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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1925

Page

5

Walker Versus Shade Rivalry Ends In Wild New York Fight

Mickey Walker of New Jersey defended his welterweight world title in a fierce 15 round battle at Yankee Stadium against Dave Shade of California. The bout drew 40,000 fans who roared as Walker staged a late rally, delivering a brutal attack to overcome Shade’s defense. Judges and officials kept details tight, but Walker emerged as the decisive victor in a contest sure to spark debate.

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York White Roses Win New York Ten Pence Championship

York White Roses clinched the New York Ten Pecanie baseball league title by defeating an opponent 6 to 6 in a playoff race. Willan Hart managed only one win in the event as the team rallied from a late deficit to secure victory in the decisive game.

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Dazzling Dazy Delivers Perfect Game Feat

Vance achieves a perfect game in a 10 to 4 Dodgers win over Philadelphia. Early runs come on errors as Vance allows nine hits over three games, cementing his reputation as a standout pitcher for the senior Jagars.

Dazzy Vance Dodgers Jeagar

Wills Denies Drawing Color Line In Boxing Claims

New York reports quote promoter Mills and manager Mullins denying any color line in boxing. They state Wills will meet any worthy opponent and never received a 200000 offer to fight Tunes despite Gilson’s claim. He waits for a promoter to guarantee a fair match.

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Stecher Beats Browning In Easy Heavyweight Win

San Francisco report details a heavyweight bout where Stecher won decisively over Browning. The match featured a quick first fall and a 42 minute duration. Stecher and Browning opened with a fast pace, then Stecher secured victory with a flying body slam as the decisive move.

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Pirates Near Flag as NL Race Heats Up

Pirates stay within three games of the lead in the National League while the Pirates seek to clinch the flag with nine games left. Hazen Cuyler of Pittsburgh hits in his first two at bats, tying a record through eleven straight at bats by Teague and Speaker. Brooklyn’s skid continues. the Robins edge toward first-division status as five pitchers miss stays. The Athletics win 10 7 in their clash with the Bengals. rain washes out the Giants-Cardinals in St Louis.

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Ad Stone Beats Owens in Chicago Light Heavyweight Fight

Chicago Sept 22 Ad Stone a former marine from Philadelphia defeated Erie Owens Los Angeles in a late decision after a flurry in the first rounds. Owens tired under Stone rights and was warned for illegal blows in the ninth. Stone weighed 186 pounds and stopped Burns of Oakland in a bantamweight bout.

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Inside Golf tips from Chester Turton on grip and stance

A golf instruction note from Chester Turton discusses grip and stance to correct faults. It emphasizes keeping the shaft in the fingers, not the palms, maintaining balance between arms, and aligning the V shapes for a natural swing. The piece reflects early 20th century golfing advice with a caution against overcomplicating the grip.

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Pennant Chasers Week Two Patchy Scores and Results

Fragmentary sports note lists results and upcoming games including Detroit at Boston and Baltimore at Philadelphia. Mentions several matches tied to pennant races with partial scores and dates, reflecting a busy schedule with teams like New York and Washington as neighbors.

Reed Absorbed in Football Problems

In 1925 Herbert Reed analyzes the modern football attack built on rushing, passing and kicking. He credits Pop Warner for pioneering the direct kick and passing game, notes the shift from gambling on third down to decisive first downs, and highlights key teams and players shaping the evolving offense.

Herbert Reed Universal Service New York Pop Warner Corch Corneil Carlisle Indians Warner Stanford University

National League Grid and Offensive Tactics Discussed

The article surveys 1920s football themes with references to teams like Chicago and Cincinnati, noting offensive lines and blocking schemes. Analysts debate the best route to success, citing balance in attack and the importance of first class personnel amid evolving tactics.

Carver Elected St Marys Captain Amid Prep For Schreiner Opener

Carver named captain of St Marys College Meeners for the season as the Raiders prepare for the opening game with Schreiner Institute on October 11. Aldnat remains a key tackler while Franks and Wilcox figure in later plays. A free trip to first base is noted as expensive and a fireball incident injured Wilcox, sending him to a hospital for treatment.

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All Horses Finish First Day’s Grind in Colorado

Colorful Colorado riding meet opens with fourteen entrants in brisk day one. Honey Tsdnari’s Norfl Tah ward Ranger leads, clocking a strong time just shy of the leading mark. Four army horses finish among early paces as the field narrows for day two.

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Atz and Niehoff Meet for Second Big Series

The Texas champion Fort Worth Bears travel to Atlanta to face Bert Niehoff and Jake Atz in a three game set. Nick Cullop and Gaugh are noted sluggers. Konetovich’s form trails the prior year’s standout. Fort Worth fans join the club for the road trip beginning with travel via New Orleans.

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Harmony Now Reigns On Pittsburgh Pirates Pennant Chase

Harmony and hustle energize the Pittsburgh Pirates as they push toward the pennant amid young talent and strong leadership. Owner Barney Dreyfuss and manager Will McKeehnie express confidence that teamwork and pace will clinch the title, despite past tensions and recent shakeups in the squad.

Piltsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh Barney. Dreyfuss Will McKeehnie

German cabinet stirs over allied invitation at conference

German ministers met to decide on accepting an invitation to an upcoining conference. The cabinet adjourned after a brief session as political leaders prepared for a crucial party conference. Final validation of the invitation rests with the foreign transmitter of the Morishtne.

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McQuillan Team Reimburses Alimony Arrears

In New York Seek edition, Hugh McQuillan the former pitcher had a court order for alimony to Nellie McQuillan. Giants aided by allies paid almost all but $2 of the required sum, with McQuillan presenting a $403 check tied to arrears while arguing nonpayment by his wife had delayed support. The Brooklyn Supreme Court heard the contempt claim as the matter.

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Paul’s Grove Edge Flyers 5 4 in Ten Innings

Paul’s Grove defeated the Flyers 5 to 4 in ten innings after a late rally. Pitcher Chalk and Folwum held the visitors to four runs while Paul’s Grove capitalized on a triple by an unnamed batter in the extra frame to seal the win at Kelly Field.

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Competitors Assigned Numbers at St Lows Golf Event

At Fair Golfers St Lows on September 22 a female entrant list will be numbered. Participants will be identified by numbers and may earn entry by lot. The event favors individuals with entries placed on a golf score sheet.

ST. Lows

Watrous Leads TN Medal Round at 32 Qualifiers

In Chicago on September 22 the 32 qualifiers for the PGA Championship head to a 36 hole match round at Olympic Fields Country Club. Walter Hagen and Walter Watrous pace the field with Watrous carding 40 strokes in qualifying while Hagen slips with 151. Entourage includes players from East and Midwest regions, with notable bets and travel ahead of the final rounds.

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