Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

We have 22,786,314 pages in Texas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1941

Page

5

Louis and Nova Set For 16 Round World Title Bout At Polo Grounds

New York crowds gather at Madison Square Garden for weigh in as Joe Louis under heavyweights meet Lou Nova in a 16 round world title bout at the Polo Grounds. Louis weighed 262 and Nova 202 with medical official Dr. William Walker reporting both in good condition. Promoters expect a large gate and strong turnout though betting favors Louis.

New York Nova Polo Grounds Sapient Louis Madison Square Gardens William ©. Walker TuHnn Black Jack Blackbur Manny Beaman Toul’ Corner Ray Carsen Ray Areel Davy Wet New ‘York INS America Joe Louis Pacific Coast Lou Nove Folo Grounds Mnndigan Square Garden Brooklyn Yankees Ubin Mixe Jgcows Pate Wight Jarobs San Antonio Me Louis 4A North Bookles Skunk Loth Neva Lois Experts’ Union Liane Lou Thoeze Vals Hungry Dow Fuhta Tony Onlento

Aggies Readying For Jav Tilt In San Antonio

Texas A&M fans anticipate a night game at Alamo Stadium in San Antonio against the Texas Javelinas. Coach Homer Norton shifts from routine schedules to a nocturnal clash, aiming to defend their national standing as the 1939 and 1940 top teams once did. New freshmen step up alongside holdovers like Moser and Bierling as the squad replaces key graduates while seeking cohesion and scoring depth.

College Station Texas Aggies Alamo Stadium San Antonio Javelinas Texas Aggie Texas Homer Norton Geldom Anotter Aggies Ted S& Bf. A Sill Norton Moser Sterling Navenat Pinnacia Leo Daniels Dorace Moser Hendercoyt Zepnineg Richardson Dennis Andrick

Ex Champs Split on Louis Nova Rematch Outlook

Former heavyweight kings Ajax Baer and James Braddock voiced opposing views on the Louis Nova rematch. Braddock picked Nova to win, predicting a seventh round stoppage, while Baer said Louis will KO Nova, declining to name a specific round.

New York Ajax Baer James Braddock Joe Louis Lou Nova Tenlent Braddock Racer Louis Nove Hraddock Baer

Louis and Tetley Promised Rematch in 1941

The text recalls a 1941 bout era noting Lou Louis’s knockout loss two years earlier and a blood infection that sent him to a western hospital after the fight. It suggests his long layoff and undefeated stretch since, and discusses Tetley as a challenger who might withstand Louis’s powerful punches and seek a comeback.

Lou

World heavyweight title fight tops New York card

Principals Joe Louis of Detroit and Nova from Alameda, Calif meet for fifteen rounds in a world heavyweight championship bout at Solo Grounds New York. Promoted by the Twentieth Century Sporting Club with an anticipated 40 000 spectators and $190 050 gate. Preliminary bouts include Johnny Ateh and Terry Di den among heavyweights and other divisions, TV and radio expected coverage.

Associated Press Joe Lous Detroit Tan Nova Alameda Calif Chall Ienger Solo Grounds New York San Antonio Twentieth eddy—Louls Porlie Tnd Louls Nova Neferce Julges Timekeeper New York State Athintia Comimlastan Johnny Ateh Chifside Jy Va Terry Diaden Brooklyn James UW Newark Genry Mayel Terry Wana I. Broadcrast HKABC Fan Antonis

Louis Earns Second Million In Boxing Gig

New York report details Joe Louis’s boxing earnings reaching about 2.23 million dollars since turning pro, with projected pay for a November bout at Polo Grounds around 240 thousand dollars and extensive career totals, commissions and fight figures across years.

New York Joy Louis Bourke Private Joe Buess Polo Grounds Humber Mike ‘Jacobs Max Schmeling Guy Jack Kraken Joe Hee Sehmeling Flaht Dean Kraken Tiava J. Louis Barroy Worf Nove Zight

Saturday Night Football Results Across Colleges and Cities

A frenzied set of late Saturday college football games featured numerous scorers and upsets across teams such as Kentucky, Western, and Tennessee. Notable performances included multiple players reaching double-digit points, with several matchups showing high final tallies and surprising outcomes.

Fay Associated Press Sonnay Collega Gans Danilo Benadiela Dunta Chara San Frencissy Marshall Itanla Werssyan Morris-Harvey Salem Richmond Bardolph Beacon Norm Cocaine Eveey Weel Hentucky Eecherni More Hitan Hoot Tennesnos Pearh Bpiory Henry Bargilie Union Enel Wentecky Tenders Careonont Weilatog Teyislans Colloro Ee Lawvenea Witaon Jr Eal. & Knox Aummilana Gintiandt Se Western Sniinaie Wheaton Oo Ant le Rae Minew Nariarnteeter Whitewater Abn Gauthern Iwne Ir Gily Jr Tenehera Huron South Deksta Wayne Metiniry

They Say: Before the Battle Louis vs Nova Statements

The article transcribes pre fight remarks by heavyweight champion Louis and challenger Nova. Louis says he trains hard, hopes to finish in the first round if opportunity arises, and views Nova as beatable if improved. Nova reflects on a lifelong goal, praises Louis, and vows to win as the new world heavyweight champion.

