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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1928

Page

7

Coach Bessen laments misfortune in Austin track meet

Coach Doug Bessen of Mai Avenue High disputes the outcome of last weekend's big meet in Austin. He alleges his Buffalo relay team was hurt by Henry's absence and injuries, noting Henry's poor form and two losses that affected scoring as San Angelo and Dallas differed in final standings.

Ant Doug Bessendon Mai Avenue Frestyle Austin Che Cuntain Sacha Henry Harder Buffalo Ledinn Luce Maury Jubo McMunn Henry Sor Kan Angelo San Angelo Angelo Boya Jogeh Stesenden Jimmy McNunn Norman Geant Ike Wige Foront Avene Dallas Rinehold Tke Loulaen

Barons Climb to Two-Game Lead in Teid Standings

Barons move two games ahead in the Teid standings as Birmingham Barony holds a two game margin atop the table. Reports mention Memphis and New Orleans games with key hits and pitchers contributing late-inning drama.

Fan Hit By Mostil Foul In Bad Shape

In New York yesterday Murray Rovenblm reports a fan was struck by a foul ball hit by Mostil during a Yankees White Sox game. The fan was treated at the scene, condition described as serious but stable.

Mostil York Murray Rovenblm

Prizes Mount in Local Fish Story Contest

Readers are urged to submit fish stories for a Light Prize contest with cash and items. Awards include five dollars, six dollar prizes, and various tackle gear from sponsors such as Tracey Alves Shakespeare saved winding reel and Barbera’s sorting goody company. Winners receive recognition and small hardware prizes from Medina area sponsors.

Tracey Alves Barbera Bjsorting Goody Company Eagon Eagon's Wie Rwmboat Medina Frei Christilles Sixdollar Tyne Dibble Company Minnow Locke Ofthe Nitk’s Joe Granite Attic Prizes

Martin Supply Leads City Minors In Lopsided Win

A chaotic game report shows Martin Linen Supplymen crushing Biunlitine Boars 14 to 4 at Concepcion Park. Teague and teammates boosted the effort with strong hitting and pitching by Indian Ravage and Alexander, while Kel ly-Maverick Krackerjacks routed Better Home Ice Creama 18 to 0 in a separate league matchup.

Maclin Linen Minox Teague Biblithic Tears Concepcion Park Isoppantis Meacham Stowe Grams Greyitehe Dohnny Uoffman Martin Linen Supply Ue Deurk Inn Cnte Befnee le Alexander Marin Iinen Beals Martin Kinen Aur Wehner Flynn Menara Hatimen Hornle Burt Havin

City Leagues Hitter Exploits Berserk Exhibition

Three weeks of quiet pitching gave way Sunday as City league batters exploded for six percent hits, including two homers and multiple triples. Lefty Carter of Public Service Utilities was the lone effective pitcher, holding Hugo Publishers to seven hits and one run while teammates slugged in a one-sided victory. The game featured a tense ten-inning stretch and a three-run rally in the ninth as the Eagles finally triumphed in extras. Melugin led the day with five singles, Mueller added a triple and three singles, and Walls contributed two singles plus a stolen base as the batters raked across the lineup and heavy hits.

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Eagles and Saturday Loop Utilities Play

Vague remnants describe a game between Eagles and Saturday Loop Utilities at Vale Ue Hervlee Mold. Several players are named with unclear spellings. listed out are Wasane, Jonn, Coyne, Gorhle, Wh Weawn, Pic ard, Nixon, Nichol Wyniles Watler, Mueller Kine, Wiloth, Wont, Therniton and Tarr.

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Liberty Club Riflemen Triumph Over Austinites in Local Match

A chaotic report details Liberty Club Riflemen defeating Austinites in a Sunday shoot at Austin and near-municipal venues. Scores include multiple shooters such as Thompson and Maseey, with margin varying through rounds. Austin challenged for a rubber match within 80 days as fanfare and local rivalry dominate the day.

Liberty Austin Villamen Hank Lis Giberly Lub Rooles Liberty Lab Rams Tiberty

High Schools Clash In Tuesday Diamond Series

The football like summary notes colorful misread names and a sports card style report. It mentions Wong Mamnov Pocketed and Avena Buttalves in a diamond series with Brackeuriten and Main teams highlighting a tense local rivalry. The piece references Curcell Wield and a schedule shift from Tuesday to Friday with a strong Brackeuriten influence.

Nerave Bultona Hamilton Shen "Pinkey” Whiter McCurry Acme Mtn Avenue

McKechnie Suspended for Abusive Language at Umpire

St Louis Cardinals manager Hill McKechnie has been suspended for directing abusive language at umpire Chanes McManus after yesterday's doubleheader with the Brooklyn Dodgers. National League president Meyer announced the punishment, with no fine imposed. McKechnie, known for fiery behavior, receives a conduct penalty from league officials.

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Michigan Faces Tough Week as Big Ten Title Hangs

May unsettled Big Ten race with Michigan leading the standings after a week featuring four conference games. Michigan faces Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa on the road and at home, while Northwestern, Minnesota, and Chicago also play. Town sits second after three wins, with Purdue, Indiana, and Minnesota also on the schedule.

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