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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1934

Page

3

Higgins Heads to Camp as Cardinals Holdout Rumors Fly

Reported deal talks surround Higgins of the Philadelphia Athletics as he heads to camp with a guaranteed raise, while Faul Dean signs with the St Louis Cardinals after a week holdout. Thomas Foxx era noted with Dean brothers aiming to top 45 wins for the Red Birds. Tack Wilson’s Dodgers holdout appears softened as camp reporting delay eases.

Bradentown Frs Faul Dean Jerome Ferman Dean St. Souls Cardinals Red Birds Pag St. Lots Orlando Fir Tack Wilson Brooklyn Dodgers Hack Ihr Clit Camp Hecsina Ubvess Tereby Tering

L A Sends Couple to Dallas Steers for Spring Training

L A players Wil and Smokey report to the Dallas Steers for spring training on Wednesday. Randolph Meld and Ike Livingston, who played with the Air Depot last season, join the duo. Western League field Durham NC reports the Nar loan Association upholding the Wettert league action dropping Denver and Purvle from the circuit after a Sunday decision by President W C Bramham.

L. A Dallas Steers San Antonio Wil Smokey Wood Randolph Meld Ike Livingston Air Depot Western League Ofield Durham N.C W. C. Bramham Nar Loan Association of Professional Baseball Denver Purvle Colo Mut Arlenger

Weekend sports wrap highlights from multiple atheltic events

AP digest covers track and field results led by Willis Ward and Michigan State relay clash, Oxford and Cambridge winners in English events, New York runners debut 1500m at Metropolis meet, Boston tennis triumphs, and Cornel basketball notes with scattered international sports chatter.

Associated Press Chicago Willis Ward Muchican London Jack Lovelock Leach Oxfords Cambriore New York South Bend Ind Michigan State Chapel Ill Boston Carnnell Harvard Berymouth

Bishop to Train on Ping-pong

Sarasota dispatch reports Max Bishop will train using table tennis at Boston Red Sox training quarters to aid his conditioning. The move marks a rare use of the sport as a training medicine in professional baseball per athletic records.

Sarasota Fis Boston Red Max Bishop Bishop Athiesics

French Change Boats to Fit Conditions at Lake Worth

Palm Beach March 12 The French team a leading rival in the international outboard motorboat series took steps to overcome trouble that left Captain Jean Dupuy and his crew drifting in Lake Worth while the American boat won. The French boosted engine power and prepared shielded plugs as gusty winds delayed the event and prompted rapid dispatch for parts. Horace Tennens Northwestern University undergrad has won three of four starts while Dupuy leads the competition as heats for the Vincent Bendix trophy begin with major boats from Italy and the United States ready to race in the 24 mile opening heat.

Palm Beach Via America Capain Jean Dupuy Lake Worth Wales Messenger Fort Lauderiaie Horace Tennes Northwestern University Dupuy Vincent Bendix Tophy Prince Carla Ruspell Italien John Shite Delphine VI Horace E. Dodge Detroit Delphine Vil Brodge Delphine Dodge Baker William McK. Hom Imp Johs B . Rutherford Pain Beach

Texas Polo Team Beats Coast Four in Los Angeles

Texas polo stars Cecil Smith Rube Williams Tom Brather and Gilmore led a coast beatdown as Riviera Country Club lined up rival Sandfonians. Rivera Country Team lost 15 8 with Smith scoring seven goals Williams three and Gilmore four for the Texas side while Rogers and Baker added late goals.

Los Angeles Texas Cecil Smith Rube Willams Tom Brather Gilmore Ssnfonia Riviera

St Louis SHX Soccer Team Sees Draw In Title Series

St Louis on March 12 reports SHX national champions save a game in a three match western title series against the Wieboldts of Ch ienge. The Chinese eleven led 3 to 3 with two overtime periods needed to settle the issue. The tie winner advances to meet the eastern division winner for the national championship.

ST. Louis SHX St 18 Wieboldts Chienge Chiense New York Maren Maxie Rosenbloom Batiey Rosenwhcom Gordon Fortenerry Caena Pia Ab Orlane Welker Cyclone) Smith Macon Rots Chienhgo Frankie Klick Kid More Manila Oakland Calif Dundee Joe Kaminski Nanticoke Holyoke Mass Los Angeles Tony Catvanert Immerworth Titenolter Alberta E Arizmensci Tash

Babe Ruth Opens Final Roundup in Major League

The Babe Ruth era ends in a tentative March roundup as Ruth joins the New York Yankees training camp in St. Petersburg. Reporters, fans, and rivals anticipate his first appearance, autograph hunters surround him, and his aging legs cloud his return prospects for a major league season.

ST. Petersburg Tin George Kerman Ruth Ladsy New York Aleiay Bebo Totes Depperivoul Yancees Tine Babe Miller Huggins SS. Petersburg

S A Cagers Shine In State Play In Garlveston

Bivolating results from Barbera's Sports lead Barbera's to the Ty A A Byles title in the state tournament at Garlvestan. Barthera's team. In the tin game Sat, Barbera's edged six four over Santa Fe.

