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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1939
Page
5
College cagers clash as city honors are at stake. Arizona teachers and West Texas State students, among others, figure in the lineup with schools like Tempe and Mines cited in the chaotic OCR text.
Bears and Indians send large squads to Lockhart for the annual evening track and field meet on Friday at Lions Field. Coach Joe Ward's team, like Edison, will be among the larger contingents, facing Class B schools including Kerrville and Laredo’s Medina.
City basketball action centers on Congregational Lo facing Alamo Jewelers for the Houston city championship berth and state bid. Fraternity defeats Woodlawn Methodist as Congregational maintains edge in a tense race, with tight foul shooting and late rally potential shaping the outcome.
Former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey clarifies the bout in Detroit saying he was enforcing rules during the Curry wrestling match. He notes the incident drew cheers and police involvement as Carey’s opponent protested the decision and Dan McCrea considered charges. The press described the scene as added entertainment for the audience.
In 1868 the iron ship Duncan drifted off Dunkirk and was towed to Terneuzen by Belgian fishermen, repaired and returned to service. Nine years later, the Dunton foundered off Kangaroo Island. again fishermen boarded her, towed to Port Pitt, and she seaworthy again, serving until 1914 before being broken up. Tomorrow notes the Surinam toad and its unique development.
Mes. Bartlett, San Antonio’s leading small-bore shooter, places second nationally in the U.S. event, achieving a high average while Wilbur Minter tops the rankings in Saginaw and Texas rivals like R. C. Page of Dallas trail. Bartlett’s strong finish reflects a competitive national scene with impressive scores.
Eddie Mead manager of Henry Armstrong accepts a bout with Low Abbers to defend the lightweight title. Mead notified the New York Athletic Commission and Armstrong will travel to New York next Tuesday to sign papers. Mike Jacobs to replace him in a plummer guideout for the trip.
Reports from camp note Johnny Whitehead of the White Sox easing up as he recovers from a line drive injury while the Sox plan a Sunday exhibition against the Padres semi pros. Mungo faces catcher drills as the catching staff works to curb his delivery. Gabby Hartnett eyes a four man record this season and aims to drop weight while claiming peak spring form. Browns president Slapnicka discusses offers for Sullivan Averill and Gant. McCarthy’s Yankees drill in St Petersburg with emphasis on cuttings and squeeze plays as Dall and Crasettes rotate at third.
In Jasper Arkansas Marcy Bry okoli reports the season begins as Angy Waller Drasel tests tackle and bait awaiting opening day. A store clerk handling artificial minnows encounters a rat attack. Krasel reacts to the incident, signaling the season’s start for bass fishing.
Roster and schedule released for the fifth annual Wonton City ten pin tournament at Alamo Alleys. Twenty-one teams compete across Class A B and C with defending champions and doubles singles all events titles named. Event runs Saturday starting 2 PM through Sunday with various captains and teams listed.
The article details Pirates prospects Bradenton Florida and San Bernardino Calit as the club prepares for an upcoming game. It lists players including Casey, Simmons, Gutlaw, Aller, Hassett, Tadd, and Wane La, noting added arms and infielders while outlining potential batting order and field positions.
Gayle Talbot surveys the New York Yankees arriving in St. Petersburg Florida in early spring 1940s fashion. The piece questions manager readiness and the rookie crop while naming Keller Gehrig and other rookies as potential stars. It notes Ty Cobb and Durocher era references and hints at lineup debates.
Orlandо Va reports President Glark Griff in struggles recalling rookie names for the Waashingtoi Renators. He misnames several players including Edgar, dubbed Bam, and hesitates over new outfielder Wolat valued at five dollars, prompting comic confusion.
The American Bowling Congress opens a thirty-ninth annual world series in Curveland with 27,494 entrants chasing $184,900 in prizes. Top prizes include $1,000 for team, $300 for doubles, $240 for singles, and $300 all-events. Notables Julia P. Hett and Frank L. Fite Berald join the event as officials and guests.
Los Angeles March 3 The California radio commission legalized humane tongs for future meetings to curb hasing acts at the post. Described as a sharpened tool with knobby ends it fits a horse's nose, the jockey or assistant applying pressure to calm the animal. Tests indicated rapid effect.
The Pit News at the University of Pittsburgh denounces university administration for blundering and shortsighted policies linked to Sutherlands resignation. The piece frames the issue as governance and athletics reform rather than personal conflict, noting a student strike and campus unrest as potential outcomes.
A garbled OCR style item lists numerous cities and personal names with scattered figures. It references track or match results across places such as Newark Missouri and Nashville Tennessee, mentioning competitors like Dusek, Roche, Schnabel, and Knatey, with fragmented scores and times.
Davey OBrien, All-American quarterback, agreed to coach 16 youngsters at Texas Country Day School in Dallas. He will lead a two week training program starting tomorrow, acting as headmaster over football and athletic training activities. The announcement sparked applause as students look forward to instruction from a renowned athlete and gentleman.
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