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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1943
Page
7
New York dispatch reports Sammy Angott’s comeback stirs talk of a 135-pound title clash with Beau Jack. Wergeles seeks 37 1/2 percent gate amid boxing market chatter as Angott weighs options after brief victory over Wee Willie Pep. Public and athletic officials weigh implications for potential title bout.
A chaotic report lists multiple competitors and scores across unidentified bouts. Names include Ney ayenmarrin Washington Fay and Reeves with various figures like 804 and 116, suggesting a boxing or wrestling card. The text is garbled, but hints at a contested event with numerous participants and miscellaneous totals.
Piark dispatch notes Lieutenant Ehlers was slightly wounded in action in the Southwest Pacific on March 8. The report also mentions Butch Miers, a former football player at Texans Christian University, and notes flight officer Viner decorated for valor in a related theater.
Denver American Legion led by Gruenig and Phillips advances to the AAU title game after defeating Wyoming’s Cowboys 44-29 in a semi final. Beale’s squad uses tough defense as local Colorado players under coach Gruenig and star Jack McCracken bolster the Oilers lineup. Meanwhile Denver prepares for a 9:30 p.m. showdown against the Oilers with the championship likely to hinge on free throws and guard Leonard Allerman’s hot hand.
A junior high boys softball league is set to begin May 4 at Woodlawn diamonds with games starting May 3. Participating churches include Zion Lathe ern Laurel Reighis Methodist Tuinily Methodist Hulsnene Baptist Woodlawn Christian Beurou Presbyterian Woodlawn Methodist and Los Angeles Heights Methodist.
Nova academy fencer Finn enters a tear and sabre contest, placing in the three-weapon crown at the Santa Fe fencing federation event with 1244 points in a 281 total. New York University trails in weapon events as Navy and Columbia show strong holds with partial scores listed.
At Oaklawn Park on a heavy surface, Wild & Sojeon captured the three furlong third race, overcoming rivals including Faxler and Counter Dude. The dash was the 11th start for the colt, with Bin Teédey-Timoxoun driving the finish as Alp Patral paid 580 to win on a day marked by canceled features and renewed betting interest.
Gold Medal Goalers led by Ron Worth and Maren 40 dominated a chaotic basketball tournament. Ashburn’s Tea Cream! swept into the finals after a late surge, while Phorniey tan and Wesleyan’s team clashed with North Avnaviean Aviation in a high scoring night. Roth tanova traded key traits as teams vied for victory in Arizona.
A garbled report covers boxing and ice hockey events across cities, mentioning Central Catholic Mieh Tatyoit Toronto Heston and Man achoul, with bouts refereed in Houston and Fort Sumaimblay. It references the Stanley cup era context, multiple fighters, and planned repeats with various matchups and weight classes, though many names are distorted.
Hershey leads a field as Montreal hosts a night of action in the American Wake event. Niven scores strong showing while Buttnio and Almachan Teas push for top finishes amid a tight late race.
Chicago Cubs acquire Stu Martin infielder from Minneapolis of the American Association in exchange for outfielder Ival Gonna and Plichee Vale Eaver. General Manager Taties T. Gallagher plans Martha as second baseman replacing Lou Stringer, drafted into military service. Martin, age 25, previously with the St Louis Cardinals and spent two years with the Pittsburgh Pirates before the move.
Wilbur Young, Fort Worth sergeant, returned on furlough and rolled his first perfect 300 game at a local alley after ten months away with the army. He had long been a steady bowler with a high average but never a 300 until this run.
National open champion Hogan, golf’s top money winner for three straight years, plans to enter military service next Thursday. He will be inducted into the Infantry and stationed at Camp Wolters, Texas, after retirement from active competition last fall.
WiatMAN Okla March 40. Howard Splash Spangenberg a former Milwaukee boys club worker and semi pro boxer has been named girl? baseball coach for the 1943 season at the University of Oklahoma. Dale Ar buckle, in charge, said today.
Brown Sporting Goods salesman Willard Brow, who recently severed ties with the Say Autonomie M. A. as director of physical education, is described as a salesman for Potchernick’s sporting goods dealers. Brow has had experience at Corpus Christ.
Mrs M D Tsian excels in Brackenridge Park golf meet with 8 gross, 15 handicap and 83 net. The event, part of the Women’s Golf Association handicap tour, is set for Friday at Ban Antents Country Club. KITLY GORMAN IN NAVE BL. LOUIE, March 20. Eitly Gorman, head football tance at Washington University, announced he had received oens Wisslan as Vleutenank go fit athe navy.
AUSTIN March 20 Henderson will compete in a triangular track meet this afternoon and the annual Southwest conference swimming meet tonight. The all around star from Houston has won 10 letters in major sports football basketball baseball and track, a record for an Apple athlete. He twice won heavyweight boxing and starred on the college volleyball team, adding a handball title this year. He is entering service next Monday at Fort Sam Houston and is expected to miss intercollegiate competition while in the army.
Randolph fielded a 5-2 victory over Texas A&M Friday at College Station. Randolph’s pitcher Walter Nothe allowed four hits, struck out eight, and walked four to beat J B Cardon and the Aggies. The Stinson-led Ramblers opened the season strong, while Brooksfield saw a 22-7 loss to the Texas Longhorns in Austin.
Fragmented OCR summary mentions Army scoring and several named individuals such as Mia Hales Vanessa Watford Bobuel Llekart Colina Grell Travis Gardner. Details are unclear due to transcription errors.
Funeral services were held for Clay Wana a nationally known manuwafnuer of baseball bats at age 68. Wana headed the Hanne Mapufneuiring company and its lamp products. The service noted his leadership and industry impact.
A scrambled report from Major League Baseball camps covers tryouts, player condition notes, and managerial updates. It mentions players like Sam and Mesut, coaches including Leo Durocher, and several teams preparing for spring activities while weather and travel conditions impact practice sessions.
A messy OCR recounts Jefferson Mustangs and Maroons strong in a Edison track meet. Munroona led Austin Breckenridge and Edson with notable sprint and relay wins while Jefferson claimed top honors. Strong performances from Parker and Heiguts highlighted windy conditions and close competition among area schools.
CORSICANA March 20 The Texas high school football scene faces change as the Odd Fellows Home School plans consolidation with adjacent districts including Gorshniit Renhause and more. The Lynx, previously an independent team, may join a larger league if enrollment and admission rules shift, with a district commissioner issuing notices and deadlines for action.
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