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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1930
Page
5
Preliminary figures show a net gain around 740000 with tax deductions bringing it to about 711000. The Sharkey Schmeling event highlights a fund derived from radio broadcasting and concessions, with an Aue Fund benefit of 155000 slated for babies and potential increases by February 36000.
John Callan of Austria wins the tenth annual Toras Rifle Association meet at Camp Murray Austin exceeding last year’s high point with a 24 score. Sergeant Lindey of San Antonio matches Callan’s 24. Runner up Owen Hart earns 40 and J C Talcott of San Antonio claims 1027 total 417 points. Eight events held Friday with records set amid high wind and cheaplite conditions.
Brooks Field Mlora defeated the Second Bellal Tegment 1-5 on Friday restarting Bert Bam Union play. Saturday the Ninth Infantry and Second Field Artillery Brigade were set to clash with Twenty-third Infantry and Gosclet Teoova slated for a platooned formation Sunday. Roster details list Maceman McKenney Bratth Lance Helentos and others with Haagen and Slime among pitchers and hitters.
The article reports Max Schmeling’s disqualification and public sentiment denying him credit for a controversial 15 round heavyweight bout with Jack Sharkey. It notes Schmeling’s long layoff, plans to tour the U S, and potential rematch hopes at Madison Square Garden. It discusses the sport’s status, possible open title, and committee opinions on foul play and title recognition.
The Dallas team trims its roster to 18 by waiving Elmer Fysed and Tod Jourdan as part of Texas League roster management. Reports also note further reinforcements and personnel moves, including Dutiemore and Englieh from San Antonio being targeted to bolster the HIN Country league flag race.
Billy Arnold among racers for the 200 mile Automobie race at Monoma June. list includes Shorty Cantlon Deacon Tits Hebe Stapp and others. mentions previous Memorial Day Indianapolis winner and several crews and participants.
Officers of the S Ay Gun club announce the first night trap shoot this Saturday. President D. A. Sallacans leads the lineup with vice president A. S. Witebel secretary W. M. Murthies and field captain Ban Riordan among planners.
In Waco Texas postponement of final matches for the Texas Professional Golf Association event was decided with the 86 hole final set for Sunday. Prominent players include George Ausbach from Spring and J J Matthews of Cisco Country Club facing Frank Tabor of San Antonio. Ruthacis defeated Lefty Stackhorne to advance, Sally Mannge eliminated Roy Gareek, and Dick Amate defeated Tabor.
A demonstration night trap shoot set for eight o clock Saturday at the Exposition grounds will feature floodlit targets. Prizes donated by San Antonio Gun Club and sponsors Giant Manufacturing Tubolic Service Company Martian Wright Electric Company and others. All residents invited regardless of club membership. lighting similar to night baseball.
Dallas June 14 The Southwest tennis finals feature Arnes and Jimmy Quick in a three set singles title match. Barnes, undefeated in two matches, eyes the district crown while Quick defeats Jack Reza in a comeback, setting the stage for doubles contention with Tess against Barr Taylor or Key. Women’s singles see Ruth Vailis and Melville contesting the title with McTole and McQuinlan in doubles.
Abilene and San Angelo connection featured as Lavender dominates the Dallas meet. The host club showcased local talent with standout performances from emerging players as the field contended for top honors in a concise, competitive event.
On Friday the thirteenth two professional games went without a hit. Liz Stoner blanked the San Antonio Indians 2 to 0 at Fort Worth as Fort Worth pitchers shut out the visitors. Cameron of Mettoox and Dean of Nebraska State Inague also yielded no hits in their respective outings.
Philadelphia report notes Dorothy Campbell Hird carded 75 74 149 to set a women’s golf record. Experts comment on men’s putting while Hird uses precise strokes, taking only 23 putts on the final round.
Helen Jacobs wins a Wimbledon match in a crowded court scene with international players mentioned such as Joan Fry of England. The report notes the event as part of a cup tennis competition, highlighting U S forces moving toward even terms against a strong field in a tense late afternoon match.
Mojnitin and Lake Charten teams of the Cotton States league will retire from the circuit at the close of the first half.
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