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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1931

Page

10

Nightbird Inty Threatens Batting Title In Darkened Game

In New York, Terry Healey leads a late-season bout as darkness halts the Giants at the Polo Grounds. A suspended highlight, Terry’s 3456 average would win the crown if counted. the official result favors Healey and the Giants in a 4-2 loss to the Robins.

New York Chick Latey St. Louis Ainals Lonley Giauly Beogklyn Chobbs Suliway Express Giants Jendine Terry Healey Raleun Wan Mir

How They Wound Up in Majors

A garbled sports roundup lists players and scores, including Sundaz Mraulle and Kanye Chiy for Minnesota and Missauben, with fragmented team references and unclear names. It references major league outcomes, player stats, and miscellaneous game notes in a damaged OCR segment.

Mack Aces’ World Series Hopes Fade in Loss

Philadelphia scene reports Gonnin Mack’s uncertain lineup as the Athletics lean on Grover Alexander and Connie Mack’s ace pitchers for the World Series. Cardinals may start Derringer or Grimes while speculation swirls about Beban Hallihan and Wilt Bil. Nominations for series umpires Michael Nailin, William Klem, and Dolly Stark were announced.

New York Cheam Proais Denta Teagnes William Harridge American Tenzug Dolae Michael K. Nailin William Mice Gowan Thraeries Toby A. Wester Klem Albert Dolly) Stark Werse

Fine Horses Exhibit Draw Crowd At Saddle Club Show

An audience exceeding 3000 attended a fine horses exhibit Sunday night at the Olmos stables, sponsored by the Saddle Club. Supper for 400 and entertainment by Susie Martinez and Feira Rocha highlighted the event, with judges including Mrs. Robert Hetzman and Mrs. S. O. Rockenbach. Numerous classes awarded ribbons to horses and riders, including open jumping, lead line, driving, and pony divisions, amid a festive atmosphere and notable prize placements. The event culminated with a safety drill near the tank and a ceremonial round of judging for various categories.

Saddle Club Susie Martines Feira Rocha Red Iby Bona Beyle Victor Deavels Lwan Gougtr Giada Crow Texas Stine Katherina Ochre Beats Bean N. Recken¢ Siufley

Hicks Eyes British Golf Honors Amid Open Challenges

New York, Sept. 28. Helen Hicks, 20, already drawing attention in American golf, aspires to win the British crown next spring if she chooses. She was among many Americans at the Foemby championship, where Enid Wilson beat her 8 and 4. Hicks later defeated Miss Wilson in a match before losing to Glenn Collett Vare in the finals by the aging score. Her father, Hewlett’s brother, promised support if she wins. Many players from the women’s national journey at Buffalo moved on to Toronto for the Canadian title, with Hicks and Wilson among those continuing competition.

New York Foemby Enid Wilson Wilson Uzuin Luthie Husky Stritiah Glenn Collett Vare Score- Hee Immediate Lang Cil Philadelphia Hewlett Long Island Bee Buffalo Toronto Misa Wilsom

Hocks Throw Winds Up In Pocket of A. A. Fan

A baseball game report notes Hock's throw in the ninth inning allowing two Ermingham runners to score, aiding the Birmingham Barons in Dixie region play. Ty T. Smith of San Antonio argues the throw to first on Mench’s hunt was not wild, with a fielding miscue leading to a Darona margin of victory.

Hock Talnl-beroman Tock Honaton Finfiames Loncea Birmingham Barons Dixie Gerlos Smith Laturdy Hint Story Smith Sage Tiaaty Darona & Cafe Olth Jim Sanders Houston Auttinker Fleck

Big Leaguers Break Few Records in 1931 Season

New York reporters note a quieter season than expected as American League stars set three major marks while National League players failed to reach new heights. Lou Gehrig and Earl Webb posted standout batting totals, and Tink Grove led with the highest winning percentage amid a season described as a mixed bag of achievements.

