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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1931

Page

18

Teer gpush on toward Pinnagle or Pinnagle

Bill Parker reports the Dallas Steers beat the Beaumont Exporters 11 to 3 in the opening home game, taking sole second place behind Houston. George Murray balked early, Luke Hamlin allowed nine hits in 4 1 3 innings, and Elton Lengford extended his hitting streak to 21 games. Holley left with a head injury but expected to play Wednesday. Houston Buffaloes crushed Shreveport 6 to 0 as Pistol Pete Fowler and Rin Radcliff led the offense. Fort Worth defeated Galveston 9 to 8 behind Andy Ednor and Car, extending Fort Worth’s skid to six losses.

Bill Parker Dallas Steers Texas Houster Duitaloes Beaumont Crew George Murray Dallas Luke Hamlin Pixporters Green Redie Elton Sam Lengford Holleyama Houston Shreveport Lee Andy Iednor Fort Worth Hurses Galveston Bea Cantral McCabe

Moses Sunday to Start as San Antonio, Houston Clash

Moses will pitch for San Antonio while Lefty Tauka starts for Houston in a Sunday intercity game at League Park. Police Chief Owen Kilgay may throw the first ball, and the Wiremen band will play during the contest if scheduled. Houston officials will accompany the Bayou City lineup.

San Antonio Fouston League Park Frepcia Moses Bayou City Owen Kil Houston Hoy Young Houston Derectives

Texas Boxes Texas Boxes in fractured box score ragged play

In a challenged box score narrative the Texas teams exchange fragmented stats and unsettled pitching. Player names appear jumbled with mis-spellings while innings and updates are unclear. The report lists multiple pitchers, errors, hits by Murray and Green, and late innings confusion.

Amateurs Prepare For Driving Contest At Olmos Basin

More than 75 amateurs practice for the amateur driving contest set for Olmos Basin driving court at 8 45 Sunday night. Contestants hit three balls each to measure average distance. The winner uses a fine set of Walter Hagen woods.

Olmos Basin Walter Hagen Woods Foch Wil

Harris to face Pirates after season end trade

Bill Harris star Galveston pitcher now traded to Fort Worth will try out with the Pittsburgh Pirates either after the 1930 season or at its start. A Pirates scout and Teague Club involvement signal pursuit. Harris stands to gain a $4000 bonus if he helps Fort Worth win seven games and a contract settlement follows.

Galveston Nol Bill Harris Fort Worth Pittsburgh Pirates Meine Aiis Pittsburgh Cenlls Harris Sheath Moody Nations Teague Club Bednar I'ed Robinson Swith Billy Cottona Moody Haris Wit Harris Cowtown Tforrer

Bank League game ends in tense tie late Tuesday

The Frost Nationals and the Nations Bank of Commerce fought to a 20 all tie in a seven inning Book league contest Tuesday night. Pitchers Matpack and Forthxgin worked for the Prost nide, while Molsakamp and Bain pitched for the opposing team.

Wings of Wight Frost Nationals Nations Bank of Commerce Tuesdas

Walker Fights Sharkey Stir Up Bout Debate

Report says Mickey Walker faced Jack Sharkey in a controversial bout with some observers believing Sharkey edged ahead while others claim Walker controlled the match and won. The result drew mixed opinions from fans and analysts.

Grin Reveals Satisfaction Amid Eye Patch Display

The moment captures a pleased expression shown despite the eye patch, highlighting the subject's positive reaction to his recent performance or appearance. The image or scene emphasizes resilience and a cheerful demeanor under a medical or cosmetic constraint.

No-Professional Tennis For Helen Wills Moody

Helen Wills Moody denies reports she has been approached to turn professional and tour with Cotchet Cochet. She spoke at Seabright Lawn Tennis Club insisting she remains an amateur and has no plans for exhibition films or endorsements while preparing for a match in the Indies singles.

Helen Wills Moody Michae J.X Shabright Tuly Buzzone Lengien Simon Pures Vinnie Micherds Bill Tilden Heck Cechet Quien Welen Seabright Lawn Tennis and Cricket Club Te di J. Foster Menri Cochet Ste Morties Short Pictures Rovdy Jones

Del Rio Team Beats Alpine in Tourney

Alpine led by Mayor George W Barnes suffers loss as Del Rio hosts a Sunday tournament. A return match is planned to be held in Alpine, per local club notices in the Steen Association.

del Rio Alpine Teves Alpine Polfeta George W. Barnes Steen Association Nce Nliekt Fepartet

White Cats win two Sunday engagements in softball doubleheader

Schlather's White Cats defeated the Household fleers in a Sunday doubleheader. First game ended 8-5 with the Cats ahead, while the second game concluded 11-10 in a close finish. Pitcher details and individual scorers are listed among the line scores and player notes.

Schlather White Cats Fleers Kukemiall Bayern Ault Dizag Strey Soleey Laiber Fr Bice Hirey Sulues Suhlaibte Rare

Ring Injury Fatal to Fighter in Iowa Bout

A boxing match in Blupes Iowa ended tragically when Wile Fred Speed, 24, collapsed in the ring after a technical knockout loss to ert Tane. He was rushed to a hospital but did not regain consciousness and was pronounced dead.

Iowa Council Blupes Wilefred Todforth Ert Tane Uudseeth

Texas Leaders Batting Card From Beaumont Shreveport Series

In a June through July period, Blanton and Wiehlta tied for doubles with 38. White and Beaumont Led with 13 triples. Solters, Shreveport hit 37 homers. Medeick and Blanton noted steals. Dean of Houston credited 20 RBIs. Dayne also contributed. Complete games by Hartle Fort Worth 24. Firing outs: Dean 187. Lang Stonkallan on a run.

