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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1928

Page

7

Sooty Boxing: Stribling Jr Dominates in Countrywide Voter of Heavyweights

An odd political metaphor fills a boxing piece as William L Stribling Jr. is praised for ring prowess and strategy. The author comically links his performance to a nationwide straw poll showing heavyweights like Jack Dempsey and James J. Jeffries with shifting support, noting Stribling's exceptional defense and punch.

Jack Dempsey Mr. James Toseph Tonnes Cerrillo William L. Stribling Jr Firargia Fmmc Rams Tral William Ta Stribling Jr Seaman Grant Ponl William Le.Stichting Jr Seni Hak Moce Pratusels

Major League bench managers shift in 1920s game

The piece notes Rogers Hornsby to the Cubs and discusses the trend toward offfield generals, with Ben Harris and Roger Peckinpaugh in focus. It recalls earlier eras when players like Cobb and Sisler managed, and suggests many clubs now favor managers who direct from the bench rather than active players on the field.

Alan J. Gould York Rogers Hornsby Chicago Cubs Wajor Leuguc Gren Rostow ROT Manoreta George Sisler Eddie Collion Burky Harda Tris Shaker Ty Cobb May Schalk Dave Gancroft Hornsby Speaker Anid Harris Ho “Maguires Harris Bucky Yaersls Washington Detroit Gehring Clarris Capitol Walter Johnson Uris Carnaby Warris Hugpina Muck Howley Wornsus Braves McKochnie McCarthy Bush Holrick

Yankees Miss S A in Spring Exhibition Plans

San Antonio hosts Yankees and Giants in spring training venues with potential exhibitions against Pirates Dustaburgh and other teams. San Antonio officials, led by Sam Conner, confirm arrangements for workouts and a possible 1926 manager report remains unsubstantiated.

San Antoniana Ywliw New York Yankees San Antonio Yanks Sam Conner New York Giants Conner Registar Johnny 'Putin Uhrforsner St. Louis Bostov

Seven Injured in N Y Rodeo Event

A rodeo in Yok yesterday left seven riders injured after a steer weighted around a fall. Madison Sante Gareten and Layton Ghanple of Phoenix sustained internal injuries when the animal struck their head during a rough landing. Johnny Do Armen of Sayer Oklahoma broke a leg and wrist after colliding with a wall. Mire Wornie McCnerall of Tinta Iowa suffered facial injuries from a horn swing. Other contestants reported minor injuries.

Gir Cowborg Wii Ono Pa Rodiant Madison Sante Gareten Layton Ghanple Phoenis Ariz Wis Champers Groun Jonny-Do Armen Sayer Oklay Mire Vwornie McCnerall Tinta Iowa Tha Odbers

Boxing commission rift prompts Texas doubts on oversight

A fragmentary analysis argues the National Boxing Commission is split over governance, warning that without proper oversight the sport harms fighters, promoters, and the public. It ponders whether Texas should host a state body to regulate rings, contracts, and gate-related suspensions amid ongoing disputes and misfires.

Texas Altches John K

Floresville Races Popular Opening Day at Wilson County Fair

Floresville Texas October opening day of the Wilson County fair featured a lively racing program with favorites winning most events. Disqualifications affected several results as Midnight, initially first in the half-mile, was later bumped to a non-place. Five races are planned for Friday with five more on Saturday and one on Sunday. Wednesday results include Tyee Pushy winning the mile free for all, Glady McKee second, and Tracey MM winning the two-year-old dash. other showings include Danger Boy and Winnie Mar in sprint races.

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Bobcats Tackle Eagles at Denton in Texas grid clash

San Marcos Bobcats meet the Denton Eagles Friday afternoon in Denton to renew their UAL schedule. The Bobcats edged Waco by a large margin while Denton hopes to answer with improved tackling and passing from key receivers. The game features a cautious forecast with familiar players returning from injuries and a close contest anticipated.

