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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1941

Page

5

Missions and Rebels split through chaotic Sunday doubleheader

San Antonio's Missions and Dallas' Rebels wrapped a show series with a split as Maurice Newlin debuted for the Mission circle against Dallas. Ben Krickper pitched a 2-1 win in game two while Kyats homered and Neighbors drove in a key run with a triple and wild pitch scoring in the eighth. The Missions sit six and a half games behind second place.

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Randolph tops City Major League in tight standings

Randolph Ramblers opened a strong week, routing the Pans Catemen 8 to 1 as they strengthened their lead in the City Major League race. Art Velman's Kids, the defending champions, remain within one game after a Sunday split, while Randolph posted three steals and a decisive win at the Diamond.

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Engel Turns Back His Club

Chattanooga May 12 The Chattanooga News-Pee Press reports board of directors of the Chattanooga Tamkouts voted Saturday to turn back ownership plans. Griffith intended to arrive to complete takeover with Joe Engel as new owner. Fans had purchased the club for 100000 and paid 60000 with 40000 unpaid, amid poor attendance and a controversial park sign.

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Polo Tourney Opens Here at Brackenridge Park

Four teams Glano Raiders Wichita Pails Austi and San Antonio vie for the St. Anthony hotel local polo tournament opening Wednesday at Brackenridge park. Raiders and teammates list includes Charley Wheltenah Mogh Filashanoys Pred Troeyf and more. The Wichita team features Lapham Ride Goodnight and others, while San Antonio’s Rattlers beat San Antonio Leany 6-4 in a recent practice.

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Unclear Texas Leaders Inconspicuously Filmed Names

Fragmented OCR text lists multiple names and places such as Dallas Houston Fort Worth Oklahoma City Tulsa and several individuals like Skelly and McCigren. Details are garbled with no coherent event, date, or outcome to anchor a clear report.

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Texas Tenpin Tour Finals Spark All Time Bows and Records

Highlights from the 27th annual Texas Tenpin league tournament at Tykney lanes in San Antonio feature new all time records. Jim Carter posted 219, 88 percent and 24s to lead with 1921 all events, while San Antonio Turmes A-4 topped Class A team with 3092. Other top marks include a sensational 682 high game by Wesley Spencer and Pat Thomas joining Eloy Schiewer for 1280 in Class A doubles. The San Antonio Turners, Turner A-1, and San Antonio Turers dominate several divisions as Galveston Moody delays noted in the report.

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Week End Sports Summary From Albany to New York

In a sprawling track and field meet the stage shifts from Albany to New York as athletes compete across sprints jumps and relays. Notable performances include a 6 foot 6 inch vault and a 100 meter dash final with close times while teams clash in obstacle events and the 880 yard walk.

Cyme Apne Davoby Worth Merges Sneedbout Price Albany-Sow York Hom de Wwehen Fred Wileatins Tinelunsel Dohn M. Doill Reyene Ald Vitis Burah Wink Na Hinnal A AX Aevande New York Walter S. Bravor Avhocken Wink Aurvateur Auroetra Mahlon Fysenwar Eaves Iar Mataneo Nsuljean Elralt Pawineket Ake Onal Onen Cheystert Cera Afinepet Moston Harvard Wigeston Aye

Louis Knocked Down by Sparring Partner in Hartford

World heavyweight champion Joe Louis sparring with Harford, Conn., partner Joe Corilli, at a workout where a punch to Louis jaw left him briefly staggered. Louis recovered and finished the session as he prepares for a May 23 title bout against Buddy Byer. Spectators watched closely as 16-ounce gloves were worn. In Salinas, Salinas Sports Morning reports a 8-4, 6-4, and 4-1 series. Valdes and Quitoriano noted on the mound for the Riverside Kats.

Washington INS Joe Louis Alt Joe Corilll Young Harteford Conn Hanily Gosili Joe Coviktor Oiyk Ui Hartford Corilli Buddy Byer

Things Quiet Down With Bartell Out of Baseball

Detroit May 1 Bartell leaves Tigers after a conflict with team. Bartell’s absence silences the shortstop role as Rudy York Charley Gehringer and Frank Higgins lose vocal guidance. Manager Del Baker notes Bartell’s departure may shift batting lineup and recalls from the International League and Perry. Bartell’s career arc, trade history, and World Series totals are summarized with emphasis on his 286 career average and impact on Detroit pennant hopes.

Detroit Driggs Stadium Delroya Tigers Dick Bartell Rudy York Charley Gehringer Sheristoy Frank Croucher Battell Eaker Ead Uaat Boye Perry Ruf Toto Bartell Chicago Cubs Bill Rogell Br Ihl Bil Bartell Phillies Sears Slgey Cain Giants Cubs Tim Bautel

Guile Pitch and Subway Sam Nahem Rise in Brooklyn Tales

A fragmented account notes Sam Nahem nicknamed Subway Sam and his guile pitch drawing attention in Brooklyn. The piece mentions his three straight wins, a 190 pound rookie, and Cardinal manager Bully Southeworth weighing prospects, with references to a "nothing ball" and talk of education tied to Brooklyn.

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Softball League In Spanish American Tourney At San Pedro

Turbulent city league softball action at San Pedro Park draws Monday night games with Brackenridge Jefferson and Los Apaches in the mix. Winners advance to Thursday afternoon championship play and a key rematch date is set, as teams contend for the city title.

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Women’s golf under way at Brackenridge Park

The Brackenridge Park course hosts the city women’s championship with entries led by defending National Champion Betty Jameson and 1939 city champ Margaret Coand. Others include Mrs. B. Jedd Roe, Mrs. Chaves Armstrong, and upstart Lee Christopher. Armstrong and Col. B. Smith won Sunday’s Scotch foursomes with a 79 for 16 holes. other top scores noted.

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Archibald and Jeffra Fight for Featherweight Crown

Archibald and Jeffra prepare for a headline bout in Washington on May 15, a title clash billed as a showdown for the featherweight crown. The winner earns a shot at Pete Sealeo, with strong bets on Archibald, a Providence resident, and Jeffra from Baltimore in a third meeting since 1939.

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