Baseball Charity Days Set for War Relief
Commissioner Landis designates June 30 and July 28 as charity days with all major league game proceeds going to war relief. Presidents Harridge and Frick backed the plan, mirroring last year’s effort that raised about 506 thousand dollars. Night games may be used in cities with lights, otherwise doubleheaders boost gates.
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Benhem Taxis Comply With New City Ordinances
Benhem taxis now display the word Taxi and permit number with the operator name on each cab. The updated branding aligns with municipal rules and enhances visibility for riders and enforcement. Public notices urge citizen support and remind drivers to continue compliance.
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Pumpers Rally For 16 Run Victory Over Jones Field
The Southwest Pump softball team beat Jones Field 16 to 6 Friday night to extend its winning streak to four. Ray Sloan pitched effectively, allowed nine hits with one strikeout and no walks, while also contributing two runs, a home run and three RBIs. Officers committed 12 errors and Grunert faced defensive lapses behind him.
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Nile Kinnick Reported Killed In Air Action
Nile Kinnick, famed University of Town football star, is reported killed in action with the Navy. The Navy notified his parents. he enlisted in 1941 in the naval air corps and served aboard an aircraft carrier in the Pacific. A separate item reports Lalon G W Hulsey injured when his team ran away with him, suffering facial fractures and bruises, taken to a Paris hospital.
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Milk can injures Lannius man foot
Jim Jones of the Lannius community suffered multiple fractures when a full ten gallon milk can fell on his foot. He was reportedly injured recently and received medical attention.
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