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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1931

Page

15

McLarnin Eyeing Title Bout Amid Negotiations

Negotiations stalled over purse clauses as McLarnin longs for a crown shot while Amato and Sunrex contenders loom. Foster protests target a larger share. boxing plans hinge on upcoming meetings in New York with Patrolle Yhere and William YT. Cares.

Les Conklin Yor Melarnin Acvan Bimedil Young Jack ‘Chomraen Westerowelphia Wiliam YT. Cares Madizon Squace Encden New York Foster McLarnin Amato Suncez Jimms Pon Yeatoray Cianna Nt McDarnin Petrolio Burdge Hla Sear Miva Maungern Fichtern McDarrain Timmy Sammy Mandel

Carnfra and Redmond Box Big Heavyweight Bout

New York May 20 UPi reports a ten round bout between Prino Gachera and Redmond scheduled for June 10 at Hbbeta field. The fight stars Jim my Jobnet promoting a headline clash that would replace the Carneca Jack Sharkey matchup halted by a federal injunction. Carnera stands six feet tall with a heavy build, while Redmond fought mainly six round bouts in the East.

New York Upi Prino Gachera Prt Redmond Mond Onty Carera Cone Madison I Bau Garden Corporation Iliipoli Carnera Troull Hhis Redmond

Valley League Near Blowup in C Texas Matchup

In Cortus Christi Texas May the Valley League faces tension as Cortus Christi and three other clubs clash amid doubts about finances and league stability. Local fans question if money can be raised while the league contemplates continued play this season.

Cortus Christi Tesas Finlay Kteenooo Iungua Cormis Christi

Max Behmeolog Begins Daily Boxing Training

Max Behmelo g begins daily workouts at the training camp in Conneaut Ke Pa after arriving over a week ago. The German fighter will defend the world light heavyweight title against WT Young Strib in July. A large crew awaits the boxers as preparations start in earnest.

Conneaut KE Fare Max Behmellog Porltra Strib Cleveland Gnilulge

Texas League Abolishes Player Fine Policy

Wichita Falls Texas May 20 The Texas League president Alvin Gardner says the automatic fine of 55 that had long accompanied player expulsions is abolished. The policy had led to several players leaving leagues and managers facing warnings. First offenders receive second chances by letter from the league secretary except in extreme cases where the limit is enforced.

Wichita Texas Heague Hasbheil Gamen Alvin Gardner Texas Teague Aes Garven Afl Lettef Che Deat Offler Gardner Usys

Unknown Tries for Nichols Laurels in Withers Debut

In a muddy Belmont park program the Withers stakes showcase features 5-year-old debuts and a strong line of rivals. George Widener’s Inimestuwa leads a field including Moratone and Clock Dower, aiming for a $1,000 purse and a path to the Belmont. Nichols vows to surrender the world title if defeated, revealing his true identity. the scene recalls past Belmont runups and rivalries.

York Mass George D. Widener Inet Belmont Park Ninevaf Bnet Sr. Teroes Benfatsio Block Speed Marvel Moratone Bae Morton J. Schwarts Kentucky Walter Sinnon

Texas Baseball Leagues President Urges Reader Support

J Alvin Gardner, president of the Texas Baseball leagues, appeals to sports editors across 22 Texas papers to show leniency and support for clubs during financial strain. He urges writers to avoid sensationalism, keep coverage fair, and recognize the deep challenges clubs face as the season progresses. Gardner stresses cooperation to prevent teams dropping out and to preserve baseball’s stature in the face of economic hardship.

Texas J.alvin Gardner Texas Baseball Leagues Texan League Jeague Benet Westerd Afpee Editora Vesna Holt Heattato Seagua St . Apmecinto Apaptr Porbana

Sparklers Triumph Over Cardinals In Low-Scoring Tilt

AP report details a 3 1 win by Sparklers over Cardinals with pitching holds and timely offense. Earl Averill homered as Indians beat Red Sox defenses. Silas Johnima and Burton Hedley pitched, limiting runs while Athletico-Went and Nell Yankees produced timely hits.

Ed Philips Cardinala Bob Grove Athletico Nell Yankees Winnies Tun Silas Dohnima Rels Earl Averill Hie Fautea Home van Aldad Burton Hedley Red Sox

Woman claims trap record of 194 to 200

In Hopkinsville Kentucky on May 2 Mrs Walter Andrews Athantos today claimed a trap record of 194 to 200. The Newturey Tennessee tourney tent saw Mrs Flacry Hartieon Rochester NC previously set the mark at 102 of 200 in the North American cup at Vane.

