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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1929
Page
6
Randolph Moors of Dallas won the Texan league hatting race in a red hot performance. He set a league record with a standout showing, adding to his reputation as top hitter.
Chicago's Cubs erupted at Wrigley Field with a 13 to 4 win over Brooklyn as they close in on the flag. Buck Newsome Morrison Hornsby led a power display while Lou Brock and crew watched late race standings shift with Braves Reds and Giants in the mix.
In a tight finish, the race favored the favorite as Cray Pas, Freex Hair, and Breeeco staged a spirited dash. Officials described the photo finish as decisive with racing consensus labeling Breeeco the winner amid crowded lanes and a late surge by Cray Pas.
Readers recall Whitmire’s performance at the Mamane event with notable results. The report highlights tense finishes and top placements across various heats, naming a few rivals and track venues for emphasis.
Kansas City, Sept. Fort Riley defeated the Kansas City Country Club team 6 to 2 here Sunday. The Kansas City club water crew won by two goals and ends.
Fragmented report from Ohio indicates Jablonowski was signed by the Cleveland Indians rather than the Reds. The American League note outlines conflicting dates and a baseball commissioner ruling that the player had been previously sent out twice, affecting draft status.
Los Angeles reports that Vel Fin and Hallstrend will return to the major league, while Wil m Fane sells the Tittle Cs chaser to the Detroit Tigers. Funk, since joining from the New York Yankees, has shown strong hitting and fielding, going six for seven in a double header and lifting his average from 240. Two players and money adjustments will be settled.
Los Angeles September 1 The Times reports Robert Weaver will resign as president of the Amalgamated Association unit. A successor will be chosen at the annual division meeting September 24 with the board of governors present.
In Austin on September 16 two hard games loom for the Texas Longhorns as Team A, built from lettermen, faces St. Eudyard's University here while Team B, a freshman and squadman mix, travels to Biomavy University at Abilene. Clyde Linlefield lists the tentative Team B roster and notes the strong challenge ahead, with 50 prospects drilled in tough contact work after the first practice week.
The Public Service Utilities patterned a Cuban series sweep against Sun Tats Cuban Al-Steve, taking Saturday's 10 to 0 win and Sunday’s 6 to 3 victory. Sunday’s second game ended early due to rain with the Cubans leading 7 to 0. Dizzy Dean pitched for the Utilities, while Dresch starred at third with nine assists. Burkhardt made a key throw save as Garantt Cell hosts Dusty Bocress’ Texas Leaguers next weekend for a three game set.
The touring University of Michigan baseball squad edged Moisi Sumilag 4 to 3 in Osaka Japan on September 18. Sfont and SfeAtee limited Vstein to five hits as Michigan secured the win.
Randy Moore of Dallas is named batting champion in the Texas Iraguy league by unofficial figures from the Associated Press. The rankings list Moore with 225 hits in 40 at bats and a .? average, followed by players including H Bennett of Wichita Falls and Blackerby of Waco in a tight clos e race.
In San Antonio on September 16 Unny Semin defends his title against Harry Walls in a ten round bout. Wills outclassed Casiano in round one before a foul after the bell led to disqualification. Cantano was escorted from the ring as 20 000 spectators booed and threw cushions.
The Cincinnati Reds purchased first baseman Toe Stebbins from Fort Worth, drawing strong response from San Antonio fans. Reds also bought outfielder Joe Bonowitz from the Cats. Stebbins struggled in San Antonio, then returned to Crileman in the Western Texas League where he hit over 400.
Kansas City prepares for a two nine game interleague series after clinching the American Association pennant. Ticket sales begin September 23 for October games at Mushibadh field if KC wins. Possible matchups include Rochester behind the International League flag with dates October 2, 8, 5 and 6.
Pearsall football team trains hard for opener next Saturday September 21 against Crystal City High. Coach Rocky Randell expresses strong confidence in his squad as tryouts continue with players including Weathers Higden Reever Skinner Sanders Isimball Hallis Higddee Mann Billiariz Lawson Colner Corser Sorel Newsone and others.
Sinton Sept 10 The Pirates underway under new coach S M B Porter of Texas A and M College. Light workouts this week with plan to field at least 20 players by the start of the second week. Several veterans expected back to help build the squad as schedule for the season remains to be arranged with some open dates.
At age 34 William Tilden captured his seventh national tennis title in Philadelphia, beating a field of mainly younger players. He won 18 sets and lost 8 across six matches, with notable battles against Hunter and Dorr, and faced tougher tests than in 1925 when he dropped only four sets.
RangadulaX reports football practice underway at all Big Six schools with three weeks until opening games. Nebraska's Bible leads as sole new head coach in conference. Hargiss, McMillin, Lindany, Henry, and Workrosa headline various programs across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Iowa State as teams prep. Ranger Gridders win. Big Spring defeats Big Spring 0 to 0 in first high school game of season.
Three remain in the Polo fight as Anglo American Hurricanes lead the field in the Brent Waterbury Memorial tournament. Greenives and Greentree face Old Aiken conquerors in the semifinal at Meadow Brook with the final set for Sands Point on Saturday.
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