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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1931

Page

4

Mrs Hunter Faces Mrs Fisk In Golf Title Final

In a Saturday match at Wichita Falls Country Club two leading players, Mrs Ruth Hunter of San Antonio and Mrs Rose Winger of Wichita Falls, vie for the 1931 Texas Women’s Golf Championship. Hunter, currently leading, battles Winger amid rapid putts and tense greens while rivals Pharr, Fisk and others rate the final as a toss up.

Bill Parker Tofar Texas Ruth Lunter San Antonio Wichita Falls Country Club Theo Fine Fairwase Estarday Trinh, Sual Fmonlyeenlcs F. Fadlock el Paso Chapman Fort Dalian Smith Fort Arthur Bert Tlieht Ted Dealey Dalles Siew EB Cineherrs Delins Fifa E.W. Tone Wouston F. B. Jacobs Daltes Starling W. D. Sheewom Spemplaashin Dan Caaullerve D. Armstone Hopkina Young M. Pate Henfer

Wrestling and boxing results from Chicago and New York events

The report lists multiple fights and wrestling bouts with varied outcomes. Notable results include Jackie Dugan knocked out, Eddie Donige outpointer, and Francisco-Young Corbett winning on points. Several matches feature draws or decisions, with participants from Chicago, Philadelphia, Charleston and beyond.

Byte Ansonites Chiexeo Nay Trembie Mockford Jobong Chicago Drew Aoline Marney Coss Ghigagi Jackie Dugan Tonelyile Feston Heally Allen Charleston Eddie Donigeey Philadelphia Menepanor A S Francisca—Young Corbett Ferena Calif Tommy Herman Chicage

Judge Goes Under Knife In May Hospital Operation

Judge Joe, veteran first baseman of the Washington Senators, underwent an emergency operation for appendicitis at Peter Pant Tringham hospital in May. Doctors expect a two week recovery, while manager Walter Johnson arranged for Joey Kubel to join the team from Baltimore for a double header with the Red Sox.

Newtor Jobson Judze Joey Kubel Baltimore Kubel

Captain Jones Succeeds in Army Reserve Corps

Captain Hubert Tyre Jones Jr. of Washington DC receives acceptance as a captain in the Marines Reserve Corps after retirement as a poll champion. The War Department today announced the promotion.

Jones Washington, MC Hubert Tyre’ Jones Jr War Department Today Hieers Riseeve Corps

Weickline's Wallop Wins His Own Game

Lefty Weickline of San Antonio pitched a rare feat at Corpus Christi Friday to drive in the run in the eighth inning and lift his team over Rio Grande Valley league foe. At Harlingen, the Taddeehalked up their sixth straight win, defeating Mellen 11 to 5.

Weickline Wallop Lefty" Weickline Rom San Antonion Corpus Christi Feom Harlingen

Youngster Howell Wins Golf Tourney at Hot Springs

Billy Rowell, a young Richmond golfer, claimed the Old Dominican Championship by defeating Trowbitt in the final at Caxtadem course. Nowell reached the finale by beating Peckinn after qualifying Thursday. Also included, Emporia College won a baseball game 3 to 4 over Oakema Clip Uni Vin.

Howell Hot Springs Billy Rowell Richiannd Aolfer Dominica Trowbitt Wat Springs Caxtadem Nowell T. Phillie Peckinn Ile Esmporta College Emporia Kan College of Exporia Elekteune Oiakema Clip Uni Hens' seHerdas

George Connally Sued For Separate Maintenance

Clare Connally, Toledo club publisher, sued her husband George Connally for separate maintenance, claiming he deserted her in February 1921. The case is filed in Chicago as reported May 2.

George Connally Chicago Clare Connally Toledo Club of the American Association Thytixs Connally

Odd Carnival Face Slapping and Civic Plans Mentioned

Quirky local notes describe a 36 hour mutual face slapping display among Kiev and Wassl Weboroday figures as carnival sport enjoyed by peasants. Temishaming's 2000 residents formed by International Paper mills aims to house workers. company houses restrict ownership. A chess problem offers a mailed self addressed envelope for solutions. A contest invites readers to write Ripley for cartoon questions in the newspaper.

