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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1916

Page

9

Players' Share of Receipts Sets World Series Record

Baseball statisticians announced the players’ share of receipts for the current World Series at 162 927 dollars, the largest ever distribution among two clubs. If Boston wins, each of its 26 players gets 3332.94 dollars and Brooklyn’s 24 players receive 4078.10 dollars. If Brooklyn wins, Brooklyn players receive 4078.10 dollars each, a new individual record.

New York Boston Brooklyns Brooklyn

Lone Star and Ivy Crockett Rifle Clubs Set Inter-Club Match

The Lone Star Rifle Club and Ivy Crockett Rifle Club will meet next Tuesday night October 17 for an inter-club match at the farmer's range. Each club will field one of their top shooters with ten shots per shooter for a total of one hundred shots per side. The Lone Star club will open the range nightly through Tuesday for both teams preparations.

Lone Star Rifle Club Ivy Crockett Rifle Club Davy Crockett Rifle Club Lone Stars Usef Lone Star Cub

A World Series Preview and Local Football Prospect

The column previews Boston leading the World Series against Brooklyn with Boston favored to seal the title at home as pitchers rotate and secrecy grows over selections. It also notes a big Texas University versus Oklahoma Aggies football clash in San Antonio expected to draw large crowds despite poor weather.

Texas University Oklahoma “Aggies San Antonio Austin Longhorns Oklahoma

Hunters Warned On Migratory Bird Season Rules

The warden George C. Shupee warns hunters to follow the federal migratory bird law as the open season begins October 16 at sunrise. A synopsis lists protected species and dates including waterfowl through January 31 and various shore birds with periods ending in late 1918.

George C. Shupee Shupee

Rivalry Set to Draw Big Friday Night Crowd

Fans are urged to turn out in large numbers as Friday's game promises skill and courage from both sides. The rivals have honed the finer points of play, making this contest a test of grit and execution.

St Anthony’s Eleven Defeats St Mary’s 19 to 0

The St Anthony football eleven defeated St Mary’s star squad 19 to 0 at West End. Cozad quarterback starred with strong passing and blocking as the team looks tough this season. Trick plays failed while straight football produced the points.

St. Anthony St. Mary's West End St. Anthony College Cozad

Grand Opera House Secures Texas Rights for Baseball Board

Assistant Manager Jack Burke says the Electric Wonder Baseball Player Board will reproduce World Series games at the Grand and is to be placed in at least ten Texas cities for next series.

Jack Burke Grand Opera House Texas the Grand Burke

Gaffney Offers to Buy Brooklyn Club After Ebbetts Hint

James F. Gaffney, former owner of the Boston Nationals, said he would buy the Brooklyn club if Charles H Ebbetts names a reasonable price. He spoke with Ebbetts before the world series games, as Ebbetts indicated willingness to sell.

New York James FE. Gaffney Boston Nationals Brooklyn Charles H. Ebbetts Ebbetts

Strike Ends in Muskogee After Weeklong Walkout

A contract signed by R. D. Long of the Muskogee Electric Traction Company and the president of the local Amalgamated Association unit ends a weeklong strike. The pact recognizes the union and reinstates striking workers, with nearly all returning to work.

Muskogee Okla R. D. Long Muskogee Electric Traction Company Amalgamated Association of Street and Electric Railway Employes of America

Three Year Old Dies After Steam Inhalation

In Chicago on October 12 a three year old boy named Gerald Keelin placed his mouth on a teapot spout and inhaled steam. He suffered severe throat and lung burns and died.

Chicago Gerald Keelin

Billiard Surprises Stir Fans as 3 Cushion Title Hots Up

The billiard world awaits a St Louis clash between George Sutton and Willie Hoppe as surprises mark the season. Frank Taberski of Schenectady dominates three cushion play with wins over Layton Kling and Allen and prepares to defend the title against Ralph Greenleaf. Charlie McCourt loses to Hugh Heal for the world crown in Pittsburgh while George Moore and De Oro loom as possible challengers.

George Sutton Willie Hoppe St. Louis Sutton Chicago Hoppe Sir William Moulan Hall Mound City Frank Taberski Schenectady N. Y Jack Layton Sedalia Layton Bailiwick Pole Taborski Frank Kansas City Jim Maturo Johnny Kling Benny Allen Barney Harvey Maturo Kling Allen Taberski Allo Ralph Greenleaf Boy Wonder Monmouth Ill Hugh Heal Charlie McCourt Pittsburgh McCourt Heal Hugh Charlie George Moore Moore Great de Oro Buckeye Bellevue Toledo Charlie’ Ellis Henry Solomon Seattle Heal and McCourt Ellis Solomon Robert L. Cannefax Missouri Phantom Maupome Bensinger de Oro Kieckhofer

Michigan Football Dominates Carroll 64 to 0

The University of Michigan crushed Carroll 64 to 0 in a decisive football game. Michigan offense surged with multiple scoring drives while the defense shut down Carroll throughout.

University of Michigan Carroll

Southern rifle matches conclude today in Jacksonville

Matches for the southern team championship remain to be shot in Jacksonville Florida as the Southern Rifle Association program continues on the rifle range. Tomorrow the NRA events begin with teams from nearly every state expected to participate. The southern individual championship went to First Sergeant Thomas IL Starnes Troop L Second Squadron Cavalry Georgia.

Jacksonville Fla Southern Rifle Association National Rifle Association Thomas IL Starnes Cavalry Georgia

National Guard marksman in 272 of 300 in high winds

The National Guard shooter recorded a 272 score out of 300 under yesterday's strong winds, demonstrating steadiness amid harsh conditions. The event highlighted the unit's marksmanship discipline and adaptability despite environmental challenges.

National Guard

Three Arrested in Car Robbery Ring Tied to Apache Leader

In Cleveland three suspects were turned over to federal authorities on charges of violating the interstate commerce act. They are believed to be part of an organized band operating between Cleveland, Chicago and St. Louis for three years. Search continues for the gang leader said to have ties with the Apaches of Paris.

Cleveland Ohio Chicago St. Louis Paris

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