Joe Lous Lou Nova Joe Youis Max Schmele Ficht Tim Toys Nova Louis Dub Tam

Strong and Wilson Face Damage as Amarillo Tartans Travel

Amarillo Strong and Wilson are listed as doubtful with injuries for a marquee clash against the Saintes, 1040 state champions, at Alamo Stadium. Coach Red Forehand of the Eagles cites a backfield shortage and widespread injuries, with Jim Strong possibly fractured rib and Bob Wilson hampered, while George Harcourt also nursing a shoulder issue. Forehand vows intensive practice and scrimmage to rebuild conditioning despite injuries and lingering doubt over lineup readiness.

Red Forehand Brackerridge Eagles Amarillo Saintes Camaing Btrong Wiksom

Waco Dons and Rosita Plan On Series

Rosita's Miners and the Waco Dons planned a three game set after a 3 3 tie in Sundays second game at Techfield. Rosita won the opener 6 1 while Waco won Saturday 3 1. managers contemplate whether the series will move here again with a Tuesday decision pending.

Rosita Miners Waco Doug Mordsy Techfield Agore Roalta Vera Cruz Mexico Leage Chimps Carcel Tech Field Dons Rositans Jerzy Fetilo Batts He Tae Hurley Catms Lee Slatybins Chess

Riggs Wins First Berkeley Match in Coast Tennis

Dobby Riggs, the national singles champion from Cincinnati, opened title defense at the Pacific Coast steady championships in Berkeley with a straight set win over Tate Coulthard, 6-2 8-4. Gene Smith of Piedmont, California, beat All Canninit 8-1 3-6 8-4, while Wither Talbert of Cincinnati defeated Harry Likes of San Francisco 1-8 18-4 8-1 in a third round.

Riggs Berkeley Darkaley Dobby Riggs Cilnion Tint First Sound Tate Coulthard Gene Smith Piedmont Callf All Canninit University of Califorria Wither ‘Talbert Cineinnat Harry Likes San Francisco

Playoffs HAT UMA Versus Panes in Chaotic Shootout

Fragmented OCR reads playoffs with UMA and Panes battling through a high scoring match. Mentions Sacremento Sacraménta, Montreal, Geattle, Columbus, and Pacific Coast teams in a chaotic, unclear crowd scene with scattered team names and partial scores.

Emitic Coast Little World Cahumbus Camerien Mintion Montreal Pacific Comat Teague Bankia Wasi

Royals Take Series Lead Over Columbus in Canada

In a shift from Canada, Montreal Royals edge Columbus Radirds 9 to 6 to move two games to one in the series. The game drew 17,000 fans at Redbird Stadium as International champion Royals rallied with a seven-run sixth inning to overturn a 4-2 Columbus lead. Box shows Drecheen, Mader, Roo, Naham, Heath for Montreal and Wicker, Kenn, Mungu, Lowell for Columbus.

Aillin Ford Ath Hillin Dons Rosite Adove Cabal Mac Ghllam Guerrera Mexico Hatera Lada Honeadae Landrinit Grathszy Wes Revine Holos Adair Stathahas Holo Gilliom Landrum Stebbins iGuarrero Rosita Surerevo i Overman Giliam Guerrero Gilliam Ovarman Gillam Finnings Qvorman Batero Susinas Oqvormaon Impires Hestern Hernanore Robertsu Tima Ate O. A Waco Ratanet Garalt zFelte iMonvag Peraga Inalugu Rosla Seers Atolans Bes Balle Qonsalen Wiiin Gonzales Hillin Gonzales Fin HiNin Ciatero Lutic Flamanias Columbus Ohio Canada Montreal Royals Inter Redbird Stadium Royals Birds Lee Montven Drecheen Mader Roo Naham Heath Poland Wicker Kenn Mungu Iowell

Stars Giving Suds Trouble In Coast League Rally

A garbled report from Seattle outlines a Coast League baseball chase with a rally aiming at a finals berth. The narrative mentions a doubleheader loss for Hollywood and a hot streak by Sueramnoto, while seeking clarity on team standings and upcoming games.

Seattle Tay Sueramnoto Ore Hain Feve Alreadty Oala Ban Diero

San Antonis Boys Eyeing ntardem Saturday Night

All new Names in San Antonis center on Aggies freshman Lennart Slats Holder a high school star making his varsity debut at A and M despite draft board hesitations early in his career He trained in military science with a pending commission and may face departure after graduation or resignation.

San Antonis Ntardem Wil Bene Aggies Lennart Thomas Dettete Varsity Tools Boll Gt A Num Freshmain Uncle Bain Aut

Span Am Gridsters Meeting to Accept Independent Teams

The Spanish American Football Yauxua will hold a Wednesday night meeting at the Continental hotel to accept entries of independent football teams wishing to join. Richard Hernandez to act as chairman. Members seeking information on qualifications to affiliate are requested to attend.

Span-Am Yauxua Continental Richard Hernandez

Lubbock High shuts out San Angelo team in rough clash

Lubbock High Falcons overpower San Angelo in a 23 to 0 football win, as the Westerners struggle to keep pace under Friday night lights. The game showcased Lubbock’s defense and offense improving against the Bobcats.

Lubbock Angela San Angelo Lubbock High

Also Mentioned on This Page

Jack Mahon AGS Tale of the REW York Charmplon Jon Loula Ghallinger Ghent Broklyn Righy Highe Dodgers Strong Wilson Eagles Amarillo Aatardiy Pight Harcourt Jos Bors Tardane Iit'a Ban Jacinto Waco Dons Suds Rusty Freddie Chuan Eid Sickle Walt Cope HibRadk Wali Wormee PeOpRe Manor
Search Courier

Search the San Antonio Light Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The San Antonio Light?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication