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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1924

Page

12

Senators and Giants Gear for World Series Opener

Washington and New York clubs prepared for the first game of the World Series in Washington DC. Walter Johnson and the Senators outlined their final drills while John McGraw’s Giants panned for a possible southpaw start. Fans scrambled for tickets amid soaring prices and a large turnout anticipated at the opener.

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Cant Remember Says Dolan in Fall Scandal Probe

Dolan insists he cannot recall details as cross questioning by investigators continues in the Cozy Unolan fall scandal inquiry. Reporters press with questions about witness memory and truthfulness amid a tense commission session.

Washington, D.C Tudge Landis Unolan Dolan Cony Cory

Johnson in Luck Weather Cloudy

Washington fans view a cloudy omen for the opening of the world series promising triumph by Walter Johnson the pitching ace. A youth presents meteorological reports to Johnson as he stands before a newspaper office and Johnson grins while receiving the encouragement.

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Sainley Meets Rocco in Welterweight Go

Chicago set October 3 Ten rounds October 10 East Chicago Open Air Arena Matched Patsy Rocco East Chicago welterweight Sainley Vinley from Tonnsville Kentucky to meet in ten round bout Petty in San Saba Tex Deputy State Game Commissioner drew Petty visiting from Australia for department matters Chief Petty member of Ta Walan League of America involved in game preserve movement Frank Walton League entry president LM Hall

Chicago Jimmy Vinley Tonnsville Patsy Rocco East Chicago East Chicago Open Air Arena

Walker seeks more opposition after Barrett victory

New York report outlines Mickey Walker pressing for tougher opponents after defeating Bobbie Barrett in Philadelphia. Manager Joe Degnan aims to build a knockout path toward a proposed bout with Harry Greb, while Frankie Genaro shows readiness for more matches as he eyes a title shot.

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Climax in Football to Create Interest Suggested by Perry

Lawrence Perry argues a Western Conference schedule designed for a November crescendo would boost public interest. He notes key midwestern clashes from October through the dedication of Illinois stadium, predicting the Big Ten title race could be decided before frost.

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City Golf Tourney Without Favorites Shaped by Local Stars

The men’s city golf championship opens without a clear favorite as a dozen players from three local courses are seen as contenders. Notable hopefuls include Brackenridge’s Bit Scott, Lieut Gus 2, Clarence Nordhans, Charley Brannon, Bob Thornton, Major Ewell, Tony Mern, and rising teen Reuben Albaugh from Main Avenue High. San Antonio Country Club also sends a strong group with Yamar Seeligeon, Frank Dewis, Tod Kampmann, Tom Jogan, and others. Entries are slow. Murray Brooks predicts a large field at Brackenridge Park starting Monday after entries are filed.

Bit Scott Brackenridge Dark Gus 2 Clarence Nordhans Charley Brannon Bob Thornton Major Ewell Tony Failygiitoer Reuben Albaugh Main Avenue Miee Lewis Levinson Weel Paty San Antonio Country Club Yamar Seeligeon Eighth Army Tps Frank Dewis Minesi Raven Tod Kampmann Tom Jogan Tout Goggin Travelay Andrews Lat Murray Brooks Trackenridge Park

Harris Near World Series Peak in 1924 Senator Team

Washington star Stan Harris stands at the brink of a World Series clash with John McGraw and the Giants. The article contrasts Harris with McGraw, notes Clark Griffith’s past confidence, and highlights Harris’s leadership, youthful vigor, and impact on the Senators’ path to the championship.

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Football Question Box explains offside and penalties rules

Lawrence Perry answers a 1924 question on offside contact and penalty acceptance. He notes that if the offended team declines a foul, play proceeds as if no foul occurred, with the gain preserved and no whistle to stop the play.

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IFIRPO MAY BE FREED OF FEDERAL CHARGES

Immigration Commissioner Curran recommend deportation proceedings against Jars angel Firpo be dropped after Ellis Island hearing found no proof he brought a woman from Argentina for immoral purposes. Perjury charges in federal court remain pending. Canon William Chase asserts public testimony will reveal whether deportation is warranted.

