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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1931
Page
10
The column blends sports chatter and local ads as Burleigh Grimes earns praise for a dominant display while St Louis and Philadelphia fans weigh in. It previews Southwest Conference football with Texas A&M brighter than Texas, and notes ongoing barber league baseball talks in San Antonio.
Christian colleges face Abilene rivals with a strong backfield and standout players like Keres, Holand, and Fulker on a charged stadium night. The Wildcats, led by Medley and Green, aim to upset the favored C C Favoed team as early conference action opens amid a slate of regional games and fresh hopes for a large crowd.
K Learner and Rice end suffered a broken hand in the Ghinkatta game. Kineraer from Peedericksborr reported the injury but expected to play Saturday against the Terns Langhorme of Aus.
Memphis Mississippi minutes report a remarkable feat as a performer nicknamed the human cork bobs up with a record of uninterrupted action. Details are scarce but the event highlights endurance and showmanship.
PAYETTAVILLE Ark With the opening of the Southwest conference football season Arkansas Razorbacks hold a slight edge over the Sinstangs in games won since 1920. The Parkers have not met the Ponies since 1925 and Arkansas has beaten Southern Methodist four times in a row. The Arkansas schedule shows recent wins and losses as the team prepares for the first conference game at home with Tigers in mind. Coach Thomsen leads a strenuous training week focusing on backfield and ends, with emphasis on improving the passing game and new end Kenny Felt joining the squad as potential pass target.
Track fans at Laurel Park contributed to a Maryland racing charity drive. About $18,000 including a $600 daily Ax from the mint was raised to push the total to roughly $55,000. Havre de Grace offered $22,825 and New York added $17,164 bringing the day’s total to $73,254 for unemployment relief.
A hazy account outlines Rice as underdogs against Texas University players with a contested, injury-riddled buildup. The piece notes key performances, coaching comments, and team plans for a showcase game, including lineups, injuries, and anticipated impact on the season.
The Cirrent circuit in Cuehes province reports a slight setback while wagering rises. Details mention planned football league entries and a Tuesday event at Mittian park. Manager Inlan seeks entrants for Hinwana as racing and sports moves unfold with local contact options.
Chicago's Cubs and White Sox clashed in a decisive final game, Cubs captain Grimm delivering a clutch hit in the ninth to even the series at three games apiece. Vic Frazier pitched for the Sox and Guy Bush for the Cubs, with tense moments including Grube's ejection and late scoring aboard.
The Greems commit multiple errors as Schuh and Blanchinyes lead a tense nine inning game. San Antonio’s Treen and Teel drive runs while Buescher and Juercher contribute for the visitors. Stockton and Philadelphia officials oversee the postgame ceremony with directors named.
In a ten round heavyweight bout in Ontario or nearby, Sante of Porcucal and Tom Hechey from New Zealand battled to a draw last night. Heene pressed early but both fighters delivered steady exchanges, with no clear winner after the final bell.
The narrative covers Texas conference football with Simmons and St Edwards in the spotlight as the Cowboys host Saint Edwards in the year’s first championship clash. Abilene fans expect a strong defensive stand and improved offense after last week’s close win.
Pro wrestling card features Dawkins taking on newcomer with Sally Viewkins and Trois Jantssian noted for added weight and tricks in the special event. Promoter Timmons may showcase exponents, Henry Hicks and Sauer in supporting bouts. Chick and Ingeam clash after recent wins. Ward Nichols bout cited with 175-pound limit and forfeit posted.
In Rochester’s little world series race, the Redwings cling to the lead with strong pitching and timely hitting. Manager Hilly Southworth planned to start Carmen III for the fifth game as Rochester seeks to clinch the series.
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