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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1928
Page
8
Los Angeles reports Constance Talmadge preparing for a new wardrobe while remaining undecided about future plans. A French setting surrounds the tale of her latest novel and a film project with details about cast, locations, and production progress.
New York October 2 Jack Dempsey plans a turf career expansion. He buys Zest and three yearlings Jenny Hildreth Monlee and negotiates for Mon Lee. He will train these under Iris colors of Canyon stable and ship the string to Ireland when the season ends.
Eagles edged Harlandale in a hard fought high school football showdown at Gurrey Field. Key plays by Wallace Murray and Crackenridge helped Eagle receivers and the defensive line, while Gil Py hte left injured on a twist. Victors rolled to the week’s standout game performance.
Big Jim Jeffries, former heavyweight champion, served as referee and judge as Oklahoma heavyweight Hunt Tate fought Teddy Mant in a ten round bout in Wichita. Mant was praised for poise and defense, with Jeffries noting Mant has much to learn but carries himself well. Mant, a 20 year old, is slated to face the former amateur champ Angus Snyder in Wichita next Monday night.
Hoffman won the steer roping contest and Bacon won the calf roping event in a rodeo. Hoffman's time was 35.6 seconds with Torking second in 1:44 and Smith third in 1:32. Bacon's time in calf roping was 112.5 seconds with Ray Stacon second in 11 seconds and Clade third in 32 minutes. Tex Prichard and others are noted as program participants.
In Tyler a boxing card showcases Kid Pancho defeating Midget Mike Dundee in a six round bout amid chatter on whether Pancho is an impostor. The crowd notes Pancho’s win, while rumors about a double or lookalike circulate after the night’s action at 113th Cavalry fight night.
New York reports Andre Routis set to defend his featherweight crown as he returns to Fribhee for the opening bout of a major boxing card. He faces Honey Boy FinneRiit after a quick stay in the ring in the lead event, aiming to extend his reign.
Wey wins the third flight in the city championship at Brackenridge Park, defeating Wheat 8 and 2. Jimmy Moesinhaut had claimed the championship previously with Jack Smith as runner up in Migat Nonvars.
New York Oct 4 official scorers selected by the basketball writers list Aaron Misskion and Landis among the top scorers. St. Edward's University is noted in this roundup as part of the season build up with teams and players preparing for upcoming games.
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