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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1928

Page

16

Grамбling Marathon Swimmers Win Prizes After Split Vow

Toronto reports the Wrigley Marathon swim prize of 25600 was divided into 14 equal awards of 2500 each for the 14 finishers among 390 entrants in Wednesdays race. The Canadian National Exhibition committee faced criticism for rewarding finishers only, as none of the competitors completed the full grind.

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Prize Winners From Unclear Race At Sea or River Event

Foreign entrants protested an unfair plan claiming higher prizes while a judge reportedly urged a participant to measure distance swum to win a $5.00 prize. Officials refused to alter rules. Prize winners include Michel Peace 121.8 miles, Otter 12 miles, York 65 miles, and others with times ranging from 3:07:11 to 4:45:42.

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Series needs extra police at Yankees Athletics doubleheader

Police arrangements were made for the crowd at Yankee Stadium when the Yankees and Athletics meet in a Sunday double header. Deputy Chief Inspector Acy O'Brien said he would personally supervise the event, with extra patrols and security measures planned for the day.

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Enlisted Men to Compete for West Point Post

Fifteen enlisted men from the Fifth Corps area will be selected to take the competitive examination for admission to the United States Military Academy at West Point for the class entering July 1. Men aged 17 to 22 who have served at least one year in the Army are eligible. examinations begin March 5.

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Canadian meet attracts U S women golfers in Montan province

A Canadian women’s open golf championship begins at Beacenfield, Montel, with a competitive field including Helen Passon, Virginus Wilkan, Taltel yginen, and Be Cy Leetin among entrants. The event marks a regional showcase for top American players traveling to Canada.

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San Antonio Man Held in Court Contempt Case

Homer D. Willard of Sansno was held in contempt for failing to produce books in a complex case involving Twin Citlen Securities and Ballard. Receiver McDonnell was appointed to oversee Rampaus assets, with a court ruling totaling 472 million dollars and a judgment against Ballard and related parties for 960 million to various creditors. The proceedings noted missing records and alleged theft of company books.

Homer D. Willard Sansno Adjedger Horace Q. Dithinenn Minnes Ballard Cuat Twinlies Securities Antonio Lame McDonnell Antes Rampaus Lala Fittua Pallard Bankromey

Still Held in Bank Workers Kidnapping Case

Still held in jail are Sinder Bone, Ellis P. Brier, and Joe Stadler, charged with abducting Len Woepnerwein and two women. They were moved to Texarkana jail by Justice of the Peace after waiving preliminary hearing. District Attorney said no bond reduction. authorities plan to keep them until court rules.

Sinder Bone Ellis P. Brier Joe Stadler Ysthel Rablers Len ‘Woepnerwein Wexns Am Osene Hendler Tewey Teradles Teamar Ligsent Enid Laredo Farber Reil

Tigers Start With Eagles In Gridiron Clash

Fragmented report from Collins Garden era notes Tigers, led by Wesli Hownity and Renson Salis, set to face Woon Eagles on September 10. Mentions lease on Mo sales, Kelly Field Flyers, and Kelly-Mavericks in Texas Theater loop with mixed team names and unclear results.

Collins Garden Wesli Collelis Menry Tiel Renson Salis Woon Eagles Ary ATC Government Hill Kelly Field Pigors Kelly-Mavericks Texas Theater Loop Broulwag Ietha Kellys Jumfos Witcher Zinsmeister Cubs Analehi Peters

Laundry Boys Schedule Unclear Del Rio Event

Fragmentary text shows a local laundry workers group with planned games at Del Rio and mentions September 18. Names and exact opponents are garbled but imply a string of matches with the Melias and a Pr owlers group at a Del Rio venue.

Pirates Drop 14 Of 19 To Cardinals In Flag Race

Pirates suffered a rough stretch losing 14 of 19 against the St. Louis Cardinals as the National League race tightened. Burleigh Grimes allowed few hits while Gene Moore and Wilber extended the Cardinals’ lead with late-inning hits. Yankees and White Sox also posted wins in the American League while trailing teams struggled with injuries and attendance waning.

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Book openings for Stewart County schools under new superintendent

The text reports on the proposed opening of Stewart County schools under a new county superintendent of public instruction. It notes revisions for fall term, discusses teacher staffing, and references population estimates around seven hundred residents, with limited clarity on exact dates or full details.

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