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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1941

Page

6

Jacobs Cooke Duel In Net Spotlight At Forest Hills

Veteran Helen Jacobs of California and Mrs Sarah Palfrey Cooks of New York set to meet in the national tennis championships at Forest Hills. The match highlights a clash between two seasoned rivals as Jacobs, 33, seeks another title while Betz and Osborne also vie in other semifinals.

Gayle Talbot New York Forest Hills California Helen Jacobs Sarah Palfrey Cooks Helen Helen Wills Helen II Felom Conke Belen Pauline Betz Vos Angeles Mss Betz Margaret Osborne Francisca Anen Bobby Alger Ted Schroder Grendele Calif Riggs Ron Rouneing Hie Fey Tog Behrosder Saueser Douoie Scuroedem Keats Grant Bryan Grant Jr Alwia Mike Higgs Gein Metso Bran Kovacs McNeill Ani Bis Wayte Galtie Sishin Inderd Haynes Ke Linger

Woodward's Two Aces Lead In Edgewater Handicap

New York September racing scene centers on Aqueduct where Woodward's duo Foxbrough and Feneton face 126 and 121 weights in the mile and an eighth Edgewater Handicap. The field includes Vict or Bayuels and Parasang among many others with odds listing Woodward entries favored to one two.

New York Williams Woodward Feneton Foxbrough Ualesardiner Aqueduct Poxbrough Fendon Ashers G. LD. Widener Anytime A. D. Paliereans Ben Shaba Ard Wachlword Agace A. P. Sherman Hope Wolf

Toledo Seeks Fourth Playoff Spot In Tight Race

Toledo battles to secure the fourth playoff berth as key results unfold. The Mud Hens chase wins against Milwaukee and Indianapolis while Kansas City and Minneapolis slip in the standings amid a flurry of late-season action.

Toledo Lewisville Kansas Minneapolis Mudhens Milwaukee Brew

SIAA to Plug Up Draft Losses With Freshmen

The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association votes to allow member colleges in nine states to use four freshmen in varsity play this fall due to widespread draft inductions into the armed forces. Schools may also expand rosters by more than 28 upper-class players if needed to maintain competition.

SIAA Birmingham Ala Ance US Strath Colleges Schonls

SMLU Puts Off Its Gym Plans

Dallas reports SMU will delay building a 150410 gymnasium after the executive committee rejected all bids as too high. Contractors abstained citing high costs and resubmission plans, with bids to be readvertised within six months or up to three years if favorable. The San Antonio Country Club hosts junior golf conceived Friday.

Dallas Southern Methodist Notyerstly Seeligson Wen Tom Bowell Jr Weal George Jampmann Prates Seelgson Atk Locke Fay San Antonio Schnetter-Tomlin Cole Styls Earl Schielter Provo Utah Jit Tomlin Grand Junction Rocky Mountain Grand Surchion Bitty Korna East Lake City Harry Swinks Military School Harry Band Ducks

Field Trials Pinbson Wins Dominion Championship

Field Trials report Pinbson Mai, a white-sand flyer printer owned by Col. B. G. Goss of Cleveland, captured the Dominion Field Trial championship on Friday. Runner-up was Palmwood Traveller, a 9 pointer owned by U. M. Plessnman of New York. Judges were Boyd MacMahar and AL Carver. Running of the ill American trials will start Monday.

Lexington Proclaims Day for Man o War

Lexington officials declare a Man O War Day to honor the famous horse. The event references a national magazine article and notes the horse’s impact, with quotes from local officials about the celebration and its planned activities.

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GALVESTON NINE OPENS SERIES WITH FL IERS

In a South Texas taschal championship opener at Randolph Field Randolph Ramblers host the Galveston Drg Dockers in a single game lead to a best of three. The field features former St Marys athletes Giagton Holcombe and Woody Roy on the Galveston roster with Haborshe managing and Roy at right field. The Dockers list Pay foe Ragone Choate Devine Gault Kirschner Warden and others as the core lineup for the weekend series.

South Texas Snme al Crostwaite Forrest Evans Lefty Jacobs Randolph St. Mary's University San Antoniani Giagton Holcombe Woody Roy Galveston Haborshe Roy Feild Drg Jack Payfoe Harry Ragone Aid Pdantel Choate Tevin Viecoff Walter Bland Paul Devine Seibert Gault George Kirschner Harold Warden Mer Miller S. Bertilino Fred Bates Victory Labay

Tulsa Sailor Snipe Winner in Triumphant Comeback

Fort Worth reports Tulsa oil engineer J. T. Hayward won the Snipe class International Racing title despite a start foul. Skipper Dowd’s boat rammed Hayward’s hull, causing repairs, as Hayward and his crew clinched victory amid windy conditions. Darby Metcalf finished sixth in the junior division.

