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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1909
Page
3
The Cap Leidy fielded squad defeated the Tigers in early exhibition play ending a three year Tigers win streak. Vic Miller and Buck Flavis starred on the mound with solid defense as Cap Leidy’s club edged past the Tigers despite a spirited comeback bid.
In a rugged early season clash the Bronchos toppled the Tigers 9 to 1. Buck Harris excelled on the mound and at the plate striking out batters and driving a homer over the fence while Detroit’s Mullin and Kamill faced varied trouble. O’Leary sparked a late rally but San Antonio pulled away, led by Harris’s vintage form and key defensive plays.
Detroit scrambles for a 4 1 victory as Buck Harris belts a long homer after a disputed two-base call. Moriarity battles, Killian stars with a left field drive, and Crawford, Tyms, and O Leary contribute in a high tension frame. Fans question Donavan’s round trip decision as eighth inning strikeouts occur.
Fragmented sports recap recounts jittery play and colorful chatter across baseball and boxing events. Mentions Cap Schayfer, Bulger, Yanulyat, Toal, and Roy Mitchell with references to Giants, Hiewa Yanigans, and New York Colt. Highlights uneven performances, a rally bug, and disputed tickets amid a muddled, slangy national-league vibe.
May Sutton, world champion, appears in El Paso for a local exhibition today. Local crowds gather as she demonstrates serves and volleys, showcasing her famed game and Mexico and El Paso area interest in tennis.
In yesterday's Interacholas tic league game San Antonio Academy fell behind early as Peacock exploited a wobbly first inning. The cadets managed six hits, but the rally was halted after the initial frame, while Peacock piled up 16 runs to seal the victory. standout moments included a round trip homer by RB DeBons and sharp fielding from De Bont Herring Peacock and Patrick. Davey starred behind the plate for the cadets in a tough loss.
P Luckenbach led Turner athletes in top all around performance with 260 points, followed by Bimendorf and Lackenbach in second. Jimpy Alert Tistzel and AKG tied for high endurance scores, with Grunkel, Hunnity, and Kot fey also scoring. Final standings list Luckenhaeh at 242 and others trailing in a complete table.
United Press reports 107 contestants started from Getty Square Yonkers and ran 19 miles 12 yards to the American League park. Weather was ideal but the mudged course tested pacemakers. W Rasett of the Pasiline Athlete Club won easily in 3 hours 12 minutes 11 seconds, with C G Andrews of Xavier Athletic second in 3 hours 20 minutes 12 seconds.
New York March 97 The national football rules committee reduced scoring valid of the goal from four to three points. The one point reduction is expected to lessen one man victory chances against stronger teams. Other changes include touchback rules options on kickoff from the two yard line, a five yard penalty for serious fouls, and the choice of penalties after a single play. Walter Camp chairs a tiles interpretation committee to address questions. Forward pass rule remains unsettled pending another season.
The San Antonio district race of 1909 by the National Association of American Homing Pigeon Fanciers is underway from Taylor Texas over 102 miles. Entries include Rotuler Mee gemn Vinck Sr and Jr Dietzel Alfred Dietsel, with birds shipped to the Pacific Express agent for 7 pm separation and expected arrival around 9 to 11 am if weather stays favorable.
Boston March 27 Jin Jeff says he plans to travel here next and would challenge Jack Johnson if the big fighter comes. Jeff warns of financial friction at the fair, hints he could dictate terms and expects a new champion if Johnson stays away.
Unite Press reports looming bout between Jomason and Ketchell. Johnson vows to fight any recognized foe, demands 10,000 side bet and two weeks to train, aims to force Ketchell into definite declaration. Johnson heads to New York to negotiate terms and test Ketchell’s resolve.
United Press reports in Brooklyn that Great Britain secured victory in the international chess tournament, gaining the Nerneg trophy with a five to four score. One game remained unsettled due to time, but England led overall. American wins by Marshall Hodges and Voigt, while England defeated Blake Whitich Jacobs and Mitchell.
A distorted snippet shows an elder figure scolding a youth about past teachers and easier times. Dialogue references a Wend of eras and a Tully pity, suggesting a scattered reminiscence of schooling and discipline. The text is garbled and hard to pin to a clear event or names.
A mangled historical clipping from Philadelphia presents a garbled exchange between a comet and a lawyer. The text shows broken phrases about a verdict and necessity to make a longence with an evasive tone.
Wack Wreck Ride for Chas Street. The street bicycle stuntman, who rose to national fame after dropping a toy ball from the Washington Monument last year, faced a slide into...
A garbled contract fragment mentions a stated amount and two of three conditions. It references a champion ship and a ship designation, with incomplete wording about duties and remaining on water. The readable bits imply an agreement around a maritime task and rewards.
Telegraphs pour in as April 10 opening of the meet nears with plans for rapid track work at the fair grounds. California strings expected. two carloads shipped from El Paso. Charles S. Wilcon and Wade McLemore reserve stalls for 18 and 10 horses respectively. over 200 thoroughbreds anticipated by week’s end.
Amateur games are scheduled today on Mebhts Terrace channel. San Antonio Drug Company, San Antonio Browns, and San Antonio Machine and Supply prepare to cross bats in the post diamond afternoon. Browns clash with East End Tigers in a morning tilt to open the program.
The snippet cites quips from Louisvile Couriers Journal and Puck magazine noting social jokes about family size and parental observations. It hints at humorous dialogue about fathers, misperceived gifts, and playful insult, preserving a period voice without graphic detail.
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