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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1929

Page

3

Wichita Club Clinches Flag In Dramatic Showdown

Wichita Falls Spudders clinched the league flag after beating the Beau ghcout Exporters 9 to 1 as Shreveport Sports faltered in the chase. Playoff action begins Wednesday in Wichita Falls with the Dolles Steers awaiting the winner in a best-of-five series.

Gayle Talbot JR Geit Wichita Falls Shreveport Rata Tborth Bhippers Bennett Lapan Dolles Pitt Birmets Harons Riviere Gusto Bennet Fraser Steers Vero Fresser Glemer Frasier Wichita Thormablen Pierre Panthers Tisons Storer Worth

Court Delays Civil Term to Not Disrupt World Series

Judge J. OH. Chariton of Washington county district court postponed the civil jury term from October 7 to October 14 saying it was unnecessary for the court to interfere with the World Series. The move keeps baseball front and center while delaying civil proceedings.

Bartlesville Oki J. OH. Chariton Washington County District Court

Misstep and Eitel Race at Lin Fein Fields

A field of horses including Misstep and Karl Eitel contest the $5000 Steger handicap at Lin Fein Fields. Misstep, noted as the West’s great take, faces weight of 12a against Bert Eitel, with other contenders Blackwood My Dandy Lacey Led Broadcast and Royal Julian also in the lineup. Karl Eitel recently regained form after a breakdown, aiming to win another stakes race.

Chicago Alderen Indas Bert Eitel Blackwood My Dandy Lacey Stocken Royal Julian Biessefield Ori

Young O Quinn Lead Roof Golf Contest At Local Club

Jerraine Young and Fidgar OQuinn, winner and runner up of The Light s voter poll, are scheduled to meet Cit Kunger, Lennard Saycock, and others Sunday evening on the Foog course in mid hol match.

Jerraine Young Fidgar O'Quinn Light Cit Kunger HiNerear Country Club Pofessional LennardsAycock Phaze Roof Chariyion Ovteck

Gregg champion of senior golfers at Rie Nevada

In Rie Nevada on September 14 Dr. George Gren of Vivbburzh won the senior golf title with a medal score of 156. Chapa of Greenwich, Conn. placed second with 161, Newton of Greenwich third, Babell of Dallas, Texas fourth with 163, and Host. South ern Association coverage notes the event amid a fog of fragmented names and locales.

Gregg Rie N.V George Gren Vivbburzh UL. Chapa Greenwich Coon Newton

Where They Play Late American Lens Detroit at Bear Fe

Fragmentary OCR item notes late game venues and teams including Detroit and Cleveland with incomplete place names and stray words. The readable fragments imply a sports schedule or roundup but lack coherent facts or outcomes to confirm specific events or dates.

Detroit Cleveland Naples Leanzy

Tricks of Mat Save Local Wrestler

Local wrestling evening featured Ralph Fammonds defeating Lis Martell in a volatile main event. Fammonds used bracing holds and rapid pin attempts to dominate, winning the first fall in one minute and securing a late match victory after multiple near finishes. Police referee Jack Voigt warned participants to maintain ring conduct.

Ralph Fammonds Low Bartell Ymunde Crarrete Lis Martell Taretell Harsmonds Haramanda Flammondas Ammtet Wartell Aye Hammaniy Rein Bartell Harmimurds Ghost

Wrestling match report with refereed outcomes and weights

The fragment describes a wrestling bout with penalties and fouls as Stephens is pinned but ruled down by a low foul call. Veiled mentions of weights 142 and 143 pounds, a quick three minute match, and officials including Tula Alberte and Sergeant Byrne.

Dee Hin Stephens Wolar Plézay Tie Shonilera Voigt Hemeral Apyle Pont Adamb Bager Joe Netner Malcom Hennigan Tula Kid Alberte Bogharn Byrne Bunny Glevina van Lmrkeeper

Shires in fresh clash with manager Blackburne

White Sox first baseman Charles Artie Shires clashed with manager Tena Blackburne during a training dispute in Philadelphia. Shires was suspended for violation of rules after another altercation with Blackburne, Lou Barbour injured, and the club prepared to send Shires home. The incident marks his third suspension of the season and renews friction with Blackburne.

Chicago Charles Artie Great Shires White Sox Sox Maaager Tena Blackburne Philadelphia Shirea Wuha Dlackburne Lou Barbour Diapatebrs Athletics Clackburne Qn Blackburne

Coast Teams Begin Drills For 1929 Season

After eight months of inactivity Pacific Coast Conference eleven is called out today for the first organized practice of the 1929 season. Coaches take charge, shaping players into team condition as most conference schools begin Sept 28 schedules. Stanford has a September 21 game against the West Coast army team.

San Francisco Stanford University West Coast Army

Dozen Named for Futurity at Belmont Park

New York Sept 14 1949 about a $195000 futurity at Belmont Park today 12 horses named to race the barrier Whichone Boojum and the great Harry Payne Whitney combination are favorites along with Rebeca Sally The Byare Gallant Knight Breadway Limited Pansy Welker Maya Carusire Hi Tack Sir Jokren and Gallant Fox form the field

New York Oldy Belmont Park Whichone Boojum Harry Payne W Whitney Rebeca Sally the Byare Gallant Knight Breadway Limited Pansy Welker Maya Carusire Hi Tack Sir Jokren Gallant Fox

Indians Must Work Double to Close Season

Reported from Shreveport Friday the San Antonio Saline team will be required to work double as the season nears its end. The twin Wil will be followed by Ringle on Sunday to conclude the campaign.

