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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1936

Page

2

Canzoneri Upsets McLarnin In Madison Square Garden

Tony Canzoneri, the Vancouver Irishman, defeats Jim McLarnin in a dramatic eleven round battle at Madison Square Garden. Canzoneri overcomes an early deficit to win by unanimous decision as McLarnin shows signs of aging and weakness. The bout, a characteristic upset, draws $83,749.50 gate.

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Church Split Led to New Building in Saline County

A historical dispute within the Church of Christ in Slater, Massachusetts, years ago led to a break and a separate site built five miles away. The deed, dated November 28, 1905, restricts use to a church facility and forbids any organ or musical instrument.

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Cape Grants Chance Better After Accident

May 1 report from Lexington Kentucky states Gaye Grant trainee for Mrs Prank Younts Stables near Lexington sustained injuries in a car crash. Mrs Yount summoned Dr William White of Louisville to attend Grant with White reportedly in Lexington on Saturday.

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Melarnin Concedes He Should Quit After Fight

New York May 9 Aiinny Melarnin, the battered veteran, concedes he should quit after a brutal match with Canzonisi. Canzonisi praised Melarnin as the toughest opponent he has faced, while noting the bout showcased both fighters power and flaws.

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Olympic Pugs Reach Finals for 1936 US Boxing Team

Chicago May 20 final selection for United States boxing team to Berlin this summer as 16 boxers advance from tight trials at Sigdia. Final eight weight divisions list Jimmy Urse, Johnny Brown, Ted Kara, Will Johnson and others with alternates named. strong chance of flight to compete for Uncle Sam.

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Beld Venture Nominee for Chicago Derby

Beld Venture, Kentucky Derby winner from Morton L. Schwarte, named first nominee for the $16 000 added Chicago Derby to be decided at Hawthorne on June 20. The race will be run at a mile and a quarter. Cars galore offered in Classification 73 Light Classified.

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Texas Track Aces Favored in SWC Meet Preview

Texas Longhorns loom as favorites at the Southwest Conference track meet led by Wallender Grangisen and Reeves. The sprint relay quartet broke records as eight Longhorns qualified in five events, with Rice Arkansas TCU and Baylor also fielding multiple competitors. Alien Keen of Arkansas stunned with a 50.3 in the 440 heat while prelims also covered the 120 high hurdles and other sprint events.

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Texas Golfers Dominate Conference Meet Lead

Texas golfers hold a commanding lead on day two of the Southwest Conference meet with Bill Welch at 144 after 36 holes. Baylor, Rice, and Texas A&M trail as Baylor's Dink Jennings and Raymond Ramey are among leaders, while Texas presses toward a likely team victory.

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Texas Tennis Players in Form in SW Conference Semis

The University of Texas tennis team dominates the Southwest Conference tournament semis after rain shortened play. Four Longhorns reach singles semis and two UT doubles teams advance, with Gordon Pease to face Edgar Weller and Carl Smalley vs Lindsey Franklin in singles. Baylor’s McCleary and Fickett meet Weller and Franklin, while Smalley and Fess face Holden and Campbell of Rice.

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Louis Defense Secret Tells by Runyon on Louis

Damon Runyon argues Joe Louis’s defense relies on instinctive mind muscle coordination. Louis anticipates opponents’ moves without tipping plans, a skill differing from Max Baer’s scattergun approach. The piece compares Louis to Dempsey and notes Louis’s rare second sight and feints that force openings.

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Jockey Neves Near-Death Revival Shocks Bay Area

Jockey Ralph Neves, 19, was declared dead after a racing mishap at Bay Meadows yesterday when Fanikins collided and he was knocked to the track. He revived within 20 minutes after adrenaline, insisted he would ride again, and rode five mounts today for owner A A Baroni.

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Tulane Benie Butter Reaches Final At Southern Intercollegiate

Tulane’s Benie Butter ranked No 1 advances to the singles final of the Southern Intercollegiate tournament by defeating Texas’ Ralph Burns 6-2 6-0. Rain halted the other semi as Bill Byrd led Don Doyle 7-5 3-2. three seeds fell in morning quarterfinals.

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Seguin Makes League Debut In South Central Texas

Seguin Wilte Sox announce their league debut against New Braunfels Texie Millers in Seguin Sunday at 3 30. Manager Check Batery opens advance ticket sales for the inter city rivalry as Mayor Max Starcke to pitch the first ball to County Judge H A Heideke.

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Apostoli Defeats Risko Decisively in San Francisco

Freddie Apostoli of San Francisco dominated World Champion Eddie Risko in a one sided bout, moving closer to a middleweight title crack. Apostoli kept Risko on the defense, clinching frequently as the San Franciscan controlled much of the action last night in a decisive win.

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Henry Frnka Named Vanderbilt Fresh Coach Candidate

Henry Frnka, famed Greenville Texas high school coach with a 13 000 turnout, is reported by informed sources as the Vanderbilt freshman football coach choice for fall duties. Confirmation pending. invitation lists Frnka as Vanderbilt freshman coach.

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Houston Bulls Open Series with Missions in San Antonio

Houston opens a three game set with the San Antonio Missions after rain postponed Friday action at Techfield. The Bulls visit as Houston leads San Antonio by a half game for third place with two more games on Saturday and Sunday night and a Monday Ladies' Night appearance marking Missions' last until May 28. Bill Miller and Gay Fletcher were ready for duty Saturday.

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Baseball Box Score Texas Oklahoma City 1940s Style

A historic box score recaps a game between Texas teams and Oklahoma City with detailed batting and pitching lines. It lists players like Mueller, Rizzo, and Baker, noting hits, runs, errors, and fielding plays, along with umpire names and game time.

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Pairings Announced for Furniture Golf Championship

Pairings posted for the Furniture Men's Golf Association handicap tournament. Play begins 10:29 Sunday at Wittewr surings with groups led by Lloyd Darby and Hent Négera, plus teams including Grice Chane, Pred Eaves, Cesler Hill, Joe Karothit, Leo Tondouze. Other groups feature Hoy Tames, Raul Nowmm, Adh Lawrence, Gordon Robristi, Jack Lowres, Gorge Take, Wal George, and Terry Hall.

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Southwest Texas Loop Opens Season With Roses at Goliad

In a tight week of tele workouts the Young Rosebuds prepare for the Southwest Texas league opener Sunday at Goliad while Yorktown visits Cuero in the other game. The Buds start home action May 17 hosting Cuero, as reports from the coast note.

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