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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1933
Page
14
Texas A&Mfans expect clouds of passes to swarm the pit as Southern Methodist’s aerial circus meets the Aggie defense. Bob Wilson and Odell Power listed as key returnees. Texas stars Johnston and Baylor battle tensions as injuries loom. Notre Dame and SMU pass-game reputations loom large in regional chatter.
Edgewood School hosts the annual rural schools volleyball meet at 2 PM Friday. Elmendorf is favored for the boys division while Oak Yond and Edgewood compete hard. Coach Wyatt invites all teams to participate in the event.
The piece argues Georgia and the South pose a tough test for Yale in Haven as Yale faces a strong Georgia contingent. It recounts Georgia’s past triumphs over Yale and Alabama’s shocking performances, suggesting Yale could be embarrassed by southern football prowess. The author, Davis J. Walsh, recalls meeting Glenn Warner and reflects on the Warner system and regional football bravado.
A garbled report lists fighters and places including Minneapolis and Staples with names such as Kennard and Bud Giner. It notes an event in Minneapolis with hunters and deer season context, mentioning red jackets, crimsone caps, and a large buck tied to a deer open contest. The fragment mentions UAW and local participants with unclear outcomes.
Former heavyweight champion Dempsey attends a theatrical event at the Barbare hotel in Los Angeles. The incident occurred Wednesday as part of a bar and dance radio program, highlighting the entertainer's current occupation and public appearance.
A 1920s parachute jumper known as the Jumpus Airman joined an air circus in 1995 and 1926. He shifted to oil field work in Seminole Oklahoma, dreaming of owning an airplane. An eye injury funded by compensation allowed him to buy a Canadian Jenny plane, launching a noted aviation career.
The Twenty-third Infantry and the Bobkittens of Sorthwest Texas State Teachers College played to a 14-14 tie at Fort Ram Nownton. Doughboys led 14-0 at halftime with a defensive safety and a long TD run by Gathard. Bobkittens rallied in the second half through passing and a late drive, with Mangum and Robertson scoring and Williams catching a 26-yard pass to set up a final goal-line punch as the tie sealed. Football action featured strong line play from Day and Weaver for the Doughboys and steady ground and air attack from the Bobkittens. Game noted for Army football league context and 2:30 kickoff.
Lanier unveils first blue and white color day with new Blue Jackets pep squad. Teas and promotions involve Jefferson, Brackenridge, Hod, and Lannr Bearettes. ceremony honors players as district prospects loom for Thursday clash on Tech field. Eddie Savers of Oakland and George Kelly of Philadelphia vie for top national pocket billiards lead with rivals in Minnesota.
Readers invited to enter Prophet Pete contest with 15 Saturday games listed. Send selections to Prophet Pete at the San Antonio Light before midnight Friday. The notice mentions teams like Texas, Baylor, Oklahoma and others, and notes a three month calendar can be obtained by calling the Light.
Lawrence Kansas November 8 The Weskel Indians used a new tom tom drum to lift team morale as they faced the Oklahoma Aggies in a game referenced by coach Gun Welch. The drum’s beat accompanied plays but could not turn the tide as the Braves lost 18 to 0.
At Austin high school, Coach Benne Strickland said a win over the Brackenridge Eagets would bolster their season. The Mayoons, despite four losses, showed improvement against Tivy Anvera last week, with Walter Fritsch, a 300 pound backfield addition, boosting offense as the team recovers from minor injuries and aims for a strongEngle tilt.
Westmoorland High faces ineligibility issues as key players Homer Adams coaches brace for the Victoria Junior College game Friday at Eaglefield. Tackle John Drew center Bill Gregory and tackles Waller and Bob Stephenson plus back Norman Bellord are out. August Flinger rested Tuesday but will play. Jack Mathews was cut from the squad after missing practice. George Mynier, ex Brackenridge star, named captain for Friday’s Broncs.
Harold Weber, a well known Toledo golfer, died overnight in Littleton New Hampshire while on a hunting trip. He was stricken ill as friends gathered at a Connecticut lakes residence.
Berkeley November 6 Bob Wilson stadium caretaker said the crowd left the venue drenched in dryness, raking 2000 empty bottles from under seats after the Southern California California football game.
John Reynolds, Hillcrest Golf Club manager and pro, scored his fourth hole-in-one on No. 2, about 125 yards uphill. Seven witnesses, including V N P Surtees and PLT Gnak, watched as the ball vanished into the can amid cheers from Reynolds’s playing partners and caddies.
New York reports Ray Impellitierre, aged 22, 6 feet tall and about 265 pounds, finally set to face Tommy Loughran on November 22 after five years of anticipation. Boxing critics note his gym prowess and speculate he could become the next heavyweight champion.
Que of Wm largest gatherings of bird dog owners are expected at the Lone Star Bird Dog association smoker at the Menger hotel Wednesday evening. Mark R. Foster says many members and others interested in bird dogs will attend. AUTOS RACE AT BRADY. Brady hosts a two day auto racing program at Alchards Park with drivers including Jimmie Bagan of Davenport Iowa, holder of dirt track records.
New York reports the National Hockey League season begins with opening games in Toronto Montreal Chicago. Key matchups include Boston versus Toronto and Detroit versus Montreal as teams adjust finances and lineup amid salary cuts and profit-sharing plans.
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