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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1933

Page

7

Gondwanaland Evidence Presented At Geology Congress

Washington July 27 Dr Alexander L Du Toit of Johannesburg presented new geological evidence for Gondwanaland the ancient supercontinent that spanned parts of South America Africa Australia and parts of India and Antarctica. He noted rocks across Argentina Brazil South Africa India and Australia show similar fossils and rock types supporting a shared ancient origin.

Washington, D. C Gondwanaland South Seas International Geological Congress Europe Asia Alexander L. du Toit Johannesburg South Africa Hocks Gondwanalad South America Africa Australia Madagascar Peninensr Indis Tatmania Antarctic Fucks Gund Argentina India Galt Greece Malwaring Givat Land

Minstrel Benefit Show At St Leonard’s Church

A minstrel show for St Leo church benefits will be held Thursday evening at Harms Junior High School on Pruitt Avenue and South San Antonio. Also listed are lodge meetings, dances, and social gatherings involving local Easten Star, Rebekah, Woodmen, and youth groups with dates in July and August.

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Risko Upsets Tom Loughran In Heavyweight Bout

Chicago July 21 Risko defeats former heavyweight contender Tom Loughran by decision in a 10 round bout at Milli Stadium drawing about 4000 spectators. Risko, bronzed by sun and in best shape in years, lands hard punches including a key right uppercut to finish strong while Loughran fights back but loses the decision.

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Hornsby Approved by Harridge for Manager Post

Philadelphia July 2. President William Harridge of the American League said today he would take no unfavorable action on the appointment of Rogers Hornsby as manager of the Browns. Harridge, in Washington during a junior major league inspection tour, indicated he might oppose Hornsby but noted the appointment speaks for itself. Hornsby is eligible in theory but Harridge claimed he has not learned their view on the matter.

Rogers Mornsby Brontus Harridge Weahington Hornsby Ball Browns

Unclear Text Abstracted Round Result and Judge Votes

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a seventh round influence by WRS and Hell, with judges Langhran and RUAKO Torghran referenced. One referee Tommy Thamar favored a different outcome, while the other judge’s vote appears garbled.

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Ross Hammers Farr in 12 Rounds to Retain Crown

Kansas City July 27 7 Burkey Rose of Chicago lightweight champion needed only steady work to outbox Johnny Farr of Cleveland and win by technical knockout in the 12th round after a nose broken and eye closed. Missouri boxing commission halted the bout. Spectator Tony Craveneri watched as Rose claimed the Agintwelgth title and will meet the champion in a 15 round bout in September in New York.

Kansas City Burkey Rose Chicago Johnny Farr Cleveland Andress Facr Clette Rosa Tony Craveneri Ross New York

Three Boys Sleeping on Highway Killed in Accident

Three boys aged about three to seven were killed and another boy injured when they rested on the Martinaville- Gluert highway and were struck by an unidentified driver. The youths had been walking home from school and were found sleeping along the road when the crash occurred. Officials name James Hammond Howard Hammond and Aceh Purdy among the deceased.

Marcinaville James Hammond Howard Hammond Aceh Purdy Martinaville- Gluert Spencer Martingville Steart Dillon

22 Nazis Die of Poisoned Food in Paris Return

A Paris dispatch reports mass deaths among German troops in Berlin area barracks from suspected poisoned meals. The casualty list includes 22 Nazis, with initial figures and locations described amid chaotic warfront reporting. Unconfirmed details cite German guards and a nearby airfield. the message emphasizes widespread alarm in occupied territories.

Mets Beat Braves In 9th Inning Rally

In a tense American League game, New York pushes past opponents with a late rally led by key hits from Jett and Brown. Pitchers like Hogey and Welland clash as the game nears its end, with runners advancing on sacrifices and sharp defense shaping the final score.

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Unclear 19th Century Baseball Game Report

Fragmented text reports a baseball game with pitchers and batting events. Mentions New York, Brooklyn, Belt Line, and various players with partial names. Describes winning pitcher and score events, but many words are garbled.

Lockhart Masons Install Officers

Lockhart chapter No. 2 of Roya Arch Masons installed officers including H. P. Jardin A. W. Leyendecker F. W. Boo tan treasurer B. M. Bellamy secretary C. A. Ploeger C. O. It W. F. Smith FR. A. G. W. M. Schofield master of Stratweil Carlee Young Moule master of second vee O. B. Wilson master of Snirtwell Joe I. Cardwell guard Arthur Sternenberg in the council officers proclaimed for the ensuing cryptic year including Waller F. Smith treasurer J. Bellamy recorder C. G. Ploerer G. Merhofield steward OQ. AL wil pron Keatings Arthur Sterneater R.

Stratweil Carlee Young Moule O. B. Wilson Snirtwell Joe I. Cardwell Arthur Sternenberg MA. W. Jordant Waller F. Smith P. CW A.B. Caviar J. Bellamy G. A Ploerer C. G W. Merhofield McDowell Steward AL Wilpron Keatings Arthur Sterneater

Delegates Chosen by Legion Post at State Convention

Karnes City July 27 Delegates chosen to represent the local American Legion at the state convention in Wichita Falls August 27 29 are Grover Keentra J W Browder and J White Alternates are Jake Palmer Oliver Avball and Rautin Kaletiin

Legion Post Karnes City Delegirs Jocal American Legion Wichion Falla Grover Keentra J.W. Browder J. White Jake Palmer Oliver Avball Rautin Kaletiin

Chairman Named by Fair Board

The board of managers of the Ganzates Conn dy Madr amnecation appointed Mrs. Charita P. Holmes general chairman of the women's division of the fair to be held Labor Day weekend 1944 at Ganzates.

Filial Yaang Fair Board Gonaalab Taly Ganzates Conndy Madr Amnecation Mra Charita P. Holmes

Sycamore Creek Bridge Bids Sought in Del Rio

Bids for the construction of a bridge and approaches over Sycamore Creek, 12 miles from Del Rio, will be received by the Texas Highway Commission around August 7. Project aims to close the last gap in a paved highway from San Antonio to Del Rio.

Sycamore Creek del Rio Texas Highway Commission B. B. Fredorough Néeaday San Antonio Lo del Rio

Wool Man's Body Found in River

July 2 report from the Rio Grande area notes a body found near a river under unclear circumstances. The article mentions local names and a connection to an inn but details are fragmentary. Further confirmation needed from fuller records.

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