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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1945

Page

4

Demaret Leads PGA Open as War Bond Prize Tops $950

Jim Demaret stands to win $950 in war bonds after a four under par 212 opening round in the PGA Open. Sammy Schneider and Tod Moneier sit close, with Demaret holding a margin over the field as scores tighten. Also noted are notable performances by amateurs and servicemen, and ongoing qualification details for the event.

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Unclear Golf Pairings Listed With Dated Nonsense Text

Fragmented OCR text shows scattered golf player names and pairing fragments, numbers, and parenthetical marks. The readable items include multiple player surnames and possible event codes, but no coherent pairing schedule, dates, venues, or results.

Phils Use Florida Prospect In Spotlight

A garbled recap hints at Phil Phillies’ rise and a Florida schoolboy phenom. The piece mentions names like Wilson and Pontes in a sports context with uncertainty over lineups and performance.

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Baker to Coach Fourth Air Force

In San Francisco on May 19 a Lieut Imass Baker will move to coach the Fourth Air Force at Marin Field. The announcement notes Baker’s prior service and his transition to a leadership role within the unit, highlighting readiness and training activities planned for the Bay Area.

Arcadia Race Notes and Finances Scroll

In Arcadia details a muddled report covers horse racing results and related finances. Mentions Cutit Eleven and a list of horses or bidders, along with sums such as 1080 and 324,50 reported amid a chaotic ledger of bets, purses, and wagers.

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Vern Stephens Bats Browns Up the Ladder

Vern Stephens provide a power surge as the Browns surge in the American League leaders. The article highlights Stephens’s 70th home run of the year, driving in key runs against New York and Chicago, with multiple teammates contributing in a high-scoring stretch. The piece notes streaks, sluggers, and notable RBIs across the season while situating the club amid pennant race pressure.

Vern Stephens St. Tenis Stevens New York Sewell Tin ‘Erstein Amore Olge Rid Himong Boners Tey Mission A.C Jimny Wooiford Bracknursdae Bixlett Kate Dzoulle Ft Toiliford Ausie Ausie Ere Furthy

Bailey card sparks Bay Antonia golf at ECMvidge Park

C K Bailey shot a 92 with a mile leap at 39 totaling 53 in the Bay Antonia Women’s Golf pssncistion tourag at ECMvidge Park, reflecting a winding scoreline amid the event.

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How They Stand national vs AGL ps rer

A fragmented sports roundup lists teams and players with scattered results. Names like Philadelphia, Kennedy, Kirkhart, and various towns appear amid incomplete scores and unclear formatting, reflecting a rough early publication layout.

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Waner to Play As Semi Pro in Pittsburgh Bergen

Paul Waner, veteran major league outfielder, has joined the Dormont club of the Greater Billshur Teague league as a semi pro. He will play in exhibition games here after being with the New York Yankees two weeks ago.

Seattle to Use St. Louis Pitcher

Seattle Rainiers acquire St Louis pitcher on option from the Browns for the 1945 season and may revert to the American League in fall. The 21-year-old lefty had not appeared in Browns games this season and was a free agent signing.

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Aggie Steers Duel in Big AAU Track Meet

The Aggies, who placed second to Texas in the Southwest Conference meet, travel to Austin to face local rivals as the AAU outdoor championships loom. Key athletes include Jimny Woolford and Brackenridge contenders, with hopes for relay glory and strong sprint events. Top entrants include Jefferson, Brackenridge, and Texas Aggies competing for titles.

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Credits Success to Falk in Major League Rumors

Chicago report traces a chaotic May day of baseball lore and team chatter. Named figures Falk and Liska appear amid a tangle of teams including the Red Sox Yankees White Sox and Tigers with references to Randallfield and San Antonio. The piece blends fictional and historic sport names, conveying a lively but unclear scene of league gossip and matchups.

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Delay in Norton Operation Postpones Texas Coach’s Tour

Dallas Milly 19 7 A major operation for Homer M Norton famed Texas Aggies football coach has been delayed to next week to clear up tailinger complications. Attending physicians report no serious issues while Norton remains in hospital with his wife and daughter housed downtown.

Dallas Milly Homer M. Norton Texas Aggley Gaston Singpital God Norton Norton United States Europe Hisiie Pranram Swinner

Exhibition Softball Fight Sparks Rumors and Plays

An exhibition game at San Pedro Field features the War Department Personnel Center versus a local team led by Major A and notable players including Mel and My Heart Cannife. The event highlights rallying efforts, notable drives, and a mixed crowd response amid chaotic, rumor-filled play-by-play.

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Texans and A Mon? Swing at Colle Station Today

In the Southwest Conference Ay the Atkaciater Proxy, only game of the day is at Colle Station where Taxes and Texas A and n Mwot ARAN vie in a second game of a twouiine series. Both teams had rough outings but the Steers mounted offense with 40 hits while Ohio was held twice.

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Trapshooters Begin Houston State Event Since 1942

Houston hosts the first state trapshoot since 1942 at the Houston Gun Club with 200 targets per 16 yard line. Sunday's schedule includes singles and handicap events as $275 in cash prizes are awarded. Defending champions McNew and Rausmann are among top entrants with additional workshops offered for straight shooters.

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Tennis Faces Long Road to Recovery After War, Veterans Lead

Philadelphia report notes tennis disruption as many players join armed forces, delaying new talent. Veterans like Ellsworth Vines and Budge discuss open tournaments and pro tennis. Frankie Shields seeks comeback in Los Angeles as Jack Adams advances in the Southern California championship.

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Suspensions Stand for SAACC Stars Amid Hearing Chaos

Readout of SAACC suspensions for four San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center stars amid a delayed hearing. Umpire testimony and appeals surrounded the disciplinary actions while other league results highlighted a 24–0 win for the Navigators over Brooks and a makeup game scheduled between Ramblers and the Kellyfield Fliers.

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War Workers Triumph Over Waco In The Field

War Workers edged Waco 10 to 3 in a Friday night game at Teoh Yel field. Pitcher Nether held the Wolves to limited hits while Art Tudelli powered the offense with two hits and a homer. Managers expect a rematch on July 4 as fans paid $583 in receipts from 620 attendees.

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