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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1944

Page

4

Browns edge Browns in tense pennant race showdown

In St Louis Oct 7, 1944 the Browns and Cardinals clash as Jakucki wins on the mound to keep the Browns within two games of a pennant. Brecheen counters for the Cardinals as fans endure cool conditions and a 34,727 turnout during the neighborhood rivalry.

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Spillane Dream Almost Real For Johnny Spillane

Johnny Spillane, star at the Cards training school, chose to play in the larger leagues. He heads to the world series with the Exouras Theaters while recovering from arm surgery. His war story ends with a heroic Tarawa battle where five subplots meet fate. The war effort aids relief funds as 35 000 fans gather, and Spillane visits his parents during a furlough.

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Fight Results From Mexiug City Heavyweights Clash

Boxing results and results notes from Mexiug City reporting on various bouts. Hdan Zurita defends as world lightweight champion with a second round body shot KO, while other fighters including Geferino Garcia and Rodolfo Ramillo win by decision or victory. Crowd near 30,000 supports relief efforts.

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Louisville Opens Series Edge In Opener

Louisville's American Association Colonels edged Mic Tyler’s National League squad to take a 4 0 lead in the series opener. The second contest is set for Saturday night with core players Balti Padgajny Kleline and Lollar highlighted, while Simonds and Weiltara provided late stability.

Louisville American Association Colonels Halfore Orioles Mic Tyler Rohn Balti Louky AAY Oil Salles Padgajny Kleline Lollar Wilson Simonds Tay Weiltara

Fort Bend College women claim San Antonio tourney top honors

Mrs W OC Abbey shot 9a 16 TV Priday at Fort Bam Hoston College tourney in San Antonio. Mrs Pant Stare scored 97 with 102 BA-97 Mills Johenson's 07 earned low gross honors.

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Front Page Sports Section Highlights and Names

A fragmented OCR reads like a front page summary of a baseball season, listing figures such as 44.737, $203,542, $77,286.42, and $14,200.08 from various earnings and attendances. It mentions Banhelie and Nequae as key figures, with references to teams, titles, and a the front page prominence of related coverage.

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Eagles Over Bears In 18-0 Victory At Home

The Eagles defeated the San Jacinto Bears 18 to 0 before 4921 fans. With many regulars sidelined by injuries, Brackenridge’s defense held firm as Eddie Voight Lee Duggan and Carl Davis mounted a late drive before the Eagles pulled away in the final period.

Arthur Sweet San Jacinto Eddie Voight Lee Duggan Carl Davis Houstort Brackenridge Esgies Velley Tve Irs Sweet Tyle Blackwood Glenn Seallon August Erfurth Nera Charles

Boy Genius of Locks Delights Bank Crowd

A three year old named Shields Patt astonished onlookers by removing bandits from a night safe in a bank visit with his father. Neighbors and experts note his unusual knack for disassembling objects.

Shields Patt Shields

Fireworks Tossed in Pro Football Shambles

Fragmented OCR text references fireworks and a pro football game misread as a chaotic scene. Names and teams are garbled, with mentions of Ray Pierson and unidentified players. The piece hints at a disrupted event and chaotic seating or scoring details without clear facts.

Samuels Runs Up Score at Laredo

Samuels stars for Jefferson Mustang s in District 18 AA opener, racing to four touchdowns as Laredo Tigers fall 85-0. Detailed early scoring drives and repeated extra point attempts highlight the blowout at Laredo.

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Indians and Mules Edge Edison in Narrow Win

The Mitlandaie Indians and Mules edged Edison in a tight conference game. Key players include Rote, Godda, Ritchey, and Haplandale, with momentum swung by late drives and a decisive two-score run by Harland. The rugged back-and-forth contest drew 2,500 fans at Havinnedale as both teams fought for leadership in District 25-4.

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Big Footbl Card Shoves Browns Over

New York reports a busy college football slate with top games including Army Navy reshuffles and Georgia style showdowns. Highlighted matchups feature teams such as Air Force Tulane Notre Dame Duke Penn State Navy Texas California and Oklahoma Texas Aggies Brown Army and Ohio State in a packed weekend lineup. Over 20,000 fans expected to attend the Army Navy clash while other contests promise key conference battles and potential upsets as teams chase prestige and bowl positioning.

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College Football results from scattered early games

A jumble of college football scores lists multiple minor matchups with several misspellings and odd place names. Notable items include Drake 25 and Georgia-Adolphus 4, William and Mary 68 over Manchester State 40, and Denver 28 at St. Stovegy 6.

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Engle's Army Stars vs Cubans at Tech Field Opener

Charley Engle's Army All Stars meet the New York Cubans of the Negro National League at Tech Field. Saturday's opener features Hoot Gibson against Barnhill with Notha, Mite, Kay, and Sroth in support for Engle's club and Duffy and Hooper for the Cubans. Second game slated for 3 p.m. Sunday, with a finale Monday.

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Longhorn Ramblers Preview Upset Chances In Texas Clash

Texas Longhorns seek edge against Ramblers with a run heavy setup and fallback on the forward pass. Key players include veteran guards and captains while injuries and lineup gaps test depth. Ramblers counter with speed, experience, and a former professional center in the clash set for kickoff.

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Denver Mountaineers Open Season with 28 18 Victory

Utah Utes grounded in opening night as Denver Rockets to a 28-1 victory. Barner and Katunigh sparked a 100 yard kickoff return and a 48 yard run setting up a one yard score by Hagolatyat. Crowd of 12 550 watched the home opener amid a celebratory atmosphere despite a 49-0 scene earlier in the game.

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Bowlers Meet At Turners Club For Monthly Session

Directors of the Ray Antainor Bowling Association will meet at the Turner club in their monthly session Sunday. President Leroy Selfoste announces the meeting starts at 3:30. All bowlers are welcome to attend as plans and refreshments are discussed.

Ray ‘Antain Bowling Association Turner Club Leroy Selfoste Bevergll Planter Fameilies Apvand Plente Dunches

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