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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1934

Page

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Golf tourney set for April at Riverside Park course

The city women’s golf championship will be held at Riverside Park course from April 22 to 27 with 16 players in the first round. Mrs. E R Hurry, president of the San Antonio Women’s Golf Association, sponsors the event. Matches run 18 holes until the final 3 hole championship, with qualifying rounds Monday and match play from Tuesday. Entries may be mailed to Mrs. Hurry or filed at Riverside clubhouse. entrance fee is 2 dollars.

Riverside Park E. R. Hury San Antons Wanen’e Golf Association Srno Atrs Hury St Riverside San Antonio

Fish Story Season Starts With Cold River Bite

BAN SABA March 3. The San Sabs river area reports catfish biting despite 20 degree temperatures. Ployd Marler of Algecirayanith set Tish in the river a mile above town early in the week. A 4-lb yellow rat fish and a three foot eight inch larger catch were briefly swallowed before being freed with help from local carrier Tomer Richland Springs.

Ban Saba San Ployd Marler Algecira Marley C Chamberlain Tomer Richland Springs

Brownsville Golf Opens Sunday Qualifying Round

Brownsville will host the Valley Spring golf championship at Brownsville municipal course starting Sunday March 11. Players have two weeks to complete three qualifying rounds and the match play portion begins afterward. Edinburg’s Sohn Barnum won last year’s event.

Brownsville Mareh Ie Valley

Puppy Match Set April 5 at Koehler Park

San Antonio Kennel Club schedules a spring puppy match at Koehler Park adjoining Brackenridge Park on Sunday, April 5. Puppies of all breeds from under a month to 12 months may participate. owners need not be club members or show pedigrees. Entries run from $0 to 12 months.

San Antonio Kennel Club Imatel

Commercial Leaguers Finish In Black Amid Financial Report

The Commercial League reports a fiscal balance amidst ongoing balance discussions. President John P. Duxysone and treasurer Mary Maruerith Krivtin sign off on the financial statement covering receipts and expenditures through November to early 1934.

Elks Favor Zermeno and Cox Rival Seekers Hype Event

Boxing notes from Waikathonrena reveal Manuel Zurming of Mesias impressing promoters as Tracy Cox trains for a late night main event. Zermeno receives high praise from La Prensa and others, with varied rankings and a Mexico City decision cited. Texas fighters like Cox, Hughes, and Delgada feature in a busy lineup at the Ringside club gym and related venues.

Manuel Zurming Mesias Tracy Cox Batlie Waikathonrena Tom Snc Sally Zexmeno Ree Caattn Conde Punkina Bobby Mason Ruy Kid Attica Hardcastle Zermeno Gieme Azteca Mexico City Indianapolis Rey Calamar Dalz Texas Willard Brown Brillant Manuel Zermeno Mexico Fiiher Boye San Antanio

San Angelo Gets 100 Valley Quail

San Angelo reports the release and distribution of 100 California quail to replenish local stock. Birds were trapped along the Tilo Grave sound and released along river banks and in nearby sections, with distribution overseen by Edgar Moseley, superintendent. Nassau, Bahamas notes a separate sailing victory as the Vamarre Satusday wins the annual Miami Nassau race at the Nassau Yacht Club with a time of 32 hours 38 minutes and a second by Philip Roosevelt of Oyster Bay.

San Angelo California San Angelos Sierra Blanta Edgar Mose Natetlery Neve Nassau Bahsinas Inbi Vadim Makaroff Nassau Yacht Club Philip Roosevelt Oyster Bay

Princeton Rivers Defeat Yale in New Haven Meet

Princeton defeated Yale in New Haven with a close score, highlighting strong performances from both teams. The meet showcased Princeton's depth and Yale's resilience as the competition unfolded on March 3.

Princeton Rivers New Haven Conn Princeton Yale

Bexar County TB Sale Boosts Horse Show Postponement

A local horse show sponsored by the Bexar County Tuberculosis Association shifts from March 4 to Sunday March 11. W. Marshall of San Pedro Stables notes a long list of entries from local civilian and Army horse fans as the first major show of the season aims to raise funds. Ticket sales expect a boost with the extra week, aided by volunteers selling tickets and civic groups. Reservations can be made by calling Pantin 6741.

Bensit Morse Berar County J. B. King Cub W. Marshall San Pedro Tuberculosis Society Bexar County Tilberculosis Association Pantin Alc

Local soccer schedule outlines February start and double bill

The state tourney is set to begin around February 18 with the Lenn Nationals defending the Texas championship. San Antonio champion faces St John’s Seminary in a 3:30 PM tune-up at St John’s field while St John’s Seconds clash with the Tigers in the opening doubleheader. Final round begins Sunday with multiple matches including Washington, Carta Blanca versus Mexico, Tigers against Victope, Aguilas Nacionals versus Atlante.

Frast Soul Texas Galveston-Houston St. John’s Field San Antadio St Jotn's Seminary St. John’s Tigers Vieloviz Songuey Suiltor Orceresellors Washington Carta Blanca Wil Mexico Victope aLitil Aguilas Nacioneales Atlan

Allen Signs Up With N Y Yanks

ST PETERBRURG Florida March A-UB-INSI It begins to look as if the New York Yankees may have landed the deal after all. One by one the holdouts are fading and the signed contract of Johnny Allen, speedball pitcher and strikeout artist, arrived at the Yankees offices today. Johnny Lyne had held out for more money, and it is believed he got it. The Yankees start practice at big camp against Meldere next Monday.

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Chattanooga Vols sell outfielder to Cincinnati Rats

Chattanooga Tenn March 4 193 The Chattanooga Vols announced the sale of John Wesley Gill an outfielder to the Cincinnati Rats.

