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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1928

Page

17

Americans Challenged by French Musketeers in Davis Cup

Reports from New York on April 21 describe the United States Davis Cup team battling France, with Ty Tyso and others out or injured. The French team, led by stars including a noted former Wimbledon champion, poses a strong challenge as the United States bids to retain the title amid injuries and lineup changes.

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Golf Club Fight Remains Tight in Trophy Matches

In the Cavers Trophy elite set, steady play and tight finishes produced several decisive results. Wylie King beat Walcker 2 and 1, Tall defeated Vavans 1 up, and Captain Gkwelleh bested Shepherd. Other matches saw Tony Tack spine, Lam Smagoams, and Charles Varnes advance by default. many results listed as close or undecided.

Caversnor's Wylie King Walcker Vavans Lonnie Reeds A. Wi. West P. Shepherd

Untitled sports note with scattered OCR errors

A fragmented sports snippet mentions Tunney, a teen event in New York, a weight contest, and a street scene. References to Light and Alving appear in garbled form amid unclear details about a Pont core contest.

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Nichols Hurdler Sailor Named to Olympics Team

The report notes Rose Nichols, a hurdler and sailor, earned a place on the Olympic team after trials. It mentions her teamwork with the eight-meter crew and attendance at the Olympia regalia event, with references to coaches and the Kingslea gathering in May.

Rose Nichols Atanford Drialk Prien Hashers Ls Angeles Olympia Regalia oPechans

Steers' rise sparks Cardials link and Bears market talk

The Dallas Steers surge prompts talk of a midseason turnaround led by Bob Tarleton and raises speculation that St Louis Cardinals owner Branch Rickey will claim top performers from the local club. Potential targets include Ray Flashkawpee Les Cox Hank Mulvey and others, as a possible reshuffling looms.

Bear Baseball Club Branch Rickey St. Louis Cardinals St. Louis Ray Flashkawpee Les Cox Rabbit Maranville Cox Wrank, Meyers Hank Mulvey

Tilden's Feelings Hari Fans Want Money Back

The article sketches a chaotic scene around a sports or public event with disputed comments and reactions. It mentions tensions among fans and officials, a confrontation over funds, and a controversial moment at the Hovis Cup context. Several named entities appear, including Abr. Callom and Tonilen, amid language indicating discontent and potential refunds.

Tilden Hari

Dutch Villagers Watch Crews Instead of Working

In a Dutch village near SLOTRN Holland, villagers abandon tasks to observe crews at work. The scene centers on California university rowing teams and local labor, highlighting curiosity, language barriers, and the social impact of the spectacle on daily life and irrigation efforts.

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Six battles on post bill show at Mort Hant Toweto

The card lists six bouts for a Tuesday boxing event at Mort Hant Toweto. Main attraction Manny Warlec faces Chicho Cigneras, a Mexican lighter, with Sue Fiiesrounderd and Viol Sullivan also fighting. Pre-show touts and local speakers are planned before the crowd.

Jamdijarlitas Manny Warlec Chicho Cigneras Sue Cour Jolt Belore

Fight Results Highlight Chaotic Light Heavyweight Card

The Astoria event showcased light heavyweight action with Charley Helanger defeating Tony Ross in a string of knockouts. George Fanlih beat Newark's Feorge, Ted Bors defeated Ciivd Fack in a technical decision, and Corina defeated Akron in a middleweight bout among other results.

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Fernandez and Snipes Box on Roof in Turbulent Bout

The article reports a chaotic rooftop boxing event featuring Fernandez and Snipes drawing a crowd and attention. Mentions Ron, Antonia fans, and various local figures amid claims of messy handling and enthusiasm. The night ends with talk of rematches and sensational commentary from spectators.

Bears and Spuds Open Series in Dubious Play by Lone Lineup

A ragged account describes a disjointed opening series with the Bears and Spuds amid unclear rosters and erratic play. It mentions scattered performances by Winkita Mills Howbiers and others, with incomplete game details, rest days, and dubious terminology throughout.

Britons Name Olympic Team in Contested Selection

The article discusses Britain selecting its Olympic team with emphasis on track events. It mentions riders of the field, potential favourites, and names like Cass Thaler, W. Gitar Wella, D.C Howe, and Vinh, analyzing chances across distances and possible selections for the finals.

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Texas Player Suffers Broken Cheekbone in Afternoon Baseball Game

A Texas high school shortstop from Hatch Anterleaf Planefer company was struck while attempting to catch a fast ball Sunday afternoon. He sustained a broken right tibia and cheekbone, with emergency surgeons at the hospital treating the injuries. The incident occurred during a game against Austin American.

Texas Anterleaf Planefer Company Serai-Pro Baseball Ten Mie Illigan Tis Hac Austin Americiu

Olympic Trip Thrills Skip Olympic Trip Thrills Skip Amsterdam

Commander Picedure Van Doughty, skipper of the President Roosevelt liner, guided the ship to Amsterdam to welcome the American Olympians. A veteran of sea service, he reflected on decades at sea, citizenship, and his proud role steering the voyage of the Olympic team aboard the vessel.

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What! Philbin Hits Another Home Run

A garbled sports brief mentions Philbin hitting another home run, with scattered references to teams, locations, and scores. The fragmentary OCR touches on Chattanooga, Nashville, and Southern Association play, but details are unclear.

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