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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1930

Page

18

Third Texas Player Signs With Yankees From Austin

Johnny Railton of Houston signed with the New York Yankees after three strong seasons with the Texas Longhorns. He starred as a top Southwest Conference pitcher, posting high win totals, including 12 victories in 1920 and seven in 1930, helping Texas win championships under coach Bibb Disch. Railton will join the major league club soon.

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No Hit Controversy Forces Umpire Rule Change

A debate over no hit games and official scoring erupts as an umpire may alter rulings after a game. Jimmy Zlom, once with Ware, faces a disputed fifth inning call in Sacramento, affecting a one hit game and prompting managers to weigh changing an error to a boot. The episode highlights long standing tensions between pitchers and scorers and the quest for fair credit.

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Brawnte 4 Fort Rath lead in quick matchup

Independent score shows Brwnte 4, Fort Rath 1 1. Tepitn 6. Epiirefilé 1. Ambiguous OCR yields sparse, partial standings with several unreadable names and figures.

Fort Rath Independence

British Amateur Golf Champion Results From 1884 Through 1910

Yesterday's explanations recount John Tail winning the British Amateur Championship, listing 1884 1890 1902 1907 1910 as results and citing Frank G Meake's Works. The note also mentions a tombstone inscription Haine Wain expressing belief in an afterlife, and invites readers to write to Mr Hipfes for questions about Believe It or Not.

John Tail Frank G. Meake Mir. Hipfes

Norway Heavy Dominates Gagnon in Chicago Bout

Ortol Von Morat, the Norwegian heavyweight, overwhelmed Jack Gagnon at Chicago Stadium last night. Von Morat, outweighing Gagnon by 17 1/4 pounds, knocked him out after six rounds with a relentless series of power punches. The win positions Von Morat for a potential title clash with Sharkey or Schmeling in planned matchups.

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Spuds Seek Swatsmith To Clinch That Pennant

The Wichita Falls Pullers court top talent to seal the pennant as owner actions and managerial shifts swirl. Bond magnates reportedly pursue Med Tennett or Ted Gullie to bolster a lineup that already features strong pitching and timely hitting. The club opened with a win over Dallas and remains atop the league, while Shreveport and Houston keep pace, and Arkansas battles through the standings.

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Vadalfi and Mull Meet Monday Night

Vadalfi a big Navivli man headlines the mat program at Gar rett flip Monday night opposing young Vin Mull of Wonston. Mull recently lost to Adem Mruezer in his debut there last week.

Oresete Vadalfi Garrett Flip Vin Mull Wonston Adem Mruezer

Coen Struck Down by Italian Neighbor in French Open

In Auteuil France Wilbur Coun ranked eighth fell in the fourth round of the French hard court championships to Laran Jambert De Morpurgo in straight sets 6-3 6-4. De Morpurgo dominated with a deep baseline game while Coun showed mechanical serve and poor judgment. The win keeps De Morpurgo among world’s best as Tilden remains the sole American contender. Elizabeth Yan of California defeated Yvette Cheir of France to reach the quarterfinals.

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Post Poloists Defeat Fliers In Prep Match

Fort Sam Houston polo team defeated the Air Corps Training Center 16 to 9 at Agatha Field in the second prep game for July inter Sircuit events in Philadelphia. A rematch is set for Sunday at Breckenridge Park with the Freehooters opposing for Fort Sam four. Wednesday's lineup lists Captain Charles E. Togle and Lieut George Beverley among Fort Sam Houston players.

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Levinson and Menefee Win City Miniature Golf Match

Levinson and Menefee defeated Tom Tally and Wret Ramons on Wednesday at the Qympin miniature course. Craig and McGullough are noted as new names in the field.

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