Chattanooga Sella Gill Cincinnati Ghattanooga Tenn Chuattanooga Vols Southern Assolution John Wesley Gil Cincinnati Rats

Runyon Notes Carnera to Fight in New York in June

Damon Runyon reports Primo Carnera’s heavyweight title defense likely in New York in June with proceeds benefiting the Free Milk Fund for Babies chaired by Mrs. William Randolph Hearst. Possible opponent Breve Hames or other contenders may be considered as discussions with Madison Square Garden promoters continue. The article reflects on financials and mixed reactions to the bout.

Damon Runyon Miami Primo Carera New York William Randolph Hearst Madison Square Garden Corporation Breve Hames Penn State Max Bree California Baer Tte Wast Fom Jnate Popilason Otal Prima Tommy Loushran Cnancf Tommy Loughgan Carnera Jaimes d. Garbett Gene Tunney Jotm Ar- Anurehassa Jack Sharkey Mmny Vanigttran Tommy Prim

Huffaker and Sayers Star in Aggie Shootout Title

Roy Huffaker and L K R Sayers led San Antonio area college shooting as Texas A&M contenders clash for the Fourth Corps area championship. Coach J E Reterson said the Aggies must equal or beat the opponent’s record to claim the title, with judges weighing a close shot by an Aggie as decisive.

Roy Huffaker L. KR. Sayers San Antoniang Tesas Aggie Fa Ieanni Litul J. E. Reterson Coasn Aggies

Slugging and scandal swirl in Texas college sports

Spor ts page reports tension over slugging play versus sparring exhibitions. Texas Christian University and University of Texas linked figures rise in speculation. Debates center on coach resignations, program shifts, and possible reorganizations amid ongoing campus sports politics.

RACE PERMIT PATH CLEARED FOR Alamo Downs plan

Officials in San Antonio report the state racing commission voided the Spring race permit window from April 23 to May 10, clearing a path for Alamo Downs. Mayor C. Quin withdrew his San Antonio track permit application, aiding a private-capital plan on city owned grounds while other tracks like La Carreya near Seguin await extensions and permits. Meanwhile, construction at Alamo Towns and related racing efforts proceed with a large crew and contracted builders preparing for opening.

Alamo Downs State Saving Commission Austin San Antonio Austin Heaiquarters Afte Racing Commission James McMahon Asantiales B. A. ViSallo James McKown John H. Cunningham Cibolo Jockey Club Hhem Kendall Enman Kiowa San Antonio Downs Nord Wetmore Austley Alamo Towns Tan Garnier Frete Carréiter Roy Morid Russell

Unclear Text About Local Prize Event

Amateur record shows fragmented notes on a Rubber Tape Prize event at Port Isamel. Names and exact details are obscured, with references to measurements, a fish rodeo in August, and committee discussions led by Dr Hockaday.

Port Isamel Maral Dea Ani Er Faye Alepela Dews Hothaday Tha Ideo Con Mitter Hockaday

Magnolia and Kelly Outfit Finalists for City Meet

The Magnolia Mobitaiters and the Kelly field Plyers emerged as finalists for the city amateur basketball tournament on Brackenridge court. Officials said both teams will be certified for the Dallas meet next Friday and Saturday. Randolph Ueled Ranblers beat Magnolia in the semi finals 40 27, while rumors of an independent entry by Ran Morph fleet were denied by Sergeant Booth of Randolph.

Magnolia Mobitaiters Kelly Field Plyers Chy Brackenridge Court F. A. AL Dallas Dale Lesset Maryville GA San Antonio M.C Randolph Ueled Lake Randolph Magnolia Kully Booth Ramifolph -An

Sunday Schools Clash for Lead in County League

Westminster and Palm Heights battle at Jefferson gym Monday night to decide the second half champion of the Sunday School Basket Ball league. A Westminster win puts them in the state meet in Fort Worth on March 10, with a possible playoff. Other games include Laurel Heights against Highland Park and averme versus Proxpack Hill, with Junior play on Laurel Heights court Monday night.

Westminster Palm Heights Jefferson Gym Seaior Westminsters Buneday School Pore Worth A&irch Laurel Height Pruitt Averme Laurel Feights Laurel Heights Bezcob Hil al. Mayk's Evan- Relinal

Lasker Ehman to Lecture on Tennis at Defteraon High

Lasker Ehman, former amateur turned professional, will lecture to the Defteraon High School tennis squad on Monday at 2:30 in the school cafeteria. Coach Howser Doglittie’s players prep for matches with Austin High as Ehman plans a series of tennis instruction talks at his Broad Street shop.

Lasker Ehman Waco W Ho Lecberer Will Lectre Defteraon High School Howser Doglittie Austin High School Ehown Tenn Shean Walmer Allson Berkeley Bell Bruce Barnes Allison Bermuda Buman San Antonio

IWC Coach and Girls to Be Entertained at Supper

Incarnate Word College athletic director R U Ivanar and Margaret Aalen host a buffet supper Tuesday evening. After the meal the group will attend Brackenridge High School gym for the city senior basketball championship game featuring the Magnolix and Clemsent Rollyield.

Hack Wilson Still in Holdout Ranks

Martinsburg West Virginia report says Hack Wilson remains in holdout with Dye Crest Heck Whiton and Brooklyn Donger gutfirnder. He will meet with the Dodgers in Orlando Florida to discuss his 1934 contract as the team’s spring training grounds set.

Martinsburg W. Ya Maren I Heck Whiton Brooklyn Wilson Dodger Retats Orlando Fla

Physician forecasts Giants catcher return for late month

A Houston report notes Gil Man cum, sick with typhoid fever for five weeks, is expected to be ready for a late-month return. Mancuse, described as an ace, is said to be advancing and may be released from the hospital next week.

Houston Gil Mancum Giants Mancuse Uttar

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