HAN Marcos San Marcos Bobcata Denton Eaglen Denton Wacogloehes Eagles Ateahas Seudilin bin Pion Ani Robents Trinity Tigers Morton Aunt Clark

Final Polo Final Friday At Kelly Field

The Air Corps Training Center team defends the San Antonio Light trophy against the Highth Corps Area headquarters squad in the final polo match at Kelly Field Friday afternoon. The game, postponed from Oct 16 due to military maneuvers, features Lt Black and Capt Hetlinger among others in a bid for the trophy.

Air Corps Training Center San Antonio Highth Corps O'Wieck Kelly Field Lanneuvers Yue Air Corps Hesulwarters Ligut Beverly Black George Nefa Weckmoy Hetlnger Cullins Connell Coulter

Rattlers Travel to Brownwood for Gridiron Classic

The St Marys Rattlers head to Brownwood for a high profile game against the Yellowjackets of Holy Alma. Coaches and players like James Thondritk, Tonex Inyin, and captains such as Dacine Butters and Nelson lead a strong unit as they face a stout Yellowjacket defense in a expected clash at 7 o clock.

St Maes's University Rattlers San Antonio Tiventy-seven Raftlers James Thondritk Wil Larlow Tonex" Inyin Hay Xunman Wublivity Ligingers UL Otte Carkwright Wuniness Will Moore Athilont Jor Sattlers Rarl Bushy Slong Anlyine Sirteca George Nesreta Otho Askey Dooghy Adams Nelson Dacine Butters Ste Avrich Malone Westloke Dikea Hlurake Pushy Kigdow Dawno Manus Misinger Adams Nison Weisiger Gililawedl Bergminn Marcus Lawrences Relies

Hagen Owes Wife Estranged, $1056 Judgment

White Plains reports Walter Fagen’s estranged wife secured a judgment for $1035 with court records showing a separation agreed November 17, 1927. The order notes $8900 yearly income and drafts for two months not honored, plus interest, as the case reflects on marital obligations and related financial arrears.

White Plains N. x Walter Fagen

Bowling Scores and Matches From Local Leagues

A noisy bowling roundup covers Roumericain Wanticad and the Praase Drugators, with the Guarantee Slice company edging two games ahead. Shoemen led with 224 pins, while Vandereleni and Eybern posted strong marks. Temple and Schriever also contributed. Details list individual scores for Guarmntec Shor Co, Mhitling Co, and Fomby CinWine Cn reflecting a lively Thursday.

Praase Guarantee Slice Company Gotha Tina Drogmen Sok Alet McClannahnn Shoenza Vanderieniic Eyhern Ioners Temple Schriever Tim Rhodius de Prassel Eithen Guarmmntec Shor Co Vanarewalk Weeaes Maniseap Amoles Smeanister Henrer Co Corrizal

Old grads flying to grid games now

Chicago headlines reveal Old Brads announcing chartered football special planes to transport fans to upcoming gridiron events. The National Air Transport notes efforts to move alumni to multiple venues, signaling expanded travel for college football supporters.

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Fight results headline with mixed names and locations

Boxing card results list multiple fighters including Hoffman Istubeck Bettman Middang Meiermin Jnntaiweight and Cammas with no clear outcomes or full details. The text is garbled with scattered city names Cincinnati Detroit Dallas Houston and mentions suspensions for Ala Dan Weeks Beasfield and Pay Deal.

George Hoffman New Uted Jack Istubeck Tole Cincinnati Ovin—Davey Cleveland Chuck Bettman Taleito Luck Meiermin Tusburgh Detroit Doltes Honard Carr Touston Joe eCammas Dallas Aladama Wasgalogsa Ala Dan Nevis Beasfield

Steve O'Neill to Manage Toronto Team in 1920

Toronto announces Steve ONeill, a catcher and former St Louis American League player, will manage the Toronto International League baseball club in 1920. The Vine President Dinn confirms the appointment and notes ONeill will also be a first string catcher for the local team.

Toronto Steve O'Neill Caloter Geriona Vine Dinn O'Neil St. Louis

Twenty Cents That Does the Work

A concise notice describes twenty cent work units, highlighting mild mellow delight and efficiency. It emphasizes value and practicality, framing the item as a small, reliable choice for daily tasks. The piece underlines affordable, steady performance.

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