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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1943
Page
9
March 23 reports show advance reservations to Louisville for the week of the Kentucky Derby being worked out in Chicago. Ticket officers say only government travel April 26 to May 3 will be accepted, while May 1 events involve a town home affair and travel constraints.
Horse racing opens the winter meet at Crescent City Base Grounds with six furlongs and a $10,000 handicap feature. Notables include Jackson Saunte and Ameit minister entries, while Derby prospects and jockeys contend for prize money and future engagements.
Fragmented OCR text describes hockey playoff action and standout performances. It mentions teams and players such as Blackhawks and a goalie or captain, with references to national leagues and a notable goal record. The wording is garbled but suggests a dramatic postseason game and a record set by a player or team.
Disjointed sports copy covers Brown as chief referee for a boxing event, with mentions of team lineups, tournament officers, and gate details. References include multiple names, venues, and officials, plus pricing and seating notes amid a broader event rundown.
Texas scheduled to play three games in Los Angeles after opening the season with Southwest Conference wins. The steers meet Kelly field post team and Randolph on successive days with mound duties by southpaws Walter Nothe and Tom Fun cer. The trip follows wins at College Station over the Aggies and features Brooks, Stinson Meld, and other college and service league opponents.
Randolph Negro ball team prepared to meet all comers with players from the 66th and 9970 Quartermaster platoons and 8th aviation squadron forming the lineup. Games may be booked by calling Tacuk Chick Mardingl at station 2178.
A noisy spring baseball preview highlights a Texas A&M exhibition clash on Kelly field as Service Baseball League action looms. Opponent Texas Aggies provide strong offense while local fans anticipates doubleheaders and Tuesday Thursday dates with Michigan prospects and OPA links. The piece notes Mexican race meet wagering mania and cross border coverage, underscoring a busy sports scene this season.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a patchwork of names and places from sports and legal notices. Mentions Brooklyn, St Louis, Sacramento, Asbury Park, Yonkers, and Chicago with scattered team and official references. No coherent event statement or dates emerge.
Lou Nevikoff disclosed yesterday he will continue with the Chicago Cubs under a newly raised contract. He noted a base pay of $20,000, plus a $6,000 raise from last season, and hinted at an outfield role and improved batting numbers. The veteran infielder also asserted confidence in his public performance and value to the team.
Boston Bravest disclosed Max West has passed army physical, will report for induction Friday. West, star outfielder, joins war factory duties near Arcadia, California after walking-order events. Report places him at Los Angeles and in headlines with other trades and standings as the Braves navigate roster changes.
HERSHEY Pa March 91 The famed first baseman Dahlgren, a veteran of the Red Sox Yankees Braves Cubs Browns Dodgers and Phillies, laments poor treatment from clubs as he seeks a everyday job with Philadelphia. He recalls 1941 Yankees and offers insight into his strained career amid trade rumors and club politics. He notes admiration for Phillies president Cox and aims to prove himself in a fresh start.
Henry Armstrong proved tonight he remains a top draw as he defeated Tribuani of Winnington Delaware before a crowd of 12 692 at Convention Hall. The 30 round unanimous decision gave Armstrong his sixteenth win, with a gross gate of 529,915 25. He fought a cautious bout but landed heavy blows, while Tribuani tried to hold and counter.
Bear Mountain WN March 23 11NSi Jack Ter Kraus of San Antonio Texas reports Brooklyn manager Leo Durocher known as The Lip has berated Dodgers rookie pitcher for lack of enthusiasm and effort in fielding and chasing Staubers? and first-base play during spring work.
Jech Students join Span Am Baseball League as fifth member with plans to add more squads. San Antonio Bag and Divlep may exit if key players cannot be found. Loyouts welcomed by ASU for practice at Pillman Sullivan Park Wednesday at 5 p.m. The Knothole Gang, a Teen Bed science team, joins Monday but risks loss of sponsor Glenn Weel to manage the group. Opening play expected by April with double headers on Sundays.
The City Y League title race produced a tense opening night as Trinity Methodist and Myx clashed in a halted first half, with Myx securing a late run to lead at the break and Trinity fighting back in the second period. The schedule shows a third game set for Thursday, and a completion of the series on Saturday night.
Henry Ransom a 3 year old Texas Belting star is noted as a professional at the Galveston County club and also linked to Tom Mory Hills Country Club Philadelphia and Glen Garden Fort Worth names appear in the report from Galveston dated March 23.
North Texas State Eagles led by Bobby Jones and Ray Weonnck defeated Oklahoma State in a meet. Jones won the 100 and 220 yard dashes, Weonnck took the 440 and a relay leg. Leonnick claimed the 440 yard dash title with a strong 154, while others posted notable times including 1220 yard lows.
Inconsistent reports indicate the Philadelphia Phillies face roster gaps with players like Bucky Hues and others in camp. Manager Harris and coach Cox weigh deals to bolster reserve strength, while Patrolled by Yankee trade fragments, Ed Levy and Nick Etten shift speculation about Bronx departures and possible returns.
Navy announces LTJG James Crowley, famed Notre Dame star and Fordham coach, arrives for duty near Guadalcanal to head an athletic program for convalescents at a concentration base. He joins other celebrated figures entering South Pacific service, including Tunney’s fitness aides and Hollywood talents.
San Antonio boxer JeCK St. Loge, a well known figure in local amateur circles, is reported killed in war action. His father William Leper of 104 Plotka Street was notified. St. Leger served in the merchant marine.
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