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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1924

Page

8

McGraw Plans 1925 Giants Pennant Bid After Tour

manager John McGraw expects a stronger New York Giants in 1925 after a European trip with the White Sox. He notes rookies Lindstrom Terry and Wilson in 1924 will be joined by pitchers Dean Mann Baldwin to bolster the hurling corps. Giants beat White Sox 16 8 in Quebec exhibition. teams to meet again before sailing.

New York Tehn Graw New York Giants Giants White Sox Quebec Torrow Mount Royal Liverpool Cherbourg McGraw Lindstrom Terry Wilson Dean Mann Baldwin Get Chicago White Sox Robertson Scott Huntzinger Europe

Cornell Faces Rutgers After Long Winning Streak Gap

Cornell prepares for a crucial clash with Rutgers after a four year undefeated run. Coach Dobie drills the team to correct ball handling and backfield errors while George Foster Sanford returns to assist Mead at Ithaca. The matchup follows prior wins over Penn and Dartmouth as the Big Red seek to maintain momentum.

New York Oet Corell Big Red W Sgalgst Ratgers Williams Rutgers Cornell George Foster Sanford Tan New Jersey Mead Jack Walloe Ithaca Dobie Justin Williams R. Dartmouth Pennsy Dobuig Obser Vietor Opision Colgate Dartmouth Columbia Pennsylvania Kawer Pann

Sullivan Defends 136-Pound Title Against Ballerina

New York reports Kid Sullivan of Brooklyn defends his 136-pound crown in a 15 round title fight. He faces Mike Ballerina who previously beat him in a 12 round bout before Sullivan captured the championship.

Kid Sullivan New York Steve Kid) Sullivan Brooklyn Johny Dundee Mike Ballerina Sullivan

Paddy Mullins Passes Up Murphy Prospect for Kid Murphy

In 1921 Paddy Mullins declines a potential match with Kid Murphy to back Tomas Kid Murphy, a new flatweight prizefighter. The elder Murphy, blind at times, approves engagements arranged by promoter Rickard, planning Kid Murphy’s Madison Square Garden debut as a rising talent in boxing.

San Antonis New York Paddy Mullins Harre Wills Mike O'Dowd Mike Sad Kid Murphy Mullins Trenton Paddy Tomas Kid Emilee Ias Marjer Vex Rickard Seldamy Loy Madison Square Garden Tommy Kid Nai

Baylor Bears Outplayed by Oklahoma Team at State Fair

Baylor was completely outclassed as Oklahoma Central Soldiers College defeated the Texans 13 to go at the Texas state fair. Central scored first on a punt return and two passes. Pittman tied not, and Williamson kicked a late goal after a series of plays, with Kent and Van Noy also contributing to scoring in the final period.

Dallas Tex Baylor Bears Central Soldiers College Texans Bears Coffee Strick Land Pittman Baylor Kent Siintd Twoards Williamson Kent van Noy J. Willaamson

Ball Kickoff Rule Sparks Debate From Walter Camp

Walter Camp, famed football authority, states a kicker may hold the ball for a kickoff and be offside while held on the ground. The Texas Athletic Association and a Rio Grande Valley high school coach clash over whether the ball can be held for a kickoff, with differing interpretations.

Walter Camp Texas Athletic Citiétais “Association Rio Grande Valley Waller Camp National Rates Commitite

Longhorns Center Pfankuche Out With Shoulder Injury

University of Texas Longhorns center Pfankuche will miss the Dexa MM game Saturday due to a chipped shoulder bone. The injury, sustained in the May Wayne contest, was confirmed by an official statement. His absence leaves the lineup short handed as he has been a standout in the early season.

Pfankuche Texas Austin Honey Ftamukuthe Syntania University of Tose Longhorns Keely Lexus

Roush Trade Rumors Stir Talk of Reds 1925 Nucleus

In New York and Cincinnati chatter, positions pivot on whether Edd Roush will be traded or kept. Reports cite phrases about possible exchanges for Kean Meu sel and other Giants players, while Reds officials insist Roush, Critz, VeNmli and Dress will not be moved.

Cuscinnati Olin Lochley Teisidous Augie’ Lorrain Shinata Nationals Roush Miods New York Nationals Dtnass Ferns Kean Meusel Nelly Sng Wlaye Tain Critz Vmeili Dress Reds Kelly Terry New York

Aurora Admitted To Grand Circuit For 1923 Season

Aurora will join the Grand Circuit for the 1923 season with a two week meeting after Kalamazoo races. A 350000 pacing race, the richest harness event ever, is planned with a 15000 trot event. Application filed by E. F. Baker of St Charles AL for the date on the new 1 000 000 track at Aurora.

