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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1966

Page

7

Casey Talks Williams Listen at Hall of Fame Inductions

Casey Stengel and Ted Williams addressed a Cooperstown crowd of about 6,000 at Cooper Park during inductions to the Hall of Fame ceremonies. Stengel recalled facing Walter Johnson and praised Williams while Williams thanked fans, coaches, and mentors and urged recognition for Negro league stars Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson.

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Al Davis Steps Down as AFL Commissioner

New York based United Press International reports that Al Davis has resigned as American Football League commissioner after 108 days in office. Davis, a former general and Raiders coach, aimed to wage war on the NFL but left before a merger could be finalized, with Milt Woodard succeeding him as second in command.

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Roundup of golf, boxing, and track news from press dispatches

The roundup highlights Doug Sanders leading with 90 310 in PGA earnings as Arnold Palmer trails and Sandy Koufax seeks next start amid elbow issues. Also notes Geiberger top money winner at 58 966 and Bad Goalby shooting 67 to win Columbus pro am. Includes Philadelphian Callison eye trouble after criticizing Gene Mauch and Russia trailing Poland in a track meet. Ex jockey Johnny Longden pays 200 000 for a Bold Ruler son at Keeneland, with 16 yearlings sold and a new sales record projected.

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District 20 junior league playoffs open with three games

Senior division district 20 all star playoffs start with three 7 30 pm games Harlandale Western at Harlandale Texas Highland Hills Texas at Highland Hills American and Highland Hills National at Valley Hi Harlandale Ixie drew opening round bye Harlandale National beat Palmi Heights 13 0 to win district 20 title Alfred Villela two homers Rudy Herrera three hit pitching led the win Harlandale all stars meet district 3 Kingpins for city crown next Monday at Northside Suburban Life League Diamond field Harlandale Nationals vs Palm Heights box score shows Herrera pick owned details.

Harlandale ‘Western Harlandale Texas Highland Hills Texas Land Hills American Land Hills National Valley Hi Harlandale Ixie Harlandale National Palmi Heights Alfred Villela Rudy Herrera Harlandale All Stars Harlandale Nationals Palm Heights Herrera Oid Garioha Ones Land Ja Garza

Beely Bears Tre Halas As NFL Camps Open

The Associated Press reports rookies cut by several clubs as weight rules bite the Chicago Bears fine 54 dollars daily for overweight players with 200 dollar penalties looming. Lions face departures and unsigned players amid practice disputes while George Halas voices concern over camp progress.

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Amateur Ball City Lumber vs Alamo City Playoff Clash

Amateur Ball City Lumber faces Alamo City in a decisive third game at Hi Lions Field tonight at 7 30 PM in a best of three semi final. Terry Tuck will pitch for Alamo City while City Lumber may start Roger Morgan or Manuel Gonzales. Dew York Tonight 75.

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Angling and Fishing News From Port Isabel and Port Mansfield

Angling around Port Mansfield remains strong as a gateway to consistent coast fishing. The piece notes San Antonio anglers travel 200 miles for the fun, lists notable figures in local fishing lore, and mentions world records for women on 20 pound test line. It also covers Port Isabel tournaments, heat on the Rio Grande, and quail hunting prospects amid dry spells affecting nesting.

Port Mansfield San Antonio Fred J. A. Hocka Port Isabel Betty Urschel Tinie Mae Urschel Helen Baker Corpus Christi Baker Mary Port Aransas Charlie Baker Sand and Sea Club Baker International Game Fish Association

Acueduct and Arlington Horse Races Highlighted Purses

The Associated Press recap notes high payout races with Mac's Sparkler at Acueduct for $5.20 and $3.00 exacta, Honey Bright showing odds of 33.00 and 240, Petticoat at $2.60, plus times including 1:35.35 for the mule feature. Delaware-Feature lists Dat 440 and 28087 with George Jason and Sue Bary. Arlington-Vista Purse features Teacher's Art at $3.60 and $2.20, Apreriga Lady Hy at $4.40, Penny's Liz at $2.80, Hollywood earning $85,450, and Sunset Handitop with O'Hara at $9.00.

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