Contract of Vet Goes For Cash
Boston on June 1 reports the sale of First Baseman Jimy Foxx to the Chicago Cubs for cash. Foxx, a longtime Red Sox captain and star, was acquired from Connie Mack's Athletics after breaking in as a catcher in 1923.
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1942
Page
4
Boston on June 1 reports the sale of First Baseman Jimy Foxx to the Chicago Cubs for cash. Foxx, a longtime Red Sox captain and star, was acquired from Connie Mack's Athletics after breaking in as a catcher in 1923.
Duncan Field Bombers defeated Corpus Christi Eagles 6 to 8 in Corpus Christi on Sunday. Crowd over 1200 attended as admission funds aided war relief. Next Sunday in Houston the Bombers face Pepsi-Cola Allants at Week Field, then schedule shows Cat Nor Moyle, Ninth Infantry, Randolph Mexican games in late June. For details, contact Lonnie Greer at Dione O-b52h.
Auburn footballers signed up for the Marine reserve program. Coach Jack Meagher announced several players, including graduates from nearby Chey, would join Class 3. The note confirmed enlistments as the team eyes remaining games this season.
The 1941 So9nite championship classic in Thellaapolis saw racer Saylor killed in a crash when his car struck an embankment. Driver Blitded by dusty conditions, piloted a light-pointed car owned by Taye Dreyer. Investigators indicated the accident occurred as Saylor’s vehicle veered off course during high speed.
Rec club posted two new high scores as Galveston and Houston Elks led in Class divisions. Walker Johnson and Lewin starred in doubles and Glass led in singles with notable totals. Prizes tallied for clubs, with Houston Turnverein and Galveston Engies each at six first prizes. dog show crowned Shamplon Berta Vo Gheshucel as best among entrants.
A chaotic sportpage recounts Sunday events with mentions of promoters in New York and San Antonio, baseball figures including Raul, Monia, and Geklig, and notes on crowd sizes, injuries, and transportation slowdowns affecting game times and exhibitions across leagues.
San Antonio football district plans face a possible shift to twilight games as officials consider adjusting schedules within 25 miles of the coast city. The measure aims to ease crowding while accommodating teams like Tech and Corpus Christi Brack/Brame in the region, with final decisions expected by next fall and local fans watching for timetable changes.
Sam Snead, 30, from the United States, defeated Turnesa to win the Professional Golfers Association championship amid tense play and a stadium of cheering fans. Snead’s nerve and precise play carried him to a historic victory, ending a run of major disappointments and delivering a marquee win for his career.
San Antonio’s county club hosted a two day golf tournament with Hale America netting 139 dollars in the overall gross and 134 in net after two financial checks. Scores and names from the event include Shiney as writer, George Ryan Aen Wott, and BRIG among others. Independence Day Hale America money lines were noted, with participants from local clubs and municipal venues.
Players face letters from home and questions about duty as the season continues. Managers discuss war impact, balks and errors rise in fast-paced games while teams juggle rosters and travel amid national tensions.
Atlantic City reports the Professional Golfers Association voting to stage its next championship at Seaview Lodge near College, with past winners and organizers noting wartime travel restrictions. The timing and venue remain tentative as officials assess next year’s schedule and feasibility for top players.
Jule Ih ndust by Way oof ettiing the iing Rung ned ont, Flix Ber Jones today dsated on challenge for 9 match race betwen his charge Whirlaway Market Wise. He hopes to settle their rivalry in the next week or days with a $30,000 race at Aqueduct on June 27. Ben seeks the race as a step toward whittle down Whirlaway's earnings gap to Sea fruit's record.
Veltman Kids dropped a two game set in the Conus Christi region, losing 6 to 4 on Saturday and 8 to 4 the next day. Lloyd Schwirt and Johny Burkholder hurled strong games for Vel tumans, while the Sailors connected for key hits to secure the wins.
Harold Cline of San Antonio earns 68 score with 897 points to win the spring pistol aggregate, leading a diverse field across expert and high master classes. Other top finishers include Lt. Pentington and J. B. Davies, with Charles Rossi and Obie class winners also noted, as a large lineup of shooters from multiple Texas cities compete at Reed Range.
Hell n Maria owned and ridden by Campbell Sewell wins the $500 pacing stakes at Brackenridge Park, with Dermick King second and Hex Glow third. The three day show in Houston area closes Sunday night as officials report a large crowd and medical supply support.
Johnny Dawson defeats Bruce McCormick to win the Southern Gilford amateur golf championship at the Pacific Coast League event in Los Angeles. The final score is reported as 10 to B with Oaklasa, La San Francisco, and other listed clubs in the field.
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