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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1907
Page
3
An eye specialty ad promotes correcting birth eye issues with glasses to improve vision, comfort, and appearance. The message claims low prices and highlights ongoing service at the same NAME AND LOCATION, 242 West Commerce Street opposite St Marys Street.
Connnie Mac of the Athletics begins talks with the New York Americans to trade or sell Rube Waddell to that club. Waddell faced an accusation of intentional misplaying against Detroit recently, heightening the deal’s stakes. Joe Gans seeks Welson Britt or any opponent, Miles of the St Louis team leads American hitters with a .461 mark, Flick of Cleveland stands second at .239, J Frank Isbell may end his run as a major leaguer and move to a minor league manager role.
Baldus secured two victories as the St Joseph banquet hosts a bowlers gathering forming a new league. The event included a toast with "The Light" and featured key plays by Hardét Smith Short Short Gordon, plus sacrifices by Smith Baird and Strick out by Trchardson 4, Jenkins 4. Dage on balls credited to Jenkins 9. Dee credited with a batter hit. Timpat game noted at 1 25. Umpire Schuster.
Spectators witnessed two stellar bowling matches between Baldus and Tolle. Baldus led with 320 and 814 in the two games while teammates and rivals posted notable scores, including five pin falls and multiple 9s. Frachel and Dietzel starred, with Schaefer delivering steady play for the youngsters.
Team changes see La Rocque out on a scout mission as branch officials seek two fast men. McMurray benched for disobedience while Newnam to captain in his absence with Griges catching and a new catcher expected tomorrow. Rumors of dissension swirl as transfers and roster moves unfold ahead of Galveston trip and Sand Crabs support from local management.
The piece details a bowling night with strong individual performances and team totals, naming Baldus, Baldus captain, Schuder and others. It notes a 40-bowler banquet at East Commerce street hall, discusses next league plans to form six clubs, and praises The Light for city publicity. Totals and player names appear in a readably dense list.
A colorful game report details Harris leading a high velocity Texas baseball matchup amid chaotic play by Leidy and graded by sharp fielding. Scores include San Antonio 3, Houston 6, Dallas 7, with Galveston 2 noted, and mentions of Buck Harris, Pat, Art Griggs, Speaker, and Leidy delivering key moments and sensational catches. The narrative blends vivid action with late innings fireworks as the Buffalo Bayou region sees dramatic hits and defensive plays.
Waco Texas June 12. Navigators lose as Belk pitchers hold hits in check. Temple 108 000 000 75. McFarland White Sommers Fish. Figures show a damp, error prone day with strong fielding and timely hits.
The Light invites amateur teams to submit game scores for printing. Score cards are available from the sporting editor. fill blanks and return to the office by 9:30 the morning after games are played.
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