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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1928

Page

19

Fort Sam show bout canceled amid purse doubt and chaos

Promoter James heard reports of a planned bout between two light heavyweights at Fort Sam Houston on June 21 that collapsed after purse demands and drawing power concerns. The card was shifted to June 22 headlined by the big boy as talks with top contenders stalled.

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Major Leaders in Baseball Scoring and Plays Report

A dense OCR fragment lists baseball leaders and game notes including doubles triples and home runs. Names such as Walker Juds and others appear with team references and point tallies, mentioning leagues and players like Yanks and Giants in a summary of statistical leaders and notable plays.

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Baseball notes on Grimes and Moriarty hopes stalled team

A garbled baseball page outlines Grimes recovering from a spike wound and a sluggish start to the season. Manager Moriarty plans to test Vat Mastering for the field while critiquing other players like Fothergill and Hollman as the Tigers struggle.

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College Crew Near Disaster

California varsity crew narrowly escaped a capsizing on the Hudson River while crossing from the Carvel boathouse to the west shore. The shell filled with water, forcing the crew to row with great difficulty as officials improvised to reach safety and avoid disaster.

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TEX KEEPS HOFFMAN ON OLYMPIC SQUAD

The report notes Hoffman remains on the Olympic squad amid team discussions and selection decisions. Officials indicate continued support for the heavyweight contender as they finalize the roster for upcoming trials and championships.

Tex Keeps Hoffman

Professor Flores Exhibition At Jack Shellon's Gym

A nostalgic preview of an amateur boxing night at Cautiflower College led by Professor Mons. Alfonse Elures known as Kid Tancho. The event features several four round bouts including Pancho, Jimmy Wagar, and Mike Delaney with plans for multiple undercard fights and a main event that may hinge on Pancho versus the uncertain opponent.

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Tight results drive the autographed dress match notes

Autocinted dress event yields tight results with multiple knockdowns and disputed decisions. Fighters from Nor way, Baltimore, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, Milwaukee, Cleveland, and other locations clash in a dense card with several stoppages and technical notes.

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Buckeyes Edge Rival in Knot Hole Standings Boost

Unclear OCR yields Buckeyes climbing in standings over Mol Wolts with a close win. Tigers beat Wells Cab, 13 to in a forced game, with forfeits noted and another matchup cancelled. Morning alignments at Tianna Field hinted.

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Victory Title Bout Highlights Offshore Tiffa Thriller

Debris of names and places blur a boxing card with Mueller seeking a decisive win over Tack Terg while Thurailag and Jm Mullen loom as contenders. The lightweight and featherweight bouts feature Samms Monifelt and Teikiweight champ len bellaves as Formidable Hehtrveigliean defends in a tense card today.

Joe Montana Faces Kid Pancho in City Fight Night

In Mexico City, Joe Montana a speedy, stiff-punching youngster seeks a scalp by challenging Kid Pancho in a fisth racket bout at the Business Men's A. C. Tuesday night. Pancho, renowned for clever moves, stands as a tough test.

Joe Montana Mexico City A. C Kid Pancho

Ace’s Gloves Stop ’Em As Neatly as His Chin

Ace Tfviklas of Nebraska, challenging Mickey Widkor for the lightweight crown, trains at a Chicago park. He practices defense and counterpunching with Windcat and others, drills with Glove partners, and remains focused on improving technique and timing.

Ace Chilago Tfviklas Nebraska Mickey Widkor White Sox Anne Chranka Fania Sweeplis

Yankees Endure Seven Straight Losses In Tough Tilt

The New York Yankees drop to seven straight defeats as Chicago White Sox relief the battering with strong pitching and timely hitting. Ruth’s slump and a late seventh inning error by Mastil help the visitors seize control, while Detroit's Homer round trips highlight the day’s NL tight races.

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Arrest Keeps Racer Keech in Custody on Record Charge

Keetch, a noted world speed record holder, was arrested on a motor vehicle related charge. Authorities allege indicated intent to pursue a suit against the driver in Adkins City. Keech announced plans for a cross country trip to New Jersey and was held without bond after a preliminary hearing in court here.

Deon Jane Chly Noah Adkins City Keech New Jersey Aoith Yeas Weing

Laundrymen Crown Yanks as White Sox Wear New Uniforms

In Chicago the White Sox debuted white uniforms with a dark stripe, while the laundrymen for the Yanks cheered their team on as they beat the opposing squad. A club official noted the win, and fans reacted with hopeful smiles about future matchups.

Swiday White Sox Vrotenlay

Whitney's Record In the Big League

Tinker Whitner collected a hit for the Philadelphia Nationals driving in a run as they beat Pittsburgh. Carmen Will pitched for the National League champions while Whitner fielded perfectly with assists in the field.

Whitney Tinker Whitner Philadelphia Nationals Pietsburgh Carmen Will Whitner Usial

Dempsey Rumor Rumors Circulate In Boxing Circles

Local boxing fans hear a renewed talk of Jack Dempsey returning to the ring. Reports trace the chatter to Tex Rickard and promoter Karl Rickard associates, with discussions about a possible September revival and a staged comeback as the sport debates the ex‑champion’s return and retirement plans.

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Officials Discuss Planned Golf War To Lure Pros

San Antonio officials including Secretary To Styman and Vic Herndon of the chamber plan talks with Durward Moyes of the Los Angeles junior chamber to resolve a looming golf war over winter opens and purses. California money and Florida interest are cited as factors in a proposed schedule aligning with the Los Angeles Open and Texas Open early winter.

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Artillerymen Easy Winners in Rough Match

The Artillerymen secured an easy victory as Meath and Crossthwaite led with strong early play. Amid errors by the opposition, the Artillerybrigade built a lead, with Ann Myler and Michaela among the standout scorers.

Meath Crossthwaite Ann Myler Michaela

Country Club Golfers Prepare For Championship Flight

The Country Club hosts a week long golf championship starting May 1 with over a hundred entries. The event runs in three flights of sixteen players each and offers prizes for winners. Qualifying rounds begin with morning play and finals in the afternoon.

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Harris Ex Brain Hits Four Homers In Five At Bats

Harris, a former pitcher turned slugger, hits four homers in a five at bat spree for Midian in the West Texas League, helping overpower Urn 27 scorn in a dramatic win. The record notes past associations and camp history, mentioning Teerolt and Te Mroueh, with later reference to AMERICAN ASSOCIATION standings and Kansas City.

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