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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1946

Page

2

Austin Winner In Heights Track Meet

Austin High Maroons win a close team title at the Alamo Heights invitation meet over Corpus Christi Buccaneers with Brackenridge and Jefferson placing high. Ochoa anchors Laredo to fourth in the mile relay while Means leads Brackenridge in hurdles. Tech dominates distance events as Austin takes three firsts. Continuous heats and scratches mark a long, crowded program and several records were contested.

Wes Mabrito Alamo Heights Corpus Christi Buccineers Maroons Corpus Christi Brackenridge Eagles Jefferson San Antonio Zaredo Laredo Ochoadan Tigers Austin Kenneth Jackson Allin Means Arnoul San Antonio Tech J. Laredo Tech Jim McMahon Adyar Harlandale South San Antonis del Rio Gonzales Lyte Columbus Alamo Heights Turbank Uvalde John Seller Means Bras Tate Triia “Bakiy' Maith Sarnich Jackson Roto Tefferson Satinon del Rioy Seber Telleraon Gerhardt Amd Mech Coumbur Reynolds Brackensidee Bollingar Columbua Fieleit Iocknon Anatias Dyern Tetherson Geilor Delforaue Gerhart Bracken Norris Inde Ood Tone Stilley Matsa Seheade Davenport Salmon Vilex Hollingsworth Cloay Symons Cnacalon Reeves Juffure Stolch Advard Yalan Ria Artigid Corpus Chen Beredo Milter Tia Sena aMteMahon San Gator Detfurrtney Mewmae Lyles Miles Alamo Levis Moale Clpka A Svtecotud sHarlandale Aimeor Ratfours J. Posed South Bon Anl Aula Cirrothern Naleton Atha meGreigit Cisminghan Well Jone Burbank Susaél- Wind Siewert Ankrom Aslan

Billiards match ends with Masconi and Caray in close loss

In a world billiards contest at Wilmington, Mascioni scores 128 and Caray finishes 124 as the Western Australia pair challenge. The final tally reports 72 to 64 in favor of Mascioni and 62 to 3 for Caray, reflecting a tense match with key blocks and runs through the day.

Billiards Cmicago Mavely Wlile World Askeet Wliliard Citsespion Ira Za Weernar Sasey Carag Wilmington Bel Magvington Apf Dole T Masc Oni Citas

Tulsa Plays Toledo Hens At Tech Field

Tulsa offers under Gus Mancuso host Toledo Mudhens at Tech Field in a 3 PM Texas League exhibition. lineups feature Bobby Martin Frankeel Millan Glenn Snyder Leonard Greene Roy Easterwood Elwood Grantham Bobby Carlson Jim Glore Chester Prust Harold Stewart for mounds. Toledo benches include Jess Newman Bob Wren Blackle Thompson Stan Galle George Corona Bob Barton Ray Coleman Lester Moss Benny Huffman Edward Redys Ben Knuepper. Umpires are Bob Austin Mike Williamson and Andy Andrews. Admission 50 and 25 cents.

San Antonio Gus Mancuna Tulsa Toledo Mudhens Tech Field O'Clork Ollera Bobby Martin Frankeel Millan Glenn Snyder Leonard Greene Roy Easterwood Elwood Grantham Bobby Carlson Jim Glore Chester Prust Andy Steinbach Harold Stewart Toledo Jess Newman Bob Wren Blackle' Thompson Stan Galle George Corona Bob Barton Ray Coleman Lester Moss Benny Huffman Edward Redys Ben Knuepper Bob Austin American Association Mike Williamson Andy Andrews Homer McDermott

Finals On in Heights Tennis

Alamo Heights hosts the annual girls tennis invitational with singles crown match between Lena Thieme of Cuero and June Knox of Brackenridge. Doubles winners were Jane Gross and Ruby Jo Dabney of Corpus Christi, who defeated a Corpus Christi pair. Knox was unable to participate due to a sprained ankle.

Alamo Heights Lena Thieme Cuero June Knox Brackenridge Tate Jane Gross Ruby Jo Dabney Corpus Christi Mary Scott Garoling Vetters Mourles Jesennt Und Dulin Seguin Koshiya Yeager Betty Simbrich Brackentidee Emilie Vander Ghuten Nancy Voxelsang Betty Jo Motz Edn Heda Gonzales Aefault Jane Grosg Corbus Evelyn Weatherly Aen Patey Wallace Caurn Tran Linscomb Mary Somer Avella Fotrrating Geraldine Hood South Low Virginia Gens Wallin Bower Fotterstam Bes Jean Marshill Christine Lambrecht Vidando Senth Fan Betty Hatton Rok Mbene Mie Alani Worstita Agi Beanalinle Ane Laie Tancock Settlit, HO Wanwine Sievers Ellen Hayne Welly BiNio Tacos Star Tier Baviler Jette Oh Wy Cyne Line

Monteay Monsoon Golf Tour Names Noted Players

A damaged OCR fragment mentions Mexico Baseball and an international tour with players linked to Cuban links and a Monteal event. It references Rene Montiwitida, Catan, and Terkiy Olly, in connection with a 20,000 estimate tied to a tour in Tevolution sthaium and a 920 020 14n-n date.

