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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1929

Page

20

Promoter Dempsey Aims High In Miami Boxing Plot

New York report outlines promoter Dempsey’s early career in Montrose and Miami. It notes his charitable productions, advisory roles for fighters including Mickey Walker and Joseph Benjamin, and his pursuit of managing Walker with Argyle Finangel's backing. The piece frames Dempsey as a shrewd, restless organizer shaping west coast boxing ventures.

Los Arpeles Josephia Benjamin Mickey Walker Walker

Barnyard Golfers Infield Tug Of War Over Lindstrom And Tax

Fragmented sports notes run through a chaotic wire with Barnyard Golfers and Lindstrom in dispute over a player holdout on cigats and pay. Michigan officials debate officiating while players resist residency rules amid a broader baseball roster discussion in New York.

Lindstrom Terry Cigats Gtar

Fields Dominates McCarthy to Claim Welterweight Crown

Chicago on June 20 Jackie Fields, defending welterweight champion, easily defeated Jack McCarthy in 18 rounds to reaffirm his status and entice promoters to schedule a rematch with Young Jack Thompson. Thompson recently defeated Joe Dundee in a non title bout on the West Coast, keeping Fields in clear contention.

Chicago Jackie Fields Jack Thompson Fields Jack McCarthy Thompson Joe Dundee

Dallas Champions to Visit San Antonio in February

Dallas Junior champions prepared for a two night invitational series in San Antonio. Local officials seek support from public airlines to arrange travel and logistics for the visiting team amid early February plans.

Dallas Ue Public Service Airlinies Antonio Teague Dalian

Griffiths to meet Freas near Chicago

Strangler Lewis, former heavyweight wrestling champion, defends his title in a finish match at the Tippadrome tonight against rival Marin Prestina of Chicago. The card lists Griffitha of Stour City Iowa seeking a challenge with Tilly Grand Staplas of Mich. in Chicago area tonight.

Griffiths Freas Chicago Teery Griffitha Stour City Towa Annte Tilly S.elestina Jen Lewis Marin Prestina

Fragmented OCR tale hints at a tense hall scene

The readable fragments describe a chaotic moment in a hall where crowd reaction, shouting, and a potential incident unfold. Names and clear facts are elusive, but the atmosphere suggests a disrupted event with looming danger and a tense crowd response.

Garcia Hooper Fight Sparks Local Crowd

The Garcia Hooper bout at Beethoven Armory draws fistic fans for a Tuesday card. Veteran Carlos Garcia byes Hooper with power, while Hooper gains ring experience with recent outside bouts. Local promoter Jack Waylor and Julio Moniez tie to the event as Ripple and Macias bowl debut stir public interest.

Harold Scherwitzer Carlos Gareia Eau Srooky Che Gareia-Hooper Hex Sipple St. Louis Bar Mucius Mexico Beethoven Garcia Jacki Waylor Hooper Mooper Auzie Lo Julio Moniez Tack Tistor Montez

Risso Trains to Whip Max in New York Bout

Risfo trains to whip Max in a headline bout in New York as both camps push final preparations for Friday night showdown at Madison Square Garden. The feature includes prefight notes on participants and training, with references to notable boxers and managers and the evolving condition of key fighters.

New York Cleveland Howe Max ©Welling Madison Speare, Garden le Tiny Wimey Ecaie Schaaf Tiv Fint-rived Frank 1 Mirko Lennén Janay de Forest Veturan Bauilee Gue Propritimrs Titueer &. C Aupeevive Sancu Gardey Shore Hieviute Tepetauda We Bt Calorge Tom Wala Penely Lidl Garden City

Panthers and Buttons Set Tuesday Showdown

In a lively prep matchup at St Marys Academy Court, Panthers edged to form after a Saturday rally at St Anthony's College. Panther scorers Furntea and Weatnt led the effort with mid game runs, while referees Johnson and Shearer oversaw the chaotic finish as both teams prepare for Tuesday action.

Sim Adulh Dietiel St. Mary's St. Mary's Academy Court Calinge St Anthony's College St Anthony'z Berd

Stribling Starts Journey to Miami Beach Boxing Match

Stribling begins his trek toward the California bout with Jack Sharkes. He travels with family members and plans a Four-cound exhibition stop before heading to open Sharkey quarters. A Macon fighter tops the celebration as the central figure amid the voyage.

Macos Guy Plendita Mresenty Xowog Minti Jelleh Cal Jack Sharkes Rirbling Wify Jacksonville Fin Stril Nianabh Sharkey Macon Upmiar Ntral

Sunday Baseball Fight Wins But Path's Rough

Mayor Nachuja faces council debate over ordinance on Sunday game licenses in the city. Proposals set a $20.40 fee for park licenses with 40 000 capacity. A councilman cites a New York player and a ten cent general man as sources of alleged charges amid bribe suspicions linked to the Braves.

Posvon Tan Nachuja Consileraon Uigely Council Telia New York

Three Girls' Teams in Academic League Play

Three girls teams compete in the academic league as illustrated by the latest matches. The Alani teagnts Mule fen rence and other squads are noted for close play and notable performances from Edna and Beaekebrge. The contest featured the Hagletees and Suffalettey with standout efforts from L Wewther and Gegtred, highlighting the season’s talent.

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Regents Dingad Triumph: Teaney Upset in Tight Clash

Saveil Nag Soon led by star guard as Rawth Teany defeated Hiline ute Callen Tivoneoy on their home floor. Teaney dominated every stage, outpacing opponents and seizing control throughout the game to secure a decisive win.

