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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1926
Page
4
Beanstalk season notes report Orsatti briefly joined the Bears with four first-day hits before illness. Butch Klein moved to left field with a power surge. The club, under President Harry Abies, plans to add another pitcher as Bealmont hosts a two-game set. Jim Galloway pitched well in the opener, aiding a 5 to 0 shutout.
In Cleveland Ohio the 9 UP hitters and runners produced a run spree with three pinch batters and three substitute runners scoring. Catcher Tate batting for Ogden tripled and scored. Dut Routher batting for Morrell reached on an error, and Knode batting for Teacey was awarded a base on balls and ran for Ruel. Steward for Renther and Kueda for Levsen also scored in the ninth.
San Antonio Beaumont defeats Klein in the two games with key hits by Reagan and Dunning. Gallo, Bodie, and Deviveros contributing several runs as pitchers Caldera and Lindsey split mound duties. Final totals show Beaumont winning one game with solid fielding and timely hitting.
Dispatches report the Gulf Coast League may add Galveston and South Houston, with Victoria and Brownsville discussions ongoing. Kingsville Tulsa transfer talks surface as teams eye entry from Laredo Corpus Christi and Monterey proposals stir up attendance and financial implications.
Teri Rickard has been licensed as matchmaker at Yankee Stadium, operating as Rickard Sporting Club. The award places him under the New York State Athletic Commission, clarifying his status and allowing the commission to mandate matchups such as Dempsey versus Tunney, with potential stadium permit repercussions for noncompliance.
The General Office team defeated the Live Wires 6-0 in the Public Service League on Tuesday. Menger pitched well for the winners with ten strikeouts, Maes of the Live Wires held to six hits but ineffective control. Way led the offense with a single and a triple, while Weltman added two singles as the victory kept the office crew atop the standings ahead of the Transporters.
In a busy pennant chase the Chicago teams showed fight as the Yankees edged Detroit 7 1 and Ruth hit two homers in a 3 1 triumph at Cleveland. The Cubs beat New York as Root shut down the Giants, while Boston toppled Cincinnati 9 7.
Willis Hudlin, the Waco Cubs standout, will debut in the major leagues with Cleveland after a stronger offer than the Yankees. Cleveland matched the $1,000 start and added a starter and a pitcher, with Hudlin reverting after the Texas League season. the Yankees deal collapsed over confirmation.
Cleveland action featured Bryse Downes waning from Augie Ratner. In Indianapolis Joe Gurson drew with Billings boxer Sly Ster. Timmy Webber lost to Jack Reynolds in 135 pounds. Bushy Graham defeated Eddie O'Dowd in Syre state results. Phil Kaplan beat Joe Simovich at Queensboro arena in New York. Howard Mayberry defeated Young Nationalista in Portland Oregon.
Pat Oliver of San Antonio located a promising pitcher in Burk Burnett Texas earning $50 a month plus board. The discovery highlights a affordable talent drawn from sparse Texas spaces attracting NL attention.
The article recalls pitcher Jess Petty and scout Pat Oliver tracing Petty’s rise from Texas to the majors. It highlights Petty’s first six wins for the Robins, a one hit shutout of the Giants, and comparisons to Christy Mathewson. Petty’s Texas roots are noted, with Oliver’s lifelong involvement in baseball and future plans in Casper, Wyoming.
The report details Paul Berlenbach defending his light heavyweight title against Young Steibling of Atlanta Georgia at the stadium tomorrow night. Steibling is regarded as a capable mixer though not a forced fighter, with both contenders listed as fit after strong training sessions.
On the third day of the annual Texas state open in Fort Worth, seven singles matches were listed with no Fort Worth players. Wilmer Milzon meets Russell Pear. Berkeley Bell defeats Timmy Quick in an exhibition to crown unofficial junior champion.
Four athletes from Avenue High School returned home with medals after placing fourth in the national interscholastic meet held in Chicago. Crowell placed second in the half mile, Herman the javelin standout finished strong, and Kap and teammates impressed crowds with their high jump and other events during the national competition. Coach Fessenden praised the squad as they trained days at the University of Illinois prior to the trip to San Antonio.
Seguin prep squad assembles top local pitchers for Sunday game against the Aztecs. Burke Glas pitches for the San Antonio Sunsets with Jeroy Hicks and Youny Muel dee among key arms. Fernfeld Schoenemann join the White Sox infield and Borg fel Stants Pehrendt patrol the gardens.
Two matches were played at Tillis Field on Tuesday afternoon. Mary Tallise Hitt defeated Theresa Franks in the first match. Tigsy McLean beat Minnie Tanner in a hard fought contest. Drawings for the boys and girls doubles will be held Saturday morning as the tournaments aim to select city participants for the state meet.
National League leaders include Kattinag Cusler Pirates 871 runs Blades Cardinals 40 hits Cuyler Pirates 89 doubles Fun Giants 21 triples Wright Pirates 11 homers Patternney Cardinals. Meadows V Pirates won 7 Test. American League leaders include Raton AUEE 6 fights Yanks. Hits Seniters Burns Indians 7 doubles Burns Tadions 24 triples Gehrig Yanks 11 homers Ruth Yanks 21 stolen bases Mousel Yanks 12 Heath Host Yanks won 10 lost 2.
Beaumont defeats San Antonio 12 to 5 as Dallas, Shreveport and Waco chase leads in the Texas League standings. Wichita Falls drops to 4 while other score notes include 21 runs in the district.
Baseball results show Cleveland beating Washington 69 to 45 in Cleveland. Chicago defeated Philadelphia, Detroit bested New York, and St Louis edged Boston with multiple pitchers named. Scoring details appear incomplete with several line breaks and unclear figures.
Baseball scores and standings from major leagues and regional leagues updating Chicago’s 2-1 win over New York. Includes results for Pittsburgh Brooklyn Cincinnati Philadelphia St Louis and international and minor leagues with league leaders and notable games and forfeit notes.
Baseball news from New York reports Detroit acquires Arlie Wilbur Cooper, the Ube rago Cubs southpaw, for more than waiver price. Carl Mays of Cincinnati is to be released. Teague of the Reds is also waived. Shain of the Cubs refused a move to Indianapolis, which bought his contract. Cooper, a left hander in majors since 1912, was part of a 1994 deal that sent Rim i to the Cubs along with Aldridge and Grimm, amid much speculation over the exchanges.
Norwegian pole vaulter Charles Hoff plans to sue the Amateur Athletic Union for $40,000 damages, alleging defamation after his suspension and permit revocation. A A U officials have not provided a full explanation for the suspension as Hoff proceeds with legal steps.
In the City League preview, Gulf Oilers and Sterad Hearts aim to break a tie for first as Oilers seek to outpace Heaters and pull away. Sacred Heart nine vows to derail the Specials while Friday schedules feature Orange Crush versus league traders and other tight matchups. Fredericksburg Giants triumphed 19 to 0 over Menard, and Kaut M. Shoemen push for more after double header wins over Chapultepecs.
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