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Old Alex Happy As Lark In Pro League Opener

Chronicles a chaotic ballgame at Garrett Field where Grover Alexander and the Mueller team clash with the Stivilers. Alex proclaims payday ease amid a five hit five run effort, while fans flood the stands despite political rovers and a wrestling show outside the park.

Grover Alexander Alex Bastvall Korex St. Louis House of Murllees Toles Young Cfr Bannex Sten Alexander Boston Minh Ela Lara

Main Athleti Second At Austin Coss Tournette Squat Meet

Main Avenue high school trackmen traveled to Austin on Friday and earned a second place in a triangular meet with the University of Texas freshmen and Austin high school. The freshmen piled up most points, but Main placed in many events led by top sprinters in the 440 and mile. Storm of Texas won the mile, with Schramm of Main second. Cox of Texan led the 440, while Daugherty of Main won several events for Austin. Numerous events produced tight finishes and shifting leads, with final results showing Texas and Austin taking key distances and points.

Stoange High School Austin University of Terns Teaag Winging Treshmen Largeid Austin High Plate Entes Burnett Storm of Teris Schramm Main Cox Texan Dain Tiny Ema Smreraney Dagh— Tmutter Main F. Smoliborat Texas Walker Crooks Clint Weming Koonts Matsarene Daugherty Vard van Smith Monin Avenup Fiiat Adams Secon Sterena Deris Tessa Bradford Main Avenue Secon Freeman Pichete Tiatanee Becan Freeman Shath Anstin Jama Ginneer Firet Thodgea Gibson Alsahens Teena Beieht Blodger Pexor Pradford Frenman Hetzlox

Sparks and Pirates shine in late inning wins

Summary of major league results with multiple teams pulling ahead in late innings. Hits by Lloyd Waser for the Pirates, Vic Feantec and the White Sox, and Charley Sullivan for the Tigers pace several 4- to 6-run performances. Urban Pickering and Ted homers contribute to Red Sox victory. Cubs and Cardinals also show strong hitting in scattered games.

Earnshaw Aibleton Yankees Rictory Lloyd Waser Pirates Drave Pittsburgh Heiss Vic Feantec White Hox Hindou Kanes Gull Aevenerin Browns Hughey Critz Ginsits Hfit Wintner Sylvealee Johnson Cardinala Carle Pace Zant Cubs

Unclear historical sports leaders and teams fragment

Fragmented OCR shows names and teams from baseball and American League standings, listing players like Glante, Pirates, Cardinals, Marlins, Yankees and Tigers with scattered scores and affiliations. The garbled text preserves no coherent event or date but indicates leagues and team mentions in a period newspaper style.

Indians Run Wild In 44-2 Victory Over Dallas Steers

Sanguinet, anchoring the outfield and right field defense, shows hustle as the Indians explode for seven hits against Dallas pitcher Murray. Stebbins, Nash, and Sanguinet drive in runs while Mulph Stein shines on the mound in a one sided game that leaves Dallas broken in three games here.

Edwarde Western Association Ludines Sonethilie Custoff Faireston Sasguioe Lee Strhlling Nash Priiay Haopainet Sanguinet Indians Dallas George Murray Murray Flanxainyee Cyean George DeVisciros Trine Hentan Sanguinel Mobertaon Mulph Stein Ralph

Ohio Relays Start Amid Record Rocketry

The Ohio Relays opened with Dreke and Lenn chamuiona making a strong impression as events progressed toward the final. The evening saw new marks, including a century run by Chioutatend and Fatson, while 200 plus athletes competed in college and university events. Visiting sprinters from Michigan Notre Dame and Oklahoma posted notable times in the 10 yard trap event.

