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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1929
Page
5
John W. Heisman, famed football coach, offers bold picks across regions. He predicts East and Midwest results with several upsets and decisive wins noted for teams like Harvard, Virginia, Northwestern, and Oregon among others.
Exceptional grit marked the Sunday tournament at Rackenridge Park hosted by the San Antonio Ladion Golf Association. Mrs O B Tn Walls won with a gram of M4 and a Wel of TH as scores clustered around two CW's. Mrs 8 1 Young led with 00 but a handbag of 10 dropped her down. Miss Taieifle Cairns scored 18-77 and Mrs Ta GL Chapman teed in a D4 while Mrs Aifte Galix played. The tournament Friday will be at the Alamo Country Club. the women’s city championship starts at Brachenlige Park Monday November 15.
Chicago reports veteran featherweight Linxer from Terme Hante, Himbigisedl will clash with Santiago Zoril lo on November 14 as he joins Jack Dempsey for three bouts. Dempsey seeks sturdier opponents for two more appearances at the ratiseum.
Report outlines alleged ineligibility of John Sylvester tied to Brownsville and Main Avenue high schools over 1925 junior high to senior high transfer. Statements from T King Rogers and Benny Strickland deny grounds for protest while Aust in officials and local parents discuss potential actions and record implications for the interscholastic league.
Brackenridge pummeled Brownsville 64 to 0 as the Brownsville Logies faced fierce Brackenridge offense. Newman, Gabler, and Harnhart sparked the attack with multiple touchdowns and long runs while Brownsville struggled to halt Brackenridge’s powerful passing and ground game.
Awalt Harzke, husky tackle and captain of the St Marys University Rattlers, anchors the line as they prepare to play Edinburg College Saturday afternoon at League Park. His strength in the front is a key factor for the team.
In a crowded bowling page, Butler Mixers struggle early winning only the first two games against Pletcher’s team. Conrad and Hodkin lead Grocers in a high scoring opener, while Nixon Mechanics and others push to a new mark as penalties and strong blocks shape the match.
Alamogito Heights High colors strong in district action as they overcome Laredo to win 18 to 11. Alamogits score first quarter and third period, Darede leads late with a TD pass and running plays. Peay and Johnson anchor the line for the Mules.
Wrestlers Coleman Hammonds and Joan wrestle Womoter and Daling Wriding Might. Abe Coleman courted for another appearance as fans recall his sole prior show. Main event featured Gil Leachman disqualified after kicking Stevene. match lasted 29 minutes with intense exchanges and multiple punches.
In Enoxville Tennessee on November 2 authorities warn that football games including the Tennessee Auburn clash will proceed with enhanced security as church and local officials call for vigilance against thieves. Prohibition agents and city safety officials attend the statement amid talk of a shorter 1939 schedule for American Association baseball clubs.
Stung, Dempsey returns toward Chicago amid a roar from about 4000 fans in Louisville. The heavyweight king’s popularity surged as he passed through the city, with mayor and crowd gifts in a festive scene. Reports note Payne and Gralian among local reporters, while Jack Sharkes voices Chicago as the likely next foe.
Chicago promoter Jack Denparr proposes a working agreement with Paddy Farin of Chicago Stadium to avoid bidding wars for boxers. Denparr, former heavyweight champion, notes promoters overpay fighters and seek a cooperative approach to save money.
Sonnenberg world heavyweight champion defeats Renne Adorce of Bronce hore fant Wight in two straight falls at the Bellingham event. Match report notes the victory secures another win for Sonnenberg in the touring title defense run.
The Ludiana team plans a major reorganization with 1030 players reportedly joining forces as Geo Mallejs moves from Martinsuurz. Associated Press reports Homer Haesnend to announce further additions as Sun day payers join the squad, with a target to unveil the lineup in about two weeks.
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