Hopkineville Walter Andrews Athantos Newturey-Tennessce Tourne Flacry Hartieon Rochester N. C North

Black Tribe Meets Buffs in Friday Opening Night

The Black Tadlana exupy League opens Friday night at Bon Antonin Indiane with a 6:30 game against the Houston Tiinck Buffeloes and an 8:30 contest Saturday. Women pass required, and new players may join as the Tack Infleoe in their office. The Willams brothers from the Southern league and Garter join the lineup. Doe Willisots brother handles first base and another is a shortstop while Garter is at third. Mangas City Monarchs announce release of Young calohrr to San Antonio.

Houston Tiinck Buffeloes George Pallas Buwincan Bind Cltbes Dew Willams Brothers Garter Doe Willisots Fiest Knceman Nolley Mangas City Monarchs Young Calohrr San Antonio

Mysterious Unknown Wrestler Headlines Local Wrestling Card

The unknown fighter, a clever master of holds and escapes, appears in a two out of three falls bout with nicknamed opponents. He weighs 109 pounds versus Nichole at 172, as Corbin Maockes and Clete Duval square off in a semi final for two out of three falls, with other bouts featuring West versus Myers and Cris Gendrick facing Jack Curtis. The program begins at 6:80.

Nichole Corbin Cyclone Maockes Columbus Ohio Clete Dullna Mackey Jack Curtis Vicksburg Mics

Claude Kellam Heads San Marcos T Men at Banquet

Claude Kellam of San Antonio elected president of the San Marcos T men during the annual banquet at the college cafeteria. Ed Horton spoke, eight of the new members were initiated, and Sidney Cox acted as master of ceremonies.

Claude Kellam San Marcos Texan San Marcos Bobcats Cliaute Kellan Ban Antonio Ed Wortan Jerechel Uopson Robert Vio Kellfic Brackenridge High School San Antonio Bia Ed Horton Althoce Hmil Beatt Scatt Jourdanton Denton Sidney Cox Blanco Squad Anen Robest Jenrua Charles Anmany Ben Brite Grownasille Jesse Kellam Lufkin San Antonis W. A. Ward Hockeprings John Coers Oraongefield Caonrheg Strahan Shanilg Oleo Alsha Frenzel Gonzales

Among the Bowlers Tallies Nincpin League Match

Ostwectine defeats Iba Shelia as Pioneer Vinur Attila suffers in the first game. In the second game Miller’s team edges them with a fatal score of 114. Full score details list Sheltona Sten gure Promeare and a group of players including Ynek Thrallkill Jib waaler Sidewee and Kingerwater.

Vinur Attila i Cate Sten Gure Promeare Ynek Thrallkill Jib Waaler Sidewee Kingerwater Nmumann Rohatter Welvachonee Relningar Certs Shellens Abellon Captain Mae

Rosenthal Joins Galveston Club For Season

Si Rosenthal, winter resident of Texas, returns to the league with Galveston after being bought from Allmnén by the club. The former Fenton officer hit 253 last year but faced contract trouble this spring, with work described as listless.

Si Rosenthal 3Uty Antonia Texas Feaguers Fenton

Lott Borotra Net Final Forecast at French Championships

Autbult Bence reports the French hard court championships stage semi finals. Lott and Borotra advanced with easy wins over their opponents. Veteran Lott was set to face England’s Migher while Anssem the German champion woman Tunisian advances to the semifinals after defeating Julia Valeria 8 4 6 2.

Autbult Bence Seorge FattTenn Torotra Fortas Dita Satch Japan John van Ryn Unite En States Frenchiman Lott Migher England Reulein OW Anssem Germany Julia Valeria

City League Bosses Meet To Straighten Schedule

City Major League directors meet Friday night at 7 80 to adjust the weekend schedule and address other business. President Gene Seng will preside, managers are urged to attend as plans relocate games for Saturday afternoon. No Sunday game planned with Missouri Pacific Specially Union as originally listed. Umpires Dinsmore and Craigas. At 3 30 Longhorn field hosts Texas Chiropractic college Hawks versus Pierce Nive Masters with Ellis officiating.

Potehernick's Sirectors Allont Gene Seng Sengar Missouri Union Oa Public Service Dinsmore Craigas Longhorn Field Texas Chiropractic College Hawke Pierce

Mexico Club Drills For Sunday Contest

Mexico National team and West Side program prepare for a Sunday game at Van Daele field. Nearby towns schedule events against Thef ted and Tingle White Sox, while Sabinal Furtloc contends for a weekend clash. Houston West office plans a San pete trip for a three game series as Pacific Coast League teams contest in loose matchups.