Bix Barbera Ty A. A. Byles Garlvestan Santa Fe Widey Barthera's

Severeid's Mission Opens Large Baseball Tryout

San Antonio Missions manager Hank Severeid oversaw a Texas league boot camp as 121 aspiring players lined the gate at first light. Bonura named to start the season while registration neared 150 with Park guiding pitchers and outfielders amid a busy field setup and ground crew led by Dick Dunavan.

Hees Jong Baseball Echor Hank Severeid San Aylonlo Missions Severeld Balla Dick Dunavan Joe Stebbins Seversid Triaz Pid Purdy Mission Wien Park Wetiwern Oliver Uarg Lo 2 Welyck

San Antonio players shine in state tourney and meet results

Texas high school notes recall Terrell, Ruby Flack, Barbett forward, and Edna Menard as local standouts. San Antonio teams such as Thomas Jefferson and others placed in state events in Austin and Dallas. Dr Pepper and Magnolia Mobiloilers faced rough play with key injuries while enduring close losses and firings, as Houston claimed third place with a strong roster.

Beck & Handaame Toxen Jus Terrell Ruby Flack Barbett Edna Menard San Antonio Edd Hill Kuratchek Hill Jake Reynolds Dr. Pepper Hai Kelty Otter Dallas Houston Texaco Westminster Presbyterian Antonio Enty Atate Fark Worth Daletas Westminster Holly Brock Forever Southers Texas University Maine

Cavalry Club Opens Season With Beeville Shootout

The Cavalry Club beat a Beeville county team of reserve officers in Beeville Sunday in the first match of the season. Edwin O’Connor of the regular army accompanied the San Antonions. Lineups included Lieut AY BomnTh and Lieut Clay McParn with other officers noted.

Garyalre Boliinret Rraecie Frere Ran Antonis Bre Edwin O'Connor San Antonians BomnTh J. Senaefler Trent J. O. Yount Engbere G. Walker TNS Geuitheret Croy Clay McParn Glauk Ballas

Boxing Rumors Stir Dormant Boxing Plans in City

Rumors swirl as dormant licenses may be revived for upcoming boxing bouts. A 10 rounder between Pat Murphy and Cecilin Lovado headlines Tuesday night at Walkathor Arena with advance sales strong. Eddie Ran and Tracey Cox drawn into trainers’ talks as undercard lines shift amid a busy Texas boxing scene.

Hanky Fintes Bol Warsten Ike Minget México Tracey Cox Beethoven Hall Tracy Cox Pat Murphy Cecilin Lovado Walkathor Arena Elks Fiftie Rosses Blas Toueado Skvazs Wasing Lang du al Lousenner Waco Wild Bill Dowell Vomptele

Spanish American Basket Ball title series opens Thursday night

The Tuesday Nighters beat Amado Nervos 41 02 in a Sunday afternoon exhibition as the Woodlawn league kicks off the series with the Trojans. Barajas led with 16 points, Ortega 7, while Mendoza spearheaded Amado Nervos with seven counters and Baralas 15. Referee Jos Gone presided at Woodlawn.

Amado Netyos Woodlawn Coit Trojans Lhe Marples Maids Lulacs Tide Baraja Jotlegs Barajas Visite Ortega Mendoza Amado Nervos Wat Orters Ani Baralas Flores Cegnamiven” Bana Menderear Rodrigues Macias A D. Rodrigues Slue—tetnamies Valielo Jos Orbsce Hinge

Motorcycle Club Field Day At Newndort Farm

Motorcycle club held a field day near San Antonio at the Newndort farm Sunday with events including barrel-rolling, potsto rare, polo ama and stock race. Winners included Aubrey Davenport Ches ter Brahl and Murray, with 24 year old George Farrell fatally injured in the meet. A report notes improvement in Fielders A Jones after a recent illness.

San Antonio

Maranville Still "Kid" At 43

Walter James Vincent Maranville known as Rabbit turns 43 near Armistice Day. The former shortstop of the 1914 World Champion Braves remains active in spring training with Bestar Hayes’ camp and aims to extend his longtime league career, aiming to surpass Honus Wagner’s all time game record.

St, Yetersburg Fia Walter James Vincent Maranville Fabhii Bestar Hayes Clat Bravés Rabbit Honus Wagner

West Texas Independent League Chooses Officers

SAN ANGELO March 12 The West Texas Independent Baseball league rejected a proposal to organize a professional loop. Bearded Blondy Denss is president with J. L. Croft secretary and Scott Peters treasurer, succeeding W. D. Holcombe. The league includes San Angelo Taxon Ovonra and Ballinger with Abi lene entering. Mose Sims plans Ballinger move as opening date April 22 looms.

West Texas San Angelo West Texas Independent Baseball League

Archery Championship Held at San Antonio Meet

Florence Slsinner won the Jimtay archery championship at the San Antonio Archery event with strong Sunday showing. Recond Bianca Sunday scored 423 to Loyd Gchwarle. A newcomer Buntay hinted at becoming a contender as Der dayee Zortman posted 233 in the first American round. Next Sunday archers meet at Alamo Heights for the regular weekly show.

