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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1940

Page

7

Experts Pick Winners In A Chaotic Grid Season

Bob Considine reports a playful, contrarian forecast as critics scramble to pick college football winners. Michigan, Notre Dame, and Fordham are debated alongside Stanford, Texas A and M, and Wisconsin. Predictions hinge on breaks and injuries, with strong debate over Stanford’s ranking and Fordham’s form.

Bob Considine New York Moppeta Hinles Bushiman Michigan Minnesota Stanford Forrest Evashevski Tommy Harmon George Pranck Harmon Harmon Purdie Fordham Boilerbakers Mike Hbydlene Ohio State Wisconsin Charley Maug Buckeyes Wistonels Bob Cahn Shaughnessy Chicago Ington Tme Stanfords Texas A Aggies John Kim

Houston and Dallas Grid Rivals Eye Classic Showdown

Rain delayed a hoped matchup between unbeaten Texas A and M Aggies and Southern Methodist in Dallas. Heavy showers soaked the field, while Texans hoped the classic Battle of the Southwest would unfold at 2:30 PM as SMU and A and M chase key conference wins amid tough Southwest foes.

Dallas Nev Turss Aggies Southern Methodists Coast Southern Methodist Aggies

End of Week Ice Hockey Schedules and Weather Cancellations

Weekend ice hockey schedule lists Detroit at Toronto and Buffalo at Cleveland with other American League matchups. Several Sunday games are noted, including New York versus Detroit and Philadelphia versus Indiana. A high school game and Friday afternoon practice were canceled due to bad weather at Farrandale field between Harlandale Inglans and Hut Wells Blue Davile.

Detroit Toronto Buffalo Creveland Providence Hersh New Haven Philadelphia Pittsburgh Springfield Bsundey Chienga Montreat New York Roniery Indiananazin Pra Farrandale Field Harlandale Inglans Hut Wells Blue Davile

Henry Guerei Sr elected president of San Antonio Table Tennis

Henry Guerei Sr was elected president of the San Antonio Table Tennis Association during a Tuesday night meeting at the Bobtling company venue. Kenneth Bloomberg was chosen vice president, Marjory Widlcox acting treasurer, Addie Goebel and Helly Chatrwnans named to positions, with Juula Peekhiss and Arthur Rok as ranking committee chairs. Members played games after the election.

Henry Guerei Sr San Antonio Moésting Bobtling Company Wakatare Kenneth Bloomberg Marjory Widlcox Addie Goebel Pbs Helly Chatrwnans Juula Peekhiss Revert Arthur Rok Tale Eanle

Aggies Claim Best Fish Crop In Many Seasons

Aggies scout freshmen depth as the squad prepares for Rice Slimes on Xyle field. Coach Jones and assistants field nearly eight teams of tall, experienced teens led by Russell Grieve of San Antonio and standout linemen Davis Mercer And Titks. Texas clash looms after expected UT freshmen battle.

E.G Jer Charlie Dewate Virgil Jones Russell Grieve San Antonio Peacock Military Jones John Im ‘Hrough McKillan Allen Academy Aggie University of Texas Avalin Texas

Allen Eleven at Randolph gridiron clash set

Allen eleven travels to Randolph to defend Army League title in a 2 30 p m Saturday gridiron showdown on Randolph field with Randlers as the home squad anticipated to present a tough defense and high scoring offense

Randelph Randlers Alla Academy Randalph

San Marcos Rattlers Clinch District Win Over Unicorns

In New Braunfels the San Marcos Rattlers defeated the Unicorns in a District 5-A contest, staying undefeated. The Unicorns forced two early turnovers but could not sustain offense as San Marcos pulled ahead with four consecutive scoring drives to secure the victory.

New Braunfels San 'Marta Rattlers Umicorns Unicorns

Cuneo's English Horses Do Well At New York Show

In New York a strong showing by Cuneo's English horses dominates the weekend horse show. Trainer Jack Sullivan and owner R. T. Mex Net sent three-year-olds Wensleydale Wilds and Lima to blue ribbons, with Wensleydale Pilot also excelling in harness. Glenholme trails with promising entries as the field boasts high investment and top performance across events.

New York John Satm Adrian van Sinderen F. Cuneo Die Big Printing Press Washington, Gour Libertyville Ill Glenholme England Jack Sullivan Sweeb Campenelle Biel Sullivan R.T. Mexnet Oready Sewickley Ata Twier Wensleydale Wildshire Lima Wensleydale Pilot Notten Ang Knookvicar Domino Pais Ue Gienbolme

Girls Play Football 50 Yard Punt Return Wins

In Columbia South Carolina a petite blonde halfback Doris Nash of Charlotte scored a 50 yard punt return to spark a victory for her sorority team in a Bundles for Britain benefit. The Delta Delta Delta sponsor noted the play as the decisive score, with an end run for the extra point. Several players were injured and a public crowd of about 110 attended.

