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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1940
Page
6
At Wichita Falls on November 11 71 to 0 scoreline a local junior high Zundslow from Wichita Valin boasts an 18 game winning streak and readiness for a state title. Principal T W Broombalow publicizes a bold plan inviting any challenger to test the team.
Main event features Charro Corral and Jim Henry in a 2 of 3 falls bout at Municipal Auditorium. Semi final pairs Tyan Managoff with Lew Newman. Preliminary pits Doreh Hefner against Ellis Bashara with two minute limit. Tense feud marks Armistice Day card as promoters push a ruckus filled show.
The United States tennis team swept all results in the Argentina championship with Elwood Cooke narrowly defeating Hector Cattarruzza 6-4 2-6 6-1 in the day’s toughest match. Donald McNeill won 6-0 6-1 6-2 over Augusto Zepps. Dorothy May Bundy defeated Senora Obarrio Denguidde 6-4 6-2. Cooke and Sarah Palfrey won mixed doubles 6-4 6-1.
Chicago November 11 The American league annual movie of Casebell stars will be ready for distribution on January 1 Producer Lew Fonseca said the film Batting Around the American League showcases top players Bobby Feller Bart Greenberg Joe DiMaggio and Jimmy Fox among others The league promotional department designed the movie to be shown free in schools colleges fraternal groups boys clubs and luncheon gatherings
Dallas November reports debate whether Texas A&M eyes a Rose Bowl bid as coach Homer Norton dismisses talk while star halfback John Kimbrough dazzles. Rice, SMU, Texas and Arkansas loom in follow up games with Cotton Bowl aims discussed amid season momentum and a bold Aggie run.
The entry for the Class A handball tournament at the Y M C A will close at 6 pm Monday, announced by Chairman Charley Reynolds.
UiN Jerk Hunt of Marshall College West Virginia scored five touchdowns in his team's win over Detroit Tech last weekend, lifting his total to 114 points and challenging the national lead. Michigan's Haroon failed to score in a loss to Minnesota, dropping to a tie for second with Culver Stockton's Charles Larson at 87 points. Other leading players include Thurman Jones Abilene Christian in the Texas Conference and Pete Kmetovic Stanford in the Pacific Coast, among a list of regional standouts across conferences.
Fragmentary report lists teams like Detroit Boston Montreal New Haven and St. Paul with scattered scores and placements. Mentions penalties, schedule notes, and partial standings including Omaha and Kansas entries, reflecting a busy league week with unclear specifics.
Rice basketball captain Placido Gomez, star guard, is out until mid-December after breaking a bone in his foot during the first scrimmage. Gomez will miss early December games against Southern California while in a plaster cast.
Women golfers in San Antonio start the week with matches at the San Antonio Country Club at 12 30 p m and Willow Springs at Willow at 1 00 p m The rest of the schedule includes Brackenridge Park Riverside Park at 10 a m Wednesday Fort Sam Houston at the Army Links 8 30 a m Thursday and Willow Springs 1 p m Friday.
The St Anthony's Yellowjackets built a 12 to 0 victory over St James High School on their home field. Key moments included a first quarter interception by Pat Katie and a 86 yard kickoff return by Beaulieu. The Jackets defense limited St James to short gains and dominated with strong punt coverage and line play.
El Paso players George Ball and Russell Ball reach the final round of the South western Tennis association tourney in El Paso. George Ball defeated Herb Labetsart 6 3 6 1 4 while Russell Ball beat Barney Judson 1 5 4 6 6 3. Evelyn Tomlinson was eliminated by Mary Jane Metcalf, and Audrey Barnard advanced to the finals after a 6 0 6 9 win over May Belle Ang.
Fragmented report lists several college football players and teams scoring touchdowns. Names include MU, Stanford-Crumht, Vermont, North Carolina, Lafayette, Rutgers, Northwestern, Mississippi State, and others amid unclear place and scoring lines. Highlights mention touchdowns, extra points, and a 33-73 scoreline, with mixed references to players such as Tete Kmetorte and Charley McNulfs.
In week four action Vokes fell to the Eagles 68 to 48 as Ed die Valdes scored 27 for the Eagles and Tony Rivers added 17 for Vokes. The Buffs earned their first win of the season beating the Mustangs led by Tom Alrata with 14 and Santos Heldon adding 11. League standings are unclear.
New York November 11. Persistence and power push major teams toward championship thoughts as six top programs lead the rankings. Minnesota beat Northwestern and Michigan then faces Purdue, while Cornell, Dartmouth, Stanford, and others also posted results. Texas A and M beat SMU 19 7, Rice 14 7 defeated Arkansas, and Notre Dame, Tennessee, and Michigan State remain in unbeaten or near top status amid a crowded national scene.
Cleveland dispatch reports former Postmaster-General James Farley expected in Cleveland to finalize arrangements to acquire the New York Yankees in a cash deal near four million dollars. Farley would head a syndicate with control of farm clubs and pro properties, with Ed Barrow to remain in executive management.
The Light will unveil its all-city football teams Class AA Class A and Class B on Sunday November 24 with staff coaches officials and fans contributing to selections. Voters may cast multiple ballots at the Majestic theater during a post show ceremony where diplomas gold footballs and honors will be awarded. Signed by John Sports Department San Antonio Light.
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