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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1946

Page

11

Nelson Takes Over Lead in Houston Golf

Byron Nelson surged into the lead at Houston's $1000 Tournament of Champions, firing a four under 67 at River Oaks to reach 206, two strokes ahead of Ben Hogan. Sammy Snead shot 66 to climb to 209, while Frank Stranahan struggled, fading from the halfway mark. Nelson's 27 putts helped secure the round.

Houston Byron Nelson Yo Jedo Eday River Oak Nelson Hogman Strananan Frank Stranahan Toledo Ged Vic Gheszi Knoxville Todayy Pood Mangrum Los Angeles Dick Metz Chicago Jimmie’ Demaret Tonsion Harry Todd Dallas E. J. Harrison Little Reese Herman Keiser Akron Snead Virginian Levit Museen Jo Tinnneet Migs Lawuszh

Willow Springs Barbecue Dedication Set for May 20

Willow Springs Goltz association announces a dedication barbecue on May 20 to mark the first anniversary of the city's acquisition of the course. Chairman John E. Zeller says more than 100 members and about 30 guests will attend with barbecue served at 6:36 p.m.

Willow Springs New Willow Springs Goltz Association Las Sot Monday Eye Tilpg John E. Zeller Zeller

Page Champ Captures Southern Golf Title in 26 Holes

Greensboro, North Carolina, May 11. Mrs Juliuz Page Jay of Dallas defeated Dorothy Kirby of Atlanta 2 and 1 in the final to win the first women’s Southern Golf Association championship. Page led most of the 26 holes, lunch break at four up, Kirby rallied late but Page’s margin held. This marked a happy return for Page, who nine years earlier lost to Kirby in the Atlanta final.

Dallas INSI Juliuz Jay of Greensboro N.C Dorothy Kirby Atlanta Page Miss Kirby

Only 160 to Play in Western Golf Meet

ST LOUIS May 11 The Western open golf tournament set for May 28 29 at Sunset Country club in St Louis County will admit only 160 players due to housing shortages and travel costs. The move eliminates the 18 hole qualifying round and extends the entry deadline to midnight Friday. Notable entrants include Byron Nelson Sam Snead Craig Wood Herman Keeler Lloyd Mangrum Jimmy Demars Ky Laffon and Tony Penna.

ST. Lours Sunset Country Club St. Louis County Byron Nelson Sun Snead Craig Wood Herman Kelser Lloyd Mangrum Jimmy Jlnes Ky Laffon Tony Penna

Gulf Riverside Golf Association's Weekly Sweepstakes

The Gulf Riverside Golf Association plans its weekly sweepstakes this Sunday with a 40 player field expected. Entry fees are standard for all participants, and play will take place at Willow Springs Unclear starting times begin around 9:58 AM, with revised schedules noted by the club.

Riverside Golf Association Willow Springy Renorved ITV Kel Noleby

Wrestling Fans Lose Weekly Bouts to Musical Event

Promoter Dorothy Livengood says the Municipal Auditorium is booked Wednesday night for a musical show. The auditorium has also been booked the following Wednesday, pushing wrestling to the Sunken Garden theater if possible.

Dorothy Livengood Municipal Auditorium Miss Livengood Sunken Garden Theater

George Garcia To Box as Pro In San Antonio Ring Show

The San Antonio boxer known as George Morvs by reference is turning professional after a three year army stint. Ex service pals praise his knockout pace in Army fights and managers Manuel Davila and Paul Garcia seek him a spot on the next local ring show with tentative bouts planned in Corpus Christi and Houston.

George Manuel Davila Paul Garcia Flores San Antonio Corpus Christi Houston

Service Golfers urged to Sign Up

Kenneth Edwards of the Army Navy Y M C A urges servicemen to enter the Servicemen's golf tournament at Brackenridge Park on Sunday May 26. Each player must submit three scorecards at signing. The entry committee includes Mrs Tom Burger Capt Robert Huffacker Sgt G J Gemini and Sgt Roy Schneider. Mail entries to committee members or to the Army Navy Y M C A. final deadline May 21.

Beryn. Poliers Kenneth Edwards Army- Wavy Y. M.C. A Brackenridge Park Tom Burger Robert Huffacker G. J. Gemini Kelly Field Golf House Roy Schneider Fort Sam Houston

104 to Play in Preliminary To City Golf

A large field of 164 players has entered the Women s City Championship fall tournament at Brackenridge park course. The 18 hole qualifying round begins Monday at 1:50 a.m. with 51 Scotch foursome entries in the warm up and a 2:30 a.m. start for the second round. Defending champion Mrs Harold Weisbacher leads contenders as entries are accepted for the unofficial opening Sunday morning.

