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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1908

Page

3

Missionfielders defeat St Marys College 15 to 6 in diamond clash

The Missionfielders posted a 15 to 6 victory over St Marys College on their diamond yesterday. Wolfson pitched strongly, limiting hits, while Clarkson sparked the offense with frequent singles doubles and three hits. St Marys errors plagued their effort as McHugo struggled early before settling in.

Missionfelders St. Marys College Boys Wolfson Missionfields Glark Missionfield McHugo Giame St. Mary Boys St. Mary St. Mary's Wolfson and Flowers St. Mary's College McHugo and Menger

West Texas Men to Meet High School in Tennis Match

A doubles tennis showdown is scheduled for tomorrow morning at West Texas Military Academy. Prof Blackjack and Mr Hays of West Texas will team with Frank Murphy and Frank Hicks of the High School for a maze like doubles contest. The match promises to be very interesting as all players are skilled.

West Texas West Texas Military Academy Blackjack Mr. Hays Frank Murphy Frank Hicks

Light offers $100 for anecdotes about San Antonians

The Light advertises a contest offering $100 for anecdotes about well known San Antonians. Prizes range from $20 to $1 for 63 top stories. Readers are urged to submit details of amusing events or incidents involving named locals, with many listed contact addresses. The contest closes March 31.

Light Tor The SIATY

Giants and Navigators set marks in Turner alleys

Two records fall as Giants win both games at Turner alleys. Giants total 430 in second contest, topping 339 prior, with 16 in splash record close behind. Key performers include M. Baetz Schmitt W. Riedmer Chas Phillipe Ki Pues Grasan and Ed Seng. Duke Tang’s high score noted among the crowd. Umpires Geo Lowther and scorer Fred Pfeiffer.

Turner Ars. M. Giants Glnenkner Giants Hela Fy Zizelman Navigators Mohawks Duke Wu Gleuekner Fane M. Raety J. Schmitt Keylich M. Schanke W. Riehner Juinnier P. Hoefgen L. Tabbs Chas, Phillips R. Neuman Aig A. Glevekner Canta Ues TH. Scholl Grassa Sena G. Koch Dunham F. Schaezner M. Schended A. Rircher Geo Lowther Scorer Fred Pfeiffer

John Frost Sets High Gun Record at Livares Heights

Members of the Livares Heights Gun Club held their weekly shoot yesterday afternoon on their field. John Frost achieved the best score with a record of 46, firing 24 then 22 to top the list of shooters present. Other scores included amounts around the forties, with several participants noted among the 40-point possible. Prizes listed included Rock salt and chicken feed, with a drawing for Campbell’s products and other items.

Livares Heights John Frost

Bronchos Face Cardinals in Early Season Showdown

The Gusling toothes on the Lusubeli diamond athletic park boast a fast setup as the Bronchos chase the pennant this year amid reduced seating. St. Louis Cardinals arrive after training in Boston, having defeated Houston Mud Cats and Galveston Sand Crabs in warmups. Today and tomorrow feature practice and a test game against St Marys boys to tighten the Bronchos roster ahead of regular play.

Lusubeli St. Louis Cardinals Bouston Murth Fire Houston Mud Cats Galveston Sand Crabs Aleol Houston Galveston Cardinals Cardinls St Mary’s Bays

Battle of the pins in Turner alleys clash

Lohrouchier's Bronchoix and Zork's Steers duel on Turner alleys tonight with both teams tied for last place. City Bowling League standings loom as the Socials and Laurel Ladies practice, while Phoenix and Fern Leaf Bowl clubs schedule sessions at Sommers and Darth alleys.

Lohrouchier The Socials Ed Schuetze Caplain Sommers Alleys Phoenix Bowling Club Tegulie Sommers’ Earden

Hold Prize Bowl Mama City Ladies Club Distributes Favors

The Amma Chly Lidice Bowling club held its first pela bowl yesterday afternoon at Beet Hoven Lanes. High score was 50, low score 22. Twenty two prizes awarded for place finishes with names including Mrs. M. Cohn and Mrs. N. Birney. Refreshments served after awards.