San Antonio Satliane

Myrtle Huddleston quits channel rescue effort ends

Mrs Myrtle Huddleston gave up her attempt to swim the English Channel after about two hours in the water. She was seven miles from the French coast near Calais, having started from Dover, England, on Friday.

Lendon Bent Myrtle Wardleston English Channel Cane Gris Nex Ermen South Poreland Dover England Ir A Veelordag

Jockeys Suspended at Lincoln Fields

Chicago Sept 14 Jockey Paul Neal popular Globengy rider suspended five days by Lincoln Fields for rough riding. Jockey Karl Hoffman also suspended five days and fined 3 percent by the starter in the same event.

Lincoln Fields Chicago Paul Neal Karl Hoffman Alan Ny

Griffiths Victory Sets Go With Cook Roster Clash

Sioux City Iowa light heavyweight Jerre Tafty Griffith defeated the German contender Dr Ludwig Waysoonn on Thursday night and will face Australian heavyweight George Conk in a ten round bout at Chicago Stadium on September 20.

Griffith Cook Chicago Jerre W Tafty’y Griffith Sioux City Towa Ludwig Waysoonn George Conk

Petrolle Beaten in One Round Bout at King Tut Stadium

Billy Petrolle of Margo Ohio suffered a decisive first round loss at the King Tut stadium in Minneapolis on Thursday night. His manager Jack Sfur lop confirmed Petrolle was knocked out after a brutal exchange, ending the bout early.

Petrolle Dethovs Hope Billy Petrolle Margo King Tut Minneapolia Jack Sfurlop

TILDEN HUNTER SPARKS YOUTH TENNIS CHALLENGE

In a tense national singles championship, veteran William Tilden and Francis Hunter outlast younger contenders at the West Side stadium. Tilden defeats John Doeg 4-6 6-2 2-0 6-4, forcing a final set comeback as Hunter also defeats rivals to reach the final rounds. Shiels and Van Ryn also advance in other matches.

Forest Hills Bept CPI West Site Young America Bking Nll Big Bill Tiden Francis P. Hunter Mae Tilden California John Doeg Bill Doug Uees Ko An Oni Docg Raimaenlour Doeg Biz Bill Tillen Tyong Frank Shiels Fone Nets Johnny van Ryn Hunter Writz Mercur Ted Wilbur F. Onen Jr Kansas Asad Richard S. Williams Uni Jiunter Big Bill Adoce C. M. Charest Washington Onenamer H. Hinsferd N. Yo Seeres J. 7 Adoite Jr Jhon Texan Defected A. J Awne New York

Jack Kearns Sues Over Gambling Debt In New Jersey

Jersey City dispatch reports Jack Kearns suing over a gambling debt. He claims a check for 100 dollars was given under duress for a card game aboard a tramcar. Ming Miller counters no legal debt owed and the check was valid. Also notes a separate item: U.S. golfers win at Ottawa with the Duke of Weymouth trophy decided 19 to WMN.

Jersey City N. J Jack Kearns Mickey Walker Jack Dempsey Ming Miller U. S Ottawa Spat United States Aenine Golf Lani Mgain Tenlay Cron Golfrre

Reed Wrat(s) Zwick Defeats Cleveland in Tight Duel

Reed Wrat(s) Zwick defeats Cleveland on a close foul earlier in the game. Philadelphia shows strong play with Nept and Treml contributing scoring and defense against a tough opponent. The match highlights competitive action and key moments from the hint rownds.

Philadelphia Wick Gleveland

Medina Lake Regatt Opens With Sixty Entries

The San Antonio Tront club hosts a $1000 outboard motor boat regatta at Medina Lake starting Saturday at 3 PM on a two mile course near the dam. Four races are scheduled Saturday and Sunday, with free-for-all to close. San Antonio crews seek home honors against entrants from 10 other cities, Houston leading in entries. Entries accepted to 2 PM at the pavilion. Sunday races begin at 6 PM. Spectator viewing and shore accommodations arranged. large numerals required on boats. Two truckloads of gasoline and oil provided. Grayburg Oil Co will supply fuel.

San Antonio Tront Club Medina Lake Lye Srith San Antonio Pilite Houston Autobee Cotrice Boat Club Grayburg Ol Company

Cubans Meet Utility Club In Opener At Garrett Field

Red Cornwell and Gua Mendiala are elated for pitching duties as the Cuban All Stars face the Public Service Utilities in the first of a three game series at Garrett field at 4 o clock Saturday. The Utilities balked at a high guarantee from DeQuincy Louisiana and wired for more money hoping the Cuban squad could not secure another opponent in time for the scheduled game.

Red Cornwell Gua Mendiala Sirviea Utilities Garrett Field DeCuincy Cobons Geome

National Open Polo Final Set In Westbury Shootout

Sepp 14 1920 season ends with Tommy Hitchcock's Saints Point quartet facing Laddie Sanfaril's Anglo American Hurricanes this afternoon for the United States open polo championship. Hitchcock's outfit is favored to take the title in the final.

Westbury

Columbus Sluggers Tie Up For Lead

In an unofficial summary from Chicago on September 14, Tone Inello and Ringey Callaghan are shaping a close race for Columbus. Early figures show the Senator pair tied for the lead with Bor averages, while Yusty Cooke of Bt. Pout trails as the field leader.

Chicago Tone Inello 3Ingey Callaghan Columbus Wednessey Bor Yusty Cooke Bt. Pout Beason Fowe

Sherman Wins First Grid Game of Season

Sherman opened the football season with a clash against Waxahawkie High School. Sherman won 17 to a score not fully legible, as the report notes an early season victory setting momentum for upcoming games.

Sherman Bhgrman Sept Coothal Hue Waxahawkie Sheeman

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