez Mexico Dill Heroaniez Che Mill Lupe Garza Martinez Meels BR. O

Columbia Canvases on Captain Selection at Columbia

New York January 22 After three ballots Columbia University athletics committee postponed the captain election until after the third game next fall and will set regulations before the football season. Candidates include James Dainy Hell Galeona Kau center and Malcolm S Abecker Flushing NY tackle.

New York Eleet Fnatholl Columbia University Committee On Athletics Ater James Dainy Hell Galeoa Kau Melcolm S. Abecker Flushing N. W

Amateur tournament pairings and names flash through city

Amateur roi tournament notes and morning pairings list numerous competitors, venues, and times from San Antonio and surrounding areas. The fragmented OCR reveals many participant names such as Kumpt Ren Antony, Oliver Ban Antanter, Eubank San Aniuac, and Frank Furreeh.

Cease Craik Calhonm Ran Mietemo S” Freeaman Kerety Gohn Clark San Antonio Frank Furreeh Fan Antanas Fitagereld Fan Actonicy JE _Emaner Apion Diene Han Aplanlont Tom” Lawrenes Ltt Uavic Harlingen Charlee MOD Sar Antoni Avian Boney Tyan Cuer Gag Broek Job Fiken Ban Antonie Ralph Ball- Win Sun Aaya Wan Gian Mee Bowee Mourteny Bob Tl Berton Han Antoni Wishwa Porter New Braunteie Grorre Parehal Sun” Arienio Eni Funier Ie Anton Bchrigver Man Newton Osaiter Eb Wexner Kerns Lily Adontes le Fitiolimen Ben Antielu A AL Ned Bilan New Fipsane Helmy Arch Torner Fan Antonio Frank J. Tk Vole Tira Fete Wits Kerreiliy Onerze Comminna Curpde Thetall

Hornsby Quits Bets While Cub Hornsby Quits Bets

Chicago January 2 A Cub Meyers Hornsby aims to be the good loyal figure as he pledges to end gambling ties. He signs an anti gambling pledge after joining the team and promises not to attend horse races or wager while with the Cubs.

Chicago Meyers Hornsby Bits Enenaley Rajajas Willian Cubs Lo Justine Hornsby

Stribling Knocks Out Montgomery in Quick Win

W J Stribling, 118th KO, stops Sully Montgomery in the second round at Fort Worth. He heads to New Orleans for a scheduled fight with Jack Sharkey on February 27. Ralph Smith set to face Stribling next in New Orleans. Stribling plans a return to Mason after the Miami trip. date of departure noted.

Lenn Tan Steibling Ralph Smith New Ore Gang Macon Va Siribling Grossion Mason New Orleans Dosy Pennre Miami Vold Young Steibling Micon Glrane Januiyey Dody Cal James Stentgomery Atrakes Kuti Goldberg Acadia Goldberg York Tig Anaticon Square Ganley Oder William Morrison Dempsey Mr Dempsey Dench Hee George Godfrey Pumsibls Waan Dempsey Logan Cereh

Mandell Returns to Ring After Five Month Layoff

Sammy Mandell, noted welterweight, plans a comeback bout after a five month layoff. The fight features substitutions and last minute changes as he faces an opponent in Milwaukee while awaiting a title shot.

Inlianalolis Sammy Manel Chiplen Arero Conters Eal Wei Ell Lurspin Tor Arcarella Milwaukee Tishy Aleaiv Jimmy Plint

Roston Gets Sunday Ball

Roston secures Sunday ball amid preparations tied to a major league context. Details are limited in the readable text, but the note references a prominent football or baseball figure and mentions schedules or matchups connected to a Sunday event.

Sonnenberg Signed to Wrestle Swedish Heavyweight

The article notes Sonnenberg agreeing to a wrestling bout with Swedish heavyweight Frank Jorgenven in Ups County. The exhibition match is not limited by restrictions and is slated for tonight.

Sonnenberg Dun Ling Cinr Dariacuth Dackly Bis Geen Frank Jorgenven Jae

Fragmented OCR item on union bid and March deadline

An OCR fragment notes a bid for the Corte Suzon Auitece Union with an unclear amount. It mentions a deadline near March 1 and a 2004 reference, but many words are garbled, leaving uncertain entities and dates. The readable bits suggest a formal notice or bidding context.