College Meet Goes West in '32

Philadelphia May 2 The Pac Coast colleges Stanford California and Southern California will host the next year’s meet at Berkeley Cal with $5,000 guaranteed. Dates not yet fixed but expected around July 3. Lloyd W. Georgeson of California extended the invitation, supported by the Trojans.

J. GC. A. AL Aytor Berkeley Cal Lloyd WW. Georgeson California Enneh Christie Trojans Southern California

Leaders Frees and May Baseball Leaders List

An OCR filled list of American League batting and pitching leaders appears with names such as Averill, Hart, and Averill among Indians players. The fragment includes team references like Cardinals Pirates Giants and teams with numbers and run totals, showing standings and top performers from a historic league roundup.

Guckrane Athietica Mmans Athiee Atoneem Bhrorae Cochrans Athallea Inz Ceenin Hanators Ainnwne Achullen Averill Ndland Averly Indians Simmat Ag Webb Bastar Atouacden Cranls Hevetors Elmmons Lom Athtadlen Alenmans Cvent

Cats Working for Big Game at Concepcion and San Pedro Parks

Cats schedule football workout on Concepcion field Friday and Sunday at San Pedro park. They had planned to play La Coste Sunday but moved the contest to face the Rangers in a prep for a Cowboys game. The team targets a high intensity session ahead of a big upcoming match.

Cowberg Garrett Field Hank Emily Concepcion Field San Pedeo Park Felines la Coste Rangers Cowboys

Amateurs and clubs schedule Friday baseball drills and games

Members of the Bierce Tire Royale and other teams plan Friday practice on the Concepcion road after 4 PM followed by a Pierce Masters game. Several squads like Alamo Multigraph Bettermen and Alamo Painters also hold workouts, with Sunday games listed at Pele Biel No. 1 and Pa Urove diamond.

Bierce Tire Royale Commercial League Pierce Diamond Concepcion Road Pierce Masters Bry Hag Mosale Sandy Crane Crane Schneider Rees Kaine O'Conner Cristsill Anter Holguin Yates Magee Howard Gross Wilson Hildebrand M. Crane Gittinger Patterson Martin Manet Src Ball Alamo Concepcion Alamo Painters Devine Hamilton

All Star Relay Team Named For Big Meet

Austin reports a Abilene Christian College star Tren track will join the all star mile entry for the national intercollegiate track meet in Chicago on June 6. Coach Clyte Litteller of Texas selects Wandrel Gras Wilbur Woaterfelill Tanghorn Jamersen Arleinh Schiller as alternates and entrants for the half mile.

Austin Abilene Christian College Inlercolleriuin Chicago Clyte J. Litteller University of Texaa Abilene Tora Wandrel Gras Wilbur Woaterfelill Tanghorn Aml Jamersen Tere Istitute Arleinh

College track meet opens in East Philadelphia

Eastern Standard notes the intercollegiate track meet at Franklin Field with 37 colleges and 670 athletes entered. Southern California, California and Stanford lead Western entrants while Eddie Tolan of Michigan competes against USC stars. USC dominates with high point totals as records and fast times attract attention.

Philadelphia California America Franklin Field Callegea Callegea 670 Vibtetas Ark Bar West Southern California Statford Weat Eddie Tolan Universityy of Michigan Vegeo Eprinter Ing Trojans Thera Winnéca Thes Haevard Waketé Orld Xenfor Southern Californiar i Wyketf Tolan

Bell Captures Two Matches in Orange Lawn Tourney

South Orange May 20 Texan player Berkeley Bell finished second in the Orange Lawn Tennis Club invitation tourney. Bell beat Richard Laird of Staten Island 0-1 4, then Anton von Bernuth of Doutelnic 9-7 4. Tall defeated William Stein of Princeton 4 6 2, and William Aydlotte 6 1 3. John Doeg defeated Malcolm Pierson 6 3 6 2 in the guest match. CLEVELAND May 20 Bevas Young cleared of statutory charge. police say misidentification.

South Orang Berkeley Bell Texan J. Giertan South Oraonge Thawlney Ners Orange Lawn Tennis Club Bal Flichard Lawir Staten Island Anton von Bernuth Dfoutelnic de Tall Wiliam Stein Princeton William Aydrlotte John Doeg Gueat Gilleapuin Malcolm Pierson

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