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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1940

Page

6

Eagles Triumph In High School Football Clash

Jefferson Jeffs fall to Brackenridge 48 0 as Eagles, led by Anderson and Anderson, overpower Reagan with strong run game and stout defense. Duck Taylor leaves with a broken left ankle. Crager, Waite, and Crager key on offense. Birds capitalize on miscues and a late safety closes the scoring.

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Football Lineups and Parade Spotlight at Suburban Stadium

Suburban and city schools showcased lines and pep squads at the stadium. Reagan Redengis led with a Texas outline and Alamo formations, Brackenridge also honoring the Alamo. Parking chaos and late-night crowd control cited, concessions owner lamented staffing and crowd flow amid a festive but crowded scene.

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Bobcats Ready for Tech In San Angelo Showdown

San Angelo High School prepares for a big home game against San Antonio Tech on Saturday night. The Bobcats, expected to be evenly matched, boast a balanced lineup with a fast, aerial capable backfield and a powerful ground game. Probable starters include Wayne Cason, Buddy Gibbs, Sam Barrett, Bil Cunningham, BD Allen, Marty Mertz, Lee Sandlin, Dale Chase, Floyd Town, Bob Ford, and Louis H. Other backs adding depth are Bobby Gonon KR T. Cope, Bob McMinn, and J Barker. Local businesses will close an hour early to let fans attend the 8:30 p.m. game.

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Big Ten Set to Get Going in Season Opener

Chicago September 21 This rehearsal day for football squads at Michigan Minnesota Ohio State and Purdue opens the season with intra squad games and early practice. Ohio State meets Pittsburgh next Saturday. Minnesota hosts a strong Washington eleven. Michigan drills against California. Wistert replaces Flora at tackle. Bierman focuses on pass defense as Minnesota polishes its process.

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Eddie Casey to Coach Boston Pros in Pro Football

Eddie Casey named head coach of the Boston Bears in the American Professional Football League. The former Crimson hero and predecessor to Dick Harlow at Harvard takes the helm, bringing coaching experience from college to the pro ranks.

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Novikoff Draws Loud Uproar At Ballpark

Los Angeles fans describe Lou Novikoff as a batting powerhouse and volatile figure. The 25 year old slugger, linked to a potential Chicago Cubs deal, mixes onfield power with theatrical crowd-rousing and homesick moments. Mrs. Louie Novikoff adds to the scene with vocal encouragement and banter.

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Conner takes helm as Southeastern Conference enforcer

MEMPHIS Tenn Sept 91 new SEC Athletic Commissioner Mike Conner vows strict enforcement of conference rules. He can investigate violations, levy sanctions up to expulsion and accept appeals within five days. The former Mississippi governor aims to reform scholarship and employment policies amid long running charges of improper subsidies.

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Tuneups Mark College Grid Program

Opening of the 1940 college football season summarized with focus on Southern conferences. Noting major teams and early games including North Carolina, NC State upset of William and Mary, and seeds for Kentucky, Mississippi, LSU, Boston College, and other matchups across regions.

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Classified Ad Mixup Reads Back Faulty Billing

A reader questioned a Light Want Ad about a furnished room and private home listing that yielded a garbled bill. The ad cost $1.09 and the customer complained the second day message appeared refunded or altered. The article notes the confusion surrounding the Sunday issue and urges proper correction.

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