Ctipago Dan Irda Stadia Corte Suzon Auitece Union Ian OO Rome

Wildcat bout tops San Antonio boxing card in fog

Report of a boxing event with Ace Hudkins as promoter and bouts featuring Ruth, Burog, Gilbert, Apara, and others. Promises of a 10 round main event, crowd larger than expected, and onlookers in Fort Sam Houston area.

Ace Hudkins Art Fou Autonio Br Autottobilu Pupsdey Duck Goldie Nebenska Wildcat del Rio San Antonio Chick Burog Babe Ruth Tie Mene Hudkins Linkey Yftaivy Promisa Elis Gentoo Ruth Oatches Ruth Wall Muth Hoy Schuth Wally Sehting Apara Xemiwindup Sabino Apara Kit Gilbert Weller Anara Miedmgee Conti Shellon Gullina Tr Geemet Crilbert Ferd Yuck Avalon Brermaniez Malriguez

Rangerettes Open Basketball Season With New Lineup

The Rangerettes, after weeks of practice, prepare for the season with Capt. Dorothy Doss and manager Sam Mahlamm coordinating. They secured coach Tove Hill, Lenaghan as captain, and arranged to play against St John’s Court. The squad includes Dorothy Tans and Emily Schramm among others.

Drangerettes Pric Vite Wensio Dorothy Doss Amt Samul Mehramm Tove Hill Lenaghans St. Joon'a Word Bracken Rivige Am Sacret Elenet Inelunte Avi Feur Dorothy Tans Emily ‘Schramm Mt Mracknaridge Fallewas Mildred Croas Sibyl Ware Tisop Sphril Smith Tee Tueille Metin Emily Tushnell Kadiesa Vaurhatss Lots Iackley

Philbrook Nevadas New Football Coach Named

Philbrook Nevada announces a new football coach after the resignation of Hank Shaw. Wes Nes, George Thibeault, and Whittlelege figure among candidates, with the final selection by the university athletic board following applications filed after Shaw’s departure.

Philbrook Nevada Wesw Nes Fun George Thibeabk Ihe Whittleellege Cast

George Stallings Discharged From Hospital

George Stallings, manager of the Monitiny Royals of the International Baseball League, has been released after four months confinement for a severe ailment. Stallings left Montial Hospital and is reported at the club’s office to have recovered from a critical illness.

Montial Dan Tenrge Stallings Monitiny Royals

Golf gets credit for five day week

The article discusses a five day work week in golf, mentioning Ming Francon and the Verkings authorities. It notes improvements in golfing conditions and references local figures such as Khorern and Minvioner of Nobor. The piece highlights the impact on players and schedule changes at Wille with Alice.

GOLF Ming Francon Nobor Khorern Dad Hal Alice Artaude Weiland

One 10 Goal Player Left in New York pole season recap

A fragmented report notes only one of three 10 goal players remains as Amer ican pole carrier. Tommy Hitcheork leads with 10 goals in the new list from the United Bites Lulu association, while two veterans Devereux Mellon and Marco Hinvere see declines. Winston Guest is listed at nine goals amid the international season fallout.

New York Jon_2 Tommy Hitcheork United Bites Lulu Association Tewig Tacos Buck Devereux Mellon

Poloists Play Three Games at Midwinter Polo Tour

The Pith Cavalrymen from Tort larkment J Eighth Corps Area headquarters prepare for a sequence of three polo matches starting Tuesday afternoon at the Creat Geld. The Millan Cowboys and the Wichilt Palla Glue teams are slated to play, with Sam Amtonin Longiene Mint Auahin among the players. Wet fields cause postponements anticipated for Monday.

Raine Millan Cowboys Wichilt Palla de Tornlsy Kl

LEWIS CAPTURES HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE SHOT GARDINI

Lewin and Gardini headline a boxing match recapping titles and contenders. The article notes Lewin's near victory, with Gardini winning by decision in a heated bout. The scene includes figures from Philadelphia and Los Angeles, listing notable boxers and venues as part of the era's heavyweight competition.