New York Lou Gehrig New York Yonkers Earl) Webb Boston Red Sox Gehrig Wohl George Turns Burne Tink Grove Nec Philatelphia Athltics New York Yankees Umoky Wrod Ranies Daston Rok Sox Triple Bill Cerry New York Giants Jim Bottomley Cardinals Simmons Ruth Truth Tan Gehrig Gehriz Terres Grunhy Bottomley Wein Phil- Viex Baltwttn Ikinin Philies Terry Ith Tr Waner Pirates Ter Giant Tophles Ardyms Cariingld Werner Wravex Trinler Terre Gilmin Hermon Robins Be RT Rome Asims Phil Oe Clantes Bolen Friseh Carfinnts Martin Nerman Rovine Vhehine Unines Derringer Son Tour

Lally Keeps Driving Lead at Olmos Driving Course

Ted Menezes won a 12-man event with a 233 23 yard drive, short of Lally's record. Ion Caballero showcased the best single drive at 250 yards, nearing Lally's average, while six winners in the accuracy contest hit the target in six shots.

Tom Fot Olmos Tally Ted Menezes Ielon Caballero Lally Amilstones Catrway F. Drayfelbert Grunblex Hob Stevens Frank Williford

Wheeler Wins Match With Bow and Arrow

Wheeler wins in a round archery match at San Pedro Park as Tejax Archery Club members compete Sunday. Gloerk Wheelee leads with 463 in the Columbia round. Haraiton Maule and Longforce also score, Longacre totaling 28 points at 30 yards. Another shoot is planned for next Sunday at the same time.

Gloerk Wheelee Tuther Efuckaba Colambia Tejax Archery Club San Pedro Park Haraiton Maule Ant Longforce Aso Ehot Longacre Yaeile Afaula

Grimes Predicts Cardinals to Beat Athletics Four to Two

St Louis columnist Burleigh Grimes argues the 1930 Cardinals are stronger overall than the Athletics and will defeat Philadelphia in the World Series four games to two. He cites improved infield resilience, pitching depth, and key players like Derringer, Word, and Pepner Martin, forecasting a decisive Cardinal victory even as he notes possible late adjustments.

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Stars Divide With Mexicos In Split Doubleheader

Mexicana Nationals beat San Antonio AllStars for one in the morning game behind Montalva who allowed minimal hits while Johnson powered the offense. In the afternoon, the Stars rebounded with support from Contreras and Rodrigues to claim the nightcap as Perez and Ber lines produced key hits.

Nezanjo Eperly Mantalvo Mexica Nationals San Antonio Allstars Bunitey van Daele Field Perea Ranjo Montolva Fred Johnson New Orleans Southern Association Exzell Flurknoper Katz” Watler Brebbins Johnson Csts Peres Euatoll Cas Eerons Contreras Rodrigues Phillipa Plaskaunger Crebbins Dorenaul Addon Tolinson San Antonio Indians Clorer Brean Naylor Bul Dinsmore Berstal S. Tn Lee Stebbins Montaled Nemo Borcers Cts Pred Johnson Naylor Eoata Tuller Areer Vargcorp Tunamares Montalva Sonnron Mexico Materten A. Inhwecn Dunwmores G. Parer Carkeca Merial Jabreoni Hime Pacheri Phillire Planzamanio Hartera Lo Inhwecn Hu Perez Eran

Vines Sets Net Titles Record With 24 Wins

Bilsworth Vines Jr. marks a birthday by sweeping 20 singles and 41 doubles titles in a single season. He and Keith Gledhill share the Pacific Southwest doubles final against Wilner Allison and Jal Vandyn as Vines earns another singles crown in a five-set comeback over Frederick J. Berry. Upsets occur in other finals as Mrs. C. A. Harper defends the women’s singles title against Josephine Pralepabant.

