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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1941

Page

5

Signing of Cullenbine Nets Browns Spring Start

The St Louis Browns completed their player roster as Roy Cullenbine signed his 1941 contract after driving from Lakeland to San Antonio, joining a camp that also included pitchers split into two squads. The article notes other signings and early drills as both Browns and Red Sox set spring workouts with opening games slated for Saturday at Techfield.

St Louis Browns Roy Cullenbine Culenbine San Antonio Lakeland Pia Cullenbine Shane Roberto Balatella Don Barnes Bill DeWitt Boston Pitman-Sullivan Park Bebe Dahlgren Meday Buddy Hassett Earl Averill Conan Aahnny Caonny Techfield Fred Haney Casey Stengel Bree Oltt Henny Cum George McQuinn Don Hefner Jonny Berarding Pang Chuck Grevens Johnny Lucadello Vernon Stephens Alpin Strange

Van Dusen Retires as Racing Trainer After Record Loss

Clyde Van Dusen, longtime racing trainer, announces retirement following a string of poor performances and a failed bid to surpass a historic record. He plans to relocate to Kentucky, ending a career highlighted by 21 winters in the sport and a prior string of three straight victories.

van Dusen Angeles Mavic Mangunte Lewis B. Mayer Nootosh Mie Eervices Clyde van Dusen Wack Oyr Abyele Afttinge Anila Mayr van Buren Beestsea Von Wile Kentucky Guilierna Inos Shigle

Playoff Opens For City Title In San Antonio Basketball

City amateur playoff action starts Monday at Woodlawn Gym with two opening games. The Host: Wendlnwn Methodists vs Tintorcup Mexican Orlstatan for the city championship, and Alamo Jewelers vs Sacre Heart runner-up ParisTeague in a second match. Favorites include the Jewelers and Methodists, with potential matchups against Henry's, Kdeer Tobin, Crooks club, and Zarane. Randolph field adds a second League rep when Ont Normoyle’s Fliers beat rivals Tuesday night.

San Antonio Woodlawn Gymndelia Tren Hoapa Oars Methodists Astshtia Five Uie Alamo Jewelers Olly Jeague Clty King-plas Sacre Heart Club Parisly Teague Dewelers Vyes SS Henry's Kdeer Tobin Crooks Diet Zarane Elub Thracian Algus Sentfinels Ibent Port Arthur Randolph Field Normoyle Randolp Brooks

Catholic U Joins in De-emphasis on Athletics

Washington march 3 resignation of the football and basketball coaches at Catholic University triggers a policy shift toward de-emphasizing athletics. Dutch Beegan, director of athletics and head football coach, and Forrest G Fed Catton, basketball coach, resign effective June 1 as part of a broad change. Bergman cited a drastic change in the university’s athletic policy and said he sought the Notre Dame/Boston College style overhaul to align with new goals.

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Training Camp Chatter Ridiculous Rumors and Rosters

A garbled training camp report lists players and numbers, with No. 15 mentioned for a Cardinal. It notes Moron Copper and feints toward arrivals, injuries, and lineups, mentioning Maya Overdue, Bake Breaklyn partners, and several teams including Brooklyn and Philadelphia Athletics, with scattered names and unsettled outcomes.

Latin American Cage Title to 8 A Quintet

Houston March 1 Bay Antonio completed the state basketball title victory over Galveston Juavex club by 26 to 7. Bay Antonio lineup included Wily Tohany Golns and Joe Rexivigues in key roles as Lulaea in charge. Final game closed the tournament with a dramatic finish as Moule pak provided late drama.

Houston Latin-American Basket Bay Antonio Lulaea Aharge Bay

West Texas New Mexico League opens schedule April 22

Borger Texas hosts opening day as the West Texas New Mexico league unveils a 140 game schedule on April 22 with matchups including Pecos at Borger Amarillo at Gravis Big Spring at Wichita Falls and Lubbock at Lamesa. A North South all star game is set for July 2 with Borger awarded the pennant. Board approved Odessa franchise sale to Big Boring and 54 percent of Pampa stock sale to Grover Sikes Jr. Gordon Nell named Borger playing manager.

Borger Tex Mate

Adams Finishes Five From Conference Scoring Record

Johnny Adams led Arkansas with 39 points as SMU's tight defense limited him to near but not his best. The Razorbacks beat Baylor 44 32 and set a season scoring total of 646 in conference play, chasing a former record of 710 set by Hub Kirkpatrick in 1908 as they prepare for Texas A&M.

Johnny Adams Sale & New Lana Trent Southern Methodist Walkur Keith Rusty Baccus Johnny Beneck Arkansas Jack Adams Hub Kirkpatelok Baylor Texas-A M Contes Austin Asnime Aupsing Kinney Cross of Rise

TiEtje Granted Release By Missions In Hasty Move

Len Tiells a right handed pitcher has been released by the San Antonio Missions. Wing President Guy Alves stated Tiells may seek a post 25 manager role with another club. Marty McManus of the Missions will arrive in San Antonio from St. Louis. The Mission camp at San Antonio opens March 3.