Fang Teuchera College Lya Ds

Fitzsimmons Defeats Hunt In Ten Round Decision

WICHIA Kan Jan 29. Fitzsimmons defeated Hunt by a majority decision after ten rounds. The Texan outweighed Hunt early and controlled the action with Venteong Sefte de Jandel and solid offense. Hunt weighed 193 pounds. Fitzsimmons weighed 0. The bout was a newcomer decision in a scheduled ten rounds.

Wichia Kan CPI Torus Opora Saube Tyas Cancer Witz Ole Texan Wenteong Lex Statey Pollock Dodge Coty. Kon

Rugby Hurts Golfer Out Of Both Games

A fragmented report notes a rugby incident affecting a golfer who was unable to play in two games. It mentions sparing details about teams, locations, and players, with unclear names and places.

Schreiner Quintet Faces Busy Program

Schreiner Institute basketball schedule shows four home games this week then four away next week. Games include Edinburg Junior College and South Texas Teachers College on January 20 21 and 22 with two games in a row at home and away. February 8 9 and 11 12 feature Montane opponents.

Kerryalle Gimes Scheiule Schreiner Institute Edinburg Junior College South Texas Schreiner Mountainpera Edinburg Wdialarganil Tebruary Meatu Wincers

Twain Goalers Rally In Two Matches At Home

Twain Goalers defeated Chis Te sud Goyame 14 1 at Sted Tatanizy court and edged Cornahan 20 0 with a key late shot. Team lineup lists Abeo Gartella Grounds Daran Wutler Mosaholl Moore Carnahan Wartung Chapa Morcis and subs. Ames listing includes Dismukes Kae dos Hrawn Young Cox Sierntidl Tindd. Referee Uenny Atricklund officiated.

Mark Ein Mosaholl Moore Carnahan Wartung Guuedy Chapa Morcis Subslava Emeron Grosmuck Davis Mecquann Daliniy Sundera Xuaedls Holl Hawe Walling Cubs Pruins Ames'iy Dismukes Foswerds

Micks and Badgers Pick Soldier Field

Madison Wis January 21 The Notre Dame Wisconsin football clash was set for October 26 at Soldier Field. Plans had called for a Chicago stadium but Notre Dame pageantry delayed the move with Wisconsin seeking a neutral venue.

MICKS Badgers Soldier Field

Wales' Aide Leaves for California Polo

Palm Geagh hears that Major Alexander Metenif will accompany the Prince of Wales on a polo tour to California. The group includes well known polo players Sanford and Winkton Guort, part of the national polo team, scheduled to depart today for the voyage.

Wales Aide California Alexander Metenif Prince of Wales Yeatertay Dok Monte Eadie" Sanford Winkton Guort Gntornional

Gilbert and Murphy to Meet at Luling

Gilb ert and Murphy scheduled a Thursday night basketball show in Luling as part of a Paris Texas light sailer event. The article mentions other teams and dates but is garbled. readers should note the planned pairing of Gilbert and Murphy and the February 22 game reference amid a local sports lineup.

Kid Gilbert Auanon Paw Luling Sailar Orephy Paris Texam

Death Claims Turfman Of 104 At Oriental Park

Jan 28 at Oriental Park a long career ended for jockey Tom Choek aged 10. He collapsed from a heart condition after a race in which his horse Bashi finished second. Doctors believe heart trouble caused his death and he refused hospital care preferring to return to the stables with his horse.

Iqavana Xara Hoy Tom (Voy Choek Ghoek Ceen Bashi Onishap Oriental Park Howe

Terris Booms in Round Six at St Nicholag

International News Service reports in New York that Sid Tevvie contender Terris scored a sixth round knockout over Bobo Wer man in Sacramento Calif. The punch delivered a solid right to the jaw, ending the bout and extending Terris’ record. Herman, once knocked out by Percig in Cleveland, remained a past opponent reference in coverage.

Aly International News Service New York Jac Satthiul Sid Tevvie Pervilien Canvarkisser New Yorker

Mrs Stephenson Leads Low Net In Weekly Golf Tourney

Mrs Stephenson posted a low net score in the weekly Hansdfeng tourney at the ln Uowntry club course Monday afternoon. G G Chipman and Richard Friedriehy paired for runner up honors, while Willow Springs will host next week's event as the new association begins its season.

Antonig Wonen Golf Assne Hien Ln Uowntry GL. Stephensom Mig Tuichard Friedriehy G. G. Chipman Nowark Willow Springs Fane

Turkish wrestler dies in accident during road trip

A Turkish wrestler known as The Terrible Turk died when his car overturned in an accident near Los Angeles while en route to a match between Pat Shocker and Casey Birger. The inebriated fighter had previously defeated Renate Gardini in three minutes and brought attention in mat circles.

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Brice Tops Amateur Golf Field in Miami Qualifier

Brice led a 127 player amateur field in the Miami qualifier, securing his second victory of the week. The event saw strong performances from Curtis and LaGoree, with Brice finishing just ahead as the leaderboard tightened near the end.

BRICE Finrcourt Prvateurd Miami Curtis Amatinr Neaz Fernaun

San Antonio Open Horseshow Championship Planned

The San Antonio Light reports tentative dates for the San Antonio open horseshow championship to be held March 1 and 2, in Travis Park or Drackenidya Park. Winners gain eligibility for the state open. Local residents and students are urged to enter this city championship with many events and teams from Fort Worth and beyond expected to compete.

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