Los Angeles Bilsworth Vines Jr Possenso Mages Keith Gledhill Santa Tartar Wilner Allison Austin Exas Jali Vandyn Anegeles Perry Vines Frederick J. Berry Langland Studborn Sly Perry Tackade Rantens University of Southern California Errora Takeing Glidhill Alliston Vao Mtyn Allonn Nacional Ilefort Crankie Turker Milwaukee Leonard Matterson Hollywood High School Bay Misa Ruby Bishop Pasadena Graesa Wheeller Santa Monier Lille C. A. Harper Oakland Southpaw Josphine Pralepabant Seute Ang

New York Opens Pro Grid Race With Win

The New York Giants opened the National Professional Football league season with a 13 to 1 victory over Provigener. Giants’ long forward Flenniken to Campbell and a key 1-yard plunge by Vinniken highlighted the game amid a 1-yard penalty call. In Green Bay, the Packers beat the Chicago Bears 7 to 0.

New York Providence New York Giants Provigener Giants Flenniken Campbell Vinnniken Green Bay Wis Greening Packers He Qhicngo Dears Hera Suneay

Wesleyan Withdraws From Academic Conference

Wesleyan lfers withdraw from the Texas Academic federation according to Coach Eby. Sidney Lanier Vocational seeks replacements to fill in for Wes for schedule purposes only. Coach Wright Riley notes Wesleyan’s absence opens dates in the conference and presses for a solution.

Wesleyan Plagera Boardwest Texas Eby Sidney Lanier Vocatiou Wes. Jeynti Wright Riley Alondas Gamos Riley Ganes Avith Lanier Wanan Thia Altoy

Weekend Sports in Brief Br The Apecinted Vreen GOLF

Weekend sports brief covers golf wins and losses including Miss Wolpn Wicks, Glenna, and others in national championship play. Mentions racing results, track events, and a Sir Chonnsaden trophy in a variety of weathered items.

Last Day Stars As Associated Jenny Son Taylor Cubs Wit Homer

Baseball brief notes cover several doubleheaders with varied outcomes. Key results include Browns-Titch edging Browne 2-1, Phillies-Tit pinek tallying two runs, and Indians-Cinuted combining a triple with two singles against the Tigers.

Jennyson Taylor Cubs Tit Pales Gretgn Bluelelder Browns Browne Whilte Buez Aleit Phillies Doe Vosmax Indians Tigers Paul Derringer Sylvester Johnson Cardintalg Gine Gom Reds Tony Lagers Yankees Mthipties Watson Clark

Edna Team Captures Amateur Loop Title in Southwest Texas

Victoria Sept 28 An epidemic of errors and base knocks slowed the action as Edna’s team defeated the Victoria Bude buds 10 to 7 to win the Southwest Texas Amateur League title in a hectic final. The Victoria club committing miscues helped Edna seize the championship at this event.

EDNA Victoria Simlay Eiuntfonston Tine Geneva Ena Texas Victoria Tosebuds Victoria Club Nicerrate Falziner

Injured grid star shows improvement after hospital stay

A grid football player, previously injured Thursday night in a League Park final, remains in recovery at Nix hospital. He was treated for internal injuries and received transfusions. his condition has slightly improved since Friday, with no operation required.

Touvellood Pearak Seliout Napita A& Gelie Aleia Anenie Lvefy Pearall Younghtead Pearse Nix

Mexico University Team Heads For U S Trip

Mexico City Sept 28 The University of Mexico football team, now in its second year, will travel to play the University of Tennessee at Den Yal October 4, then Southern Methodist reserves at Dallas October 11. Coach Pred J. Linehan leads the group with Yale graduate Stuart D. Ludlum as assistant. Seventy-seven players, trainers, and staff join the trip. Also reported: Texas golf star Tosse Gregory wins Went Tel Golf League event by six strokes.

Mexico University U. S Mexico City University of Mexico Wll United States University of Tenvee Dene Yar Ad Southern Dallas Texas Tewentr Plarexi Pred J. Linehan Stuart D. Ludlum Bork Yale Pialmi

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