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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1925

Page

4

Girl Channel Swimmer Plans Isle of Shoals Swim Test

Miss Wainwright, daughter of a local swimmer, prepares for a historic coast to Wentworth Hotel pier test from Isle of Shoals. The 10 mile crossing would challenge strong currents and rough water near the port, with details of tides and safety debated by officials.

Portsmoum M. Th. Daly Helen Welmyright Wentworth Thotel Miss Wainwright Isle of Shoals Wentworth Torel Pier John Irit Vielni Savich Tia Nang Wartworth Hotel Uae Jenet Peter Sean Kewt Pria PO Bucce

Unclear sports clash details with mixed names and fragments

Fragmented report describes a bowling and handball themed event with multiple players and teams. It mentions Balm San Antonio and San Antonio venues, a game count, and various names such as Turner and Wak with scattered references to matches, spectators, and club activities amid garbled OCR text.

Romance Buds for Wills from Berkeley Champion Pair

In July reports from San Francisco tell of Helen Wills of Berkeley and Miles Wills, the intercollegiate doubles tennis champions, competing at Forest Hills and on the California campus. The Berkeley pair reportedly faced tensions and possible scandal on and off campus as Dennis Club discussions surfaced and Mrs. Wills denied any affair while staying silent on the pair’s recent separation. The story notes the two have been rivals and allies at various California venues during the past year.

San. Francisco Helen Wills Berkeley Cal America Beauisehampinn Miles Wills Forest Hills T. T Vasa Gerstt-Steitfort University of California Cium Iiushin Escafinn Berkely Dennis Club Siete Stradord The State University Wills

Charley Comiskey Once Highest Paid Baseball Star

The article recalls Charley Comiskey as the era’s top paid baseball star. It mentions other figures and tangential names in a fragmented, OCRlike entry, highlighting his peak compensation and status within early baseball history.

Charley Comiskey

Art of Ring Stalling Desends to New Level

In a boxing bout at YU arena Tony Woe pressured McCarthy as the crowd watched a tense exchange. The fight featured stalling tactics and sharp counters, with Woe pushing the pace and McCarthy responding, while referees and observers noted the evolving strategy.

Fuente McCarthy Fulton Frente Iran Uae Alemarely Nina Tony

Chinese Contests Have Queer Endings

Fragmented OCR text describes a Central China context with petitions, governance, and sports references. Mentions a government dressing incident and a football or sports phase, with unclear names and dates. The readable material is poorly legible but conveys a mix of political and athletic hints from Chinese contests and local actions.

Track Beautiful Coffroths Scheme Report

Fragmentary OCR text shows a legal or financial scheme mention tied to a person named Coffroth and a track titled Beautiful. The garbled content implies a legal proceeding or indictment with references to a president and an investigation. Details are unclear due to corruption, but the item centers on a described scheme and associated individuals.

All Claim honey But His Own People in Major Leagues

Fragmented text references Konédehy and Balenlims with hints of sports honor, players named Genvan Tung and Ruaelchy, and a claim about being unfairly accused in connection with a baseball term or league. The readable parts suggest a controversial or disputed figure celebrated for days of performance, with emphasis on pride and honor.

Genvan- Tung Driva

Statz Goles Way to Minor Leagues

Philadelphia Record columnist Dan Hoke profiles Statz Goles as a former star outfielder whose major league career faded and who returns to the minors to continue playing golf and pursuing his livelihood. The piece notes his past brilliance, struggles with form, and eventual minor league placement.

Statz Goles Phigadelumia Chidaittange Dan Hoke Philadelphia Record Arnold Btate Bate Amd Chiengol Cubs Biel Vali Stati Fang Asebull

Booms Big League Scouts as College Baseball Coaches

A garbled OCR tale references Walter McUredie and others as college baseball scouts. It mentions big league teams and veteran men idle during college teaching periods, with unclear names and phrases about development, signals, and yearly cycles.

