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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1908

Page

4

Peacock and San Antonio Academy Face Off at Blewick Park

The San Antonio Academy and Peacock football teams prepare for a league contest at Bleckwick Park. Peacock outweighs the Academy by about 40 pounds per man, and both squads are in peak condition. The Peacock lineup features backfield depth with McFaddin returning to halfback, while the Academy relies on speed and a stout line to counter. The outcome hinges on using weight advantages and defensive stops, with the winner possibly ranking second to the city’s big public school team.

San Antonio Academy Peacock Tomarrer Blecwic Park West End West Texas RR. DeBena Tiuidich Pecamt Shankd High School West Teday Academy Feheol Cor

Marshall Street and High School reserve teams play to 6 to 6 tie

The Marshall Street and High School reserve football squads battled to a 6 to 6 draw on a windy afternoon at the old golf links. Each side scored in the first half, with Moore crossing for Marshall Street and Berry finishing a drive for High School reserves. The second half featured heavy ground gains but few clean scores as both teams tightened on defense and launched limited forward passes. Lewis Berry Scott starred for High School. Elsworth Nash Monre led Marshall Street through a hard fought but even game. Referee Ralph Shiner.

Marshall Streets Igh School Oval Marshall Street Moore High Schsol Berry Lin High Selvol Few Aullien High Selvel Price Lewis Scott Elsworth Nash Monre Lmelight Vin H.S. Res Marshall St Maverick Vy Eeeeters Davis

Offer for Criger Sparks Sox Lincoln Boston Trade Talk

President Comiskey offered 19000 cash for Catcher Criger of the Americans. Boston manager Fre Late indicated he would reject the bid, noting Geiger's impending retirement and Criger’s uncertain future, amid illness and recovery themes surrounding team stars.

Comiskey Chicago White Sox Low Criger Bastian Amercans John J. Taylor Waston Boston Geiger Criger Pat John Kiing

Marshall Training Defeated by Peacock 15 to 3 in First Marshall Game

The Marshall Training School eleven held Peacock to a 5 5 score at halftime before losing 15 to 3 yesterday at West End. Goin, Vaughan and Oswald starred for Marshall, while McFadden led Peacock with two touchdowns and notable interference. The contest served as a trial for Saturday’s matchup and featured mixed lineups as both teams sought the strongest combination.

Peacock Marshall Training School Marshall Geidiven West ‘Ond Goin Marstal McFadden Marshall Vaughan Oswaild Fuller R. di Bona Beacock M. T Peter-Pullee Swift Catetee Frown Ferguson Loxton R G. W. DawensHerwood Tepescendis Petera WM. Moore Taylor-Prench S.moore Seerereee Ees Mr Peters RB. DeBona Jie Veeeres Vaughan Gowwald L Noo Q. McFadden-Ashford Cohn H. TeBona Parthay Brown Tinpive L. Brewer Moye

Indoor baseball opens at Y M C A in wartime style

Indoor baseball at the Y M C A opens with a double header. The Seniors beat the Dormitory team 7 to 6 in a batting rally, then the Dormitory avenged by routing the Railroaders 10 to 1. Frost Turk failed to show for a scheduled game against Railroad, dormitories took the field instead. Thanksgiving night sees Maverick Clark versus Washer Bros and Joske versus Walfr and Ma. In the first game Dormitory 2 5 20 6 2 0 6 Bantors 6 2 5 6 7. second game Dormitory 0 0 9 0 4 4 N10 Railroad Franch 0 1 0 9 -0-1. Batteries: Smith Matthews Ferguson Farnsworth.

Frost Turk Maverick Clark Washer Bros Joske Walf Raginad Fol. Jones Bontors Smith and Matthews Chalfant Anderson Raiload Franch Ferguson and Farnsworth

Local bowling league sees mixed results in Yaquis Sioux match

In the Turner Bowling League Yaquis and Sioux split the night’s two matches at Cure Net alleys. Sioux won the first game by 2 pins, Yaquis captured the second by 35 pins. First game favored Sioux. second game more suspenseful with Yaquis rallying but Sioux prevailing in overall score. Key players: Dunham and Baetz among captains, Hallgen, Woll, Tolle noted for tidied work. Umpire N Tengg.