Brackenridge Park Harold Weisbacher Kiwanis and Optimist Club Gunter Hotel Summers Drug Store Majestic Brackenridge, Blue and White and Robinson Stables George Terrall Halli FP Bradley Contes Tins Filer Mr Hagua Ken Lanaon We Nelderman Ate Frank Flalde Joan Hank Wilson Durkwola Wes Nnbert Caskill Bowel Mare. T. Blanchmel C. Cushman W. Woods Wells Calawell Merrett Ferhiton Avia B. Killian C. Benutoni Mr. An W. C. Abbey Mr. Roker Edne Lapham C. Lapham Zene Roe Dek Harrivgen Faeclini Ira Treaham S.r Dirk Guys Aldridge Mre Heldemans Grieitie Jond Herb Lois Jones Snif Ema Brannon Hay

Texas Women to Play 1947 State Golf Championship

Directors of the Texas Women s Golf association vote to hold the state feminine championship at Rivercrest Country Club Fort Worth in late April. It will be the first state event since 1941. Louisville Colonels announce Jake Lawson sale to New Orleans and Dick Callahan opening for the same club. Herschel Heldt and Fred Chumley released.

Dallas Texas Women's Golf Association Rivercrest Country Club Fort Worth Louisville Bruce Dudley Louisville Colonels Jake Lawson New Orleans Southern Association Opning Dick Callahan Dudley Herschel Heldt Fred Chumley

San Antonio bowlers prep for WIBC meets in Kansas City

Las San Antonio bowlers head to Kansas City for WIBC team competition on Sunday and singles doubles Monday. Straus rank’s four depart in cowboy gear. Dot Gold and Tes Peters fly Monday. Local leagues announce officer meetings, traveling scratch league plans, and upcoming tournaments including Valley bowling events.

San Antonio Kansas City Straus Rank Lil Canfield Frollin Dot Gold Tes Peters Joe Straus C. M. Miller Texas Main Simon's Broadway Turners Miller Say's Thompson McAllen Homer Austin Taringen Plaskett-Austin Combine Harlingen Parks Toulin Kapp Plaskett Proctor Buller Brownsvile KRGV Hi-Way Inn Valley Star Dusters Gregory Plasket

Bowlers League Glimpses Dense With Names and Scores In San Aubouio

In a crowded meet the S.A. Bowlers League feature lists numerous bowlers and teams with scores, including Thess bowlers, Elizabeth Wall, Zeanette Cullen, Faith Benford, Harley Louire, Oscar Besch, and many others. The report weaves through mixed results and standings, highlighting individual high marks and club matchups, with a focus on local competitors and weekly results.

Thess San Aubouio Terns Belles Lucitle Judmaler Elizabeth Wall Allee Itis Zeanette Cullen Faith Benford Kiwanigs—A Cowall Ji Pletcher G. Hummel S. Schaefer Prasael Texas Commercial al Wallshoht Seibrecht Lear Hornbuch Pioil Kleefeld Rargerette—Ferdie Wernette Mille Hecker Emma Gardner Linda Penshorn Faye Rhodes Merlene Crosby Hermalin Sons Clarence Moore Harley Louire Ei Fichter Oscar Besch Waitre Kteorner Val Wittemorn C. F. Steinaner Fini Wagentuhr St. Ann's Tony , Spier Alvi Braden Gibby Bailey Father Drees Pierre LaLumiere Rita

Faulkner Wins Dunlop Southport Pro Golf Journey

Southport England May 11 Max Faulkner the 33 year old RAF veteran won the Dunlop Southport $8000 Pro Golf Journey with an aggregate of 296. Dick Burton who sails for the U S next week finished with an 81 final holes. Burton’s 308 total marked the 72 hole tourney scare.

Bowling Leaders Clash in Local League Scores

The Lollowlms teams dominated last week at San Antonio's Texas Center bowling alley. Multiple clubs including Texas Relics Orange Crush Kiwanis Klavera and Strongs posted close wins, with several others like Cormier tll Lad GN and Brandt's Poultry by Hermann Sons showing strong showings.

Lollowlms Feadile Seu Antonio Texas Center Texas Relics Orange Crush Kiwanis Klavera Strongs Cormier Tll Lad GN Hongereth Brandt's Hermann Sons Solisy J. Ann's Lutz Bele Sera Hasenhock Geeelie Hutzler and Fogarlyth Transit Inaleudel George _ Peter Haven Ralarr Phillins Deillers Acon Fellowship Tillie Bellamy Allen Electrric Victory Ain Neve Food Barry Bird Ovate Blount Soaker Charlie Staudt Shoes Ee Bush J. Ie Fowell Jewelera Coamoapolitan Knutman's Clasion Zork Lutz Insurers Mozatti Tavern Metropoliten Simon's Tennin

Alma coach quits to take high school athletic post

Alma college athletic director Floyd Lear announced his resignation from the college coaching job to return to the more lucrative high school field. He has served as coach for two years and will depart immediately.

Alma Mich Floyd Bill't Lear Alma College

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