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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1915

Page

9

Willard Returns to Training for World Heavyweight Bout

The article reports on Willard opening his training camp for the heavyweight championship showdown next March. It notes rival Tack Tomson and Willard as top contenders, discusses financials including a $40,900 purse plus $2,000 training expenses and $32,000 total costs, and mentions Curley’s firm stance and the Villa family’s involvement in El Paso Juarez.

Iearriur Duaree Tack Tomson Presente Tees Willard Rome Tack Curley Fehl Og Hess Villa Mexico Curey Curley Faye el Paso Juarez Mirren Movutity Willure Thei Hing Ton Jones Hig Pranaker Ae Inn Willard Curtey Keving Guare Toba Ute Experien Joe Valdavine Yor Jones Ganz Nyekns Jones Thi Negro Fitzsimmons

Fragmented historical letter hints at Mexican border matters

A damaged OCR reveals a dated 1914 letter from C Juarez Mexico to an American contact in Paso del Norte, discussing permissions, public notices, and personal assurances. The misspelled text mentions political events, legal conditions, and a promise of an official letter from Gen. Peshetara Ville, with hopes for cordial welcomes across the border.

C. Juarez Jick Aurles Hatel Mexica Aml Mae Peshetara Ville

Lancaster Team Defeats Mener Quintet In Close Contest

Lancaster high school juniors led by Hubert Wedge newcomer to Business Boys Class and Walter Janert edged William Mener’s squad 174 to 18 in a high scoring Monday night game. Wedge scored four field goals and a pair of two point shots, while Janert added four field goals and two free throws in a standout performance. Harald Wilcox paced Pieper’s team with five field goals and one foul for 13 points. Alvin Icke Frank derhen and others contributed on offense and defense as the youthful lineup displayed rapid ball movement and aggressive play. Referee George Wheeies administered the game played over 19 minutes per half.

Arthur Lancaster William Mener Hubert Wedge Business Boys Wedge Walter Janert Harald Wilcox Pieper Overine Alvin Icke Frank Derhen Gildemeister Haleck Schonberg Ie-Mps Janesster P Wedzepen Wileos Lavegster Tee Janertegebaec Brnen Moksan Sehoenterg Gildemelstur Maleek-Pleper George Wheeies

Postlewaite's squad routs Teitel's clan 20 to 4 at T MSC

Mark Postlewaite's basketball team overwhelmed Lee Teitel's side 20 to 4 in a one sided afternoon game at the T MSC. Norris Stewart scored ten points on five field goals, while Postlewaite added three field goals. Evans and Beitel led the losers with a single field goal each and Beitel added a foul shot.

Mark Postlewaite Lee Teitel T. Msc Norris Stewart Postlewaite Evans Beitel Leonard Scales Sycee Barr Dunning-Kuhesseseees Pustlewaite

SwAll field in sunny South shoot Swall field in sunny South

Holston Texas hosts a four month classic opening with dry weather as a 200-yard amateur program starts. Notables include Harry Athanlie of Halleton leading with 2930 points, Frank M. Fawn voting second at 187, and Harvey Dixon of Brooklyn Minn tying with 180 as top amateurs compete.

Holston Tex Ustombry Sly Wofesstmais Harry Athenlie Halleton Besk Frank M. Fawn Minthe Oklahoma Harvey Dixon Missouri Bosley Dalkie Billy Hoon Jewel Junction Whatehear John Livingston Springvile Ala E. W. Try Graham Texas Young and Jacks Jidge Phatessiinah Marvedie Homstan Uate Troustan Hook Winite Ocherena Selo Artis Monsey

Huston and Ruppert Installment Payment Details

Fragmentary report from New York indicates Huston and Ruppert paid one installment amid shifts in ownership and management. References mention stock, cash, and delivery talks involving Frame, Marrey, and Mr. Farrell. The piece notes unconfirmed signings and ongoing negotiations with William Donovan and other figures in the new venture.

New York Tata Ta. Don Farrell William Donovan Coynercy Amy Caliayelt Poekinpugh

Virginia dog wins at Richmond kennel derby race

An ailing fragment reports a dog racing event in Richmond Virginia where a dog named Commission with owner J D Shepperd of Grand Forks North Carolina led heats and earned several points, while another dog named Toby or Warry posted strong finishes.

Toby Wise Kenne Richmond Harry J. D. Shepperd Grand Forks N. C Dienehip Virginia Warry John Procter ALL Curtis of Bellon

Shorthorns Triumph Over Baile Academy in Baylor Classic

SAX MARCOS, Tex. Jan 26 Shorthorns from the University of Tess January Baptist Academy defeated Baile Academy 23 to 10. The Baptist lineup faced strong defense led by center Thurvis Smith and guard Pant. The Marist team showed steady scoring as Hatmurky’s forwards contributed, with Wrayats shutting down rivals in a hard fought contest.

Baile Academy Basket SAX Marcos Tex University of Tess Janu the Baptist Academy L Marist Baptist JaAcadewy Wrayats Oriing Hatmurky

Charley White Illness Delays Madison Square Garden Bout

Charley White becomes ill causing the postponed ten round fight at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night. Freddie Welsh was to be the opponent with Meriblie Welsh in the band. The event is indefinitely postponed as White’s condition prevents the bout.

Pep Ammegeite Meriblie Welsh Freddie Welsh Madison Square Garden Willie

Akens and Ots Win Over Samscos in Tenpin Event

In opening contests of the event, Akens and Ots led with strong showings, posting high scores. Notable performances included several standout marks, with captains and anchors contributing to team totals as the competition began.

Akens & Ots Samscos

St Louis College Forfeits After No-Show by Local High School

In a domestic league match the St Louis College team were awarded the win after the High School failed to appear for the scheduled 3:00 PM contest. The college team waited until after 5:00 PM before forfeiting.

St. Louis College St. Louis Mamday St. Louie

Cyclones Triumph Amid Unclear City League Update

A battered report shows the Cyclones winning a game with a final score 462 to 272 amid scattered player mentions such as Wavchou and Hong Tov. The text contains numerous garbled strings and unclear team names, making precise details difficult to extract.

Lisanne Moudiy Hong Tov Fe Bagel Secon

Johnson Seeks Heavyweight Title Clash at Barbardes

Fragmentary report indicates Michael Johnson and Witlid in talks for a heavyweight championship at a venue in Barbaren, with mentions of travel routes and promoters. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.

Wittard Ahreads Tong Paso Ver Jan Michaek Johnsoin Barbardes Aniish Inilies Naet Tnaven Mex Rel Wes Hultte Witlid Merk Ty

Sunday School Teams to Battle Tonight

Sunday School basketball double header in the Xomi weekly league features the Calvary Baptist Teammates and Beaver Baptists in the American League contest at 8 sharp. The National League match pits Wins Presbyterians against Gani Christians with CRSA and Presbyterian teams each listing three runs.

Xomi Calezry Hiegdors Baptiste Direc Gues Conte CRSA

FEDS TO FORM MINORS Mite Prelimity Stops

Fragmented OCR text describes federal plans to form a minor league system with a meeting near Saturday. It mentions Chicago and league officials, with unclear wording and potential placeholders, reflecting an early stage outline of a federal minor baseball initiative.

Federal Lease Five Weeks On A Bill Wehrmundze

Federal League report notes five week period on a plan termed the Bln Wehrmundze. President Aames Agimere spoke Monday night and declined to provide detailed information.

Pia Federal League Aames Agimere Ite Detaline

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