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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1939

Page

5

Boxing Suspensions Highlight Texas List of 172 Names

Harold Scherwitz discusses the Texas labor bureau list of 172 suspended boxers with 17 wrestlers and other officials. He notes many suspensions mirror national actions, questions why so many active fighters remain listed, and cites discipline and financial issues as common causes, naming Johnny Kramer and promoter figures amid broad concerns.

Bureau of Labor Statistics Austin Texas Commission Control

Jester’s Pet Peeve and a Fragmented Fan Letter

A fan letter praises a sports column style, notes a missed Texas league all star game, and thanks several locals including Jummiie DLucerelli, Johnnie Hopp, Hickie Cullop, Hallie Epps, and Donnie Kennedy. It mocks radio announcers and remarks on naming quirks and first names in a game box score.

Sle Jummiie Dlucerelli Johnnie Hopp Hickie Cullop Hallie Epps Ari Donnie Kennedy Riilers Manny Bobbie Haroldie Ermynsuche River Without Vsilir Sigquet Robert G Baucom First Raplat Church Soul

Houston plans days for each baseball player

A local plan proposes special days for every player on the team to honor them at games in Houston. Critics worry the idea panders to fans and could favor a single night or roster-wide celebration over individual acknowledgments.

Mousten Stouston Jase Alt Totes Elf Ness Fred Ankenman Houston Do Press

Uvalde Dr. Peppers Defeat Port Clark Machine

Uvalde Dr. Peppers edge Port Clark Machine Gunners 4 to 4 in a late ninth inning rally. Rogers, Ander, Gibbens, Holbrone and Redrigiez are noted among contributing players in a tense coastal league game played in Uvalde on July 20.

Uvalde Rusine Uvalde Dr. Peppers Port Clark

Trans-Miss Golfers Face Two Rounds in Denver Tournament

Colorado Springs report on the Trans-Mississippi golf event with two Denver rounds. Players like Rufus King and Ed Kingsley compete on Broadmoor’s high altitude course, facing 451-yard par 4 No. 12 and pond hazards as quarterfinals approach after a 17-hole first round.

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Brackenridge Park Women’s Golf Winners and Seguin Plans

In Brackenridge Park the Women’s Golf Association weekly handicap tourney saw Mrs. J Lee Wilson and Mrs Ferguson tied for first with net 20s. Wilson carded gross 84 with a four handicap while Ferguson posted net 80 with seven handicap. Seguin Women’s Golf Association plans a trip to Luling on August 1 as part of its club growth, with Mrs Jesse Willuns winning a nine hole net 38 and Mrs Chusta Blumberg second at 60-20-40.

J. Lee Wilson Ferguson Brackenridge Park Seguin Seguin Women's Golf Association Luling Luling Women's Giif Association Jesse Willuns Seguin Mnaterial Chusta Blumberg Lalla Starcke

Crawford Wins Narrow Victory in Brookline Tennis Clash

In Brookline Massachusetts July action Crawford advances to meet Gardnar Mulloy after a tough 6 2 5 7 7 5 win over Johnny Doeg Rumeau K T. The event also sees Adrain Frunze Viney and Gene Mako in contention as quarterfinals and semis unfold across the men's and women's draws with top players like Helen Pedersen and Mary Arnold advancing.

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Softballers and Tennis Stars Across Cities and States

Results span softball and tennis events with players such as Anzetes Jielen Bernhard and Katherine Winthrop among others. Notable mentions include Marianist softball champions at St Mary’s, and Charles City area clubs hosting junior and school league matches with multiple teams and players named.

September Club Tennis Set in San Antonio Tourney

The Southwestern tennis tourney will be held in San Antonio at the Country Club courts in early September. Joe Kaufman, the club pro, said dates aren’t fixed yet as top Texas players return from summer circuits. Four divisions will grip singles and doubles with potential girls division if enough entries come in. defending champion Jesse Pfeiffer seeks a fourth title in men’s singles.

San Antonio Joe Kaifman Texas Kaufmen Jesse Pfeiffer Antonio Qaany

Redskins Hire Dee Mauro as Assistant Trainer

Spokane Washington July 26 Dee Mauro known for the walking home from games record was signed by Coach Ray Flaherty as assistant trainer for the Washington Redskins pro football team.

Spokane Wash Aisy Dee") Mauro Ray Flaherty Washington Redskins

S. A. Horse Owner Still Under Ban

Rene A. Coward of San Antonio remains suspended at Buffal o Downs after stewards referred his case to the state racing commission. His horse Be Tabbers won the Hannah Dustin handicap worth $6000 added, after a previous Monday effort in an allowance race where he finished far back.

Hoston Rene A. Coward San Antonio

South Winner in ETEX Game Sparks East Texas League Duel

Longview July 20 1917 Southern Revel Marlers shut out Northern Yankees 5 to 0 in a high profile ETEX league clash. Bill Roberson of Tyler earned the win after a string of innings with seven hits allowed and one run scored by the Rewels, who claimed the victory.

Longview Revel Marlers Yankees Bulleb Bill Roberson Tyler

Blues Lose In All Star Showdown in Kansas City

Kansas City Blues were routed 19 to 7 by the All Stars in the sixth annual all star game. Ramate pitched, getting the win and setting a large attendance record of 19,521. The Stars built a nine run lead by the second inning and dominated the contest throughout.

Kansas City Baseball Fester Tighta Havig Kansas City Blues Kepin Ring Thiry

Purses Raised at Havre de Grace Fall Meet

Maryland Racing Commission notified by Racing Secretary Charles J. McLannan that purses at Havre de Grace will be increased by 310,000 for the fall meet opening September 1. The move promises higher stakes for races at the Havre de Grace track in the upcoming season.

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Amateur Ball Challenge Friended by San Antonio Gints

Strong amateur teams in San Antonio have been challenged by the Fredericksburg Gints for a game Sunday July 3, per Edgar Marshall club secretary. Contact 44 W Fredericksburg for details. Chefants meet Prospect Hill Merchants Sunday. Reliable Batterson seeks a Sunday doubleheader and fall schedule. The Guadalhipe Azbar proeblee ab Soo Pridnga, AL Antieny's and Asure will be an important ancaling afer Ube geune.

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