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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1929
Page
21
A historical golf note advises using the putter to escape sand when possible. If the sand is steep or firm or the bank has high grass, the putter may fail and alternatives like a niblick or a mashie are recommended.
New York reports death near for Joe McGinnity famed National League iron man from 19th century era. The 67 year old former pitcher, long in declining health, failed to rally after an August operation to remove a tumor. A second tumor developed and doctors deemed another operation inadvisable.
Oct 22 report notes Barry Britton a former University fullback who played with Red Grange era Chicago pro club has been released. He cites other obligations limiting football time. Mentions several athletes and a wrestling match featuring Charley Transon of Omaha defeating Anilrd Adorea of France in a fourth round body blow sequence.
Richardson Knef suffers a severe injury in a game against Trackenridge Fagles at Kage fold Yorkehire and Teerkehire venues. Captain Dan Richardson tears a ligament and is out. Chel Krieger also sidelined with a shoulder injury. Coaches Ket and Ket announce lineup changes as four officials are named for the contest.
Oct 23 reports a shift in staff as Capt. Lawrence Dittunes retires and Maj Ralph Basse is appointed head coach at the United States Military Academy. The move follows army regulations that affect officer tenure at West Point and involves transfer of responsibilities to Fort Sill officials.
The Pour-Nide basketball League becomes successful leading to a Konr-Sike league. All teams may enter the new league with a Wednesday meeting on Main Plaza of Boofelark. Teams limited to 14 players and age limit set at 19 years. A small entry fee will cover expenses.
In a tone of uncertain sports progress the piece contemplates the dawn of a new era in baseball. It notes the challenge of rebuilding after past failure, the romance of early reforms, and the looming reality that major league success may still be distant for now. It mentions Shaw and a minor league appointment as part of the changing landscape.
Rice Institute coach Jack Meagher praised Texas after the Longhorns’ 24-0 win over Oklahoma. Clyde Littlefield, now at Texas, plans to lean on the running game while noting blockers and fumbles that affected the Sooners in the first part of the week.
Hudkins shows near peak condition ahead of October 20 ten round title bout with Thudkins. Walker hones with heavy bag and shadow boxing while Thudkins trains in Ventura foothills. The Nebraska Wildcat champ aims to sharpen for a measure against Walker, who has a string of decisive wins.
Omaha boxing card announced for Friday features Tenerio vs Tom Grogan after Vicentini withdraws due to illness.Promoter confirms replacement in lightweight bout with local contender Cengan.
The edition details a sprawling bowling night with multiple teams and players. It highlights top scorers such as Duloine and Kaplain Cone, notes a decisive upset by the Celamuus team over Seguin, and includes scores and totals for several matches, along with individual performance lines.
The Wave postpones its Tuesday night banquet to 740 Thursday due to Rev Garriga's absence from the city. The Catholic Community Center notes the delay affects speakers and attendance.
In San Francisco Ort Fields, welterweight champion, edged Goula Jones of Akron in a ten round match. Jones opened strong with rapid rights, but Fields rallied late, delivering a burst in rounds eight to ten. The fast-finishing champ maintained poise and was declared the winner by the referee.
Liberty Gassers plan a two day workout at Lambert bench on Thursday and Friday starting at a Gelock to reach peak form for the Winter league final. The Bears are favored but Gassers manager Bradley Vern not expects pitchers to be ready and may upset.
Harlingen and McAllen lead the Valley race as Harmneen and Mr Allen squads top the field. The Me Allen Bulldogs remain undefeated after five games, having not allowed a score, with five Friday games on the schedule at McAllen Mission Tun Feria Raymondville Mercedes San Benito Donna and Pharr San Juan.
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