Lewis Gardini Becanslerd Lewin Garsonienberg Ran

Introducing Texas League Newcomers and Players

A garbled record outlines new Texas League entrants and player notes from 1924 to 1926, mentioning ages, heights, weights, throwing and batting hands, clubs in Joplin and Augusta, plus associations in Western and South Atlantic leagues. It references several cities and dates with unclear specifics.

Wiehlta Falls Sayiabuby Joplin Western Association Vines Kanaxville South Atlantia Augusta Knoxville

Joe Dundee On West Coast Again

Joe Dundee remains in good form on the West Coast as the welterweight championship name disappears from California's social register of boxing. Rich Udingas of the state boxing commission cites strong turnout and plans a championship bout between Dundee and Jack Fields of Los Angeles.

Joe Dundee San Francisco Ton Too Dunite California Rich Udingas Charles F. Teng Taugh Vomiivitt Aretion Bodiy Ancil Taffinan Tundes Tack Fielda Low Angeles

Schmelling Knocks Corri Out In Hurry

In New York Schmeling, the German heavyweight, knocked out Pietra Corri of New York in one minute and two seconds of the first round in a rout. Schmelling weighed 183 1/2 pounds and scored his third win in the American ring.

Newark N.oj. Ain Mix Schmelling Pietra Corri New York Schmelling Noid Chway

Miller May Coach Washington Team Debut and Inquiry

Miller May plans to coach the Washington team as details emerge from Dorsitar, a Notre Dame figure, who stated from his home that he will seek final word from the University of Washington on an offer for a fortnal position with the football program.

Miller Washington Deftane Unio San Dorsitar Horkemin Notre Dame Geotiin Teel University of Washington Herame Fen Fonthal

Rex Beach Flabbergasts Writers Golfers With 73

Rex Beach astonishes writer golfers by posting a 73 in the qualifier for the Grantland Cup event. The piece notes Beach’s strong lead, the Carlton club’s suspense, and mentions rivals such as Jefferson Machn and Kuti Goldberg, with Goldberg’s wind cautious approach in Acadia cited as context.

Rex Beach

Walker’s delay tactics spark golf tourney clash

The piece profiles Cyril Walker, famed for slow play and controversy at major opens, detailing past clashes with officials and galleries. It notes Walker’s reputation for deliberate pacing, temper, and defiance, and cites incidents with Macdonald Smith and California crowds amid debates over pace of play in upcoming tournaments. The story suggests officials may set a precedent to curb slow play at the Texas Open and beyond.

Glen Allen Walker Fle Gyru Walker Ma Alticlala California le Way Macdonald Smith Sir Cyril Conniiter Asters Whey Smit Cyril Cyril Walker Toa Angeles

Honors for Smith Elevates Cecil Smith to six goals

Cecil Smith, noted as a hard hitting Austin polo player, earns six goals from the United States Polo Association. The rating puts him on par with renowned captain Deverastus Milburn, though Milburn has been dropped recently. The move highlights Southwestern polo development and Antonio’s winter carnival progress, with Tack Laghain and the national committee recognizing Smith’s rise.

Smith Cecil Smith Austin Devertaus Milburn Mont Il Sroma Sincw Milbuen Taek Wapham New York Southwestern Pole Sam Anetonio Laghain Geneon

Blocked Havana Bout Defeats Dempsey Rival Plans

Sporadic OCR notes reveal a proposed Havana bout arrangement around Jack Dempsey. Reported plans mention George Godfrey and others, with references to Miami and February dates, though the text is garbled and incomplete.

Northwestern Star Injury Sidelines Walter After Collision

Northwestern reports Walter of the Mortiweetert team sidelined for a week after a mid game collision. He suffered a shoulder injury during Saturday night action, with teammates and officials noting the rough play and torn tournaments context.

Northwestern Walter Pomire

Joey Medill Picks Myers Guecagg For Tonight's Game

Joey Medill was favored to win against Myers Focatelin in Idaho tonight. The match marks Medill's first appearance since joining the team, aiming to rebound after several setbacks.

Joey Medill Myers Guecagg Jon Joey Medi Sheps Ag Sonia Wien Myers Focatelin Tdaho Wallace

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