Amma Chly Lidice Bowling Club Beet Hoven Irites M. Cohn N. Birney Chas, Roemer Ed Stauan Henry Clemens Rove R. Garzat T. Phill JH. Wehriahn B. Balle G. Itobbesch KK. Nillass Senile Lot Saner Gee Huntress N. Austin Wolff Mr. Bod J. Wolff Ghas Newnam Pat. O'Hara Peterson

Bradford and Government Hill Tigers Fast Game Wrap

Very fast game between Bradford and Government Hill Tigers yesterday afternoon. Bradford trailed early but surged in the later innings, overcoming GOH with a 4 2 ninth inning rally. Davis and Harris led the pitching and hitting efforts, while Rudolph settled in for smooth control on the mound.

Bradford Government Hill Tigers Tigers Bradford Boys Davis Raldn Bandlely Harris T. Mughes Hicks

Brews and Gums Win Big In Two Bowling Games

Two Duerler Manufacturing teams, the Gum Drops captained by Alt Wiedenfeld and the Iron Brews led by Avo, split a night of bowling at Mission Garden alleys. Gum Drops won the first game by 9 pins. Iron Brews captured the second by 12. Standout players included Wiedenfeld, List, and Alf Duerler for Gum Drops.

Duerler Manufacturing, Company Camployes Mission Girden Chaim Drops Alt Wiedenfeld Avo Iron Brews Tran Brews Cmmé Guns Dropa Il Tyan Brews Wiedenfeld List Alf Duerler Tron Brew Troty Brews Lesa J A Wiedenfeld Cantam Bass Duerler Lamm Aber Mark Smith Kimo Maierhoffer May Arnold Kaplanark Zinmerman & Bolts Jeanuti Slinger Kettles Snarity

St Louis College team defeats West Texas Military Academy 18 to 4

The St Louis College team redeemed itself yesterday afternoon by defeating the West Texas Military Academy 18 to 4 in Austin. West Texas lacked steady defense and gave poor support to the battery. The St Louis boys played a more careful game, positioning like veterans after an earlier loss to the Peacock team.

St. Louis Cardinals Austin Semuers Austin Karger St. Louis College Iwell West Texas Military Academy West Texas SS Louis Peacock Towervers St Taine College Rosdon Kelty West Taxis Miliary Academy

Thomas team to play Center Point in April doubleheader

The Thomas school basketball team will play Center Point in April with Kerrville canceling. A doubleheader is set for April 24 and 26 on the Princess court. The Brackenridge Gravyner and Thomas girls had a tough outing with Thomas winning 16 to 12 after a second period surge. detailed scorers and lineups listed.

Thomas School Thomas Kerrville Counter Point Princess Court Thon Jatterts Omni Brackenviden Thamas Traminar Behan Girvin Eurt Bochm Johnzon la

Terrel Wells Automobile Line Schedules Revised

The Terrel Wells Automobile Line has updated schedules and will connect with the South Flored car at the end of theear line. In case of accident, passengers may experience up to twenty minutes delay. Fares for round trips are 40 cents. special trips after 4 pm require four or more passengers and a phone request.

R. L. Burnett Co One of State's Largest Box Plants

R L Burnett Co at 515 817 East Commerce stands as a major Texas box manufacturer with a plant noted as among the Souths largest. President and manager Mr R L Barnett brings thirty years of box making experience. The firm serves Texas Louisiana and Mexico and employs about 35 to 50 workers. Harpett Co supplies wrapping paper bags and related materials to support the operation.

R. L. Burnett Co East Commerce Aloet BR. Lb. Barnett Texas Louisiana Mexico Reshi¢a Ta Harpett Company

Field Day Bout At Fort Sam Houston Promises spectacle

The goldist boys at the post stage a Saturday bout between Schultz and Wibizhans at the post gym with Welter weights 126 and 138 pounds. The event follows a September draw with Kid Merman. Athletes train in shipping quarters as field day tasks loom for Fort Sam Houston amid a crowded program of military and civilian events.

Goldist Schults Wibizhans Cateh Wae Schultz Ibighuns Ith Itlehaus Mils Hallg Philadelphia Kid Merman Bibighway Troup K Barracks Fort Sam Houston

Meet First Time High School vs Pescacle in Pater Series

The next game in the Pater scholastic series features High School facing Pescacle School tomorrow afternoon at Kriseh's ball park. Peacock leads amateur teams with strong showings, while High School seeks improvement after early losses, including their matchup with San Antonio Academy.

High School Pescacle School Tommorrow Kriseh’s Ball Park Peacock Sm Aller San Antonio Academy

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