Get America FE. 1 Baker St. Charles Aurom

Howard Payne Yellow Jackets Prepare For Southwestern Pirates

Howard Payne coach Amis refines the aerial attack as the Yellow Jackets gear up to face the Southwestern University Pirates in Brownwood. Last week the Jackets held Texas to a 7 n score and used 19 players in the Longhorn game with 9 freshmen contributing. The Pirates, ranked just below Howard Payne last year, are expected stronger this season with bigger line and enhanced speed.

Brownwood Howard Payne Yellow Jackets University of Texas Longhorns John Warleton Southwestern T. A Howard Pirates Yellow Jackets

Ninth Infantry Dominates Twelfth Field Artillery 36 to 0

The Ninth Infantry football team at Fort Sam Houston defeated the Twelfth Field Artillery 36 to 0, the heaviest score of the season. Officers played for the Ninth against the artillery despite a ban, leading to a midgame dispute before play continued. Clark starred with long runs, accurate passes, and pivotal interceptions, while Middleton and Nelson contributed on offense and defense.

Ninth Infantry Fort Sam Houston Twelfth Field Artillery Camp Stadium Twelfth Artillery Preston Brown Clark Cleveland Nelson Infantry Brown Middleton Swanson Midleton Mimor Ston Shelton van Zaghi Soughthard van Zaght Marc Washington Trojans Bengineers Stadim Adth Artillery Rogers Sheltor Es Beiler McRinner Smitt Johnson McDonough Aires Willliams Clark Ceeeeee Pearer

St Paul to Meet Coast League Title Winners This Week

The St Paul Saints, American Association champions and junior world string holders, plan an exhibition with the Ave Morns in St Paul Thursday. If Seattle leads the Coast pennant race, the Saints depart for Seattle Thursday night. LA or San Francisco leaders would delay and host the House of David here Sunday. Exact nine game Bliss AA series dates await coast results.

Saints Los Angeles San Francisco House of David

Change in Stance Affects Golf Distance and Accuracy

The article explains two stances for golf shots: an open stance for shorter iron shots and a square stance for longer clubs. It notes the open stance favors accuracy by a shorter swing, while the square stance aims for greater distance with long irons. It advises practice to make these stances automatic on uneven ground and warns against overthinking technique before each shot.

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Cubs Run to Victory in San Pedro Football Feature

Lyons sprinted 60 yards for a second quarter touchdown and Gonzales added a 35 yard run in the third as the San Pedro Cubs beat the Panthers 1 to 0 at San Pedro Park on Tuesday afternoon. Nelson kicked the extra point. Harry Farley and his brother were noted for their work with Tagram and Pollard standout for the Panthers.

Lyons Gonzales San Tedro Cubs Panthers San Pedro Park Nelson Harry Farley John Tagram Pollard

Bowling League Fight Shifts Tides at Grand Alleva

The San Antonio Music Company defeats Public Service Company two games to one in a Commercial Handicap match on the Grand Alleva. Reinerz led the music firm with a 211 500 series while Emil Zuercher topped the losers with 202 527.

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DeMolay Tennis Finals Slated For Sunday Morning

Finals of the DeMolay tennis tournament among that order will be held Sunday morning on the San Pedro Smerts per current schedule. Recent results include Mahaffey defeating Wotn, Kinnon from DeSalme over McDaniel, and Hartman beating Lovelace with scores 6-0 6-1.

San Pedro Smirts Fouk Mahaffey Wotn D. Kinnon DeSalme McDaniel Eowned Elledge Hartman Brat Lovelace

Ohio State_Holds Hawkeyes To Scoreless Tie In 1923 Preview

Columbus reports describe Ohio State’s scoreless tie with Iowa last Saturday and the team’s improved form. The Buckeyes, led by captain Young, face a tougher schedule with Chicago and Michigan looming as top Western Conference contenders. Coach Wilce emphasizes a heavier backfield, tactical leadership from Cameron, and a strengthened freshman program to build a lasting football system.

Lawrence Perry Conysight San Artosio Columbus Ohio Ohio State University of Iowa Iowa City Ohio Stadium Buckeyes Young Dr. Wilee Chicago Winds Michigan Tineman Jack Real Mamed Aaron Dr. Wiler Olio Scruh

Stallion Prince Palatine Dies In Kentucky Fire

Prince Palatine a quarter million dollar stallion burned to death at Nulapa Farm Bourbon County last night. The blaze struck Lexington area farms as authorities investigated the cause and noted the high value of the horse.

Lexington Prince Palatine E. 1 Simms Nulapa Farm Bourbon County

HUDDLE SIGNALS MAY FACE FOOTBALL RULES PANEL

The huddle signaling system meets disfavor among citizens, newspapermen and spectators. Walter Camp reportedly opposes the innovation, which slows the game and complicates offside judgments for officials. Pittsburg Teachers College defeats Northeastern Teachers' College 20 to 0 with three touchdowns by Berry Seeher and Barnett.

New York Ofcitis Football Rules Committee Walter Camp

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