Columnus Obie Ghin Ro- Tayn Dreke Lenn Ohia Hle Anenlag Yestering Chineolteneg Ang Hinh Choos Chi Fatson Tony Tolan Michipen Maleon Moetwingek Notre Dame Peylan Glare Oklahoma Aggien Wild Coranete

City Soccer Trophy Held Up Until 1932

The Mexico club did not claim the city championship this season due to delays. A banquet announced the trophy’s suspension until next year and its return to the committee for safekeeping.

Mexico J. Gleerd Himerlf Hatur Ingelute Gwerm Anshun Mexden Club Ceerern Worriien Abled Tar Kame Datva Eum Wae Navar

Dallas Seeks New Infield Start After Harrell Release

Infielder Dick Harrell was released by Dallas after a batting order dispute. Manager Flap Morar will shift to second base Saturday as Dallas seeks a temporary replacement while pursuing a new signing. Team officials said right fielder Rob Lerletun announced Harrell’s exit and that Glarcell will be replaced at second base until a suitable candidate is found. Tarleton remains hopeful to secure Pinkie Higgins from Philadelphia Athletics, but obstruction delays persist.

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Waltonians Host Big Meet In New Braunfels

The Waltonians in New Braunfels host the state sportsmen convention May 2 with legislators in attendance and a banquet honoring needs of Texas sportsmen. Officers include Tuttle as president and Wood, Strickland, Hennestey, Band as vice presidents and secretary treasurer. A new board of directors features Horetron, Thucoin, Drummond, Luckner, Mitchell. Delegates plan fishing and golf events and tours after the convention.

Sam Attoniana Travelera Hotel Col VW. BG. Tuttle San Antonio Anler James Eiband New Brauable Fourth State View Oble Atate Sut Vine Atate League Tultte Preaklen ALR Wood Anatin W. J. Moody Jr Galveston Econd View Ds F P. Strickland Miseslow James Hiband New Braunfels Tours C. Ty. Hennestey Sinn Antonio G. H. Horetron Jonsson Bob Thucoin Waco Don Drummond Fort Worth Waleler Luckner Ban Mertot Tomer Mitchell Dallas Naon

Vontey Teams In Benefit Volleyball Match

A benefit game by the Vontey teams will raise funds to cover a trip to the International tournament in Rochester New York. The San Antonio team faces a roster of former Texas university stars at the I OF' st seven thirty Saturday night. Opponents include Jerry Prather and other noted players. The San Antonio squad aims to secure the $400 needed to pay travel costs for the Rochester trip.

Chenter New York San Antonio Rochester Triumpha Wichita Taek Moray Baul Kalk Townadugh John Roberts B. Te Kirby Isay Worthan Coulter Neh Gall Metsulloh Rath

Noonan Hurls One Hit Game at St. Marty Tattons

Noonan threw a one hitter against the Cincletx on a Wednesday afternoon at St. Marty Tattons field. A rival pitcher Koilekmeyer hit a triple for the lone run as Noonan struck out six and walked three, with no other hits recorded.

Noonan Koilekmeyer

United States Davis Cup Faces Mexico in North American Final

United States and Mexico clash as Davis Cup players Wilner Allison and Frank Shields win singles to set up a doubles bout. Allison defeated Alfonso Anda and Shields beat Ricardo Lapin as U S and Mexico battle toward the final for a chance at Canada in Montreal May 21-22.

Mexico United States Real Tndey Morthara Wilner Allison Austin Tesaus Frank Shiells New York Allinon Alfonso Anda Shields Ricardo Lapin Unda Ontenrat Tapia Baueline Fuui Irina Canada

Amateurs and teams schedule Sunday games in San Antonio

Amateur clubs and local teams announce Sunday fixtures across multiple fields and sites around San Antonio. The Bitter Krusis, Dell Taxi, Taft Produce, Schuh Grocers, and Piggly Wiggly Independents post match times, locations, and practice notes, with a captain election and an upcoming league game highlighted.

Texas League Box Scores From a Fragmented Page

Readable names and partial box score fragments show players and teams with scattered stats and notes. The garbled OCR preserves few concrete outcomes or dates but hints at multiple players and entries across games.

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