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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1931
Page
4
A largely sparse crowd in Beaumont and San Antonio watches exhibition games as the Indians and Giants travel with limited rosters. Notes include Roberson managing with a reduced squad, players like Ott and Lindstrom in various outfield roles, and future plans for charity games benefiting San Antonio orphans.
Jack Dempsey faced a startling dispatch from Hidizwood claiming four joiner dimprcement with his Bite and a rift with wife Miss Taylor. He planned a Chicago mission then to referee boxing matches while tensions rose over a rumored separation.
U. of Illinois coach Zuppke denounces opponents amid talk of football's future and indoor drama. He argues the game should be preserved, while critics push reforms and blame players for changes.
Yesterday's Explanations recount quirky notes on Sarazen and Bararen in a night golf scene at Briarchitf Manor New York, mentioning floodlights and greens. A parasitic worm is described in a curious aside as the piece notes mood and drive in a casual, newspaper tone. Ripley invites readers to send a stamped envelope for questions about the Believe It or Not cartoons.
A chaotic report on Agua Caliente betting, detailing favored contenders, odds, and entries. Sun Meau, a top stake, leads a field of eight in the 210000 event with varied weights and contenders such as Keer, McGonizle, and Sun Mona.
The Reitherkind of toadway Clerks form an indoor baseball team after a meeting at the Me. Teright office at 7 a m Saturday to join the city recreational department league. Nineteen clerks listed include Daniel Wondrak Fé Fikeier Brune Lamb Joy Cancel Fre Sehleuming Chil Trinkle and Mary Moynahan. About twenty teams will enter the league with games played at the new Irchin Park, five nights each week.
New York March 21 Harvey loses to Ben Jeby in a boxing match at Madison Square Garden. The report details a 12 round decision with Jeby showing dominance and Harvey employing clinches and hooks. The bout is described with chaotic in-fighting and strategic shifts as Morris Nakowsky and Johnston are mentioned in unrelated contract notes.
Unclear notes indicate Valley League gathering planned for Sunday in Corry with Walter Basebett mentioned as a resident figure.
Kenneally, formerly on Notre Dame’s football staff and linked with Manhattan plans, was signed today as assistant football coach at Rutgers in New Brunswick New Jersey. The move follows his prior role with John Law at Manhattan and his 1029 era Notre Dame affiliation.
A scrambled AP list records boxing and match results across locales including Fresno Cleveland and Buffalo with outpoints and knockouts. Names such as Hall Francisco Younz Corbett Pires Stuyits and Light mix with cities like Fresno Cleveland Casper and Buffalo. scattered notes mention champions and headlines without coherent structure.
Aly Coleman dominated the Etalph Hackends main event defeating rival John Wilonis by knockout after a fall from the ropes. Both fighters showed strong form with back and forth exchanges, crowd action, and a dramatic finish as Wilonis was unable to continue. Coleman’s win, with Kilonas sustaining a slight concussion, capped a chaotic but entertaining card.
In Boston on March 21, featherweight champion Baltelino was decisively defeated in a non-title bout by Ande Cale Jahan. The match featured a left-handed assault and quick darts, ending with Jahan scoring a notable victory amid a tense ring atmosphere.
The report lists multiple participants by school and region with scores and placements across various exhibitions. Names include Cleveland Cad and Cincinnati entries, with notable mentions of Texas, Georgia, and Alabama colleges. The tally highlights broad participation from ACC and state teams, indicating a busy meet with several close races.
Willingham says the Chicago White Sox gave him no chance and expects new opportunities with the Phillies after a disappointing camp. He notes players were underused and questions why the Sox did not utilize him more.
Bell, who defeated Frank Shields of New York in the semifinal, faces Jean Doral of Bronce in the singles final of the national indoor championship. The Texas star will defend against Borotta in a stylistic battle of volley versus smash as he seeks a second major title after his intercollegiate win in 1920.
Sarazen Vincent Sarazen and Joe Turnesa led the open championship after early rounds in Miami Florida on March 21. Amid a field of 80 entries many top players trailed with Armour Kozack Walsh and Magen among leaders. Final standings and prizes were unsettled as rain and delays influenced play.
A polo event in San Mateo ended in a spill when a rider, Rube Williams, was thrown from a horse. The injured person was transported to a hospital. Spectators witnessed a helmeted rider crash into the field barrier as a horse leapt a fence amid confusion.
Texas March 21 San Marcos Academy wins a three-way track meet defeating Tulane High School and Texas Teachers College. Memo notes standout performances by San Marcos athletes, with strong showings from juniors and seniors and a team total score reaching the top in frigid Friday afternoon competition.
Pantaleo Merts Rouwaf reports from Minneapolis March 01 on Houston's Rif Horse Show opening in Sane EMnvaten hall. Crowds fill arena for annual event with Teagan Haulliweastern horse third and other top entries. Competitors prepare for next day's events as organizers aim for strong turnout and showcase.
Local San Antonio teams face a field of rivals in the annual basketball quintets tourney at Fort Worth. Top contenders include Dallas Athletic Club and Corpus Christi First Methodists, with San Antonio utilities and Hawks among favorites after strong showings in prior rounds and city playoffs. Several early games end with decisive margins as teams maneuver toward the semi finals.
Hal es base cleaning powers Portland to a close victory over the Tigers in an exhibition game. Efale and Arhleyie contributed key performances as the basen loaded late in the eighth to secure the win.
Indiana teams heated the quarterfinals of Loyola University Catholic tournament. Fort Wayne’s Central Catholic and Indianapolis Cathedral advanced, with others like Washington Catholic and St. Xavier competing as the field narrowed.
Fragmented OCR details a Texas game with unclear names and scores. Mentions Hin steering for Greensville independents, George Murray, and a 7-0 line. references to Werunian RN s, and a seven to one tally involving Shan and Titan. Includes scattered inning notes and batting mentions without coherent structure.
A garbled court report from Fort Worth notes two players named as captains for a team. It mentions March and a water issue with references to individuals including Binay MeCatlody and Dray Sumner, with unclear roles and support staff.
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