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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1932
Page
4
New York reports a heavyweight title clash at Madison Square Garden with Mickey Walker vs Schmeling. Public expectations cite a possible $200000 gate and 6000 plus in attendance, though weather and late scheduling may affect turnout. Card features Berlanger versus Shucca and Fay versus Partie with a broadcast plan.
Cleveland news reports on September 28 1971 quote Alva Bradley president of the Cleveland Indians stating no decision will be made at that time about retaining Roger Innpaugh as manager after the World Series, reflecting uncertainty surrounding leadership.
In a tense moment late in the top of the inning, pitcher Arthur Rottener wound up to deliver a fastball and fractured his arm in two places. Uproar followed as the injury halted action and a reliever took his place on the mound.
Anath Gareazyea of Fort Worth posted a four over par score after nine holes at the 36th national women’s golf championship in Peabody Mass. The field includes multiple former champions led by Miss Hicks and Enid Wilson with several stars contending for the title amid concerns over Mrs Glen Vare’s health and entry status.
New York dispatch previews a boxing bout pitting Mickey Walker against Max Schmeling and explores whether the fight will reveal true greatness or merely a sham. Walker, a crowd favorite, carries a large purse and milk fund support as promoters target $200000 in receipts. The piece questions Schmeling’s edge and the impact on Sharkey’s legacy, noting odds and Walker’s courage as key factors shaping the night's outcome.
The planned tennis exhibition featuring Delph Muehlelsen, state champion, sid Dormer, national intercollegiate winner, and UT star Martin Buxby, who defeated Lleworth Vines last year, was postponed Sunday afternoon due to soggy conditions at the San Antonio Country Club.
Lead story previews a heavyweight bout between Max Schmeling and Mickey Walker with odds and prize money. Promoter bets on Schmeling to win by knockout, cites Walker as durable but ages, and notes large advance ticket sales and an anticipated purse around £190,000.
The New York Yankees dominated the American League with a 107 win 47 loss record and a .692 pennant mark the second highest in league history while the Chicago Cubs claimed the National League flag after a fierce late-season surge. Both clubs finished strong losing final games to last-place teams as Babe Ruth battled health concerns and Rogers Hornsby faced managerial upheaval in Chicago.
Qualifying rounds at Riverside will run with favorable forecast. Eleven entrants posted medal scores Sunday as heavy Saturday rains soaked the course. Named players include Reuben Alhmigh Mose Levingon Ltouts Kenneth Rogers H M Turner Ed Dingle Tom Lawrance and college entrant Bernhard Schriever now at Randolph Field.
Frank Trejoar called a Hispano American league gathering to organize athletic wine distribution at Hidalgo Mall on Friday night. New captains will be chosen with Jenny Bantoe expected to lead the Ube basketball team.
Lockhart high Lions will not play Thames Jefferson Muse of San Antonio on October 8. They instead face Southwest Texas Teachers Training School Lobos of San Marcos. The Mustang contract this week to Coach Harold Dement contradicted a prior agreement.
Fragmentary OCR listing numerous names and terms across racing census items. Reads like a muddled roster of individuals, places, and possibly event titles with many unreadable or garbled fragments.
Chicago Cubs departed by special train to New York for the World Series opener against the New York Yankees. Mark Keegan led the offense with three hits, Guy Bush threw three hitless innings, and Gabby Hartnett showed full recovery as the team prepared for the championship series amid bleacher expansion plans and ticket sales.
New York Yankees manager McCarthy and Chicago Cubs manager Grimm will be interviewed by Hal Totten on the Ben Bernie Blue Ribbon Malt radio program. The Tuesday appearance on WEAF NBC marks the first time rival World Series managers share a network program the eve of the opening game.
SAN FRANCISCO September 26 St Marys Galloping Gaels defeated West Coast Army 20 to 0 before 20000 fans Coach Ed Macdigan led the team to a first half touchdown and a late rally with two goal-line drives. The game showcased a strong start for St Marys with decisive scoring and solid defense.
Collegiate Marys of Oakland defeated West Coast Army 20 to 0 while Grove City and Staniston posted 18 and 0 points respectively. Professional action saw Green Bay Packers fail to score against Chicago Bears 0 to 0, with Brooklyn Dodgers 7 and Chicago Cardinals 18. Other entries include New York Giants 0 and Maroons 5. Baltic Creek and Parramount Olio Spartans 7.
The 1932 season saw Jimmie Foxx lead with 58 home runs and Paul Waner set a NL record with 63 doubles. Dale Alexander’s 967 hits led the American League while Frank O Doul topped the NL in batting at .366. Babe Ruth’s records loomed as rivals closed in.
Rural Blurray of San Antonio dominated the Oklahoma state motorcycle championship in Oklahoma City on Sunday winning the five mile race and the four mile event. He also finished third in another race, marking a strong showing across the meet.
Frank G Menre and Sparta Welter report weak demand for Yankees world series seats in New York. Stadium holds 85000, but only 60000 to 65000 may attend opening games. Clubs advertised widely yet fans feel loyalty wanes as seating favors officials and insiders.
Cuero high school football players past and present gathered on Saturday to honor Nelson Scheffler, former Gobbler ace who died Friday after a lingering illness. Doctors cite complications from injuries from his earlier playing days. Scheffler was famed as a plucky player and a well liked Cuero High student before 1930.
Jerome Dean of the St. Louis Cardinals led the majors with 191 strikeouts in his first full year in the majors by fanning Pittsburgh batters in the season finale. Charley Ruffing was second with 199 and Lefty Grove third with 158. Dean also posted 18 wins and 15 losses.
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