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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1917

Page

13

San Antonio High School Defeats Austin in Titular Showdown

In a disputed Texas high school football title race, San Antonio High School defeated Austin by 13 to 6. Emory Norge of San Antonio scored a key 45 yard interception return, while Morse starred with a 60 yard run and two-point plays. San Antonio earns top claim to the state crown as the season concludes with bragging rights for the Spurs city.

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Quin Jets Triple Header Report From Local Gym

In Sherman Hents Henimorh Foulstenn defeated Braymont Texas by a wide margin. The morning games featured Mont High beating rivals 23 to 11 and an upset over a local team.

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Gafford and Bennett Win at Golf in Sunday Event

Gafford and Mrs Bennett win with strong scores on the Country Vink links in a weekly Sunday golf event. Other pairings include Burleson with Silesee, Franklin with Seabrook, and Lawlor with Bint. notable nets and handicaps noted, with several pairs near or above 100 net.

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Weekly Athletic Schedule Details Games and Times

The schedule covers the week with basketball games led by coaches and seniors. It lists game days, venues, and start times, including multiple matches such as Men’s and Women’s contests, with entries like 12:35 and 2:15 starts. The list mentions teams, opponents, and weekly events across the athletics slate.

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Florida Outplays Iowa In Contested Interlake Clash

The report notes Florida as a strong title contender performing with sharp interleague passing to down Iowa. Walter Shitie and Brooks Stephens led scorers for Florida, with Wil Brewh strong at forward and Jarvis Hillie and Ih Melton contributing for Iowa. The extended lineup names appear in a long roster of players from both teams with multiple guards and forwards featuring in the event.

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Strange Football Scores From Across The Nineteenth Century

A mosaic of scattered results shows teams like Stevens, Yale freshmen, Brown, and Michigan besting foes in varied venues. Several performances highlight surprising scores and mismatches across cities including Hoboken, Providence, and Annapolis, painting a chaotic early season tableau with unfamiliar team names and inconsistent reporting.

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Snappy Baseball Prospect Showdown At Teekich's Park

In a Winter League doubleheader at Teekich's Park the two leaders Jonay Rad Sox and Hiberniane clash in the opening game. Burgelt faces Big UI Barry as both starters aim to rebound after prior strong showings. The Tobin HI and Court of Monin provide late support as two Texas Eagles withdrew, leaving tight, high scoring action expected with first pitch at 2 o'clock.

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Methodist W Holds Baylor 10 Tie Game

In a muddy Tex. field on November 17 Methodist University battled Baylor to a 10 10 tie. The game featured two fumbles and several yardage swings as both teams traded drives with key plays by tackles and backs. Baylor showed late drive threats but could not surpass Methodist’s defense in the final moments.

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Pros to Play Camp Travis Nine in City Exhibition

A mixed team of professionals and college players stationed at Camp Travis will face off at League Park on Sunday, November 25. The lineup features San Antonio pros from multiple leagues, including Frank Lauder, Pat Newnam, Hoss Young, and Quo Padmann, along with Camp Travis cadets led by Camptin Burke. Proceeds benefit local funds as organizers Garrett Sporting Goods and Jack Flaherty Jr coordinate the charity game with S. S. Garrett and Cajitein Jack Lurke’s planning.

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Ohio State Clinches BG Ten Championship

Ohio State defeats Timely Hert 13 to 0 to clinch the BG Ten title for the second straight year as a capacity crowd of 72,000 witnesses the decisive late rally. Chick Tarley stars in the scoring drive with a 13 yard touchdown run and a 30 yard placement kick.

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Major League Figures From the 1917 Season Highlight Mets and NL Leaders

Statistics expert Bilas Mano provides 1917 season highlights with National League leaders like Benne and Burns. George Burns set 454 consecutive games, Alexander and Burns noted for major league tallies, while Carey led steals and Bush topped the NL in runs. Several players missed games and long streaks are mentioned amid a Tigers and Red Sox recap.

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McGraw Method Puzzles Pirates Game Details

The report centers on John J. McGraw and his team the Pirates during a tense game at Pitishare. Bezdek comments on pitching changes while McGraw entices a runner home as tensions flare over signals and strategy, highlighting the era’s coaching method.

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Leeds Woolen Arts Company honors top player seed

Sidney Lefty Rove of the Asylum team and manager V G Bharvor recognize standout efforts in 1917. The piece notes a peak year for an independent amateur baseball pitcher, comparing achievements to Richard Allworth's famed 1910s record.

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Pennsylvania Beats Michigan in Major Football Clash

Pennsylvania’s seven from Philadelphia defeated Michigan 16 to 1 in a hard fought East coast showdown. The win boosts Penn’s standing in national title discussions as Navy, Dartmouth, and Cornell losses shake up the season.

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Smoky Joe Wood to Play Outfield for Cleveland Giants

Smoky Joe Wood, formerly a pitcher, would play in the outfield for Cleveland. The article notes a $16,000 rent payment for Nis, discusses Wood's salary of $10,000 annually, and highlights his potential berth in the outfield. It recalls his 1912 season with 35 victories and a high win percentage, and mentions his nickname Smoky Joe Wood.

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Thanksgiving gridiron clash at San Antonio awaits teams

San Antonio prepares for a pivotal Thanksgiving game between Kelly Field and Camp Travis as selection of a strong eleven continues. Coaches face a large candidate pool with 100 at Kelly Field and about 150 at Camp Travis, while plans include special trains and a large stadium, all signaling a major wartime football event.

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