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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1944

Page

2

Kelly Field Keeps Lead in Service Loop

Kelly Field extended its league lead in a high scoring Sunday, piling up 20 hits in a 15-9 win over Brooks. Dick Midkiff earned the victory as Jeny White, Carl Critter and John Comer drove in multiple runs. Frank Madura and Rube Naranjo contributed key defensive plays and speed on the bases. The Warhawks later shut down Hartung as Enos Slaughter’s past power highlighted a 13-hit assault led by George Russell.

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Monterrey Golf Champion Returns Home After Victory

Jo Henson wins Monterrey national invitation golf tournament. Mies Henson defends title next week. Polly Ann Tiley loses in finals. Arthur Gordon defeats by Vanderhoff in men's tile match with 73s in qualifying. Sant Goldfarb wins first men's title with 5 and 1 victory over Oscar Tassos. Mrs. Fixie Grant loses to Chace Derby in women’s finals. The weekly golf sweepstakes at Syl Brackenridge park sees Willon eight-stroke net 4. Pro honors include Crom scratch and third-place ties.

Jo Hinson Mexico Monterrey Mies Henson Polly Ann Tiley Port Worth Jel Ak Laughtinfield del Rio Tex W. G. Morris Iw Gross Willon Champainship

Spar-Am League Tam Gute dan aweigh Caley Mine Wilmer

The league action saw Spar-Am squads clash as Caley Mine Wilmer edged the defending champion in a tense game. Norrangin Seat Feet faltered while The Miletes shut down Oiler and Giants attacks, with strong pitching and timely hitting shaping the scoreboard.

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Cubs suffer record loss streak as Pirates sweep doubleheader

The Chicago Cubs tumbled into a 12 straight losses, a dubious mark for April, after dropping both ends of a Sunday twin bill to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cards rally to split with Reds, while Tigers stumble at home. Brav es, Giants win. rain wipes two slated games. The Associated Press report notes major league woes and early-season struggles across several clubs.

Chicago Cubs Pitte+burgh Charley Grinun Bruins Pirates Detroit

War Workers Sweep doubleheader over Fredericksburg Giants

The San Antonio War Workers extended their unbeaten streak to eight wins against two losses by sweeping a doubleheader from the Fredericksburg Giants at Richter Field. Led by Hugh Kleamer and Connle Ifish on the mound, the Workers won 22-2 in the opener and 10-9 in the second game. Earl Charpentier hit two triples, Lesiy Epps went 7 for 8, and Enderlin along with A Kleamer contributed key hits as Fredericksburg fell in both matchups. The team heads into a three-game series with the Mexico Miners next week, with one game at Tech Field and a twin bill on Sunday.

Kelly Firsi Redericksburg H. Eleamer A. Kleamer Rocamentes Guerra Fredericksburg Enderlin A. Kieammer Sanches Lesiy Epps

Conference Seeks Pro Agreement

The Sumah West conference, meeting in Austin, May 8 9, presses for a wartime pro signing rule. Dr. J G Dolley, president, announced the group will discuss changes to recruiting with no final policy adopted.

Austin Nitlorn Warcime J. G. Dolley Pra Eircult

San Marcos doubles clash and college eligibility talk

The article logs a long baseball and sports event at San Marcos with box scores and player names such as Mallory, Cupp, Henny, and Groh. It notes upcoming University activities and a discussion on athletic eligibility rules led by Dr Dolley, including proposed changes about withdrawal during a term and impact on eligibility. The piece also mentions the annual conference tennis tournament starting Thursday through Saturday and a faculty meeting ahead.

Jef Althallah Dolley Lesludert Facuitey University of Texas

Wagner Traded for Ford Garrison in Major League Move

Philadelphia May reports the Athletics traded catcher Hal Wagner from the Boston Red Sox to outfielder Ford Garrison. Wagner, who caught 111 games last season, has been a reserve this year and was reportedly accepted by the navy though active service timing is unclear. Also from Upper Darby, Joseph W. Griesser, former professional baseball player with the Atlanta team, died at his home.

Philadelphia uTi Athletics Hal Wagner Boston Red Sox Fey Garrison Wagner Frank Hayes Navy Griesler Upper Darby Joseph W. Griesser Atlanta Tram

Derby Aftermath by Bob Cc Loutsville

Derby coverage recalls Pensive winning the Kentucky Derby by four and a half lengths amid chaotic scenes and wagering records. Trainer McCreary and owner Mrs McCreary faced mixed reactions as Pensive rose to enable a historic earnings tally, while pundits note Jones’s Derby triumphs across a storied career with Whirlaway and Lawrin.

Pensive McCreary Hut McGreary Fleet Pouysive Jones Lawrin Whirlaway Fensive

Grimm Sees Hope For Cubs

Charlie Cisseum praised the Cubs after a double header loss to the Pirates at Wigley. He said the team showed spirit, promising improvement as he returns to management with the Cubs on their downbeat spell.

Grimm CMC Charlie Cisseum Chicago Cubs Pittsburgh Pirates Wigley Heldop Grimm Cubs Sid Charlie Vermis Milwaukee Brewers American Association Casey Slenger Grinny Columbus

Waco Beats Camp Wolters In Pitchers Duel

In a low scoring game at Waco on May 8, the Wolves defeated Camp Wolters 1 to 0 in a pitchers duel between Lefty Nelson and Sid Hudson. Nelson pitched five scoreless innings for the win while Bartleson yielded the lone run on six hits. The Wolves improved to their third win of the season and remain undefeated. Bartleson and Reem batted for Wolters, Hudson and Popvich also featured in the game.

Waco Downs Wolters Wien Bartlhson Reem Nelson Hudson Popvich

Baseball Standings and Game Summaries From Reports

National League standings feature Washington, Cincinnati, Chicago and others with results from multiple games. Highlights include Philadelphia and Boston scoring bursts, New York and Brooklyn contesting for top positions, and St Louis and Cleveland noted for key performances. Winning and losing pitchers are named, with Batters and fielding details sprinkled through the recap.

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Cecil Smith's Four Defeats Argentina Polo Match

Cecil Smith's United States polo team defeated Argentina 12 to 6 in Mbaigu City. The Americans dominated from the start with Lily Skidmore starring, scoring five goals. The South Americans were overwhelmed by superior team play as the U S led throughout the match on Sunday.

Mbaigu City May Kns Tecil Smith United States Argentina Lily Skidmore

High Baseball If Entries Warrant High School Tourney

UALLAS May 8 14 the state high school baseball tournament will be held there if at least four out of town teams enter. Director P R Cobb of Dallas high schools said the tournament tentatively set for May 25 26 and 27. New Braunfels Beaumont Carthage Hermlia and Edinburg were possible entries with at least four wanting to compete. The remainder of the field will be made up of winners from district and county plays.

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