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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1908

Page

4

Academy and West Texas fight to 0–0 draw in tough clash

The San Antonio Academy and West Texas played a hard football game at Dientric Park ending in a scoreless tie. Both sides struggled to mount sustained offenses with cautious play and costly penalties, while Ziegler and Schreiner shone in punting and defense for their teams.

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Local football struggle muddled pennant race in 1908 season

San Antonio football scene faces a tangled race as three teams remain in serious contention with several key games left. The Ninth Infantry team provides vital practice for city squads while girls basketball adapts rules. The season teeters toward a Thanksgiving Day decision on the league champion.

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High School Beats Coronial in Wet City Class Match

San Antonio High School defeated Coronial 40 to 6 on a rain soaked night at Sam Marcos. Captain Singer scored the lone TD in the second half while Rame and Cross starred for the winners with hard yards and sharp passes. Coronial’s defense stymied several drives, but costly fumbles and downs downs hampered their chances.

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Football Results From Various Colleges and Schools

Scores reported from multiple matches across universities and prep schools including Army, Exeter, Vermont, Pittsburg, West Virginia, Davidson, Tulane, Yale, Penn, Lafayette, Dartmouth, Cornell, Amherst, Syracuse, Navy, Sewanee, Auburn, and more. Notable scores include Army 6 Springfield 5, Tulane 10 Baylor 2, Yale 10 Brown 19, Navy 50 ???, Vanderbilt 16 Tennessee 0.

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Local prep sports schedule and league notes briefed

The San Antonio Academy outlines a strenuous upcoming schedule with practice against UWleh Hehoal on Tuesday and Baulleta of Sint Marcos on Saturday, followed by Coronal visiting next Monday. Interscholastic football headlines a key match between Wil He hetwon Hish Reboot and Peacock this Saturday at Menthie Park. The Taterghotas League sees two ties among three games, West Texas involved in both, and prospects for future results. Soldiers plan a championship date with Independents on November 26, hoping for holiday draw. Independent management to decide early this week.

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Baldus Retains King Status in Turner Bowling League

Baldus leads the Turner Bowling League in both average per game and percentage. Fritze and Lohmuelier trail closely, with 4 and 7 pins behind, while three teams stay under 200 and one more joins the 990 class, keeping four at 249 or higher. A special Turner meeting is set for 10 oclock at Turner Alleys to plan a Turkey Pie Bowl.

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Burns Bowling League Averages Show Tight Race for Title

The Royal Achates lead nearing the field as Tornadoes and Alamotron Works chase within a pin margin. Teague's young squad strengthens the top, Pfeiffer slips from champion contention, and The Missions push 1000 pins ahead in team scoring while Paples and Comanches close the pack. Weekly matches list Gloeckner, Alamo Tton Works, Misk Gammel, and others across Turner, Beethoven, Parner, Sommers, and Glenehernot alleys with Torandos facing Cyelingr and Owls in key clashes.

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Brown Ties Yale in Hard Fought 10 10 Tie

Brown and Yale battled to a 10 to 10 tie after a tight game at Yale. Brown faced two disputed calls by Referee Thompson and Umpire Newton that affected scoring chances. McKay’s 60 yard onside kick return for a Brown touchdown was nullified, prompting protests but final rulings upheld by Coach Ganemane.

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Marshall's Victory Over Peacock Reserves in Narrow Win

Marshall Streets defeated the Peacock Reserves 10 to 2 after a 30 yard run by Matthews near midfield. The Marshalls led 7 0 with a first quarter TD and held on as Scott Elsworth Blephens were standout for Marshall while Wood, Atkins and Harwood starred for Peacock.

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Princeton Loses to Dartmouth in Hectic College Game

In a rough Ivy League clash at the Poin grounds Dartmouth scored 16 while Princeton managed 6. Sherwin kicked the opening field goal, Manley broke loose for a 40 yard run, and Dartmouth added four touchdowns and a field goal to seal the win as Princeton battled back with a late surge.

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International rifle meet planned for September in Washington

Washington text from November outlines an international rifle competition with invitations from the National Rifle Association led by Gen James A Crain. Plans include a long range world championship and multiple individual events at various yardages, plus a team event. Dallas High School and Holy Family contest results are noted, with real estate ads in the classifieds.

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Tulane Defeats Baylor 24 to 1 in New Orleans

Tulane University beat Baylor of Waco 24 to 1 in New Orleans with both teams scoreless in the first half. Toland drove the ball near Taylor’s goal in the opening minutes while Farrell added a six yard rush for Tulane. Baylor earned its point on safety as the Tulane offense dominated the rest of the game.

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West Eager 70 Meet Bernstein in Ring Bout

Sargeant West of Company 6 Ninth Infantry announces eagerness to box Bernstein, who left for New York and has challenged West to a bout. West offers Bernstein a 70 percent cut of the proceeds, stating no arrangements yet, ready to extend the same to others seeking action in the ring. West, nearly 200 pounds and quick as a cat, vows to avoid mixing football with boxing while remaining a sportsman for those who know him.

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Garden Academy Beats Brackenridge in Gridiron Victory

Garden Academy defeated Brackenridge Grammar School 15 to 9 on the Mlystonfield field. Key plays included a 40 yard touchdown run and a forward pass, with Woessner’s all around play and Hecker’s tackles praised. Brown of Breckenridge starred on defense as both teams showcased solid line play and kicking.

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Ladies Bowl High for Turkey Prizes at Turner Alleys

The Turner Inuiities Sourday hosted a turkey prize bowling event with top scores by Mrs George Icke top score , Ida Schaefer 69 and several others. Prizes went to multiple ladies, highlighting strong scores and awards at the Turner alleys.

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Terrible Indians Crushed by Crimson in Gridiron Loss

Harvard routs the Indians 17 0 as Leslie breaks through for a late score. Crimson dominates with forward passes and onside plays, while Carlisle and Carlisle Plano players struggle to mount a comeback. Penalties halt several Indian drives and a blocked field goal seals the defeat.

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