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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1927

Page

6

Star Decides To Hang Up Inform Star Decides To Hang Up Inform

Ty Cobb announces retirement from professional baseball after twenty three seasons with weary reflection on family time and long grind. He plans to meet Connie Mack in Philadelphia to confirm the decision, aiming for official word from Mack though the retirement is described as final.

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Stagner Advances To Golf Tourney Quarterfinals

Bill Stagner, a top contender, defeated Bill Veazey 3 and 1 to move into the Symons sixth annual golf tournament quarterfinals. He shot 40 on both nines, earning a two-up TB win, and will face Lloyd Jackson next.

Bill Stagner Symons Bill Veazey Sragner Lloyd Jackson Comerer Jimmy Morgan Reuben Albaugh Walton Lewis Levinson State Armateur H. N. Beie

Giant Texan Sought as New White Hope in Boxing

An 200-pound Fort Worth cowboy Shelton, famed for wrestling 60-pound steers at Madison Square Garden, is being groomed as a heavyweight boxing hopeful. If boxing fails he may return to wrestling, with managers noting greater earnings in the ring.

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Retirements of Ty Cole end 23 season diamond run

Ty Cole, one of baseball’s greats, announces retirement after 23 seasons in the major leagues. The longtime star leaves the diamond with a storied career, reflecting on milestones and contributions to his teams and the sport.

Ty Cole

Landis Chooses Prexy as Barnard Set for Cleveland Sale

Chicago reports that commissioner Landis favors a new American League president from Sam Johnson’s era, with H. Barnard likely to take Cleveland ownership. The advisory major leagues group advised Johnson and Zachary Huydler, but Landis acted without them. Barnard’s long Cleveland ties near complete, sale announcement expected with Barnard's elevation.

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Hornsby Betting Suit To Be Settled

Indications that Frank I. Moore betting commissioner against Rogee Hornsby for 920,000 will be settled out of court were seen as the case continued by agreement until December 39. The suit stems from alleged horse betting transactions involving Hornsby and associates.

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Crowd enjoys injury jinx on trail wrestling event

Fort Worth lens notes a grappling show promoting violence with body slams and brutal holds. Brown versus Gorman and other preliminaries drew a crowded opening, while fans saw painful pins and Greek wrestler Goteh contesting fouls as promoters push a raw exhibition style.

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Seven Remain In Dixie Hunt In Week Of Conference Play

In a rugged weekend of college football swing games seven teams from the Dixie Conference remained undefeated against non-conference foes. Highlights include Tennessee's 43 0 win over Virginia, Georgia’s 19 0 victory, and Virginia Tech’s close 14 13 win over Virginia Military. Other results feature Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina State, and Auburn among numerous non-conference tests across the landscape.

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Ten Bouts On Card At S A Army YMCA

The Army YMCA boxing event lists ten bouts on the schedule with ring action beginning at 8:40 p m. A M Verne is noted in connection with the Army program and first bout timing.

S.A. Army Y.M.C.A A. M. Verne TML A Hax

Tunney Fight Purse Over Million

New York reports Tunney, heavyweight champion, to fight Dempsey in Chicago in September. Purse details show 24 percent share of profits, with Rickard originally paid. promoters say Tunney bound to similar terms for next bout. event schedule hints at Zoll tournament in Jade Valley with Kainburg Country Play hosting a 36 event.

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Hudkins Rumor Quieted Amid Payment Delay

Los Angeles reports a boxing scene where ace Hudkins faces talk of going stale after promoter Dick Danakl could not meet Thunder Hudkins’ guarantee for the Dundee fight. Hudkins showed no visible sign of fatigue in yesterday’s session, with postponements lingering as fans debate his readiness.

Los Angeles Joe Dundee Tce Hudkins Dick Danakl Thunder Paty Hudkins Lie Schellan Pudkins

Boxing results from Philadelphia and nearby venues

A summary of recent fights includes George Godfrey knockout over Dom Saree Downit in Philadelphia. Robert Kobe Kooskiel defeated Ralph Smith, and George Gemas stopped Blackie Miller. Joel Lynch outpointed WW Jedford, Mass. Binmore Win Orleans defeated Homer Robertson. Additional bouts list lightweight matchups and other local results with varied outcomes and local venues.

TF Philadelphia George Godfreyerville Dom Saree Roberty Kobe Kooskiel Ralph Smith George Gemas Blackie Miller Ubiag California Joel Lynch Jedford Mass Diimme Orleans Homer Robertson Bestoi Denver Lion de Ban Tang Lewy Sane Crew

Fight Seat Taxes Ideal Says Mellon

Secretary of the Treasury Mellon condemns seat taxes on ringside seats at a Chicago heavyweight title fight. He argues imposition of a $5 tax for thirty minutes of viewing is unjust, urging no tax on attendees who paid for prime seats.

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Kearns Fears Disclosures Amid Dempsey Bout Talk

Universal Service reports KEARNs fears disclosures as boxing drama with Jack Dempsey nears. Court date set for November 15 as potential third bout between the heavyweights looms amid legal and promotional maneuvering.

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Kansas Aggie Star In Serious Shape

The condition of Joe Holsinger, Kansas Aggie halfback, is serious following injuries in the Iowa game. He remains in the hospital as doctors work to determine the full extent of his injuries and potential for recovery.

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Riggs Handicap Opens at Baltimore Old Hill racing day

The Rich Riggs Handicap opens at Baltimore on the opening card of the eleventh racing meet at Old Hillio. The event features noted contenders and prospects afoot for the season.

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