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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1939

Page

17

Browns Train For Texas Tour With Phillies In Valley Games

St Louis Browns, led by manager Bred Haney, prepared at Tech field for a string of games in the Rio Grande Valley, noting a strong hitting and fielding showing in an 11-10 win over Philadelphia at New Braunfels. Haney criticized Philadelphia pitching as wild, mentioned two hurlers will start Friday, and listed three holdouts—Red Kress Don Heller and Buck Newsom—who remained in dispute amid salary talks. The club heads to New Braunfels Austin and later matches Oklahoma City Tulsa and Toledo after weekend games with the Phillies.

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Baseball Scoreboard Notes from St. Louis and Nearby Parks

A garbled box score recap lists numerous players and stats with multiple errors. Mentions names like Me Quinn and Hollingsworth and teams such as Philadelphia and Lasin. includes home runs, stolen bases, and pitching lines, but legibility is poor and key details are incomplete.

Armstrong to Risk 2 Belts in Title Bout

Armstrung rivalry heats up as lightweight and welterweight champions collide with Lew Feldman of Brooklyn in a pivotal ring showdown. The bout headlines a schedule featuring Charley English and Abdul Koseiman in other card appearances as boxing circles await results.

College Boxing Rules Differ From Professional Standards

College boxing emphasizes technique and safety over professional style. Coach Patty Weller notes rule differences with Texas Texas Tonghorns, including counts after knockdowns and scoring by the referee, with 10 points for the winner and deductions for fouls under A A U guidelines.

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Sutherland to coach pro football for Pirates under Rooney offer

New York reports indicate Dr Jock Sutherland, famed college mentor, may coach the Pittsburgh Pirates in the National Professional league. Rooney eyes a $15 000 to $16 000 four month salary and seeks quick decision as Sutherland weighs leaving college for pro football.

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Duquesne Names Aldo Don All Athletic Director

In Pittsburgh Aldo Don All, a top back from Duquesne's past, becomes athletic director and head football coach, succeeding John Little Shepherd Smith. Stephen Sinko, another Duquesne alumnus and former player, is named assistant coach.

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Stengel Pursues Gayle Pal to Bolster Beantown Pitching

Casey Stengel seeks to reshape the Bees by signing Gayle Pal Bradenton and adding young arms. He targets Johnny Hu and Jo Miller, relocates Rabbit Warstler to defense, and notes aging veterans MacFayden Tusner Shaffer and Turner. The plan aims to lift Boston into the first division as spring drills begin.

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Aldrich Signs with Abiongo Cardinal Pro Team

Aldrich, formerly at Texas Christian University, signs to play with the Abiongo Cardinal professional team. Owner Chavies W. Bidwell confirms the Cards' first selection, outlining contract terms amid league trade talks. The Cubs have made inquiries, while National League clubs discuss options.

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West Texas League Eight Club Affair Features Bidying Clubs

Milton Price, president of the West Texas i New Mexico Baselail teague, announced the league will operate this year with eight clubs, the largest group since the league began. Clovis, Abbeville, Midland, Big Spring, and Abilene were named among members. Patterson and Garmesn sought admission. The season spans 14 games, opening April 25 and ending September 4.

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Fish Transfer At Woodlawn Lake Sparks Alarm

Large bass and numerous bream were moved from the hatchery to Woodlawn Lake on Thursday. Crime Warden Arthur Titefelder said the bass reach about 12 inches, raising concerns over ecological balance and potential impacts on the lake’s ecosystem.

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Satshor Select Brewers Advance Weathered Diamonds

Amateur baseball update reports the Satshor Select Brewers preparing for a 3:39 pm game. Scott is listed at one street, and uniforms will be issued.

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Rasputin Wins Main Bout in Wrestling Show Chaos

Rasputin defeats Humberto in a main event that featured disputed decisions and brutal moves. Lee defeats Ells in a semi final by referee decision amid rule disputes, while Kent and Ellsh clash in the opener ending with a dramatic fall.

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What’s Home Team Gonna Move This Year

Sportlights columns discuss uncertainty around the San Antonio Missions season at Tech Field. Fans seek advance word on whether the team will be competitive, but officials and Missions Manager Zack Taylor, plus St. Louis Browns, offer little solid information this year.

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Changes in Texas league rosters baffle fans

This column notes how rosters shift yearly in the Texas league and minor leagues with few veterans retained. It jokes about predicting the Missions lineup after opening day, naming likely catchers and infielders while noting uncertainty about other positions and the pitching staff. It also discusses Browns experimenting with players and the era's move away from fixed lineups.

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