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George Wheeler Dies at 76 in Los Angeles Heart Attack

George J. Wheeler, 76, a former major and minor league pitcher and infielder, died in Santa Ana last night from a heart attack. He operated a bakery hiree and played for the Philadelphia Nationals around the turn of the country, also with Milwaukee San Francisco and Los Angeles teams.

George Wheeler Los Angeles George J. Wheeler Alo Santa Ana Wheeler Philadelphia Nationals Milwaukee San Francisco

Barron Leads At Greensboro in golf tourney

Herman Barron of White Plains North Carolina led the second round of the Greater Greensboro golf tournament at Sedgefield Country Club with a four under par 66 total 132 to pace the field by two strokes. Jim Ferrier of Chicago was two back in second after a 68 68 first round. Twenty four holes remained to be played as the field moved into Sunday action with many top players contesting for the title.

Sedgefield Country Club Jayout Baron Jim Ferrier Chicago Sourea Mermay Burren Walter T.donald Dedanoeion Hamilton Chandler Harper Jimmy’ Demaret Dick Matz Heensin xFrank Strinahan Lone Snow Lenny Shut Kwy Tuk North Caroliina Ohio State Madison Aware Garden Tarheels New York ‘University Harvard City College of New York Eth North Carolina NC. Jr. A Oklatania Arales California Kansas City Toulett Aggies Baylor Call Townio Colorado Bob Arland Saven Tela Ay Timore Morgentiller New Messeo School Mince Kurland

Tony Palozola Dies At Age of 52

Tony Palozola of Boston veteran fight promoter and manager died early today in Polyclinic hospital after weeks as patient. He once managed Young Corbett 121 who held the world welterweight title 13 years ago. He had Welterweight Jimmy Doyle and Lightweight Joey Barnum in his fight stable. More than 166 candidates signed for spring football training at the University of Houston Coach Jewell Wallace said today. Uniforms will be issued Monday and practice begins in April.

Jtouston Houston Texas University of Houston Jewell Wallace

Boxing Show Boosts Police Benefit Fund to 5700

The annual amateur boxing event at the Municipal Auditorium raised 5700 for the Police Benefit Fund. Attendance was just over 5,000, with many bought tickets by nonattendees. Fund Secretary George Heraung said the goal is to reach 20,000 and the show helped restore the balance after recent claims.

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Fight Night Draws and Wins Across the Circuit

A chaotic fight card yields a ten round draw between Ayytane Re and Bet.wun-2ym AUT 179 in Austin as Tommie Gnaries and 177 clash. Across the board, fighters like Attra, Freddle Aria, and Harry Lone post mixed results with several decisions and knockouts. Baylor track coach notes Bill Martinson sidelined by tropical fever ahead of a meet at A&M in Waco.

Austin Tommie Gnaries Comedeck Charles Yan Atte Briliant Ratty Attra Freddle Besumoni Harry Lone Houston New York Tipsy Larkin Nick Mer Meriva C. Wilke Immy Eliott Haitimore Detroit Tam Muarletto New York Fionech Dolimas Bul Sternmier Wild Paul Darby Netroit Avurusts Maine Ferrew Saewistin Johnny ‘Mara Hogton Asbury Park Brokigh Worcester Tommy Belmont Toronto Jimmy Modney Shrewsbury Drew Biddin Grace Heaton Tommy Dogie Fall Hiver Botton Gua d Nontres Johnny Cosario Boston George Tiker Jack Fox Spokane Decleton Lowell Strene Hypolbby Me Sen Deke Caltt Quentin Breese San Diego Sally Malayer Porto Rlcan Martinson Waco Texas Bill Martinson Baylor Marinson Stovall

Strike Det Opening at Bay Meadows in Tafted Cancelled

The 45 day spring racing meet at Bay Meadows is tentatively cancelled pending state rating board approval. Track manager William P. Kyne said the board would likely act by Monday. The strike by the Mutuels Clerk guild over hiring 10 women led to the dispute and a police call with 29 officers dispatched.

