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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1916

Page

18

Welsh Leonard Grip London Onlooker in Madison Square Garden

Freddie Welsh the airweight world champion faces Leonard in a heated bout discussion. Leonard carries a punishing style and could outpace Welsh as both aim to finish within ten to twenty rounds. Gibbons and New York observers weigh prospects against White, with Mike Gibbons facing criticism for past showings.

New York Freddie Welsh Berni Lecrerc & Shark Chrsagh Lenard Lagbrweest Thoredar Larmerc Westingter Leomeré Jever Eas Welsh Madison Square Garden Leonard White Onard the Gibbons al Reich Ted Lewis

Mathewson Faces a Young Style Comeback Prospect

New York, June 10. Christy Mathewson may imitate Cy Young’s 1907 revival as he begins the season strong after arm trouble. The piece traces Young’s late-career resurgences and parallels with Mathewson’s 1916 return, noting both veterans overcame early doubts to dominate again with smart pitching and strategy.

Giants Rally Back in Historic Baseball Surge

New York Giants surge from a disastrous start to win 17 straight, challenging for the pennant as McGraw’s lineup led by Robertson Burns Merkle Doyle and Kauff stacks up as a powerful hitting force. Across the majors, Walter Johnson’s record and the Grand Circuit prize money dominate discussions with strong showings by Walter Johnson’s teams, Felix L Heureux prospects and notable performances from Al Walters and Prince Loree in various sports.

New York New York Giants Giants McGraw Robertson Burns Merkle Doyle Kauff Cleveland Lajoie Flick Bay Bemis Bradley Hickman Yankees al Walters Nunamaker Alexander Walters

Smith Form-A-Truck Sets Economic Record

A Detroit area demonstration shows a Smith form a truck with steel dump body hauling dirt from excavations far faster than horse wagons. The light truck delivers loads in 15 minutes, uses 15 miles per gallon, and outperforms heavier motor trucks, prompting widespread adoption across Eastern Michigan and orders surpassing 13 million dollars since last November.

E. T. Towar Engineering Company Detroit Michigan Central Western George Wroten A. E. Staacke Company Smith San Antonio

Dort Roadster Shipments Boost Fraser Auto Supply Wins

Fraser Auto Supply announces weekly Dort roadster shipments from the factory to meet rising demand in San Antonio territory. The roadster is praised for easy ride, low fuel use, complete equipment, and economical upkeep, with immediate delivery now arranged and a focus on filling current orders.

Fraser Auto Supply Company Alex Fraser Fraser Company San Antonio

Major League Teams Enjoying Prosperity in New Era of Baseball

New York reports paint a rosy baseball scene as Yankees and Giants gain strong attendance and Cleveland Indians attract crowds with early success. Prospects look bright nationwide despite St. Louis clubs lagging due to pitching woes. The end of the Federal League and influx of players are cited as key drivers of renewed interest.

New York Yankees Giants Polo Grounds Cleveland Indians St. Louis

Women responsible for improvements through female influence

By John N Willys president of Willys Overland explains how women car buyers drive design and quality decisions. He notes women influence purchases, demand harmony and beauty, and can sway dealer success when cars fail feminine standards. The piece also mentions a German electrical society award and a German ice cooled air device for pick rooms.

John N. Willys Willys-Overland Company

Western Handicap Trapshooting Boosted by Omaha Club

The article details the eleventh annual great western handicap at the Omaha Gun Club in Omaha Nebraska with hopes for about 500 entries. It notes new events including a women’s 100 target event, the Squier money back system, and a possible five man team from the middle west.

Peter P. Carney Interstate Association Omaha Gun Club Omaha Neb Great Western Middle West Nebraska Nebraska Elks Bill

This Week's Events Gun Clubs Gather in Various States

June 12 13 events cover Amarillo Texas Jamestown North Dakota La Moure North Dakota Valparaiso Indiana and Aitkin Minnesota with Idaho state tournament continuing under way gun clubs host the shoots plans listed for June 12 and 13 across multiple locations.

West Virginia West Virgin State Sportsmen's Association Elkins West Va North Dakota North Dako State Sportsmen's Association Lisbon N. Dak Central Pennsylvania Ebenburg Waynesboro Oneida Lake Hallie el Claire Wis Wellingto Mass Hartford (Conn Analestian Washinton D. C Metropolitan Chicag Amarillo Tex Jamestown la Moure Valparaiso Ind Aitkin (Minn Idaho

Army Orders List Promotions and Assignments

Promotions and assignments announced for officers in the Cavalry, Field Artillery, and Infantry. George A F Trumbo moves to captain with Sixth Cavalry, George Patton Jr to first lieutenant with Tenth Cavalry, and Captain William Screws assigned to Eleventh Infantry. others include Raymond March, William Wilbur, Lucien Talifferro, Harold Bateman, Donald Cubbison, and Colonel Truett changing duty roles.

George A. F. Trumbo Sixth Cavalry George 8. Patton JR Secon Eighth Cavalry First Letenant Tenth Cavalry William Screws Infantry Elventh Infantry Raymond March Sixth Field Artille William Wilbur Third Field Artillery Field Artlery Donald Cubbison Field Artillery Fourth Field Artillery

Odessa Stirred by Court Martial Scandal

In Odessa a sensational court martial reveals an underground group aiming to release men of military age. Judge Dorjanoffsky of Tekaterinostaff presided as young men faced trials for crimes they did not commit. Each false trial brought the judge a $500 payment.

Moscow Odessa Dojanoffsky Tekaterinostaff Judi Dorjanoffsky

The Easiest Wer. Tommy and Jack Tea Hide and Seek

Tommy invites Jac for tea while sick at home. They play hide and seek. Tommy asks his father to hide him. Father hides behind an armchair as Jack arrives and refuses to help search, waiting for Tommy to be found.

Tommy Jac Jack Fmal London

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