Dunham Baetz Yaquis Sloux Siete the &Siux Hentress Tolle, Haelgen Woll Maetz A. Tale Zizelman Wolf

West Texas football prep for UT reserves and two Saturday games

The West Texas team heads to Aust to meet University of Texas reserves with coaches Warner and Worthington. Wiesler cannot play. McCall and Johnson will handle halves. Rote likely at full back. Third team defeated Tarrel Heights 12 to 0 on lower post grounds. Coach Nolan guiding the third team. Saint Marys basketball intensifies practice for the season opener with key players named and a game set for early September.

West Texas University of Texas Warner Worthington Wiesler McCall Johnson Gmng Ceraila Tawrel Heights Ony Salaty Nolan Leen St. Marys Beasson

Aero Club considers balloon race in San Antonio next spring

The San Antonio Aero Club passed a resolution to gauge local business interest in hosting a balloon race next spring. Officers elected were Welding as president, Vance as vice president, and A. Nawman as secretary treasurer, with a committee including McQuaid Kirkpatrick and Nat M. Washer to liaise with the Business Men's Club.

San Antonio Hus City Dy. Welding Vance Vivet FP. A. Nawman G. A Efalt M. Vanee Nat M. Washer Carr Kirkpatrick R. A. Goeth H. G.stancke George B. Dro M. Walerfield MW. Bis Frank A. Barber B.A. Thomtson George McQuaid

Turner Ladies League Hinges on Dullnig Victory

Miss Dullnig defeated Miss Wiedenfeld 2 to 0 with a double win yesterday afternoon on the Turner alleys. Dullnig won the first game by 25 pins and the second by 14, as both teams stayed within their averages. Wiedenfeld’s team failed to match their usual steady play, while Dullnig’s game improved.

Miss Dulliig Miss Wiedenfeld Miss Dullnig Miss Wiedenfeld Yesteday Turner Wileys Tean Miss Dullnip Beare Ass Dullnigy Miss Wietenfeld

Mt Nyail and Gueldner TT Update

Keepy and Miss Wowthen score 51 to 2 as Mrs Mueller aged 44 faces Ate ne and Ars with Bher Hari in a terse local note.

Mt Nyail Gueldner Keepy Wowthen Mrs. Mueller Atene Ars

St Mary's Triumph Over St Louis In Rough Court Battle

St Mary's varsity edged St Louis 41 to 12 in a frenzied afternoon game on St Louis Court. St Marys relied on team play and strong defense as St Louis trailed, with standout fouls and key passes shaping the clash. lineup notes mention St Mary's star players and referee Donohoe officiating as local piano ads and real estate blurbs interrupt the page.

St. Mary's Dnchers St. Louis St. Tonie St. Marys St. Lovie Tatbrook Guerin R. F

Relay Race From New York to Washington

More than a thousand runners will take part in the YMCA relay race to Washington starting from New York this afternoon. The event features teams from New York and nearby areas racing to the capital with expected strong performances and broad public interest.

New York Washington O'Elnek

Race to Chicago Promises Fast Pace for Runners

Fragmentary OCR reports a running race toward Chicago with mention of the president and international track. It notes a faster pace and a sprint to the finish as participants push hard.

Turkey prize bowling prizes and results noted

The report covers turkey prize bowls at Sommers Garden and Turner alleys with Miss Lizzie Wilkens posting a winning score of 23 and matching high marks by Mrs. Hummert. Other top finishers include Mrs. Raby 70 and Mrs. Hoefing 66. regular practice and postponed matches are also mentioned.

Tirner Altime Sommers’ Garden Worn Leaf Lizzie Wilkens Frat Tuckey Hummert Kantes Wong Raby Mra Hoefing

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