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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1915
Page
9
Experts favor Jess Willard in a predicted match with Muldoon and Johnson, noting Willard’s proven power and the betting tensions around promoter costs. The piece cites claims of substantial sums paid and the unlikely chance of fans earning from the bout while praising Willard’s durability and boxing prominence.
A chaotic boxing column surveys Willard versus Jeffries era talk, noting Willard’s camp tensions and rival forecast by James J. Corbett. It references Johnson, Corbett’s failed Reno bid, and so-called dope predictions shaping public mood.
Fragmented excerpt reports Colonel Ruppert denying ownership of the Yankees while asserting associates still own the New York American League club. The note cites a Chicago claim and mentions a planned Saturday stock closing as a milestone, with unclear names and garbled phrases surrounding the deal.
Readers see a long listing of New York shooting and interclub events at Travers Island from April 10 to May. The meet includes 200 targets per day, a five-trophy prelim for five events, amateur champion trophies, and a unique five-man interclub team race decided by the five highest scores from club members. Teammates from Philadelphia Boston Wilmington and Chicago are expected to compete, with gold medals and special prizes, plus extended clubhouse access.
The executive committee plans a 21 day tour for a Pacific coast swimming team to meet Intercollegiate rivals in Chicago and on the east coast. Captain Lady Langer leads a strong squad including Ernie Smith and Duke Kehanamoku as they face dual meets, with stops in Salt Lake City and Denver and potential bouts with Penn, Harvard, and Pitt.
Chicago January 25 representatives from organized ball and the Federal League await Judge Landis decision on a prayer for an injunction. The ruling could settle the pending charges against players and set the make up of teams before training camps. A decision is expected soon, with trials possible within a month if relief is denied.
Fragmentary notes indicate fluctuating pants prices at seven to ten dollars with market speculation. Mentions awaited figures and a room name referenced as Pathe Room 42 Movre Uelldhie. Details are unclear and lack full context.
Lone Atbmet reports grand heavyweight bout ambition as Ouie Albert aims to fight Mandot. Manager Smith notes plans with Phil Jack Bolton on tentative date in New Orleans. Albert, backed by Waugh, may accept offers from Fort Worth promoter Dolby Wangt as talks continue.
The Aero Club of America announces a S000 trophy valued at 3000 dollars and five purses of 1000 dollars each for competition between army and navy aviators. The annual winner’s name to be engraved on the trophy, plus an annual purse of 1990 dollars. The contest will use specified aircraft and pilots to compete for the prize.
The schedule lists multiple age groups and leagues with times from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on various days. Matches feature teams such as Beitel's, Postinatte's, Bears, Tigers, and Hall versus Logan, across Senior, Junior, Intermedial, and Basket Ball leagues.
Reports from Hot Springs describe the Pirates teased by Williamsport Park crowds and preparing for spring training. Details include player statuses, roster guesses, and notes on pitchers, batters, and management ambitions as the team eyes a strong 1904 season. The piece mentions Charlie and other named players, plus speculation about city settings and forthcoming exhibition games.
A disjointed sports column previews boxing matchups and weight class rumors. It notes Juan Kilbane and Kid Williams as anticipated participants, discusses possible bout weights around 132 pounds, and questions Bantamweight limits while speculating on title implications and match outcomes.
Jan 23 Austin Pythian Temple moves toward formal organization under the Fraternal orders. Tes Mrs Tah Fo ion of San Antonio assists the deputy to institute events next Tuesday night at the new Rij P Mal site. Members will elect and install officers after ceremonies.
Walter B. Davis Travis county farm demonstrator purchased thirty dozens rag doll seed testers with instructions for testing cloths and aging them. He plans to distribute to farm demonstrators in his corn and cotton club across the county to stress proper seed selection ahead of planting. The effort reflects growing emphasis by the Federal government on seed quality.
Philadelphia hosts a scheduled bout between Kilbane and Williams as part of a feisty boxing card. The event, tied to local championship stakes, aims to crown a new featherweight or bantamweight victor. Police and officials prepare for crowd control and betting oversight ahead of a February date.
Third Field Artillery won a fast polo contest at Fort San Ionston Sunday afternoon. Captain Tenpessy and Lieutenant Mroowne led the artillery squad, with McMulan and the Meadowbrooks providing scoring and defense as the team defeated Civilian troops by a decisive margin. A rematch is set for next Wednesday according to the program.
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