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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1944

Page

2

Derby Hopeful Alozner Eyes Flamingo Preview

Trainer Jack Skirvin says Alorer is being prepared solely for the Kentucky Derby with progress praised as Derby caliber. The Ernst outfit aims for a Flamingo Stakes win on Feb 26 as a springboard to the Derby, Preakness, and Belmont, with Alozner seen as a leading Derby contender. In Cuba, jockey Jose Vino Artride Barba Gonzales fish won the Puebla handicap at Las Americas racetrack, with Seeing Eve second and Son of Liberty among top finishers.

Alorter Berry Dyly Miame Ainre Vermbrisi Rallope Hullean Racetrack Triker Sugele Tor Buch Mos A.C. Brest Jack Skirvily Ernst Skirvit Colons Ete Alozner Skirvin Lawrin Bord Alorer Flamingo Ernst Farm Texington Menico City Jose Vino Barba Gonzales Fishles Puebla Hipodromo Dé Las Americas G. Z. Carranzi Eve J. L. Sullivan Ard

Wood and Byrd Triumph in Golf Exhibition Pair

In Long Beach California a two pair golf exhibition at Recreation Park saw Wood and Byrd defeat Nelson and Dudley 87 to 70. Wood posted 37 34 71 while Dursley shot 33 55 73 and Nelson 40 35 75. Event drew about 509 spectators. Also noting Kelly War Work basketball team seek practice games this week with contact through Lawson.

Long Beach Call Jan.ue Graly Wood New York Sammy Byrd Detroit Byron Nelson Toledo Ohio Ed Dudley Colorado Springs Coln Recrealinn Park Burg Wood Dursley Nelson

Golden Gloves Sale Starts District Tournament Opening

Tickets for the annual Golden Gloves boxing tournament in Fent Onszla go on sale at 2 a.m. Monday at the city auditorium. Sales continue daily from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. from February 22 through February 1. Reservations were telephoned to the auditorium box office. no further reservations will be accepted by phone.

College Basketball Roundup Mixed Results Across Conferences

The roundup cites multiple games and standings with broad references to teams like Army, Muhlenberg, Dartmouth, Columbia, Princeton, and Notre Dame, plus rankings and league implications. It notes big wins and surprising upsets across the Southwest, Big Six, Pacific Coast, and Northwest regions, highlighting standout players and conference leaders while noting ongoing season developments.

Hulen Hosts Camp Aqulen at Home After Weekend Win

Hulen beat the Soos Cabaniss naval air field team 62 to 45 Saturday night. The Tigers from Corpus Christi travel to face Camp Aqulen of Palacios Sunday. In a previous visit here Hulen edged Randolph field Ramblers 42 to 45 with a late rally. Randolph meets San Marcos AAF in a March of Dimes benefit game at New Braunfels Saturday night.

TNF Aveny Soos Cabaniss Navel Air Field Corpus Christi Camp Aqulen Palacios Hulen Randolph Field Ramblers Randolph San Marcos New Braunfels

Hot Wells Plans High Cage Tourney

The Hot Wells Blue Devils announce an invitational basketball tournament for February 14. They recently played in Prairie Lea, losing 24-20 to Shiner and 25-23 to San Mareés, then won 19-17 in practice bracket. Other 28-A teams and area schools like San Mareos, Lockhart, Prairie Lea, Charlotte, Bandera may be invited next month.

Hot Wells Blue Devils Prarie Lea Blue Devils Shiner San Mareés Dripping Sprogs San Mares Academy San Mareos High School Lockhart Prairie Lea Charlotte Bandera Hot Wells

USC Goalers Prepare for Openers as Cadet Center Hosts

USC aims to extend its unbeaten run in a Monday night clash at Cadet Center during the third week of play. The Fai Signal eninpane, one of three seams tied for the lead in the USC army NacyeY, and Teague of CA basket ball Teague figure among the highlighted names as Teague. leads the squad into action.

Fai USC Army Teague Cadet Center Tinstendtore MME He Toon

Tigers face depletion as York Harris may join war draft

Detroit’s roster shrinks as Rudy York and Ned Harris face possible reclassification. With six to seven players at risk as of February, manager Steve ONeill could be forced to adjust plans for 1944. York’s potential absence would strain the lineup and impact the Tigers’ chances in the season.