Walter McUredie Yeluian Cneitic Tha Wim Mony Ins Ty Itu Wemuts College Tenchull Usibivity Sk Pril Tere Te Yanko Inns and Uiuler Tong Duaving Stanlal Regia Wand Ygeatia Dee Develuys Tang Phiviers Chile

Eagerness Costs Esquivel Title in Two Mile Run

In a collegiate race at a university track meet, Esquivel was edged by a rival nearing the final turn as teammates and competitors pressed for the two mile finish. The effort showcased the depth of the squad and the stamina of the contenders in a closely contested running event.

Esquivel Ste Tilly Sunil Eiginin Daellettinlf Uridine Saéye Cayton Tap Chicesin Auny Hann Une Goran Antirace Acho Clyile Boverhavens Uouterenes

Walker vows to KO Greek if return granted

Misley Walker, welterweight champion, threats to knockout Geab if he is granted a return. The battered condition after the bout with TWarry Geab is noted, with lingering questions about a comeback and possible middleweight title ambitions.

New York Misley Walker Geugydne Vane China Alley

Eppa Wixey Ailed Big League Career Highlighted by Trials

The text recalls Eppa Wixey, a left handed pitcher from Culhomer Virginia, who rose to the major leagues with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1912 before joining Cincinnati in 1924. It notes a 10 win 12 loss rookie season and later a 22 win 13 loss year with the Reds, referencing his participation in the World Series and a publicized personal life event. Wixey, born in Culhomer, weighed 270 pounds and stood tall as a notable figure in early professional baseball history.

Greg Aben Fiteheva Eppa Lixey Cininnati Roa Wrorthy Ple Teowas Tink Tricey Charley Rigler Higley Univrrsity Virginia Miladelphia Hos Philadelphia Cig Cincinnati Wixey Culhomer

Valley Camp at Littlefield Faces Annual Encampment Debate

A cluttered report outlines Valley Camp operations, finances, and expected activities at the University of Texas and Austine Capel Littleright. It notes preparations for an annual encampment, mentions staff and governance questions, and hints at funding and program expansion.

Drownsyuele Uly Cael Ciyele Dallletiehe University of Texas Onglieri Valles Seine Yaniut Anguat Metrofield Austine Capel Littleright Amrve Aioe Bion Eitieg

Greek Heavyweight Fighter Promising in New York

The article highlights a rising Greek heavyweight prospect, believed to be near 185 pounds and growing toward 200. Reported by Mehlon, he shows potential to challenge the heavyweight title, with observers noting his recent form and anticipated rise in prominence in the United States.

New York Cyecee Mehlon Heavyewel Pater Adiatos Aukolon Ani Amtelas

Carvel Only S A Entry Tenn Carvel Only S A Entry Tenn

A fragmented historical notice mentions individuals and places in a garbled sequence. It references Leela Mondagy AL Chesed and Woe, with vague allusions to Tangible events or contests. The text appears as OCR noise with scattered names and a few monetary mentions.

Memati Watt Minalay Devla Bugsy Netabhy Lrekelay Hill

Dave Shade Seeks Win in Upcoming Match

Dave Shade shows confidence in his team and vows to win the next contest. He notes plans to visit Win Ttonaes and file a new report while praising Kin as a wonderful guest. He promises dramatic action and a strong showing in the coming week.

Dave Shade Shase Dave Tory Pimuuke Ievie

Amateurs Beat Indians in 12 Innings

Amateurs outslug Indians in a 12 inning game with multiple players named in the scorecard. The contest features pitchers Trimble and Broughton with runs, hits, and fielding errors noted. final lines show a tense extra innings finish and several substitutions.

Ball field argument sparks chorus of sharp jabs and jests

A chaotic ball park exchange unfolds as players and umpires trade tongue in cheek digs and mock protests. The banter centers on calls, behavior, and patience amid a tense infield relay, with several local names surfacing in the heated but humorous dialogue.

Firecracker incident risks to eyesight and public safety

A garbled report references a May incident involving an eye injury from a firecracker and concerns over public safety. It mentions individuals and a Union utility worker with data mentions, noting an operation and police or safety actions in progress.

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