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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1952
Page
6
A local crowd greeted Ol’ Jolo as he led a community run through town. Organizers praised the turnout and the route, highlighting the event as a celebration of local pride and solidarity.
The Missions signed Bobby Baleena Charley Grant and Pete Taylor boosting depth as fan discontent over the home stand fades with new help. JoJo White reported St Louis Farm Director Jim Mclaughlin promised distant playing assistance by week’s end. Bal cena brings speed and hitting, Grant adds power and arm strength, Taylor was a dependable pitcher and team man.
San Antonio Missions add Vernon Taylor Bobby Balcena and Charlie Grant from St Louis Toronto to bolster lineup. In return they trade Bob Mahoney to the Browns. Balcena to play center field with prior .272 season batting. Mahoney earned win in 10 inning victory over Oklahoma City.
The Browns solidified a commitment to assist fans by confirming 15,000 home paid admissions and vowing stronger support. Reporters say fans will feel welcomed as the team aims to deliver a winner in San Antonio, marking better prospects this season.
A Negro amateur pitcher of promise trialed with the Mission last Saturday night. Dr George Bennett who operated on Roy Sievers shoulder reports the surgery successful but time will tell if he can throw for pro ball again. The Browns held a hatboy contest with Bill Purdy winning $500 for education after a 14 year old upset the field in a multi round event.
George Scrimshaw announced plans to finance another L A Country Club Tennis tournament next year though Jimmy Langham noted attendance was disappointing. Scrimshaw predicted a three year path to a strong following, while Gardnar Mulloy earned praise as the season’s hottest player.
Procopio Herrera, Missions pitcher not on road trip, is conditionally assigned to Anderson F C in the Tri State league Class B. George Hausmann, Anderson manager, was last year’s Missions second baseman. Bill Lindquist, Anderson business manager, led Missions the past seasons. Bob Freels, promising pitcher, to Wichita Falls Class B Big State League. Ryne Duren and Russ Rosburg not yet assigned.
Former members of the Prospect Hill Yellowjackets Athletic Club, disbanded during World War II as players entered military service, will meet at 3103 Morales Street at 8 p.m. Tuesday to plan a reunion at Circle Grand on Sunday.
The St. Mary's university baseball team will play its final home game at 3 p.m. Wednesday against the Trinity University Tigers. St. Mary's has won both prior meetings 11-7 and 20-19.
Little League Coca Cola defeated Playland Park 5 to 1 in a Monday night game at Alamo Heights. Luby's Cafeteria beat General Hotel Supply 12 to 3 in the other matchup.
In a key Southwest Conference clash, TCU defeated Texas A&M 11-5 to tighten the league race. The victory boosts TCU within one game of the conference‑leading Texas and sets a high‑stakes tone for the rest of the week as bowl hopes loom.
Half of the ninth inning sees the score tied after Burns singles, a walk to Joe Frazier, and Sullivan's wild throw into the Missions' dugout on a botched double play attempt.
Sullivan Martin Damato Farotto and eellette lead a tight box score as Sullivan Lind and Farotto propel Sullivan. OkLaha City 7 end with key runs by Henson Kennedy Mahoney Post and HBP Tate. Mahoney earns the win while Kennedy takes the loss in a 2 45 game time.
Edgewood and Hondo prepare for a pivotal District 30-A baseball game at Edgewood field at 3 p m Tuesday. Edgewood, 4-2 in district play, beat South San Antonio 7-5 after an 11-error game, while Hondo remains undefeated. Northeast Rural, East Central, and additional district results are noted with scattered box play ensuing.
The San Antonio Country club hosts qualifying for the annual women’s championship with match play set to begin Wednesday. Oak Hills and Willow Springs host weekly events with 18-hole and nine-hole flights. a Willow Springs pro am took an 8 under par 63 to win. Fort Sam Houston players finish qualifying by May 11 for their club championship with medalist rounds due then. Mrs. Tom Webb is last year’s champion.
Cleveland's vaunted big four Feller Lemon Wynn and Garcia have started all but one of the Indians 19 games, with relief duties rising as Brissie and Chakales struggle. Avila homered in a 4 2 win over Boston, backing a strong bullpen turn by Wynn.
In Columbus Willie Pep outpointed Kenny Leach. In Scranton Joe Giardello and Joe Miceli fought to a ten round draw. Freddy Dawson defeated Norman Webb in Chicago. Johnny Cesario beat Carmine Fiore in New York. Art Hearns outpointed Art Swiden in Pittsburgh. George Arauso defeated Auguste Cadlet in Boston. Contella defeated Gianni Uholdi in New Orleans with a ten round decision. Gilbert Stromauist, a 235 pounder, beat Paul Munguia in another main event.
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