Defrow Detroit Tigers Semakia Rudy York Ned Harris Fincé Tigers York Harris Jack Zeller Blavers Dick Wakfield Jimmy Bloodworth Hal White Tommy Bridges Pexones Ane Zeller Titers Ramine Eransville Ind New York Harald Newhouser Virgil Trucks Frank Overmine Nivel Detroit Telvolt Steve O'Neill Suelo

Sheppard Dorazia Fight in Pittsburgh Headlines Boxing Night

In Pittsburgh Monday night the Sheppard and Doravin showdown headlines a heavyweight scene. Reports call Gus Dorazla a top Philadelphia entrant while Sheppard, known as Hatchet Man, seeks strong showing. Details on organizers and postwar ABC plans surface from Chicago meetings.

Fissoovrgh Pittsburgh Iweether Philadelphia Gus Dorazla J A York Sheppard Baratta Amenis ABC Ice Vattve Milwaukee Flema Chicago Vance Sareriguar

Edgewater Polar Bears Sweepstakes at Edgewater Club

In Chicago on a mild January day golfers and skiers held events despite low temperatures. Sixty two Edgewater Polar Bears competed for a sweepstakes won by Frank Whinten at Edgewater Golf Club. Nearby at Wrigley Field the Norge Bhi club staged a ski meet with light snow only on the jump area.

Chicago Edgewater Polar Bears Edgewater Golf Club Frank Whinten Norge Bhi

Aggies Schedule Four Games At Army Camps In Texas

The Texas Aggies arrange a four game stretch in San Antonio army camps to boost early finish. The opener Saturday pits them against the Medical Services team at Hartham Houston arena. Monday they visit the cadet center, Tuesday at Randolph Field, and Wednesday at Brooks Held.

Texas Aggies San Antonio Army Camps Medical Services School Hartham Houston Arena Aggies Cadet Center Huesday Randolph Field Brooks

Bowling tournament heats ignite at Main Center event

A large bowling meet at Main Center on February 3 drew attention as managers announced new divisions and entry rules. Contestants from Chicago and Camp Grant showed strong early form, with prizes totaling $100. The event, under the American Bowling Congress, plans singles and doubles, with a 82,000 purse noted and anticipated top contenders listed.

Conn's Orders Here Revoked

A checkup revealed orders for Cpl. Billy Conn were revoked and he was redirected to Jefferson Batterks in St. Louis instead of duty at Wright Field Dayton Ohio. The change alters his posting after initially slated transfer to San Antonio Aviation Carrienteros.

Cpl Billy Conn Champion Louis San Antonio Aviation Carrienteros Conn Jefferson Batterks St. Louis Wright Field Dayton Ohio

Williamson Way to Ring Title Engulfed by Boxing Hype

Philadelphia fans anticipate a major boxing card at Convention Hall on Tuesday as Ike Williams meets Bob Montgomery in a bout billed as the path to a light welterweight title. Williams, the Trenton challenger, has climbed the ladder with 32 straight wins and is viewed by experts as a heavy favorite to derail Montgomery, who will attempt to halt Williams momentum in a pivotal clash that could crown the next champion. Promoter Nan Taylor signals a near sellout with tens of thousands expected to attend in a city eager for the sport’s big moment.

Pelg Adelphia Bob Montgomery Robert New York-Peastania Walliams Trenton N. 4 Ron Web i Charlie Jones Reger Ghaip Gammy Angor Stilnias Wilmans Fleinont New York Montgomery Philadelphia Halle Lawn Pohert Lew ‘Tenrler Mottenrerg Johnny Tulehinson Willas Hulchinson Leanenockou Ike Hornan Taylor

Lampmann Cops Golf Sweepstakes Triumph at Brackenridge

Bill Lampman won the weekly Brackenridge Park golf sweepstakes on Sunday February 13 with a strong 78. George Treil tied Mark Wright for third at 78 71 while Idon Beasley posted 77 and Lanair Lindsay and Leroy Tannan shared low gross honors with 75. The field of 31 players prepared to enter the Amateur Open qualifying round, with the Texas Open field to follow.