Columbia, & C Caiing University of South Carolina Britain willy @ benefit Doris Nash Chariotte Pola Phia Oldfield Delta Delta Delta Yough GonLaet

Mexico Jumpers Win New York in International Showdown

The Mexican army team led by captains Rumberto Mu and Ramiro Falafox won the first leg of the international low-score competition trophy at the fifty-fifth national horse show. Mexico finished with 16 faults, Chile 171, Cuba 19, and the United States 29. The trophy was donated by Chilean President Pedro Aguirre Cerda.

Mexico New York Rumberto M. Mufiles Ramiro K. Falafox Willle Cuba United States Pedro Aguirre Cedra Chile

Kerrville High Close In On Grid Title

Kerrville High Antlers push toward a third District 15-AA crown after a 6 to 0 win over Jefferson Mustangs. Starters Coleman Maxwell and Robertson led the rushing drive as Kerrville’s defense stifled Jefferson, with Jeffs managing only a few threats and the game decided by a late fumble recovery and a rugged Tivy defense.

Johnny Janes Jelterocan Mustangs Tivy Antlers Kerrville Uwe Jeffs Joss Alamo Stadium Brackenrigge Austin Regin Mountain Boys Jefferson But. Coleman Steve —Boulinghouse Karley Maxwell Pat Robertson Mustangs Jeffs Kere Ville Dave Colennn Izb Jensher Melchor Gonwales Ann Slory Ihe Jeffernon Mountaineers Geain Coleman Noigh Jeff Thy Ike Goleman Maxwell Hella Boultinghouge Tig Jefts Nevers Ross Wallace Kertville Boultinghouse Wallace Hamilton Sterrie Jets Otto Nirhaus Mustang Yefferson Herevitly Buied Ony Serge Tab Yyy Simpeon Es Maeman Staulzenberier Hilliard Steduttivy A “Heinen Eee Roulhinehotts Vee Clout Wallaca Powerk Gonzales Maxwell Fi Sheftiela J.atterson Booth Blot Fal Garten Fingelh Ful . Garrett Tinpoll Pul Brooks Turley Jon Kertvilky Robertaon Brownlee Core Korma Tefferson

Texas Colleges Los Angeles Soy in Rival Tilt

In Brownwood and Denton areas a crowd of 19,000 watched Texas college teams clash. Owen Goodlank sparked the Cowhors while Hardin Simmons and Trinity traded scores in a high scoring to near finish. North Texas State rolled past Austin College 14 0. Berry’s Lions beat Texas Hobcats 14 0 as Lone Star play intensified.

Los Angeles Hordiv Shumens Texas Danted Loroli Texda A Texas School Owen Goodlankt Walath Runneilied Burrus Xolule Othr Hardin Denton North Texas ‘State Eagles Austin College Stewart Powers Norris Ellis Welby Williams North Texas Speed San Marcos Berry Texea Lions Oo White Rogers James Blackwell Ryel Iing Ding Arp Tian White Arn Mack Laxson Woodrow Isham Vener Smith Paul Cordray Fite Leon Winton

Night baseball lights up majors as parks go after dark

Sports editor notes major leagues embracing night games as more parks install lighting. Washington plans illuminated park next summer, shifting the balance toward night play. Several clubs already host after dark games, with Chicago, St Louis, Philadelphia, and New York teams among those joining. The trend aims to boost attendance and profits, despite some clubs not yet equipped.

Washington Ermyntrude Ampere Chicago St. Desire Louis Philadelphia Moston Cincinnati Reds Brooklyn New York Grents Phils St. Louis Pittsburgh the &T. Louis Browns

Austin High Rolls Past Laredo Tigers for 25–0 Win

Austin High defeated Laredo 25–0 to boost its District ISAA title hopes. Raymond Jones powered the Maroons with a strong rushing attack, as Austin improved to five wins and one loss in conference play. Laredo was unable to threaten the leaders.

Austin Austin High School Dal Redo Tigers Raymond Jones Xenhr Maroons Tve Laredo

Seguin sets homecoming clash with Lutherans and Bolkitten

Seguin November 9(Lutheran College Bull dogs) face San Marcos Bolkitten in a homecoming clash. Coach G F Kiete fer aims to defend a perfect homecoming record as the event draws large crowds during the TC three day reunion. Charles Ehrhardt will captain the Lutherians in the annual classic.

Sregouin G. F. Kietefer Teas Lutheran College Bulldogs San Marcos

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