Florence Slsinner Reon San Antonio W.B. Tivasher Lille Bianca Loyd

Amateur Athletic Union Games In Kansas City Marathon Event

The A A U national basketball marathon in Kansas City features eight days of play with 15 games daily. Favorites include Southern Kansas Stage Liners and recent Tulsa A A U champions for a weekend slate amid teams from Denver to Utah and beyond.

Kansas City Amateur Athletic Union Npest Seokling Cie 'Tilea Oka Oilers Shop Paonalch Tin Loglent Werse Bsealhes Southern War River Bhella San Arapoisea Olympic Club Durant Aden Utah Household Finance Corporation of Chi- Ape

Unusual Weather and Ball Games Across 1940s Camp Notes

Journal notes a mix of strange weather in Miami Beach and various baseball scraps. It mentions teams like Philadelphia, Athletics, Dodgers, Cubs, White Sox, and Yankees, with attendances and camp drills, plus players including Hubbell and Bush, amid early spring exhibitions and manager updates.

Miami Beach Flo Stine Ginny Flamingo Field Islenta Geapetrust Terry Athletics Bill Dietrich Don Carlos Hubbell Hubbel Furtha Tive Muckmer Vanumbad Big

Lone Star pigeon race winner and results from Lone Star club

Rotzler's Pigeon Lone Star winner Biorst, owned by William Flutzler, traveled 142 206 yards from Georgetown with 247 birds entering the finish. Marshh's Blue Cloud was a close contender. Complete results list names and placing of many competitors, including Shadke seventh and G. Collins in mid-pack. The Lone Star race concludes with entries and final standings pending. Also report from Chicago: Bobby Thomas and Alfred Lelayr led after 19 teams in the thirty trek International Rist-cay bicycle race, with 11,000 fans watching the start last night by Bermund Lane.

Rotzler Biorst Willian Flutzler Fretanler Lone Ste Flylag Club Sundey Georgetown Marshh A. Shadke Aly Prager Joe Ach Fred Tee Mimuch G. G. Collins Alxteenth John Vinek Fernin Aigus Irany Lone Star Aluls Voolnt Ab Chicago Bobby Thomas Alfred Lelayr- Orr Bermund Hi Plan

Laurels Share Anacacho Horses Show Highlight

Anacacho hosts a Saddle Club show with Nighy Aleem owned by Amy Noyieh triumphing in the open stake after a strong challenge. Ridden by Prank Heatman, Anacacho King and San Carlos Boy also place in multiple classes as John Marehall oversees a benefit event drawing about 1500 attendees.

Anacacho Gancn Saddle Club Aleem Amy Noyieh W. Morrison Herkes Rilden Prank Heatman Hexamont Black Geléiy Anacady King Lt. Wait Cristiana R. W. Morrison San Carlos Harry Daniels Adama Pain Sitter Ki Idden Mist Marth Tovernment Cracker Sway Rovernen C. Nelson Black’ Crow Burnic Hei Phelps Emai Mend Amy Bernita Noviel A Mee Nernvirk Endten Threesastra Mildred Niekun Mildred Nickwi Alamo Herniee Pheles Kecios Sunita Slag Maatersen Maalerann Jim’ Hamilton eDanials San Perro Marjorie Niches Viseinie Tripeytean Amie Aimy Beinton Novich Atwich Seady Dara Nore Aeron Aten Ray Simpson Ray Siminim Glow Colurmbly Dorothy Fan Pedro Stnbiens Chier Step Aalels San Patra Oben Shree Ban Chilis Boy Ofre Harry Dauigh Anacacho Ranch Rewtd Claude Venda Ge Helie Oak Lon Rides Airs Mie Lance Dougian Tarry Owen Feana Eatin Amy Nacho Kini Harry Daniel Carnes Seonam Ch Renengrane Matson Pha Te Die Dunlap An Lueflty Pare SB. Crow

Didrikson Trains for Pitching Ahead of New Orleans Debut

Babe Didrikson Zaharias, touted as the world’s greatest woman athlete, trains in Hot Springs before heading to New Orleans to pitch for the Cleveland Indians next Sunday. She then plans to join the St. Louis Cardinals in fielding duties, stating she is too busy for other activities. In Texas, five community leaders met to form a tea g ull club, with Laraborismn elected president and leninorett secretary as the season opens April 1.

Didrikson Joba Hot Springs Ark Hinsi Babe Didrikson New Orleans Cleveland Indians St. Louis Cardinals Pielda Babe Gly Ball League Texas T. Laraborismn Cane Leninorett Lorri Me Jespae Petersville Supiniack

Gallant Sir Finishes Last at Agua Caliente

AGUA CALIENTE Mexico March 2 The odds on favorite Gallant Sir failed to win the 926 000 handicap race at Agua Caliente. Gaillard J D Mikel won by a nose in a tight finish with Onrust Water second. Benny Grafton and Barrier walked, as Gallant Sir faded after a late move.

Gallant Sir Agua Caliente Mexico Sun Bean Benny Grafton Gallant Bir Runnig Gerreis Woolf Tee Gaillard Callant

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