Fort Worth J.T. Hayward Tulsa Oil Company California International Racing Association Tall Petroleum Tulsa Tulsa Hull Was Ratified’ By ‘Poate BM Dowd West Long Teland Sound Heyward Bathun Patel Hayward Lancastershire England Ton Sopisich Darby Metcalf Los Aneles Steve Bechtel Bechtel Wietaker Caliifornians

National pistol matches shift toward deciding stage

In Camp Ferry Sept 4 the national matches continue with eight of twelve pistol race events completed. Detroit officer Harry Reeven leads the all around with 1619 of 2709 points, ahead of Garfiled Huddleston of Kansas City. Jacob Baghrechi, A Brown of Tampa, and Al Hemming rely close behind as the Pope trophy and small bore events proceed.

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Thompson in Kayo Victory Over Beech in San Diego

Turkey champion Thompson dominated the bout with powerful left hooks, stopping Vigor Beech in the third round at a one round scheduled match in San Diego California. Beech showed resistance by scoring in the first round but failed to answer in subsequent rounds. Referee Jack McDonald raised Thompson's arm at 2 55 of the third, marking a decisive knockout.

San Diego Calif Turkey Campion Calfornia Vigor Beech Tein Beech Nhampeon Jack MeDonald

Big Spring Bombermen Take West Texas Playoff Lead

In Sept playoff action at West Texas New Mexico league, Big Spring defeated Clovis 4-2 to seize a 2‑game edge. Lunt Pizht Lefo re opened with a home run as Bomber left fielder J. L. Haney also homered, driving Big Spring to a pivotal win over Clovis and setting up a series winner‑take‑all.

West TEXAS-NEW_ MEXICO Asarcllo Amerikn Colt Sox Gulf Sox J. L Haney Felder Sealer Big Spring Miano Aiatiia Sehinlee Ani Haelkli Decrooatid Brenek Bridwell Clovia Burger Wie Marat Lee Bucrer Monea Todrlaness Bridweil Weart Bond Schuniett

Tipoff on What to Expect in Rose Bowl Tournament

Pasadena notes the Tournament of Roses rules allowing free substitution by players. The evolving lineups spark questions about game length and pacing as frequent changes could add about a quarter hour to the contest.

Pasadena Calif

Maley and Gonzales Lead SMU Football Outlook

SMU counts on Maley and Gonzales as key players in a cautious season preview. Coach Bell praises Maley as a top back and potential star of SMU history, while Gonzales is noted for passing and defensive shifts. The piece sketches team depth, coaching plans, and a tough Southwest Conference schedule with Howell and Clement shaping the sophomores and returning lettermen pushing for starting roles.

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Dodson Talks Golf With 133 Stroke Chaser

Dodson, a flamboyant Missouri golfer, stands at 133 for three holes in Chicago event with $11,000 total prize and $2,000 top payoff. He is famed for betting and blithe humor, citing past wins on one leg and bold wagers that fueled his colorful image in the pro-am circuit.

Chicago Sro Leahard Dodson

Majors Say No To Minors

In Cincinnati on September 6, major leagues rejected a plan by minor league executives to grant each minor league a vote in selecting a future commissioner. The proposal, backed by George W. Trautman and Trammel Scott, sought a combined minor vote equal to one third of the 16 votes. Major leagues kept the current system with 16 votes total, and rule clarifications emerged, needing approval at winter meetings.

Lancaster wins 3 and 1 in Sabine junior golf final

In Beaumont on September 6 7 Lancaster of Longview defeated Stanley Callahan of San Antonio state junior champion in the finals of the first Annual Sabine district junior Invitation golf tournament. Lancaster led from the sixteenth hole after a birdie on the seventeenth to seal the match 3 and 1.

Beaumont Silly Lancaster Longview Lancaster Stanley Callahan San Antonio

Tulsa Hopes Freshmen Face T C U Formations

Tulsa coach Henry Traka prepares the yearlings for their first test against Texas Christian University at Fort Worth on September 27. Privka predicts the freshmen will operate with T C U formations on several days.

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Legion Baseball Opens Series Amid Wet, Wild Innings

Berwyn battered by Berwyn's Bepl and co. in a rough open as wild pitches and walks helped Metzjina Laredo to strand runners. Hoh Usher of Saint Clest'n allowed few hits while striking out batters in a tense sixth. The series stands tied at two games, with the next games set for Tuesday and Wednesday at Pantin City.

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New Jobs Flash in Light Help Wanted Ads

Help Wanted ads announce new job openings and opportunities. Copy accepted until 10 45 a m daily for publication. Improve your chances and increase income by placing your ad in Light Want Ads.

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