Bill Lampman Uis Brackenridge Park Idon Beasley George Trrreil Mark Wright Lanair Lindsay Léroy Tannan Har Lindey Akready

Three Cheer! Bullfight Summary in Mexico City

Wale Procuma made his first appearance in the Mexico City bull ring when a bull gored him on Sunday. He was not killed but sustained injuries. other bull indicated a fatal outcome for a different participant. The crowd reacted with enthusiasm as the event progressed.

Mexico City

Buffs Face Jefferson Mustangs In City Series Clash

Tech's Butts hosts Jefferson Mustangs at Contra Catholic High, aiming to prove city series title contention after a 25 23 win over Brackenridge. Mustangs seek four straight, with two more tough league tests after Monday’s 8 p m tip.

Tech Contra Catholic Bracksenridge Oo Fimart Jefferson Mustangs Eally Bufts Mustangs Brackenridge Cagers Jefferson Austin Maroons Cagers Central Catholic Edison Thirtteen Tvo Alamo Sam Houston High School Cherokees Charlotte Cagers Charlotte Peacock Miliary Academy Central Woodlawn Gym

Seven boats capsize in winter regatta at Gerehment Yacht Club

Seven sailing dinghies capsized during the Gerehment Yacht Club winter regatta in Larchmont New York. No injuries reported as boats toppled into cold water in choppy conditions.

Larchmont, W Gerehment Yacht Club

YMCA Leaguers Replace Depot Basketball Team

Athletic Director Joe Ward announced the Ely fle replacement for the depot team after losing most players and dropping out. The remaining three teams will compete with outside clubs, aiming to book games with KRmes. Ward can be reached at G-5221.

Ely Fle Depot M.C. A Jeagur Willcat Joe Ward Krmes

Ice Hockey Weekly Schedule and Results

This week's hockey slate lists games in cities including New York Detroit Chicago Toronto Montreal and Buffalo with notable attendance figures. Highlights mention Detroit at Chicago and New York at Detroit plus other matchups and tentative results across multiple venues.

Beagre Montreal al Boie Toronta al Manteca Chicnes Schurday- Cheaga Toronto Boson

Wright Knocks Out Al Brown in Six Rounds in Panama

Chauky Wright of Los Angeles former featherweight champion scored a six round knockout over Baby Al Brown of the British West Indies in Panama on January 24. Brown was floored in the fourth, failed to answer the bell for the sixth, Wright weighed 131 pounds, Brown 1923-4.

Panama Chauky Wright Los Angeles Baby al Brown Gamaten British West, Indies Brown Wright

Hornsby signs if Texas loop idle

Fort Worth reports Hornsby, general manager, tentative plans for Fort Worth baseball club. He operates a baseball school in war back from Mexico City, and would split duties with Vera Cruz Club. He would not commit to four days a week, proposing four days only if acceptable, and discussed with owners before Texas league meeting.

Fort Worth Hornsby Mexico Catman Ager Teaus League

Scoring Ma Go By Boat In Southwes

Scoring pace dominates the Southwest as Texas, Arkansas, Baylor, and Texas A&M contend for the lead. Texas tops with a 260-point surge across four games, while Baylor, Arkansas, and A&M chase. Conference play heats up with Baylor vs Texas A&M in College Station and Texas facing TCU at Fort Worth. Rice and SMU hover midpack as individual leaders push scoring totals.

Kony Texas Whantas Zeke Chrahinian Ltone Wick Tmas Bigs Baling Wrold Ratlu A. J Arkansa Southern Met Longhorns Althay Baylor Texas A Arkansas Parkers M. U Harinous S. Mi Dullas Rice Mee Worth Dallas Southern ‘Methodist Aceon Corkers Oklahoma A Intee Phimps Rames Oklahoma Bill Nenyy Helly BI Flynt

Heights Mules Open Track Workouts Under Coach Marlin

Alamo Heights Mules begin track and field drills with Virack leading the group at 3000 meters. Coach Irvin Baldy Marlin confirms all prospects will be available and notes plans for a spring schedule including Border Olympics in March and several out of town meets depending on success.

Alamo Heights Irvin Baldy Marlin Weel Marlin Mareh Su ‘Cessn

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