Len Tiells San Antonio Missions Guy Alves

Local Hockey Scores Mixed Across Early Games

Fragmentary lines show several teams with varying results including Detroit and Chicago matchups. Names and places are garbled, but scores indicate a busy start to the hockey listing with several 2 to 4 point outcomes and multiple city references.

Thomason Returns as Aggies Shot Putter at San Antonio Meet

The Texas A&M track squad welcomes Jim Thomason back as the shot putter after last season’s strong showings. Thomason, a powerful all conference performer, tossed the 16 pound implement beyond 46 feet at the conference meet in San Antonio. Other Aggies expected to compete include Baya Smith and Homer Norlan, with coach Rollins listing entries for the 440 yard relay and sprints as the squad gears up for the all star collegiate event.

Jim ‘Thomason Jon Keimbragts Merton Y Pueh Texas Aggie Hall- Eartiers Alamo Stadia Shadl Atvapture Falmers Southwest Las Ags San Antonio Meel Babar Randy M. Tenn University of Texan North Fexastate Tenaleva College Southwest Texas Howard Bayna Epub Texan Thomsen Meri Alayrq Baya” Smith Ooi Homer Norlan Bove Manny Aamsele Laud Kellam Toi Jaw Knight Johnston Bucek ryyn—Hepadorson Donnston Henderson Ray Watkins Wadkins Johnstom le Vall Ricks Watins Ant Discug Bycek Rollins Iha Talo Henderson Wan Houaton Hinpek Hefors Antonia Tane Q Hla Schoo Xtar Laird

Bees Fans Back At Pitman Sullivan Park

Sportlights recalls a Sunday crowd at Pitman Sullivan Park as the Boston Bees open their field for workers, with fan chatter about field conditions and preparations. The piece notes ex-players, writers, and a sense the future park improvements may draw interest from National League clubs.

Pitman-Sullivan Park Boston Bees

Aggies to Meet Javelins in Early Season Clash at Alamo Stadium

Reports from Texas talk of an early season football showdown between the Aggies and the Javelins of Texas College of Arts and Industries at Alamo Stadium. The piece notes projected profits, guarantees, and fan interest, with mentions of Washington State College and other teams as context.

S A Aggies Jovlyall Alamo Stadium Uys Texas Agetes Texas College of Arts and, Industries NeHville Umoti Antonio Washington State College Droenhor Two cRaMer Ags Davelinax Roadwest Pete Layden Feathal

Temple Cup Stays In L A With Olmos Match

Temples and San Antonians battled for the Temple Cup at Olmos courts. Joan Brauvach ap Paschil Walthall of San Antonio advanced to defend against Fred Rovay and 3. B. Adoye of Dating. The San Antonians nearly gained possession in a tense Sunday clash.

Victavians Gorpys Chrishl Olmos Courts Joan Brauvach Paschil Walthall San Antonio Fred Rovay B. Adoye Splovalip Frank Whitehart Ivy Leg Daty Baty Whitenust Polnlary Walltiall

Bimelech to be retired from racing plans loom

Lexington reports that the horse Bimelech from Co. E.R. Frug’s stable is retired from the Widener stake prospects. Spokesman Ollie Gentry of Idle Hour Farm says the colt will be shipped home for rest, with owners Bradley and Arydtoy’s Idle Hour team weighing options for a future in milking and racing.

Lexington Marah Bimelech E.R. Frugles Halen Batti Dey Hradtoy Tavma Bimelech Will Rene Olli Gentry Arydttoy Idle Hour Bradley

All-Star Blazis Rates Football as Top Sport

New York reports on Al Horie and Blazis as leading sports figures with mixed notes on football and track. The piece highlights Blazis height and long throws, mentions Georgetown’s Georgetown fresimintz, and cites rivals like Torrance, Addet, and Montows among others while detailing attempts at records and upcoming events at Garden Square.

All-Star Blazis New York al Horie Foaks Hall Geongetawan University Snay Jack ‘Torrance Norway Blazis Rleasw Martian Square Garden Sale Bigafs Bhosle Randy

Two Kangaroos Two Pigs Big Halbert Boots

Canyon texts describe a rough match featuring Halbert and others at West Texas State, where two kangaroos and two pigs figures appear among early notes. The piece mentions a tournament and several players Sam, Keely, and Andie Ali? in relation to the Nattional tournament.

Big Halbert Canyon Kopens Olky Maret Biden Lwakanga Cowboy Hocks Halbert Didi Texas State College Denen Bath Ham KeEy Jfiry

Table Tennis Titles 10 S A San Antonio Winners

San Antonio hosts the Texasetro Wohde Tenis association tournament with four prizes. Don Golfbeck and Marjorie Wilcox win mixed doubles and Mrs Dorothy McCarthy captures women’s singles. McCarley defeats Wilcox in singles, and McCarley with Puccio win women’s doubles. Open to US players with Texas region focus. Organizers name 1943 plans and board members.

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Exhibition Notes Several Names and Venues Mentioned

Fragmented OCR lists exhibition mentions and names including Batterien Aubhelh Lolentn O'Dool ematt Tiehvank and Bronty with places such as Anaheim Calitis and Brattle PC. Details are garbled but indicate a local show with multiple participants and venues. The readable items imply a stacked schedule or roster for an exhibition event.

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