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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1968
Page
11
The Indianapolis speed event gains popularity as a televised closed circuit showcase. Viewers must watch live to grasp its length and drama, stretching from three and a half hours to several days, with weather delays and unpredictable drills adding to the suspense.
The Majestic Theater will host a major event on Thursday May 30 with MCA TV broadcasting. The piece notes wide national coverage and improved facilities, with cameras in theaters, and commentary by industry figures. It mentions Indianapolis racing crowds, satellite broadcasts to Japan, and the involvement of notable sports figures and teams.
The Gily Rachadlan Division and San Antonio Softball Association co sponsor a boys 18 and under league with manager meetings at M39 Nvm, plus Saturday morning games at Kinger Stokes Softball Center. Tonight's schedule lists multiple matchups across women's and coed divisions, with Tuesday and Monday results noted and a variety of teams named.
The U S Modeyn Pentathlon Training Center trials at Ft. Sam Houston begin the second round to select four American reps for Europe. Capt Don Walheim leads after the first round with 4050 points tied to cross country, while Dr Bob Beck drops to second with 4032 after the 300 meter swim. Maj James Moore remains third with 3864 and Spec Al ishog rises to fourth with 3767 as Lt Charles Hardinge posts 1114 points in Monday's swim.
Louisville hearing on Dancer's Image owner Peter Fuller and trainer Lou Cavalaris continues at Churchill Downs. Day one saw extensive testimony and tight security as stewards hear about the phenylbutazone finding after the Derby. Fuller may not run Dancer's Image in the Preakness if Cavalaris cannot saddle.
South San Antonio hosts a district 15-AAA opener as Bobcats led by Langerhans and Del Rio clash. Langerhans tops hitters with .480 average and 21 RBIs. Del Rio counters with pitching depth and power.
Cole Boeme, at four o clock, faces the Greyhounds as district contenders collide in a pivotal baseball clash. Cole sports a 12 7 record and sits atop district standings, while the Greyhounds enter 13 7 with a 6 2 mark, seeking the crown. Backup pitchers Carter and others bring experience as the lineup features runners with multi hit days and dynamic infielders aiming to erode opponents' ERA.
Fragmentary OCR text lists names Frank Pramel PRAIG Peter Rereny and codes such as PRAIG and TESA102 with unclear context. No clear event or date emerges. Further readable content needed for a precise card.
Dallas AP reports Fells R. Metalahl will present athlete of the year awards for the Southwest Conference Lettermen’s Association. Recipients include Collis of Rice, Allen of Texas A&M, Halli st at Arkansas, Vines of Baylor, Gresham of Texas Christian, Scovel of Texas Tech, Usecht of Southern Method ist, Lackmany, and Overback of Texas, all football players, plus Gary Overback from Texas basketball.
Summary of multiple race results with odds and times from Aqueduct Pimlico Suffolk and Arlington. Horses Suran, Scurtdala Moru and Seshaey Ensenaien show odds. Pimlico handicap and Exceedingly, Lady West, Allumbra’s Charge, and other entries listed with payouts and times. International League notes and scheduled events referenced.
The Missions beat Arkansas and split a four game series with the Travelers at V. I. Keele Field. Jestadt homered and had three hits while Reynolds earned the win to move to 7-4, as San Antonio stayed above .500 and Albuquerque widened the division lead.
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