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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1928

Page

8

Race tipping feared in illinots race tipping fears in illinots

In Chicago a bill paid by a telephone company to jockey Allen is linked to a possible race tipping scandal. The Illinois association led by Struyvesnot Peabody seeks to verify if information was shared with Hornsby, McGraw, and others. Allen denies marriage and involvement, while hotel records show unrelated residence.

Chicago Allen Rogers Hornsby Boston Craves John McGrew New York Gsiente Illinois Ion The Tribune Struyvesnot Peabody Comans Dames of Hornsby McGraw Thretter Arlington Dark Catherine FL Allen North Side

Pennant Chasees and League Pennant Race Update

Outlines pennant chase with Chicago Giants and other teams in tight NL standings. Mentions games in New York Boston Philadelphia and Chicago venues, with players such as Bartecles and O’Farrell and managers including Matt Winn tied to the era. Notes scheduling and implied outcomes amid a strained pennant battle.

Giants Matt Winn Abe Siairs Chirape Penny Liga

Wichita Bats Square Up In Texas League Clash

In Wichita Falls and Houston, Sept 4, the Texas league title showdown resumed after a slugfest. Wichita Falls’ lefty pitching and timely hitting backed by Mike Galloway’s Spiders squad kept the series alive as they aim to split the set and pressure Houston in the next game.

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Denials Tie Jockey to Baseball Managers

Allen and McGraw deny any knowledge of jockey Allen in a Chicago investigation linked to a bill collection attempt. Allen, linked to Boston and York in the inquiry, faced questions as Rogers Alrasby and John McGrawes refute direct involvement. McGrawes said he called Landis but would not disclose the conversation. Hornerby sent a telegram to the Illinois Turd association denying any financial ties.

McGrawes Andge Landis Aliraw Braves Field Flor Kreow Jocker Allen Chicago McCray Jockey Allen Wes Storr Newspaperiaem Horneby Tllinois ‘Turd Association Mororoy Chicags

Thomas Scott to lead St Marys High football team

Thomas J. Scott former Creighton varsity member is elected head coach of the St Marys High School football team. He coached Viheua High School in Wisconsin and Richard van Fish in North Dakota. A first practice session had eight candidates present as Scott plans to assemble a strong lineup before the season opener.

Thomas J. Scott Creighton University St. Mary's University Scott Viheua High School Wisconsin Richard van [Fish North Dakota Minngota University Scote Josena Lanter Senet Keatt

Marriner Secures Knockout Victory Over McAnliffe

Les Marriner overwhelmed Turk McAnliffe of Wetrait, delivering a sixth round knockout in a scheduled ten round bout. The Illinois native dominated from the start, driving the veteran into a decisive stoppage as Marriner extended his record to 18 wins in 19 fights with a 17th knockout.

Fe Uhwik Wiggins Indianapalig Marriner Turk McAnliffe Wetrait

Pancho Beats Acuna In Ten Round San Antonio Showdown

In a crowded arena Pancho of San Antonio outboxed Diego Acuna of Tampico over ten rounds. Pancho won by decision with crisp jabs and a deadly right, while Acuna pressed late but could not overturn the lead, multiple rounds showing Pancho's edge. Armando Carmona defeated Kid Adams, while the Luna-Cowan bout ended with Luna knocked down and Kobe Luna nearly challenging for a rematch.

Charles Solcher Kid Pancho San Antonio Diego Pevil” Senna Tampico Mexico Roledad Pancho Expctitoce Heavis Anna Diero Anil Pancho Anil Warno Kaoh Kid Pencho Acuna Ariing Ancho Acun Kendy Tancho Jnose Pablo Alejandra Manlecey Dancid Anitade Dhal Seashal Pablo Ife Carmona AAS Kid Carmona Kid Adams Kase-Raiver Adams Kid Gambinu Ursing Senler Adems Eowan Luna Conan Kid Alill Grozgy Lobe

Boxing Classes At YMCA In San Antonio Begin Soon

The YMCA in San Antonio announces boxing instruction led by veteran coach Homer from Tulsa. Classes start next week with group sessions for men and boys, plus private lessons. The program aims to offer skilled instruction while promoting self defense, courage, and fitness.

San Antonio WT. M. Homer Tulsa Okla Tomer Elist Eliss Hamner Flamec Hilchalka Enok

Boxing Board Punishes Whispering Campaigner

The Chicago Boxing Board suspended veteran manager Sig Wart for promoting a whispering campaign about a recent bout between Jack Thompson of San Francisco and Walterweight champion Dordes. Chairman Tal Preahn said gossip ends here as the board will investigate charges and punish those spreading rumors.

Chicago Minuis Athletic Commission Sig Wart Jack Tlompson San Francisco Nearo Joc’ Dordes Commission Aart Dundee

Fair golfers reach Canada semi finals

LMonday, September final of the Canadian women golf championship featured top contenders in two halves of the draw. Virginia Wilson and Becky Wattles led the upper and inner sections, while the defending champion Melon Payton was eliminated yesterday. Wilson advanced after strong margins, and Wattles joined by overcoming tight qualifiers amid a field that included Paget of Ottawa and other rivals.

Misa Virginia Wilson Bexzy Wattles Huffato Lclen Miss Wattles Abie Mix Dalton Resmand

Big Ten Coaches Seek Clarity After Rule Change

Michigan and Minnesota coaches were absent from two short sessions as Big Ten leaders attempted to clear up football rule changes amid lingering confusion. The report notes efforts to end misunderstandings while coaches from other programs attended. Meanwhile, Kansas junior golf champion Stewart shot 87 in the final, finishing with 109 over 18 holes.

Michigan Minnesota Autchinson Ef. Stewart Elatchinson Kansas Lay

Decatur Commies Rally To Edge Terre Haute

Decatur wins 6 to 4 over Terre Haute in a muddy opener as Me Wain star pitches, lifting the Decatur Comms to a two game lead in the season title chase. They plan a rematch Wednesday and return to Decatur Sunday for the decisive tilt.

Becatur Terre Fauta Ind Terre Blaule Sibilar Oprion Decatur Teague

Signed By Western Association Manager For 1b Prospect

Inleteiner signed, indelreandebs Kan 14 from Pern Kan 17, third baseman, by The Tado Tanebeibh. Manager Jimmy I'zslan announced on inconcel toran for next season with Western Association.

Pait Ineteiner Indelreandebsch Kan Srpl w—Rus Dinkener Pern Mannzgee Jimmy I'zslan

Suspensing Tilden Costly Move At Natlan Championship

Forest Wills reports attendance for the Natlan championship tournament fell short of last year as Til den was absent. Gate sales run high with 9,000 plus attendees and daily averages near a500 per ticket, while promotions advertise larger crowds.

Southern stretch race fuels leaders in late season

At Darta Georgia on September 14 1907 the Hirwinghou Harots beat New Orleans Gull y and the Chicks toppled Nashville 4 to 1 while the Dobbsmen save a win for Eddie Wel the left hander. Lewin pitched seven innings. Nathsdllu and Mesonman contributed for a busy day as Barons prepared for Birmingham and Memphis faced Chattanooga.

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Spuds Win Teo-base Tilt In Stiff Scramble

The Spuds clinched a win in a high tension match against Turgeon Walkin Lamb at home. Worthington Lapa Horacon and teammates posted several key plays as Digeey a 292 and Chtee led scoring. Umpires Ferwie Dar and Kane called the game with late push from Moher Carmen and Walker, final hours counted.

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