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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1939

Page

6

Heavy Tennis Balls at Seabright Stir Furore

Sports column notes a heated reaction to moves by the Buffs seeking Cardinal backing for Tom Stinkel. It recalls Stinkel’s left handed pitching for Atlanta and Dixie Series exploits, mentions mis-spellings of Staunton, and critiques Phillies management and player trades affecting pennant chances.

Houston Chronicle St. Louis Cardinals Tom Stiinkel Brerera v Senor Stinkel Atlanta Beaumont

Shaw Loses Decision to Black Widow Spider

Boxing and wrestling expert Dr Frank P Shaw has been sidelined after a bite from a mysterious creature at Bergs Mill ranch possibly a black widow spider He was consoled by Harry Coffman formerly a wrestling promoter now in El Paso Coffman was bitten by a black widow spider and the spider died

Shaw Frank P. Shaw Berg’s Mill Doc Harry Coffman el Paso

Missions to Go in for Night at Tech Field Miscians to Stage Four Specials

The Missions plan a four event push including an old-timers game in Texas league style, a baseball centennial entertainment, and a fan appreciation night at 5 PM. Knothole league, senior amateurs, and army teams will participate as the Missions present a near continuous showcase. Airey outlines bold ideas as the club continues to draw crowds and profits, though admissions lag behind last year. Sam Hiklin of San Antonio ranks No 30 in national table tennis, a notable achievement among many players.

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Morrie Arnovich’s Slump Ends With 470 Average Return

Morrie Arnovich powers back after a hitting slump, collecting 19 doubles and three singles in five at bats, but the nightcap against the Pirates ends abruptly when Ray Mueller injures him with a head shot while attempting a pickoff. The Phillies outfielder suffers a bruise yet leaves the game, insisting he feels fine and likening the moment to a typical baseball day, while teammates and fans react to the sudden interruption and the ongoing slump.

Fitteburgh Morrie Arhavich Aly Phillies Pirates Ray Mueller Morvie Jottilng Grandstand Muncis Philly Star Ars Morrie

Pirates Announce Schedule Changes for Late August

The Pirates announced three changes yesterday. The August 21 Boston game becomes a double header. The August 28 Brooklyn game also moves to a double header. Labor Day Chicago games shift to double features in the afternoon.

Pirates Pittsburgh Pirates Boston Brooklyn

Heav y tennis ball debate dominates Seabright finals

July reports a controversy over heavy tennis balls at the Seabright tournament with players including Adrian Quist Jack Crawford and Bobby Riggs criticizing the weight. Walter Pate and sources from the USLTA discuss possible ball changes ahead of the Davis Cup challenge round in Philadelphia.

Seabrigat W. J Trevause Seabright Mding Adrian Quist Jack Grawford Australia Innce Walter Pate Philadelphia Pate United States Palo Iemgers Quist Bobby Riggs Elwood Cooke Bryan Ginkt Crawford Riggs Frank Guernsey Cooke England Attute Gilbert Hunt Washington Orlando, Fla

Pirates in Second But Traynor Lacks Flingers

The Pittsburgh Pirates rise to second in the National League as manager Pie Traynor voices concern over pitching depth. With five healthy arms and a string of injuries, Traynor relies on a young bullpen, crediting Blugger Glick Klein for a key train and praising veteran arms like Jor Bowman and Mace Brown. The club has won 5 of 6 starts, yet Traynor warns the drive could falter without more pitching.

St. Louis Browns Phillies Bucky Walters Phils Walters Cincinati Reds Pitteburgi Pirates Pie Traynor Jim Traynor Cincinnati Reds Pirate Jett Jor Bowman Mace Brown BL Bwitt Rip Seve Bob Klinger Billte Victorie Jim Tobin Rust Bauers Cy Blanton Fire Arm Brigade Ken Heinkelmann BH Clemenson Blugger Glick Klein Enstot Feo Pinlatelphia

Bell Mountain Tale of Sound From Sand and Echoes

A fragmentary note describes Bell Mountain near Mt Sinai and a sand wind producing sounds likened to an organ, with the mystic notion of Teng tablets. It hints at tomorrow's feature on Will Purvis, the man who was wanged.

Bell Mountain Djehel Nakos Mt. Sinai Moses Tomontrow Will Purvis

Buddy Myer Out Ten Days With Sprained Wrist

Washington officials said veteran second baseman Buddy Myer will miss about ten days with a sprained wrist from a collision in the Detroit Washington gate game Wednesday. He collided with Tip O'Gatcher Birdie Tebbets in the fifth inning and was knocked from the field.

Washington CINS Washington Senators Buddy Myer Tipor Gatcher

National Box Scores Report Reflects Erratic Player Mentions

Fragmented box score style notes list numerous players and erroneous terms across a game recap. It mentions batters and pitchers with inconsistent spellings, bases, hits, and strikeouts, alongside attendance figures and dubious team references.

Pitches No-Hitter on Ma's Birthday

Mullan, July 1. Louis McCollom pitched a no hitter last night to honor his mother on her birthday. McCollom, a Washington State college athlete, allowed three baserunners as he and the Heele team defeated Manning in a Mines league game. He scored the winning run himself, advancing to second on a sacrifice and scoring on a error.

Mullan Daha Louwis McGollom McCollom Heele Manning

Pirates Rise With Two Wins Close In On Reds

The Pirates climbed from sixth to second in a week, winning 3-1 and 5-3 to break a deadlock with the Cardinals and move within nine games of the idle Reds. Bowmen and Swift starred on a 20 hit, sparkling defense as Pittsburgh surged.

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Baseball Standings Roundup From Wednesday Games

New York defeated Bt Tania 14 to 3 while Philadelphia posted a 9 to 3 win as Detroit and Washington also contributed results in the latest standings update.

Widhisday Reson New York Tania Cienga &N Hoston Blewh Philadelaia Detroit Washington

Play Thursday matchups across several cities and leagues

The schedule lists games across major and national leagues with teams like Houston, Chicago, New York, and Cleveland. Matches span Thursday and Friday with varied venues including Dallas, Tulsa, Shreveport, and Cincinnati, reflecting a dense midseason timetable.

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Uvalde Dr Peppers Top Del Rio Merchants in Opener

Uvalde Dr Peppers defeated Bal Hip Merchants 10 to 4 in a Del Rio area game. Del Rio led 2 runs in the first, Uvalde answered with a big middle, finishing with a four run rally in the final inning to seal the win. Laurie, Sivilerae, Holbredie and R. Rodriguez starred for Uvalde.

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Baseball roundup with mixed results and standout pitchers

A scrambled score summary reports Al Minor of Cleveland Inland delivering his sixth win of the season with a power hitting performance to defeat the Ath ltles 0 3. Buck Newsom of Detroit earned his eleventh win with a six hitter as the Senators fell 8 4 in city play. Multiple misprints obscure details but the gist covers two wins and one loss in a local circuit.

al Minor Cleveland Buck Newsom Detroit Washington Senators Senators

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