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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1941

Page

7

Arrest Track Starter in New York for Gun Possession

NEW YORK July 12 Jack Edward Brown coach of the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute track team was arrested today for possessing a gun described as a toy with a sealed muzzle and no license. The magistrate questioned him about the weapon claiming it could start riots. Brown said it was harmless and only used to start rings, and claimed to be the first in New York City arrested under the amended trestments act forbidding firing or possessing firearms without a permit.

New York Jack Edward Brown Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute Vincent Sweehey Brown New York City

DiMaggio Extends Hit Streak Amid AL Batting Chase

In New York on July 12, the AL batting race shows Jeff Heath dropping to .366 as Roy Cullenbine rises to .? and Joe DiMaggio in hot pursuit with a 50 game hitting streak and 12 safeties in five games. The slate also highlights Ted Williams of the Red Sox, Tris Speaker-era marks, and shifting standings among Browns, Tigers, and Senators as Detroit pitchers maintain control.

New York Jeff Heath Cleveland Indians Roy Cullenbine St. Louis Browns Yankees Joe DiMaggio Ted Willems Boston Red Box Pete Reiser Brooklyn Johnny Mize St. Louis Winns Detroitgers Duck Neweons Stright Helion Dodgers Staughby Cardinals Tresser Slaughter Reiser Walwinal Lrague Bat Reiner Tradlyn Mike Cooney Loongett Rlcteher Piltebureh Brown Einer F. McCormatck Slaughtec Teouls Weker Bloare Keston Anil Vache Fitlaburgh Omerind Ott Camtitl Dimanelo

Ghezzi Crushes Hin and Mangrum in Semi finals

In Denver the PGA Championship semifinals saw Lloyd Mangrum of Monterey Park California face Vic Ghoen of Deal New Jersey while Danaid Nelson and Ben Hogan vie for a title shot. Nelson dominated Hogan 2 up over 44 holes as Mangrum matched Nelson later. Ghezzi, a tour veteran, defeated Hines in four matches to reach the final stages. The event features top players like Mangrum Nelson Hogan and Shute with Nelson the defending champion in a 16 hole match that showcased tight play and steady putting.

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Record of AAU Swimming Meet Highlights and Finals

Dallas July events feature multiple swimming records and notable performances. Nelson and Hogan duel in golf interludes, while Saunzen presses in two matches. Tennessee American Association finals spotlight Monshin and Middlecotf with team and individual honors, plus junior champions from Columbus and Madison areas.

Pressure Off Now DiMag Admits

Yankee slugger Joe DiMaggio says the pressure is off after a long hitting streak. He notes his confidence returning, aims to top his 56 game run, and credits teammates and pitchers while discussing recent form and future goals. He expects the bite of the slump to end soon and previews continued pace.

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Substitute Walker Cup Match Suggested in War Year

In Spokane on July 12 the story suggests a substitute Walker Cup match between public links players and Matton aviateur quarter finalists as the war halts the traditional Walker Cup. The piece recalls the famed St Andrews clash and quotes Joe Dickson on wartime disruption and the proposed substitute event ahead of next week’s quarter finals.

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Fight Results By The Associated Press 1841 Night

Cleveland bully Boone defeated Pony Gall in Morristown in a 7 round bout. Notroist world heavyweight champion slaps Jimmy Robinson in Philadelphia. Mel Rowell entertains Mall VOM in Texas. Teddy Walnon stopped by Teddy Walnon in Newark. Penalty for unclear fragments limits full clarity.

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Wins Western Junior Jeanne Cline Makes Grade

Jeanne Cline won the Western Junior title at the Bloomington Country Club, defeating Dorothy Campbell of St Louis. Cline, who will be 18 next year, plans to age out of the event as she dominated the field this year.

Jeanne Cline Dorothy Campbell St. *Lails Bloomington Cline

DiMaggio Streak Tops New York Powerhouse Play

In a vintage display, Joe DiMaggio led the New York Yankees to a surge with a half-century chase, belting 36 runs, 20 homers, and driving a 31 straight win pace as the club surged in the American League. The Dodgers crushed the Reds 12-2 while Boston’s Red Sox and White Sox won, and Detroit’s mound duel yielded a 2-1 Red Sox win.

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Evelyn Moore Wins Cook County Open Women’s Golf Title

Chicago reports Evelyn Moore of Navajo Fields Golf Club reclaiming the women’s Cook County Open title with Elaine Sorensen of Twila Grebards close behind. The event notes include multiple player performances, defensive plays, and attendance figures, with detailed scoring and substitutions recorded for the 28-hole course.

Chicago Evelyn Moore Navajo Fields Golf Club Cook County Elaine Sorensen Twila Grebards

American League Finlayts Rewalls Chicago and Washington

Erratic score report shows Chicago 3 Washington 4 and Detroit 2. Yeaton tallies six for New York and St Louis game schedule appears incomplete with June dates missing.

National League TehiRy Renal Howton 7

Brooklyn 92, Chichinat 2. Only games scheduled.

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14 321 Fans Out for Pepper Martin Night

In San Francisco on July 12 Pepper Martin night drew 14 321 fans, an all time attendance record, as the Solons celebrated their first victory in five starts. San Diego led by Paul West scored 4 2 in the seven frame win, with Alyete powering the innings.

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Unclear Teams and Venues From OCR Listing

Fragmentary OCR lists scattered teams and cities such as San Antonio Fort Worth Philadelphia New York Cleveland and Chicago with odd spellings. The excerpt appears to outline matchups and locations in the Aavilzan League but contains many garbled names and no coherent event details.

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