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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1929

Page

11

Tilden Aims to Carry U S Davis Cup Load Versus France

Davis Cup hopes rest on Bill Tilden as he faces France in the challenge round at Roland Garros. George Lott strengthens the doubles lineup with Wilmer Allison, while Cochet and Borotra loom for France. Critics note Tilden must win both singles and Van Ryn Allison must win doubles to lift the Cup if Lott falters.

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Homer Race Br international Wee Berries

Unclear OCR reads names and figures scattered among references to teams and individuals. The fragment mentions Kiel Wilson Gehrig and Berman with scores 22 23 19, and American contexts. Unable to determine a coherent event, people, or outcome from the readable text.

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Fourth wrestling match blocked by state commission

CHICAGO July 24 The Texas State Athletic Commission denied promoter Joe Onffey permission to stage a show featuring former heavyweight champion Joe Stewitz and Joe Malcawloz. The ruling notes the two men have met three times recently in Boston California and Tulsa Oklahoma. Coffey proposed a July 31 date.

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Girl Athletes Reach Chicago for National AAU Championship

Chicago July 24. Girl athletic stars from across the nation were arriving for the National AAU women's championship at Soldier Field to be held Saturday. Early arrivals Dolores Fendera Flora Russell represent Northern California, while Henders will compete in sprints and jumps and her teammate in relay race discus and baseball throw. About 175 of the country’s top women athletes are entered.

Chicago A. Alu Soldier Teld. F Dolores Féndera Flora Russell Northern California Athlete Association Mise Henders Wilh Dallas DALAS Houston Austin Fort Worth Kerrville Galvia Teas A. A. C Texas WW. F. Sheehy He City Bell

Challis Faces Langhorn in Municipal Tennis Title Play

Jimmy Challis and Jimmy Langhorn were set for the junior singles final at Lions Field Courts with a 2 o'clock Wednesday start. Lasker Ehman moved toward the men’s title by beating Tom Williams 7-5 6-0. Emily Reichert and Mary O’Brien won in women’s singles, while boxers who didn’t complete first-round matches by Wednesday night could be dropped from the event.

Jimmy Challis Jimmy Langhorn Lions Field Courts Mary Johnson Mary O'Brien Ama Mae Reichert Bob Bass

Seagulls Collapse in Park Ball Loop Action

Seagulls lose two close games dropping from second to fourth in Municipal Park standings. Morrejark Wildenta advances to second by beating the Seagulls 1 to 0, while the Concept Indians rise by defeating the Sea Suite 1 to 0. Travis Park Rangers beat Booster Park Pirates 12 to 8 as Teague league play continues.

Sao Pedro Park Boagalla Iragug Morrej Ark Wildenta SeaguLls Concepeloy Indians Sea Suite Travis Park Rangers Booster Park Pirates

Bowling Match Reports from City Handicap League

The report details fixtures and results from Bowing's City Handicap League including Bracken and Salma Dowling clubs, Mueller team, and other entrants. It notes multiple high scores, individual 500+ series, and upcoming matches with figures like W Rosenberg and Lovell over 600 marks, plus team totals and standings.

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German Heavy Exhibits In Chicago

In Chicago July 1 Schweting a German heavyweight will bow to Chicago fight fans at Chicago Stadium. Max's appearance will be a four round exhibition with his roommate Germany Lel ler. The card features a six round bout Les Marriner University of Illinois against Tony Fuente Mexican bantamweight veteran. Al Friedman meets Pela Wostort in a six rounder. Salvatore Ruggree of Italy faces Jack League of Antonio Lexus in a six round bout.

Chicago Schweting Hig Heer Max Leller Les Marriner Forster University Mitinois Tony Fuente al Friedman Boston Pela Wostort Axl Salvatore Ruggree Italy Jack League Antonio Lexus Tea

Famous Dr Roller Sued for Divorce by Wife

July 24. A suit for divorce against Dr. Benjamin Franklin Roller, retired heavyweight wrestling champion of Allerlea, was filed in Supreme Court today by Mrs. Roller. They were married in 1010. Dr. Roller countersued, denying misconduct. Before wrestling, Roller gained prominence as a football player and track athlete at Te Pauw University. Since retiring in 2015, he has practiced medicine.

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Swift speedboat on way to Detroit in Helmaworth races

Los Angeles July 24 The 20 foot Miss Los Angeles II propounded capable of 16 miles an hour is en route to Detroit to compete in the Helmaworth International races beginning August 1 Owned by Jamey Talbot Jr the craft will be piloted in Detroit by Ralph Sundley an internationally known pilot The Independent Aces seek a Saturday game after beating the Olmos Bears 24 to blast Sunjay and are without a game this weekend They hope to arrange a local opponent contact Weary Brand Travis 3363.

Los Angelea Los Angeles Detroit Jamey Talbot Jr Hermaworth Ralph Snndely Knostp ACES Olmos Bears Sunjay Acer Brand Travis

Sanguinet Cost Waco Only 500

Sanguinet, a Foxes outfielder with potential for a major league trial, cost Waco 500 after being released by San Antonio and brought in from Coleman.

Waco Foxes Bol Sanguine Cub Coxas Itsque Coleman San Antonio Moho Sanguine

Saturday league doubleheader reshapes standings

In the Saturday league the Telephone Blues and Sunshine Specials face key midweek tests. Telephone Dells hosts the Hundred Party at Public Service Diamond Wednesday at 5 80, while Sunshine Specials meet J C Penney at Booster Park South San Antonio at 5 40. A Telephone win and Sunshine loss would renew a tie for the top spot.

Telephone Blue Dells Ace L Hundred Infantry Public Service Sunshine Speciale J. C. Penney Booster Park South San Antonio Telephone Delis Sunshine Specials

Madison Breaks Unofficial 100 Meter Swim Record in Seattle

In Seattle on July 24 Helene Madison, a local swimmer, swam 100 meters in 1 minute, 10 seconds, beating the world record of 1 10 by Tuthel Lackle in an exhibition. The feat may not be recognized by A U U officials as it occurred during an exhibition.

Seattle Wash Helene Madison Tuthel’ Lackle Mina Madleon

Peaches Defeat Sequin in Twin Baseball Wins

The Georgia Peaches beat Sequin White Sox 2 to 1 and 6 to 1 in a barnstorming doubleheader. Pete Smith pitched for Sequin, but fielding errors by his team led to three unearned runs. Seguin star Young Mex Keogh fanned six in five innings before giving up the decisive errors and was relieved by Smith.

Peaches Sequin Georgia Peaches Dow Wie-hender Sexuin White ‘Sox Pete Smith Sox Tenehrs Young Mex Keogh Seguin Gebdrgiang Smith

Baseball Roundup From July Action Sees Grover Cleveland In Form

Bil MacKechnie resumes member role in St. Louis as Grover Cleveland shows old-time pitching skill for the Cardinals in a win over the Phillies. Cubs edge Pirates by one, Giants fade as Dodgers slip, and Yankees start home stand with a win aided by wild pitching. White Sox beat Washington 3 2. Browns win 11 1 as standings shift with several notable feats and near misses.

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