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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1929
Page
4
Arthur Veltman departs San Antonio as a near Giants regular with Manager John McGraw confirming he will stay with the club. Veltman impressed in training and is viewed as a promising outfielder for the season.
Grimes and Ray Grimes, with Sodie Tate, Lee Stebbins, Karl Koli, and others, prepare for a season opener against the San Antonio Bears after the Pirates defeated the New York Giants last season. Mismatched rosters and early lineups hint at a cautious, strength-for-strength clash this weekend at League baseball park.
In St Louis Princeton and others broke multiple swimming records at Washington University. Ted Moler of Princeton set a scolleside mark in the breaststroke, while Gerrge Kojue and Kajne of Marquette led relay and backstroke events. Northwestern also posted a fast time as the meet produced several new marks.
Giants trip north in spring training amid mixed results. Coach notes and player shifts mark the action as New York lines up prospects for the season.
chaotic account of contract disputes surrounding a Chicago boxing event led by promoter Paddy Loughran and fighter Tommy Toughran. details include renegotiated purses, share allocations, and disagreements over payments to Mickey Walker and others, with medical and management notes intertwined.
A fragmented report discusses the Phils preparing for a northern trip, mentioning dengue concerns and team fatigue. It references players Wil tmubby Feranvon Mefinew Celine and Jeft Diatiere in a shaky exchange about pitching and fielding, with unclear outcomes and stray names.
The Boston Bruins faced the Kings in an eventful game with standout plays from several players. Details on scorers and sequence were unclear due to OCR issues, but the report notes Bruins efforts against the Kings and mentions teams and locations tied to the matchup.
A scrambled report says McGraw suffered an injury from a thrown ball during a game. The Giants visit the White Sox as they resume the series, with manager notes and illness affecting lineup and play.
The Chicago White Box struggle through the season without a captain as Art Shires, a southpaw first baseman, is removed from the role by manager Tena Bracherenehi.
March 30 game recap shows Giants Yans edging Waco 3 to 2 after a tense matchup. Pitcher Donoviteh lasted six innings, walking eight and allowing three runs. Virgil Cheeves followed with hard delivery as Caldwell and Ware contributed key hits and late defensive plays.
Mack's Stars travel for medical assessment as veteran pitcher Mack searches for relief on a spring swing. The roster includes Hatyers, Jack Muley, and others. Captain Eddie Coming to lead Athletics on a regional tour amid injury concerns and lineup changes.
At Chicago in March 40 UH coded youths from the tyrolet of pes Colo arrive with a fighting band of former high school players to join the University of Chicago Mallon Louenamert in a national high school basketball meet. Forty teams from 23 states will compete for the championship, with six teams seen as favorites: Tory Colorado state champions, Viera of Georgia, Atheis Tess, Drorkion Masa, Clmston City, and Wohreler Masa.
Exhibitions announce new works across nations and cities including West Gaim faarn and Cleveland f4meri with entries from Lauls Americanh Mlans-Palauelpnia and Texel. Invited guests from Nasalions Hi 9a and West Palm Heath attend, while national and international participants prepare for advanced showings and trials.
The fragmentary report notes a sports event involving Cincinnati and Mont real Hosals at Gayton Hench with Purdy in contention. Remaining readable names include Munger Tou Hepileika and Hirangh, indicating a contested result and potential improvements by Cincinnati Quffield amid unclear context.
Uncertain text reports Glenn Wright back with the Brooklyn team after a brief visit and a shaky showing. The report notes a former shortstop’s four-run ninth inning surge and mentions defensive issues and a failed attempt to prevent a loss.
Harris steps in as second-string for the Detroit Tigers in a March game versus the Buffs, with Houston Dixie champions aiming for a repeat win. The report notes Meager efforts, Gehringer and Daranelt among involved players, and Sharks and Leserand in key moments as the team pursues a strong finish.
New Orleans dispatch reports manager Roger Peckinpaugh of the Cleveland Indians has been working with a new wave of young infielders. The plan centers on rapid development, with emphasis on speed, defense, and bat control to sustain the club’s future.
In a close contest at St. Louis, the Senators defeated veteran pitcher Doak as key players from the lineup produced despite earlier troubles. Walter Jolinson sparked offense with a double play, while pitcher Chernoff held the line late. George Muraio, newly named Badger coach, watched from the dugout as his team showed resilience and focus in a game marked by strong pitching and steady offense.
Report of minor league exhibition action involving the Yankees in Jacksonville with scattered names and locations such as St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay area mentions, and players cited in a garbled summary.
San Antonio and Austin relays produced standout marks including Eddie Ifseli setting a new filet school cup record at Si feet 4 inches. The mile saw Main Avett Singh of Theekerieidge finish strong behind Dunlap of Kebstewr. Bevan of Emmporin set a javelin record, while Croslelt of Wouston won the 100 yard dash in 14 seconds.
A chaotic report shows the Saturday Baseball league meeting at Thread Sporting-Gouty venue with Stingers and other local groups discussing umpiring roles and upcoming fray. It notes presidential involvement and lists several companies and organizations connected to the event, including Southwestern Bell and San Antonio ports, with uncertain details and dates.
A list of players and matchups appears to describe a Sunday golf event. Star golfers from Amle Qot Bethe, WL professional, and several named competitors including Lovillain, Meubet, Alinghi, Hinngion, Min, Walls, Vrowder, and Slew are scheduled for head to head rounds. The report notes public interest and venue timing.
College Station Texas scene features Aggie ball players in a series with Waco. References to W Coreh Bot Canteyrai and Notre links appear among scattered lines. The fragment describes Southern city coverage and local sports notes with unclear details and several garbled words.
A fragmented report notes yellow baseballs entering circulation with vivid orange, red, and green trims. Galt extends voting to old shaft amid changing lines and a wave of new product names, suggesting a shifting market and potential price effects.
Hy Gayle Talbot Jr reports from a milestone Southern Methodist event as top American athletes compete at San Antonio. The meet emphasizes speed and record attempts with Paavo Nurmi among notable entrants. Strong performances push for new marks in relay and distance events shaping the national scene.
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