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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1928
Page
17
June 1 14 in W NORE reports mention Tommy Longhrnat as reigning heavyweight king and Aberdean Assassin poised to win. Scranton coal miner Winsett matched with Tos ive at Eb betta Field. crowd expected strong turnout and bets around per cent.
A detailed, somewhat garbled report recounts Ketchel and Thomas boxing at an Oakland or San Francisco venue. It notes Ketchel’s agile defense, Thomas’s power, rounds where Thomas struggled with endurance, and Ketchel’s dramatic knockdowns and near-fall before a late stoppage. O’Leary and O’Connor provide color on weigh-ins, drinking, and the fighters’ finances.
Texan shooter E. L. Woodward dominated the international trap shooting event, setting a new consecutive hit record and surpassing the previous mark of 450 targets. Woodward led a strong field including S. M. Crothers, Mir Murry Harrison, and Henry Clark, with Keffer claiming the professional crown and Winded fourth earning the team trophy for the United States team.
In a lively Southern confrontation, Pyle shines as Memphis and Nashville highlight a week of league action. Hib leads Nashville with five key hits while Mobile edges the Vols and Chattanooga rallies to a dramatic win over New Orleans. Clon and Crackers deliver late game drama as series standings tighten.
National junior tennis champion Midge Gladman departs for the Eastern circuit, aiming to compete in key summer events including the national clay court championship at Indianapolis and the Canadian national championships. The schedule also lists stops at Forest Hills and other major venues, with preparations for multiple circuit events and rankings this year.
Middleweight champion Mickey Walker prepares for his Chicago title bout with Ace Hodkins on June 21. A widely circulated caricature by famed cartoonist Korburg portrays Walker as a handsome young figure, underscoring his marketable image.
Incomplete box score text shows innings and player events with multiple misspellings. Mentions include Grittin, Mt. Coble, Turgeon, and Cranetos with various hits, runs, and errors, but specific team names, dates, and final scores are unreadable. The fragment references pitching lines and fielding actions amid garbled OCR.
Western Association game recap notes a high scoring sequence as Slugging Buffs accumulate five hits off pitcher Hubbell. Multiple players credited with key hits and runs as teams exchange leads through the contest.
Ace Hulking, who faced a ten year term for failure to carry temporary insurance, has been reinstated by the Wisconsin Taxing Council Hudkins fight organizers. Walker, Brleholder, and others praised the decision as restoring championship contention amid a disputed Tune at event.
The report outlines intentions to split the upcoming season for the city minor league, citing management discussions and potential scheduling changes. Details remain unclear as organizers weigh structure, team alignments, and funding, with a formal decision expected after a board meeting.
In a brisk six round bout, Pancho was outmatched by Mexico City prodigy Joe Montana. Montana's sharp counters and body work wore down Pancho, ending with a knockdown and a decisive decision as the crowd watched keenly for the outcome.
The Grocers defeated the Airmen 7 to 3 in an exhibition game Tuesday. Keele led with three trips, Nagles doubled twice, and Amble, Deal, and Beret pitched for the Grocers, while Rudd and Woy worked for the Airmen in a misplayed but lively contest.
Ray Keech, holder of the dirt track speed record, won a 100 mile race today, setting a new mark on the dirt oval. The event featured Fischer Ten contestants with top speeds and steady laps before Keech claimed the victory and a new record.
Former University of Teens stars Johnny Kyles and Sandi Esquivel join Fort Worth athletic club for a bowling exhibition during West Texas Chamber of Commerce event. Kyles faces Arch AREA Dits of Thrawnweend, Esquivel faces Clyde Onsstain of Oklahoma City. Estes makes professional debut in Kerrville exhibition.
Sunday action centers on parish league games with St Cevalio's holding early ace status after a 11 0 win over St Mary's. St Mary’s faces Dick Haga defending against St Lecitia's as a 2 pm Sunday double header at Comencio Park. Ancred Epark and He sill meet in the first, while Rt Cerarl's and 81 Peter's clash in the second. Pat A Miller resigns as St Gerard's aerial trudes chief with Amolleneanius awaiting replacement Tuesday.
The United States women’s team for the Wightman Cup in Wimbledon is announced with Selen Wills and Miss Mela Mallory among the leaders. Miss Wills is slated as No 1, with Miss Jacobs in the singles lineup and Miss Mallory pairing in doubles. The squad trains in England ahead of matches this Friday and Saturday, as the American players prepare for the British rivals and the Wimbledon championships afterward.
HOSLON Tine 1%-(4)-Preit Moncicwicz of Brocklaw joins the Boston college baseball roster after four years at Shortston. The player, linked to Washington, is expected to debut next Tuesday, with Tus ton Red Sox signing today.
Purdue senior Johnny Lehman, Western Conference champion, withdrew from the qualifying room for the national open. Officials required him to return to Lafayette to receive his degree. The field included 20 qualifiers with noted contenders from Albany, Chicago, and other colleges.
Simmons to begin construction on the first section of the new athletic stadium in the near future. The initial section will seat about 10,000, with future additions planned to raise total capacity to 20,000. Total plant cost estimated at 75,000 dollars and locations listed include towns like Quincy and Danville.
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