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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1908
Page
3
Commentary praises Manager Leidy for assembling a strong base, noting his judgment of players and the improving team as they prepare for the Texas State League season. It cites careful budgeting of passes and a disciplined approach to building a contender, while highlighting the High School girls basketball title race and never-say-die spirit.
New York March 7 George Slosson defeated French champion billiard player Cassignol by a close score of 107 to 280 in a United contest at the Slosson's Academy tonight.
The 1908 Bronchos face a strong winter lineup in an afternoon exhibition at Electric Park. Local fans will see the new squad in action as several players are tested in multiple infield slots and the team works toward a cohesive lineup for the coming season. The stands and field are in good shape for a crowd expected to attend at 9:30.
A midwinter league report notes sporadic form among batters and pitchers and previews the coming season. Barbour led with a .640 average in three games, while Colla excelled in all three contests with a 4500s mark, as teams test raw talent in non-league play.
Sutor in town as Harry Slitor, drafted by Washington in the American league, arrived San Antonio last night. He is en route to report for duty with the Pacific Coast league club in San Francisco. It remains unclear whether Washington sold him outright or just loaned him. The former fan favorite from the American league era is noted as a dynamic player whose presence drew strong crowds.
A world champion wrestler, Schmidt, is scheduled to arrive in New York for a bout at the end of the week. He will be featured in Liverpeal Lagriinin with plans to face Pranic on April 4 at Chicago, aiming to tour New York soon.
San Antonio girls joined guests in a San Marcos invasion to face Bou Avon and Thomas teams. Avon beat Normal 11 to 4 while Thomas won 21 to 11, with Avon’s Boscha and Matthaws and Norman’s Watkins and Coldwell among standout players. The games featured long passes, strong teamwork, and enthusiastic crowds with the San Antonio squad earning praise for experience and passing fluency.
NYU athletic efforts push to field first varsity crew under coach Eddie Connell at Union Boat Club. Howard Huntington leads fundraising after initial support gaps, securing $1000 from alumni as a race with Georgetown on May 5 on the Potomac nears.
Adolph Knights and Arleigh Dugosh oversee plans to form a citywide amateur league at Krisch Park. Organizers seek eligible teams from local wholesalers and retail firms to play Thursday afternoons and Sunday exhibitions, with broader ties to outside leagues and potential sponsorship by area businesses.
In a troubled New Orleans program page the four Curlonge and Sea Swell clash won by Notter at 7 to 20 as Oizabete Harwoor finished second with Povotaligo Brescell third. Five races and odds listed across events with Tex Box and The Bear among contenders. Fourth race notes Marsu TIS and Broughen strong, while sixth race highlights Denne Top Beach and Convole. Belle Booth tops another dash with Delphis second and Autti Dedger third.
The Weekly track meet at Peacock school saw Power Again dominate with wins in the 100 yard dash, high jump, and half mile. Other event results listed include Tower test, Tadlen standing, names like Rilke Shira, Mahion forth, Cooper fifth, Neavy sixth, and various field marks.
The Dowling league opened last Monday night with all teams ready. Pugh led scorers while Colts High Game with Yo and Glaneinet Mohawks posted the low frame, 11. The Colts also won the high inning prize with 70, and Steers posted the low inning with 46 pins. The Denham Medal race shows many losses to contestants and the standings grow tighter. Weekly averages feature Barts 2.6208, Towler 24h, Dukes 48h, Gloeckner 22, and others. Scheduled matches include Dekes vs Loh, H Daets vs Zork, Lawther vs Zlib man, and Oekner vs Daelz. Engagement for the Slow Garden Lounge membership expands. Joseph Bowling Alley plans a roster, while the Alamo City Ladies Bowling Club nears full membership with one vacancy to be filled next meeting.
The Lone Star district of the International Federation of American Homing Pigeon Fanciers holds its second race of the season. About 200 miles are covered by pigeons liberated at 7:80 leaving from Hillsboro, with expected arrival around 4 to 5 hours. Birds handled by BH Haney. Competitors include Paul T. Anderson Edmund Jaeckle Robert Ward and DB Pawly. Each Sunday this distance increases by 100 miles.
Morning meeting at the hall presiding by Professor Utz, with Mr Hart officiating for a San Marcos game. Austin and San Marcos prep for next Saturday, while Alamo Athletic Club gears for cattlemen’s convention bouts and potential card. Local basketball and billiards draws attract crowds as teams resume practice and contests amid season’s end.
In a fragmented report, Austin and Bronchatheta's July games are recounted with July 3 and July 49 notes, including San Antoni results and home shifts. The summary mentions wins and four ramess were nayed, with Austin throng and a seven at Galveston amid unclear venue details.
A jumble of trades fights and team plans. Dick Breen released and Calder Wakefield sold to Toledo. George Davis of the White Sox bitten by a dog in New York. Jack McCarthy retires to tailor in Chicago. Chesbro and Burns discussed future form and London bout. Athletics secure ground in North Philadelphia for 190X season. Waddell confident, Wisish set to box Bronson March 12. Barrett favored for center field with questions on his legs and captaincy prospects.
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