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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1929

Page

17

Pirates and Cubs Clash in Key National League Series

In New York on May 21, Pittsburgh and Chicago begin another cross rival series as the Pirates aim to extend a four game win streak while the Cubs chase the lead. Brame shut out St Louis, Andy High homered for the Pirates, and New York beat Brooklyn on a high home run night led by Ott Lindstrom and Hendrick. The Athletics beat the White Sox behind Goaten, while Cleveland defeated Boston and the Phillies toppled the Braves with strong hits and defense. The Yankees, Red Sox, and Giants press for streaks as players like Dugan and Davis provide notable power in a busy shift of the league standings.

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Carpentier Visits New York During Vacation Stop

French boxing great Georges Carpentier arrived in New York last night aboard the French liner. He said he is here for a vacation and plans to relax and roam, adding he might consider a ring engagement if proper inducements are offered.

New York Mar Georges Carpentier Ailonia France

Minnesota Golfers Lead Big Ten Meet

Minnesota golfers Capt. Lester Boletad and Men Murcia led the first round of the Western Conference golf championship at Interindien Country Club, posting 158 for 36 holes. Boletad improved to 85 in the second 18, while Burris faded. Michigan heads to the final round with a team score of 910.

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Bracey Heads Rice Trackmen in 1920s period preview

Claude Bracey, the Southern Express, elected captain of next year's Rice track team. He to lead a squad expected to be among the strongest in school history. teammates Cecil and Keith noted as key contributors while cross country leader Jake Jess headlines the squad.

Houston Claude Bracey Southern Express Owl Gehool Cecil Keith Willis Way Chasey Wantain Jake Jess

Dean Lyles Dies, North American Race Official

Dean Lyles, longtime dean of North American race track officials, died after collapsing while getting on a ferry at King's Park following the recent meeting. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, he served as a Confederate Army drummer boy in the Civil War, studied mathematics law, and was known for his farm chart work.

Muinenwod Dyles North America Tavoy King’s Park Louisville

Wives of Race Drivers Prove Handy at Wheel

INDIANAPOLIS Ind May 2 With two women owning cars entered in the 500 mile race to be held May 10 another attempting to stretch rules to permit her in the pits two others have just completed a drive from Los Angeles to Indianapolis which would cause consideration to be given them if they entered to drive in the contest Mrs Lon Moon 26 year old husband was second in the 500 mile drive last year and Mrs youth is veterans of the sport who has retired Alternating at the wheel and never driving after 10 o'clock at night the two women whirled across the 2645 mile stretch in five days leaving Los Angeles at 8 30 o clock the first day and arriving in Indianapolis at 7 45 o clock the evening of the fifth "Benny TH and T got paid for makings drive that just a few years ago cluckled Terry Wonderlich who retired from racing Tour years ago Jerre Wonderlich wife of one of the ...

Indianapolis Ind Los Angeles Lon Moo Benny TH Terry Wonderlich Jerre Wonderlich Fie

Free Swimming Classes Open to All in San Antonio

Free swimming classes for boys and men in San Antonio are organized under the San Antonio Light, directed by McCullen of the education department with Net Cordon as assistant. Enrollment is rising. if needed, daily sessions will expand. Classes run afternoon and evening for different age groups with coupons required for enrollment.

San Antonia M.cg McCullen

Alamo Wins Nerve Toner in Busy Bowling Night

The Alamo bowling club posted a tight 5?–4? win over Turner as Macalanna led with 668 series and 291 game aid. Steubing and MacMamun added strong scores for the winners while Shaw and Shellon led the Turner effort in a high pressure match.

Long Grind Race Trials For 33 Cars In Indianapolis

In Indianapolis on May 29, thirty three fast cars completed final overhauls for tomorrow’s seven lace Grand Prix. The field includes Gulf Berger and Ray Moyers among noted entries with Woodhouse and Durny on the pole, and an international tilt with Louis Chiron and Jules Mauricealgo leading the French contingent. Race marks a transition from single seaters to larger engine formats as cars prepare for a 1930 shift.

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Amateurs Box for Elizondo at Wret Commerce Arena

Promoter G Uo Elizondo stages an amateur boxing elimination event on Friday night at the Wret Commerce street boxing arena with plans to crown a San Antonio city champion and Army champions. Two four round bouts headline the card with Kid Adams as referee, Jack Pay Joy as announcer, and Louis Joseph as timekeeper.

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Major League Baseball Standings and Highlights

Fragmented OCR summary shows American League and National League leaders with team names such as Cubs Athletics Tigers and White Sox nearby. Appears to list wins losses and key players like Simmons and Gunnarson, with scattered scores and positions across divisions.

Rusty Lyons Shines In Debut For Wichita Town Nine

Rusty Lyons, a former San Antonio captain from Marotta High, earned a Western League debut at Wichita in a seven inning game. He pitched well allowing five hits while striking out Harnes and New Mane. Lyons contributed a two run double in the ninth to spark a comeback bid before the game ended.

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IPLESTINA Defeated by Gus Sonnenberg in a Convincing Victory

In Boston on May 2, Hannienberg's Coalition proved dominant as Gus Sonnenberg used his famed Dying tackle to defeat Marin' Clestina, the Chicago "trust buster," delivering a decisive win in 43 minutes and 4 counts. In San Francisco on May 29, Young Corbett of Fresno, a top welterweight challenger, is slated for a 10-round bout against Wilmeck AL Van Wynn from Duluth on June 7.

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Wet Course Dampens First Flight Golf Matches

Weathered greens at Willow Springs host first flight rounds as Maples beats Holt and other results unfold. Alburger edges Currie 2 and 1 while Hathaway and Hastings claim late wins to shape the early tournament landscape.

Iowa seeks return to Big Ten amid expulsion fallout

Chicago May 28 reports the University of Iowa athletic council seeks reconsideration after an expulsion for violations tied to subsidizing athletes. Prof Goodenough chairs the faculty committee and will await a formal response from President Jessup. A conference with Maj Grifith of the Illinois Athletic Commission followed.

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Carl Williams Heavy Loser in Windstorm

Carl Williams manager of the Aly dene Aces reports a severe windstorm damaged homes, farms, and crops near Saint Awe Katualny. His own home was blown 100 feet and a tenant house destroyed. The Williams family and tenants escaped by taking shelter in a cellar as the storm passed.

Willitip Carl Williams Anager ALY Dene Aces Spudder “Farm Sankt Awe Brits Quay Williams Wilines

Homer Race Leads Season Totals Amid Turmoil

Fragmentary sports note outlines a season totals tally featuring players such as Heltmann and Davia. Mentions leaders Olt and Inekran with unclear dates, teams, or venues due to garbled OCR text.

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