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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1920

Page

7

Legislature Moves to Establish State Boxing Commission

A long article outlines a proposed Texas measure to create a State Athletic Commission to regulate boxing and prize fighting. It names Governor, Adjutant, and committee figures, outlines licensing fees, term lengths, inspection powers, and the aim of clean sport despite opposition from some quarters. The bill would authorize annual licenses, set fees by city population, and grant the commission authority to enforce rules and investigate clubs.

State Athletis Commission Vevas Austin Goserud Hobbs Charles Wi. Serungs Iogium Noung Buk Elie Bell Ste Ciesen Sears Rey Tiouk Noel Guy San Antonio Licenss Mdiowi Sinancelal Regiori Rauids Ellie Hepa Rome

Carpentier in Action Captured in Unsteady Bout

A fragmented report describes Georges Carpentier in a recent ring appearance. The writer notes his unusual footwork and tactics, comparing his movement to a dancer as he exchanges rapid blows and defends with agile posture. The piece conveys surprise at his performance and hints at future expectations for his matchups.

Vis Carpentier Fis Faye Mioiat France Dempsey Commission For Mihage Amwerinan Tikely

Fragmented OCR hints at local race or court event in Holliston area

The readable text mentions residents, a court or trial with a local Shanty Elie team, and a reference to Sunset Hill and Forrest Park. Names such as Clarence Wife and Harry Woelong appear, along with scattered phrases about a contest, winners, and opponents, suggesting a community event with scores and dates.

Lewis Amarele Chau Ion Clarence Savn da Vorrest Park

Worry Not Over Olympic Team Transport Concerns

Reports discuss transport arrangements for athletes amid Olympic prep. Officials weigh travel plans and potential routes, including shipments to Antwerp, with emphasis on keeping athletes en route safely and promptly.

Unclear text. fight for title and bidders cited

Fragmentary OCR text describes a bidding scene with names and places. details are garbled and no clear event, date, or outcome. Entities are unreadable, making precise summary difficult.

Resolute Leads Then Mast Breaks in Trial Yacht Race

In New Haven on May 28 the practice race between the Sloppy Bere ite and Vanitie for the defending America’s Cup saw Resolute in front until a mast break halted the event. The wind was northwest with windward courses favoring the leaders until the mishap ended the trial.

Resolute New Haven Conny Bereite Vanitie Ameriens Eine Tina Brute Einyag

B G Barnes Wins Golf Tournament at Country Club

B G Barnes captured the golf tournament at the Country Club with a competitive round. The final scores show Barnes overcoming challenging holes while teammates and spectators observed a steady lead and strong finishes.

B. G. Barnes

Fragmented OCR Snippets Describe Unclear Places and Names

The readable fragments mention various personal names and places in a garbled OCR passage. It lists individuals such as Annie Spiers and Mila Voritets with scattered geographic and group references, but the overall event or action remains obscured and inconsistent across lines.

Fincher Dominates Texas League Pitching Standings

The Texas League season highlights Fincher as the leading winner with the best pitching record. Willow Fwell Gross tops the hurlers with strong averages. Zinn leads hitters with high totals. Major names like Ruggles, Beaumount, and Lane appear in season notes, while clubs hedge for upcoming games and team standings.

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Disjointed note hints at an estate and inheritance issues

A fragmented OCR snippet references an estate and inheritance matters with unclear names and roles. It mentions disbandment, potential heirs, and questions about beneficiaries. Strong entities are obscured by garbled text, leaving an unclear legal or probate context.

Vast Charter Seaways Amid Surging 1920s Finance Scandals

A sweeping, error ridden report outlines a flood of chartered corporate incorporations and stock dealings across multiple firms and cities. Names such as New Orleans and London figures appear amid references to capital, shares, and speculative ventures. The piece hints at a looming budget surplus and widespread prosperity alongside complex financial maneuvers.

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Epidemic of Snakes Reported in Bexar and Southwest

A sprawling, garbled account claims a widespread snake epidemic in Bexar County and neighboring areas with reports of venomous bites, large snake populations, and aggressive measures by residents and officials. The text mentions W. O. Leary Company issuing records on bites and warns residents to avoid poking around snake habitats, while detailing treatment approaches and quarantine ideas.

Bexar County Moxar County Fouthwest Cosas Nemerany Syidore W. O. Leu’ Company Enuel Sear Leen Burinus Sieutvent Ity Wwe Sunker Leary Company Poudel Uy Hane Wenpdard Pauls Fanna Vox Vox, Toxel Witten Vometinied, Hay ‘Raters

Lectures on Pests Expose City Extermination Needs

Public housing lectures by Ty Wolfe and C. Mook discuss pest life cycles and sanitation. They urge stable clean walls, garbage covered, and water management to stop breeding. Kerosene is noted to kill larvae, with emphasis on sealing leaks and improving refrigeration and waste control.

Laibert and With Thy Ape Prowl of Siquecintoalent C.8. Mook Wolly Walfe Frigerstoen Wight Tolfeet

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