Hie Wa Weiner Anon Beaumont Atanton Wiehita Blanton Wiehlta White Brive Teaumont Solters Shreveport Medeeick Meanton Amen Dean Eunuston Dayne Houston Gemea Hartle Fort Worth Lang Stonkallan

Army Playoff Hopes Rise as Leaders Clash in Brooks Field Showdown

The Brooks Field Fliers and the Second Wield Artillery brigade, tied for first in the Army league half, face Wednesday games at Fort Sem Hawkton. A win by either side would likely force a playoff. if needed, games would start Thursday. Scores include Twenty-third infantry edging Ninth infantry 10 to 0, and Camp Normoyle defeating Second Medical regiment 6 to 2.

Brooks Field Fliers Wield Artillery Brigade Fort Sem Hawkton Brooks Field Amedical Twenty-third Infantry Ninth Infantry Normoyie Oulfit Sacond Medical Regiment Fire Intentry Perkovich rRan Ritey Hendrix Tia Sprouse Darnell Menuriz Inainga Plichet Minnia Kins Bila Wi Ming Stinnis Garoed Minnis Ponne Baey Oo Lalla Testhing Gleuch Oul Tivale Foune Watkins Watkin Sett

Sparkling hits lift several teams in early season play

Sparklers Hy ne Associated Press reports Red Fothergill White and Sor-FHit connect a home run triple and two doubles against the Yankees. Charley Root leads Cubs to a season-high win over the Phillies Storace Lisenbre. Red Hox-Feld Tigers collect three hits in a San Luis victory. Tony Cugelnelio Hede-Tatted in three runs including the deciding counter against Brooklyn. Sam Jones Senatora pitches Webington to 81 history, allowing six hits. Sparky Adams Cardinals score lone run in 1 0 victory over Brazee. AS Simmons Athletica hits a life end home run that starts a rally to beat Frowns 3 to 0. Carl Hobdell Glantse shines as victors halt Pirates.

Red Fothergill Yankees Charley Root Cubs Phillies Storace

Matthies Marketmen Seek Sunday Game at San Pedro Park

Matthies Marketmen practice Friday at 3 PM in San Pedro park and seek a Sunday afternoon game. They have the Ban Tredea diamond reserved 4 to 6 PM Sunday evening. Interested teams contact Johnny Ackerman of the Jublie Berelee company collection department.

San Pedro Park Ithen Johnny Ackerman Jublie Berelee Company

Prizes to be Given at Midget Golf Champs

In Prettler City Open miniature golf tournament at Sunny Tinka, prizes will be awarded at 30 o clock Wednesday night. Reporter Strnager Cobb notes after awards Miss Finrenre Alteranenn and Mr Varry Smons will compete for the leading women's prize.

Pelzer Mardal Elinneen Sunny Tinka Strnager Cobb Finrenre

Kaye Don Seeks New Speed Mark in Toronto

Kaye Don Relish Sportsman plans to set a new speed heat record at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto. The attempt will use the Miss England TL starting July 31 with a target surpassing his 110.22 mph record set at Garhone on the Fallon Wiviera recently.

Toronto Ontario Kaye Don Don Gar- Hone Fallan Wiviera

Walker Favored In Grudge Ring Against Schmeling

In Scranton discussions compare Walker and Schmeling, weighing Walker’s speed and body work against Schmeling’s size and power. Analysts favor Walker’s chances if active, noting his toughness and potential to outbox the German, with betting in Chicago suggesting a fight could draw strong money.

Walker

Runge Team Swamped by Turkey Trotters

Cuero Cuers Turkey Trotters routed Runge 17 to 1 in Cuero on July 22. Runge pitcher Bran struggled as Turkey Trotters attacked from the start, with poor Runge fielding aiding the visitor surge. Larerence Dienze received solid support though Runge’s defense faltered throughout the game.

Turkey Trotters Cuero Cuers Runge Bunilay Itunga Snficht Trottera Ecore Larerence Dienze Ceca Swoundeman Nichad Srell

Boxing Whimsy and Woes Stir New York Athletic Board

In New York on July 28 the athletic board tackled boxing oddities as promoter Jimmy Johnston sought Alexie Rosenbloom, the heavyweight champion, to prepare for an August 5 bout in Buffalo. Amid misfires, Sammy White was suspended for fighting in an unlicensed club, and welterweight Lon Brouillard of Worcester filed a challenge to Yn Thompson for the 147-pound title after recent defeat.

New York New York State Athletic Cantale Stan Jimmy Johnston Alexie Hosenbinom Wille Jimmy Slagtery Luffalo Min ‘Cho Mohaztan Tt Moxig Sammy White Tetary Sammy Thanee Lon Brouillard Worcester Maren Yn Thompson Werd Thompson Tse

Briton Plans Net Conquest At American Final

Fred Perry, British tennis star, will compete in the American final championships at Forest Hills. His father, F. Perry, Labour MP, said he is proud of Fred’s display and will ensure he has every opportunity to develop his fame. Perry faced strong opponents in the Davis Cup interzone, losing to Henri Cochet in the challenge rounds while defeating Sidney Wood.

London Frederick Perry Forest Hille F. Perry Fred Terry Britain Davis Jeun Mateles Geainst United States Posey Prank Shielda Sidney DB. Wood Henri _Cochrt Prange Pan Jean Dorayra

Linen suit laundering service found by Sunshine Laundry

Sunshine Laundry has discovered a process to make linen suits look like new. Contact Grockett at phone 3372 for details on the treatment and pricing.

Sunshine Laundry Grockett

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