Santarny Caur Bay Meadows State Rating Board William P. Kye Kyne Mutuels Clerk Guild California Horse Rating Board San Mateo Alameda Santa Anita

Brunner tops field in San Antonio women golfers event

Mrs Brunner led 23 players in the weekly San Antonio Women's Golf Association handicap medal at Fort Sam Houston with a net 99 13 76. Second place went to Mrs Isher, aiming for low score with 96 19 7 percent, while Mrs Arbuckle and Mrs Contested each shot 44 to contend for low nine hole score. Arbuckle won the prize.

Brunner San Antonio Women’s Golf Association Fort Sam ‘Houston Fine Isher S. R. Browning John Arbuckle R. L

Basketball News From The Nation's Rise And Rules

A long feature notes a study by Hobson on basketball shot effectiveness inside a 12 foot box, with directives for rules to widen the lane. It covers coach Howard Kinkaon of Oregon, a national extension, and the push to adjust court geometry to balance big men and guards. The piece also lists tournament results and pending decisions from 1937 related to NCAA style play and officials.

New York Gaunes Ite Howard Kinkaon Cage University of Oregon Rnres Hobson Legisla- Itech Byilieh Shotter Jertion Easterwood Fortune Tion M Telte McNoahos Sullivansviayte Carrol Sasszano Oron Gullian Préstfont The Association Y. Browne Nebranka First Vine S.deal Holiaon Sorona Foisest Cox Colorado Iilrd Rerbert Read Weateyn Michipait

Pirates rally falls short in Peabody showdown

AP report notes Center Wielder Orly Woekett leads a late charge as the Sox battle the Pirates in a tense final. Despite strong defense, Peabody escapes with a narrow win and Woekett dons a celebratory headgear.

Cal (Ap Hieara Orly Woekett Prrived Lysien Pirates Sox Peadens

Robinson Dispute Cancels Montreal Jersey City Game

In Jacksonville Florida the city playground board canceled a game between the Royals and Jersey City two International League teams because Montreal roster players Jackie Robinson and John Wright are black. Officials protested but the rule barring mixed race athletes on supervised facilities stood. Robinson and Wright had played previously in mixed games in other Florida cities.

Jacksonville Fla Psst UINS Montreal Jacksonville Playground and Recreation Board Royals Jersey City Jackie Trobinson John Wright Oo Robinson Florida Brooklyn

Training Camp Notes and Baseball Prospects

Notes from spring camp detail rookies and prospects across camps in Florida and California. Mentions include Koslo vs Braves in Miami, Nascent rosters with Beira, Dillinger, Berardino, and Belbart, plus tense trade talks for Kellner and third base upgrades as teams evaluate rookies and veterans.

Sickinger in First Defeat at Knights of Columbus Meet

Cleveland crowd watched three favorites fall as records fell and two world marks surfaced. William McGuire Jr of Newsfare beat Fred Sickinger in the 1000 yard run with 2 14.7, while Dil Dilliard of Baldwin Wallace upset Wil Dugger in the 43 yard highs. Edward Conwell tied the world record in the 45 yard dash at 4.7 seconds, and Bayonne High's mile relay set a meet mark at 3 32.4. Minato clocked 6 53.1 in the one mile walk, Efaw won the two mile, McKenley took the 600 yard run.

Cleveland Wyo Knights of Columbus Cleveland Arena Wiliam McGuire Jr News Fare Fred Sickinger Manhattan College Harrison Dijlard Baldwin-Wallace College Wil Dugger Dayton McGuire A. C Buddy" Young Bayonne N. C William J. Minato Detroit Forest C. Efaw Herbert McKenley Illinois

Dallas Gets Pitcher Uhie Rebols Assignment

The Detroit Tigers announced five players assigned to the Dallas Rebels Texas league club under a working agreement. Left handed pitcher Bob Uhie returns to the Rebels. infielder Nemmy Moran. catcher Burle Stevle. first baseman Robert Moyer. and shortstop Harold Hirshon join from Detroit. Additional Tigers players and other prospects were sent to Buffalo and Be­almont Exporters.

Robert Moyer Buffalo Harold Ilirshon Bealemont Befor Detroit Roy Clark Denny Horton Art Troutteman Bill Pierce Harvey Ricba Mitin Taliacheck Cornelius Berry Johnny McHale Anse Mosve Vics Wertz

Aggies rout Luke Field Dukes in 26 to 2 blowout

Texas A&M hammered Luke Field Dukes 26 to 2 as Beasley and Newman led a dominant pitching and hitting display. A&M built early leads, racking up runs behind timely hitting by Wass and Beesley with strong relief from Beesley on the mound.

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