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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1941
Page
5
Texas A&M continues its dominant run with seven straight wins in 1941 as Rice, SMU, and Baylor test the Aggies. The squad, led by a deep roster and resilient coaching, eyes a pivotal clash with Texas while a looming homecoming at College Station heightens scrutiny of the program amid injuries and strong rivalries. Rice looms next, followed by Texas in the season’s key stretch.
A summary of scattered Sunday and late Saturday college football results featuring St Ambrose 7 St Thomas 6 Duquesne 9 St Marys 1 San Francisco 27 Layton 26 St Vincent 20 Caniguta 5 Fretels 59 Arkansas A and M 6 St Josephs 30 St Norbert Scranton 20 La Salle 29 Ravier 27 Dayton Minwura 11 Providence 0 and other mismatched regional scores including Whittier 14 Occidental 7 Oklahoma 7 Northeast ern Oklahoma 0 Tempe Ark Teachers Joy Ala Teachers 41 Liviazon 14 Lincoln 48 Cheyney Teachers 0 Avevalene SD 48 Jamestown 0 Eirwin Leicester 25 St Houston Jaren Port Arthur 6 Anthony s Beaumont 2
Norton lauds Detace Moser as insurance for Aggie football. Moser, a prolific passer and return man, posted 115 passes with 53 complete for 1 (1) yards, plus 272 rushing yards on 95 carries. He also punted for 42.8 yards, gained 76 yards rushing, and scored a touchdown while contributing two passing scores in a 21-10 victory over SMU.
In a chaotic late-game sequence Penn quarterback Roly Odell fielded a punt on his own 48 and ran 38 yards for a safety that sparked debate. Columbia gained the ball via a free kick and soon threatened, with Paul Governali returning the kick before being tackled near midfield. Penn coach George Munger defended the call while sportswriters debated whether Odell’s reverse punt was ill advised or clever risk.
The schedule lists Wheatley vs Anderson at 2:30 p.m. at Austin, Brackenridge vs San Antonio Tech at 6 p.m. at Alamo Stadium, with other district games including South San Antonio, Taeler, Pearl, and potential Catholic matchups. District markings indicate 4A and 38-4 divisions and location notes for multiple games.
Billy Ham a famed jockey of earlier turf days died today in Auburn at age 65. Once owner of his own racing stable in Chicago he retired from racing and returned to Auburn where he lived thereafter.
The Selene club hosted a Latin American golfers tournament at Municipal Auditorium where Cleto Veliz won the championship title. Runners-up in various flights included Tony Esquivel and Carlos Ramirez, with awards also given in consolation, medalist, and putting contests.
Four teams with perfect marks enter a slate of big games. Minnesota meets rejuvenated Iowa, Duke faces North Carolina, Texas battles Texas Christian, and Notre Dame meets Northwestern as major programs clash across major venues.
Jalopy Derby at Bunday's event saw Jinx Hunter win the feature race labeled by the big 12 and a crowd of cats. King Dornom finished second with Jack Man third as Wade Bedell claimed the match rate and first prize and Conor took the second heat.
Saint Marys Rattlers, coached by Bud Mussell, regroup after a 40-21 defeat to West Texas State last Saturday. Dave Richols and Pat Platz rallied the unit. Texas A and I and Javelinas loom for the Alamo Conference showdown with key players returning for the rematch.
In Houston a Texas A&M varsity clash loomed as Rice Slimes prepared to face Agaie Fish after Agaie crowned the year with a 40 0 win over Allens academy. A 60 strong first year squad pivoted into the scrimmage, shaping the trash ranks and offering a glimpse at early team forms.
Rough battles loom as unbeaten powerhouses face major rivals in key district showdowns. Sweetwater, Lufkin, and Tyler edge toward district crowns while Pampa, Borger, and Amarillo squads contest top spots in Panhandle action. Underdogs and leaders mix as schedule highlights push toward playoff gapsclair.
Districts 13 and 16 in the south zone see a major scramble as leaders meet defeats. Brownsville was upset by Edinburg, creating a four way deadlock for first in the 16 south zone, while Houston district results shake the top race as Bam Houston and Lamar pull ahead with decisive wins.
St Anthonys Yellow Jackets lead the Southwest Academic League as Hallandale Indians and Alamo Heights Mules close in. St Anthonys undefeated under coach, with Harlandale and Heights posting strong defenses and high scoring, vying for the league crown. Brackenridge and Jefferons face tough District 16 AA games as playoff momentum builds.
Ticket holders at Alamo Downs San Antonio won prizes from Lady Vain and Palva's Pride in a chaotic Daily Double draw. Winners included Agua Cailente with a candle prize of $110 and Lady Vain paying $191.60. Palva's Pride paid $5.60, with Palva's Pride noted as a frequent wine at the track.
Duquesne defended its perfect season with a 9 to 0 victory over St. Marys in front of 25,000. Key plays included a goal from John Roskisky on a Mold kick and a 36-yard run by George Gonda. The win marked Duquesne’s twelfth straight win in the series.
SANTA MONICA Call Nov 10 48 Ned mts Ventailis Wisconsin national bowling champion finished well ahead of halfier Low al Jackson St Louis in the first block of their three block series Day totaled 152 1 points to 122 2 8 for Jackson Chelry scores for that night s 10 games were 125 and 4745 respectively Day won seven of the 10 games and rolled over 200 in all but one for a total of 2275 Jackson s best was 221 in his ninth game His total was 1995 The challenger was at his best Saturday night taking five of 10 games and 45 27 points to Day s 4735 The next series will be between Indianapolis November Vie 16
A.D Kapton and Worothy Goldstein of Sam Antonio combined for 927 to win first place in the Class Handleb ones at the ninth annual state women’s bowling tournament. San Antonio dominated, with Oliya Billy Simons’ team taking Class O play and Joy Grammer’s Port Arthur squad second in a rival vision. Ema Waller captured Class A singles with 380 pins, while Alice Iitis placed third in Class B singles and earned second in all events with 154%.
Western Handball League collectors anticipate expanding to eight clubs next season as an A Class organization. Possible new members include Omaha, St Joseph, Denver, Pueblo, Lincoln, Sioux Falls, Norfolk, and Wichita with financial backing from Hayden Walker in Idaho and Peter Mitchell in Topeka.
Members of the Gountry Club Women’s Association shift weekly play from Tuesday to Thursday celebrating Armistine day. Fort Bam Houston fairway femmes join medal play Tuesday to entice husbands to the course for a Beotch foursomes event. Tournament opens at 10 a.m. A barbecue follows the rounds. Jeanne Bninette oversees arrangements.
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