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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1913
Page
8
Notre Dame and Texas A meeting at Clark Field with both teams undefeated. Odds have shifted to even money as preparations intensify. Weather and field conditions favor the Irish on dry turf. a rain delay could alter the edge. Coach Allerdyce and Harper leaders drilled their squads and faced stomach troubles among players. New Zealand All Blacks routed Vancouver 44 to 0.
The San Antonio Country Club golf committee postponed the annual Thanksgiving Day flag tournament due to unfavorable weather. The event, last on the schedule, will be rescheduled and perhaps serve as the opening feature of a revised list. The club will issue a new lineup once conditions improve.
In San Marcos on November 26 the Junior team defeated the Freshmen 8 to 0 amid heavy field conditions. Standout players Bachle Shelton Kiel starred on offense and defense as the Juniors promise a stronger squad next season. Officials were Referee Smith Umpire Coxen Head Linesman Devinney.
Rumors in New York on November 26 persist of a deal sending Nap Rucker the star left hander from Brooklyn to the Giants for Charley Herzog and Rube Marquard. McGraw has long sought to acquire Rucker, though club officials did not confirm the report.
WEST POINT Nov 26 It was announced that every ticket of the Army allotment for the Navy game in New York Saturday is gone. Coach Dan I Sultan Army football representative said there is hope for former Army players who won their "A" in football to see the game and those who apply at the Hotel Astor in New York on or after November 28 will be provided with sidelines privileges.
Sir Thomas Lipton and companions witnessed the keel casting at Charles F Nichols Sons yard in Goshort England. The leaden keel of the Shamrock IV weighs eighty tons and marks a key step in preparing the challenger for the America's Cup.
The American League published pitching averages for 1913 last night under President B. B. Johnson. Rankings are by earned runs charged to pitchers, with runs from hits, sacrifices, walks, hit batsmen, stolen bases, wild pitches, or balks counted. Errors or passed balls do not count against the pitcher, and runs after an error are omitted.
The Maverick Clarke Company tenpin team defeated the San Antonio Machine & Supply five to move into a tie for sixth with Sams’ boys as each side has won half their games. Quinn of the Bookbinders posted a 690 series with a 267 high game, while Pinkus of the Federal squad logged 266. Captain Seng also starred for the Mavericks with a 223 and a strong series, Hahn led the losers with 203 and 169, Reeder hit 201, and Rob Shafer returned for Sams.
Actor Robert Edeson, famed for Fine Feathers and Strongheart, enjoyed golf at Kempton in Brighton where he unknowingly struck the Prince of Wales. The royal casualty was minor, and Edeson later learned the identity of his brief, famous splendor on stage.
Cincinnati officials announced Joe Tinker would not return as manager for 1914 citing inability to reach terms. Tinker said he was surprised by the decision and would not play for Cincinnati, expecting a future trade. Also brief notices about customs seizure in San Antonio and Hedwig Stayne’s 120th birthday in Russia.
The Winter League presents a double header at Krisch's Park tomorrow with Mills Stars vs Meiers Pharmacy at 2 15 and Kaufmans vs Pruitts in the second seven inning contest. A large crowd is expected as the league enjoys phenomenal success this season.
The Phillip and Gloeckner teams split a double header at Turner hall in the first clash of the second series. Phillip led 308 in the opener while Gloeckner had 259. in the second game Gloeckner won 271 to 237 as Phillip faltered. Key players Zizelmann Menger McAllister Gerlach Gloeckner Pfeiffer performed well.
Navy coaches confirm the lineup for the Army Cadets game in New York next Saturday. Failing will start at right halfback replacing Ard, Ingram wins the left end job over Overesch, and the backfield features McReavy and Harrison, creating the heaviest Navy back field in academy history at 180 to 190 pounds.
West Point reports more hurry ups as Yost’s new football strategy is practiced for the Army vs Navy clash. Daly gains extra coaches to shape the eleven with Huston at left guard Benedict in the backfield and an average line weight near 185 pounds. The cadets rely on passing to counter the lighter Navy squad. Meanwhile farm wages show English workers earning low weekly sums with horsemen at 5.27 dollars and laborers at 4.97.
The San Antonio High School team faces West Texas Military Academy tomorrow afternoon at Electric Park at 8 30. Both squads show strength and experience as coaches Sheldon and Pfeiffer lead their charges into a fiercely contested season finale with local pride on the line.
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