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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1944

Page

8

Layden Joins College All Stars Roster for Evanston Game

Lieutenant Pete Layden former Texas fullback joins the college all stars to meet the Chicagoans at Dyehe Stadium Evanston on August 30. Layden from Dallas Texas is in the Army Air Corps stationed at Randolph Field his standout running earned him top back honors in the Southwest Conference in 1947 and 1941.

Wie Layden Chicago Pete Layden University of Texas Footballeam Allsstars

Smash Qets Nod Oakland Shove In Grueling Bout

Gatif July 26 report says Jack Chase of Walsonburg Cola shoved Paul Lewis of Oakland, a 160 pound welterweight, to win a decision in a grueling bout at Oakland Wednesday night.

Oakland Gatif Jack Chase Walsonburg Cola Paul Lewis

Brooke Cagers to play five game series in Mexico

The Brooke General Hospital Medicos announce a five game series in Mexico City against Los Transmisiones. Captain Alborn confirms travel July 26 with a veteran traveling squad featuring six holdovers from last season and two newcomers. Practice began six weeks ago as plans firmed for the trip.

Brooke General Hospital Imedient Service Sthoo Mexico City Los Transmisiones GL. Anecora Medicos Mexico Albcorn Sara Antonio Ulpab Jlme Medico Alborn Charley Broadway Hay Olsen Carl Willard Randall Sutzic Dilford Fair Loman Suel Whitey Hartmann Lloyd Bite Hart Whann

Race trainer Sam Greenfield dies at 54 in New York

Thomas Greenfield, a veteran race horse trainer born in New York, died yesterday at his home. He started as a jockey at age 12 and became a trainer 12 years later, training horses at tracks in New York, Baltimore and Florida.

Dean New York Sam Fel Thomas Greenfield New York Baltimore Florida

The Glass Castle of St Suzanne Reveals Glass Walls

The Ginsy Castle of St Suzanne born Le Mans Peance displays vitrified walls with a glass-like surface. Knocks trigger bell sounds as if the vast fortress rings a single melody. Built in the 17th century it was used to sound alarms before invasions. Tomorrow celebrates the First American Prohibition Agent.

Roday St. Suzanne le Mans Peance St.Suzanne

City softball league play heats up with playoffs in sight

Disjointed report outlines results and schedules from local softball leagues and Fort Sam Houston events. Mentions teams such as Ramblers Blue Hounds and Rice, upcoming games at San Belvo park, and USO championship progress with players like Racky Hyatt and Tasnet noted in brief.

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Jug and Byron Hot in Utah Open Golf Action

In Utah the Utah Open tees off Friday with Byson Nelson and Hereld Jug Megpadon leading after practice rounds. Nelson tied for par with a 61 while Jug shot 61, missing a chance to tie the course record. Defending champ George Setmneiter posted a 67-145 in Spokane as seventeen professionals play alongside amateurs for prizes.

Byson Nelson Hereld “Jug Megpadon McSpaden Nelson Nic Jug Mueduse George Setmneiter Rocky Mountain F.G. A. Journay Spokane Wash Prommateur Himey

Bulldog Turner Cleared for Service Despite Uncertain Return

Lubbock July 20 Bulldog Turner passed his pre induction physical examination and hoped to play until he was able to report to Abilene for service. He commented on his readiness and intention to join the force.

Lubbock Olside WaMowal Abilene Mwalh Can Turner Bald Tovise Whles Kenie Belane

Swimming Meet Highlights Dramatic Wins at Aquatic Event

The meet featured Frank Allen winning the 40 yard breast stroke and multiple top placements by the Allen brothers. Strong showings from the University at Aquaten and U.S. Navy veterans, with Dan DeWitt Salers and A Panter-Tonhurcit noted for diving and relay successes. Key races included the 100 yard free and various back and butterfly events, drawing a large crowd and close finishes.

Mquirton Frank Allen Med- Jay Dick Point Jeni Widenny ALC Heathers Eweita Witch David McMibiy Nason Histe DeWitt Sandera Allen Brothers Fean Univertite Bude Nak Mead Ankine Siverd Hack Charen Tiich Slade A. Panter Vanier C. Treackmann III de Tanpas

Duseks Again Beat Mills And Davis In Local Wrestling Match

Duseks brothers Duseks and partner Mills and Davis faced off in a wrestling card at Muniel PAL. The Duseks won two of three falls with referees Schwartz and Ray Clements watching closely. Mills and Davis suffered disqualification and rough exchanges as the action unfolded on the mat. Paul Mirdock defeated Ray Eckert in straight falls, Eckert disqualified for rough play.

Alfred Nills Xonie Eric Dusek Rassiing Fough Werlenday Muniel- Pal Namey Schwartz Ray Clements Clements Mills Davis Frale Emi Emie Duseks Ernie Emil Mills Pronto Paul Mirdock Ray Eckert Eckert Clements Wor Ace Avhotl

Trucks Star in Great Lakes Win Over Springfield All Stars

Springfield TH July 20 W5 Virgil Trucks dominated on the mound for Great Lakes, fanning 18 and allowing four hits as the Smilers routed the Springfield league all-stars 44 to 1. He contributed three hits including a homer and drove in runs, tying a team record for wins.

Springfield Virgil Ole Day Great Lakes Derrott Tigers Trinje Smilers Agin Jy

Fight Results Highlight Mixed Boxing Card

A list of recent boxing results shows technical knockouts and a decision. Notable bouts include Preey Bigabet ON scoring a TKO over Buddy Kiev in Dayton, and Milly Brown winning by TKO in Hartford. Other entries list fighters from New London and Oakland with decisive outcomes.

Preey Bigabet Maurin New York Buddy Kiev Dayton Owin New Gonfon Conn Ion Iooest New London Milly Brown Hartford Orkland Cal Park Chase Walsenbure Cofn Pani

Dr Wassell in Third Week With Gary Cooper

The listing advertises Dr Wassell in a third week engagement starring Gary Cooper at the Texas heater, with B. DeMille’s production and a weeklong run at the Empire venue. The reel features a Navy doctor, a twist with The Imposter, and a French convict plot as Jean Cabin holds center in the title role. The screening opens Thursday at the Empire.

Gary Cooper Wassell Rill Ognoinie B. DeMille Navy Hernie Jean Cabin Vale Flory Thunsday Henpire

Pressure on Tam Golf Entries in Geoefits Tournament

Chicago July 30 The Geoefits tournament looms with record prize bonds totaling 42500. Entries face pressure as speculation and high stakes surround the event. May O Shanter plans spectator charges for August 24 to 27 while top prizes hinge on stroke efficiency.

Charles Chamberlain Chicago Iia Alderstow

Tennis results mix at El Paso and Haverford meets

From El Paso to Kalamazoo and Chicago players advance in junior and girls events. Ed Chew Ir of Texas leads as doubles champ, with upsets marking the day. At Haverford, Mrs. Kovacs edges Pedersen to reach semis in the forty fourth Pennsylvania Western tennis championships.

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Brackenridge Park Women’s Golf Associate Tour Winner

Mrs. T. Moon won the Brackenridge Park Women’s Golf Association tournament with a net 97 22 76. Mrs. A. B. Guim finished second tied with Mrs. Danny Direben after rounds of 96 19 7 and 85 1877 respectively.

Moon Brackenridge Park A.B. Guim Danny Direben

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