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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1931
Page
17
A 1920s style boxing column argues that Walker could outfight Schmeling and notes experts underrate Walker after he drew with Sharkey. The writer contends Walker, at light heavyweight to cruiserweight, could trouble Schmeling and questions the public and expert bias toward Sharkey and Schmeling.
District qualifiers in the National Amateur Championship at Beverly Country Club Chicago show former champions leading the field. Jonnaten, Guilford Ouimet and Evans headline strong showings while Bud McKinney sets a Brook Hollow 30 hole record during Texas sectional play.
Ranchito Polo Club defeated Abilene on Tuesday with Steph ens and Childers leading Arlington quintet to a 7 to 5 victory.
Sechwa Wa, a New York resident, witnessed Uluang Feh Nan’s tongue painting exhibit in Canton. He then fought Mackey at Ghoc key A. G. in New York and later battles Moran at Vanderbilt A. C. He won three of four decisions, one draw, with no knockouts. a 630 fight count noted. Tomorrow features Women Who Wear on dune and Kid Meebe Moustaches in a billed program.
Charles Retzlaff dominates a boxing program in New York. Claire Beldare from Duluth dazzles experts as a rising heavyweight, facing Mateo Osan of Spain in a brutal bout. Osan suffers a knock out as Referee Danny Tage struggles to control the crowd. Notable moments include Ber Toro’s cut above the eye and a heated exchange between trainers before the bell.
Sunshine Laundry advertises a new process that makes linen suits look like new. Phone Groskett 98872 for service.
Carmen's Union No. 6s hold top spot in the City Ainjerlenmue percentaze column for the first time in months. Three practices are scheduled this week at the Pierce diamond on Wednesday and Thursday, and a Friday drill at the Table Service diamond.
Vinces Barton has reportedly set a record for being hit by pitches after a recent incident in Chicago. Sheriff Hake is cited in Philadelphia discussions, while Philadelphia pitcher is said to have hit him last night. The report mentions games and locations including Omaha and Topeka with mixed references to teams and scores.
Galveston July 20 Gene Rye star outfielder once on voluntary retirement may rejoin the Buccaneers before the 1081 season. Rye informed manager Pratt by letter and telephone that his injured wrist had healed and he is eager to play for Galveston. He was sold to the Heaton Red Sox last season but broke his wrist in spring training and was placed on the voluntary retirement list. Manager Pratt also announced veteran pitcher Art Reinhart has been released due to illness.
The San-Tex Barbers announce a busy week with a practice at 1 p.m. Wednesday against the San Antonio Eagles and a 9 p.m. Wednesday game at the home field. Manager Hornansiez Chey loo is seeking a Sunday game and Crockett can be reached at 9278 for details.
Transports won 4 to 1 over Kaufman in a Tuesday night game at San Vedro Park. Atelohauret pitched three hits allowed and would have pitched a shutout if not for an error in the last inning.
J Espinosa manager of the A C Fillers San Antonio amateur hall team issues a proclamation that the Fillers would never play in Uvalde. The Klee team promised supper after a double header in Uvalde but left upon insult. Espinosa says he escorted them back to Usalde and claims officers collected a meal charge of A
The Indians defeated the Spudders 3 to 0 in eleven innings in a high scoring affair that featured a late pitching duel between Moore and Cresswell. Essel started for the Spudders, while Sanguinetti, Handtraw and others homered for the Cribe as Ed Waters earned the win.
Hot Springs Va July 20. The Virginia Open tennis meet yielded several near term results as players advanced to quarterfinals. Washington D C contenders Tun Mangan Edgar ven Zenga and Colt Mulheisen joined Ted Baston of California and others in pursuit of the title. Ward off a strong challenge from Quinn Connell y at The Institute in Houston Texas Elmer Runs and Carter of Rice posted decisive scores. Rockville Md and Baltimore recipients showed steady form as rounds continued with several top seeds advancing.
San Marcos prospects for Coach C W Birahon’s Bobcats appear hopeful as three lettermen are back for fall play. Returning starters include Teed, Danca, Zankar, Garin, Vinyard, McMillon, Nesbitt, Sambre, Kitchens, Pylund, Germer, Porter, and Gots. Squadmen Troun, Alexander, Seny, Sehoppe, Bader, Habinson, Ettleh, Dahnsan, Glover, Warhra, Morgan, Caliban, and Trittipo also listed. Schedule shows games from September through November against Howard Payne, Southwestern, McMurry, Abilene, Commerce, and Denton.
The American women's track and field team selection will be held in the Chicago area with a limit of 18 contestants. Fred Te Steers named manager of the team, Flo formerly managed the 1964 squad, as the committee picks Chicago for the trials and notes the event will precede national championships.
Wate Saustol of Norway, hailed as bantamweight champion by the Montegal Athletic Commission, faces Dugene Huat of Fence in a title bout tonight in Montreal Quebec. Al Brown from Patiamaargeo is also recognized in the same lightweight division, with plans to meet the winner here.
Sammy Hale, infielder for the New Orleans Telfenna, has been sold to the Cleveland Indians. George Delors will come to New Orleans on option, and Hale will leave Cleveland as part of the deal. Details mention an anticipated move and departure timelines.
Helen Wills Moody defeats Virginia Rien in the Seabright Invitation, advancing toward the semi finals amid the day’s matches. Dorg tops Bryan M. Grant, Vines ousts Wilbur Coen, and other ties feature Moody’s clash with Slisa Hlice and new pair splits in the Uvalde event.
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