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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1915

Page

15

Kilbane Fails to Impress New York Fans in Welterweight Spotlight

New York May 22 Gotham and Andrews scowl at Johnny Kilbane the world welterweight champion as he battles only possible rival Freddie Welsh while New Yorkers question his claim. Kilbane’s reluctance to fight, weak showings and long layoff fuel critics. Welsh and Saylor loom as next rivals in Indianapolis and London framed by promoter peace in New Orleans boxing scene.

New York Gotham Andrews Jonnns Kilbane Manhattan Kilbane Kilbnap Freddie Welsh Johnny Kilbane Williame Strane Kitoane Julian S. Nicholas Tink Aett Johnny Brooklyn Young Delscoll Skilbane Benny Leonard Leonard Kil Hane Opiaton Bilming Mithurn Saylor Welsh Siyvier Winnipeg Howe Walsh Ritchie London Baylor Saylor Willie Ritchie Freddie New Orleans Mecca Tommy Burns Dominick Turturich Bunny Tartarich Kpers

Syracuse Varsity Rowing Struggles With Weak Material

Syracuse University faces a tough season as coach Jim Ten Eyck confronts a shortage of strong rowers. From an initial 120 candidates, only 17 remain for varsity and junior crews, with freshmen showing the best progress while varsity struggles to improve ahead of major competition next month.

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McLaughlin Plans Indoor Tennis Meet in Oakland

The Oakland Star reports Joe McLaughlin, famed as the world’s greatest tennis player, plans an international indoor tournament for next winter at the new $1,000,000 Municipal Auditorium in Oakland. He says the maple court with canvas cover would suit winter practice, and he expects strong interest from top players. McLaughlin has discussed the idea with leading figures in tennis and believes the event would be both popular and record-setting.

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Quaker Phillies a Puzzle to Fans of the Quakers

The Moran Quakers under coach Stallings feature a patched lineup of aging veterans and hopefuls. Star pitcher Grover Alexander draws praise, while many players face moves, firings, or trades as the team blends experience with unproven talent across multiple NL clubs and years.

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Philadelphia's Honey Boy joins Steds in Rhineland era

The Honey Boy joined the Steds in fall 1907 and lived in Rhineland for three years. Albert Wentworth Denmree, once briefly owned by the New York Americans, was later released.

Philadelphia Honey Boy Steds Rhineland Facher Albert Wentworth Denmree New York

Golf Gossip and City Golf Courses Growth Likely

A dated column discusses the spread of golf in the United States with a focus on New York City. It notes limited public courses, long lines, and rising interest leading to potential new municipal courses. It also includes opinions on golf as a discipline and quotes Alma Whitaker on golf philosophy.

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Reo Cars Promoted With Honest Guarantee and Popular Models

An advertisement extols Reo cars as honest vehicles backed by a guarantee. It touts the Reo The Fifth for 1050 as the world's most popular Four and lauds the New Reo Six for its ride, quietness, power, and beauty. The message emphasizes that availability depends on order timing and urges immediate orders to secure delivery.

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