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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1930

Page

16

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Dallas July 17. Grover Cleveland Alexander, the eleven pitcher, asked for a comeback with the Dallas baseball club after long service in the majors. Club owner Tarleton planned to decide tonight after suspending him for breaking training. Alexander sought reinstatement and strict training to earn another chance.

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Four Women Compete for Western Golf Title

GHIcaGco July 17. The Women's Western Golf Championship final will be played tomorrow. Veteran player Mrs. Tee Midna faces Mrs. Mélvin Jones in the upper bracket final. Rose Nelson and others vie for the chance to represent the region.

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Oklahoma City Chief Seeks League Clarification

A brief sports item notes Oklahoma City club seeking clarity from the Westen League officials on schedule and eligibility rules. No dates or names provided due to fragmented OCR text.

Frost Triumphs in City Welter Title Card

Frost, a Brackenridge High School coach, earned the city welterweight crown after his scheduled foe Jake O'Donnell forfeited for not appearing on Bob Warren's card at Garrett Field. Eddie Lopez stepped in for a three round exhibition. The program featured Tommy Mahavler stopping Saunders, a Williams Herrera draw, Trossman decision over Nugent, Duffy Deaton two out of three wins, and a large crowd of about 2000 attending.

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Merino Beats Cromwell In Kelly Field Bout

Merino defeated Mickey Cromwell in the six round main event at Hellyfield on Wednesday night, gaining the upper hand by knockout in the second round. Semiswindup Earl Broussard fought to a draw with Battling Torford, while Big Boy Scoofina fell to Red Docking in the third round on a foul. Bert Cotter suffered a severe cut and lost to Kid Howard by technical knockout in eight stitches. A four round draw matched Kid Kellen and Kid Proctar in a prelim.

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Clark and Firpo headline Continental boxing card

Youthful heavyweight Clark meets Newsboy Firpo in a three round main event at the Continental Athletic Club on Thursday night. Semi windop features Roy Fuentee versus Mike Herre with Santiago Azzarella Pashto and Blackie Pais on the card. Other bouts include Pancho Villa versus Roberts and Teo Ledezmayr with Chon Garza and Fede Chavera. Exhibition by Wet Carter closes the main action with Brooks Hooper Kid Gilbert and Kid Tencho as judges and Terry Young ref.

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Delaney to Fight Jackson at B M A C

After weeks away, promoter Tom Shelton announced Bobby Jackson vs Delaney in a 1 round main event at the Beethover Hall Open Air Arena for the Business Men's Athletic Club card next Tuesday night. Possible second bout with Tack Matlock and champ Clark teased as a double windup.

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Fight Results From New York and Tacoma

Johnny Ruffalo outpointed Tela Mayk in New York with a clear decision. Lomeki Aberieen knocked out Harry Dillon in Tacoma, stopping the Winnipeg challenger. The bouts showcased sharp boxing and decisive finishes.

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Londos Defeats Steele In Long Mat Title Defense

In Philadelphia at the Phillie ballpark on July 17 Jim Londos, world wrestling champion, retained his title by defeating Ray Steele of California after a gruelling one hour, four minutes, and three seconds. A Japanese toehold and flying mare move contributed to Steele losing strength before quitting.

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Pecille Gold League Sees 57 822 Attendances

In Los Angeles on July 17 the Pecille Gold league reported 57 822 paid admissions during the first half of the 1930 season. President Blarry A. Williams announced the figure, placing it near the 1020 attendance milestone for a full season, just under two million.

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Night Game Goes 19 Innings in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma Citys West team edged a 4-3 victory in a 19 inning game. George Leaman and Jones pitched for OKC with nine hits allowed combined. The long contest ended after midnight with both sides held scoreless from the fourth inning onward. Philadelphia Phillies released pitcher Byron Speece unconditionally after drafting him from Indianapolis.

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