Ifirpo New York Curran Department of Labor Jars Angel Firpo Ellis Island Boxer Argentina Firpo Bernard F. Sandler Canon William Chase Ellis Inland Canon Chase Yirpo Blanca Lourdes Piesti Harry Wills

Infield duels set up World Series drama among cross rivals

New York October 3 This year's world series bids fair to be a drama of the infields with fielding flashes at third second and first and notable plays by shortstop. Giants and Washingtons appear evenly matched though Giants have edge in fielding range. Judge Kelly and Harris Frisch Eisel and Jackson are discussed as pivotal players. The piece predicts a thrilling, tense series built on infield mastery and timely defense.

John B. Foster San Antonio New York Giants Washingtons Tyro Washington Kelly Fred Tenney Harts Frisch Jé Harris Harris Iriseh Harrison Tunning Eisel Hervis Jackson Peekinpaugh Groh Fluege Lindstrom Bluege Peck Evers Chicago

Kelly Field Hiker Reaches Round Rock in Record Pace

Corporal Andrew J. Hill of the Lighth Squadron at Kelly Field hiked from Austin to Round Rock 18 miles and 103 miles from San Antonio in two hours and thirty five minutes. He aimed for a 200 mile record to Waco and has averaged about eight miles per hour with further progress after leaving Army XM at 3 80 Wednesday morning.

Austin Roundrock San Antonio Andrew J. Hill Kelly Field Waco C. A Corporal Hill

Eagles Travel 6000 Miles For State Amateur Title

The Bags Furni ture Company Eagles, city champions, finish a long season with a total travel distance around 6000 miles across all games. Many players also play for the Southern Pacific team, sharing similar mileage. They depart Friday for Fort Worth to face the Bet y team in a three game series for the state amateur crown.

Furniture Company Brack Fort Worth Eagles Southern Pacific

Pittsburgh Lafayette clash eyed as key early test

By Walter Camp, The San Antonio Licht reports the Pittsburgh Lafayette game at Pittsburgh as the season’s most important early matchup. It assesses Sutherland’s coaching, Lafarette’s chances to rebound, and notes other major intersectional games including Illinois Nebraska, Centre Valparaiso, Chicago Missouri, Harvard Virginia, Yale Carolina, and Princeton Amherst.

Walter Camp San Antonio Licht New York Pittsburgh-LaFayette Pittsburgh Notre Dame Nebraska Dawson Zuynke Jovka Illinois Centre Valpariso Daneville Praying Colonels Chicago Cambridge Yale North Carolina New Haven Princeton

Halthall Reaches Seminal Round In Negley Cup Golf

Halthall defeats Major Tackfind two up at the San Antonio Country Chuk Course and advances to the Negley Cup semi finals where he will meet Tom Logan who beat F. W. Maule four and three. Jamear Seoligsyn meets Nat Goldsmith with the winner facing W. C. Clegg. other results include Wy. Cleg over Som Goggin and Tom Toean over FLOW. The October flight tournament begins Saturday with cups and medals for flight winners and low medal score.

Major Tackfind San Antonio

Orioles Take Lead In Junior Series In Baltimore

The Orioles seize the advantage in the junior series after a ninth inning victory over the Saints. Jake Jacobson’s ninth inning homer turned a near loss into a Baltimore win as Groves faced Markle and Jack Ogden eyed for today’s mound duties.

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CATS AGAIN SOUTHLAND CHAMPS IN 1924 DIXIE SERIES

Memphis notes the 1924 Dixie Series outcome as Fort Worth Panthers repeat as champions after a late eighth inning win over the Chickasaws. The game featured mound duel between Cy Warmoth and Josephus Pate, with Fort Worth taking control to seal the title.

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Dixie Series Box Score Summary

Box score recital shows Memphis 7 Port Worth 9 with numerous errors and base hits. Notable players include Valmer Edington Car Tavener Ta Carizio Prothro Glesson Calvo Lamatte Anferson Calva Bischotl Warmoth Pate Kane Brennan Daly and Lase. Time listed as 2200 with unclear innings and double plays recorded.

Stammary Valmer Edington Carerrors Tavener Ta- Carizio Anferson Prothro Glesson Calvo Lamatte Calva Bischotl Memphis Port Worth Warmath Pate Cohnson Kane Brennan Daly

Four Races Feature On Columbus Track

Four events highlighted the free-for-all trot at the Columbus fall grand circuit meeting. Only four horses entered this $1500 purse event, including Czar Worthy and Cupid's Alxincu. The remaining races were the 2:08 pace with eight starters, the 2:09 trot with 16 starters, and the 2:13 trot with five eligibles. Most horses will ship tonight to Lexington, Kentucky.

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