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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1950

Page

2

Ransom Wins World Golf Title At Chicago

Henry Ransom of Dallas won the World golf title at Chicago with a sensational five hole streak to beat Harbert 69 72. He earned $11,000 bringing his career money to $18,885 and claimed his first major triumph in 13 years on the tour. Harbert earned $5,000 for second.

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HADACOL Promises Quick Health Boost for Housewife

Mrs. M Shuff of Ville Platte Louisiana lauds HADACOL claiming it restores energy after long farm days. She credits 15 bottles with improved sleep and no fatigue while her hemoglobin improves as Iron supports vitamin delivery. The ad urges readers to try HADACOL with a money back guarantee and trial sizes pricing.

Hilton Shuff Box Ville Platte Louisiana Gugier

Good building for rent next to Telephone 514 Sentinel office

A well maintained building offers space suitable for many uses including hotel rooming house restaurant soft drink parlor retail or storage with floors strong enough for manufacturing. It is in good condition though needs painting and minor alterations to fit tenant needs.

Brave Pitcher for another birdie on the front nine

Ransom forged a remarkable streak by not making a par through ten holes. Starting at No. 1 and finishing at No. 16, he was one over par four times and under par six times, reflecting a run of aggressive play and steady scoring.

Ransom

Major League Baseball Results and Standings

Yesterday's MLB scores show Cincinnati defeating Pittsburgh 13 to 8 and Chicago beating St. Louis 7 to 6. Standings list Philadelphia, Boston, Brooklyn, St. Louis, New York, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Pittsburgh with games back and win totals, plus today's scheduled games in New York, Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, and St. Louis at Milwaukee.

Cincinnati Pittsburgh Chicago St. Louis Philadelphia Boston Brooklyn New York Roedarsen Mo Sain Simmong Blackwell Werle Minner New York

Only game schedules and wartime ship news fragment

The page lists one scheduled baseball game between New York teams and multiple other matchups with pitchers and records. It also reports a wartime shipyard operation turning two Liberty ships into a Superliberty ship, detailing gross weight and speed. A Silver Star nomination notes heroism under heavy fire, and battle actions include rescuing wounded and capturing enemy prisoners behind lines.

Genoa Red Sea Westcott Sever

Bronx Zoo Nostalgia and Oddities From a Curious Writer

The author recalls early visits to the Bronx Zoo from Westchester and contrasts it with today’s Central Park Zoo. He notes the zoo’s founding in 1899, its vast animal population including a long list of species, and quirky anecdotes about staff and exhibits. He muses on costs and peculiarities while joking about rules and visitors.

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Cleveland Beats Detroit 4-2 in Ten Innings

In a tense American League clash at the ballpark, Cleveland tops Detroit 4-2 after ten innings. The game featured late scoring, with Cleveland breaking the tie in extras as Detroit falls short.

For Sale Homes in Blueville and Park View Areas

For sale listings include a 2 story frame dwelling at 15 E Knotts Avenue with 8 rooms and coal furnace priced at 5500. A fine 7 room frame dwelling in Blueville with basement and coal furnace and a 45 room Batata apartment with gas floor furnace on Pottery Lane in Parkview. A good 6 room cottage with gas floor furnace on Lot 80 by 105 priced at 4300. C C Richman & Son Insurance and Real Estate at 201 W Main St.

E. Knotts Avenue Blueville Liememmetiaeriat Pottery Lane Park

Soap Box Champ Harold Williamson Wins Derby Honor

Harold David Williamson aged 15 of Charleston West Virginia wins the 13th annual Soap Box Derby earning a $5000 scholarship. He is pictured after victory in Akron sponsored by Jon Gazette, representing international interest.

Harold David Williamson Charleston W. Va Airoo Harold Jon Gazette International

Young American and Korean guerrillas lead risky Korean War patrols

First Lieut Paul J. Kelly of the First Cavalry division commands a Fifth Cavalry Intelligence unit with South Korean guerrillas, including two women who pack pistols and help in villages. The group, praised by Kelly and cited by Master Sgt. Carl D. Martain, undertakes night patrols behind enemy lines amid harsh conditions and heroics.

Sconnmued Som Paul J. Kelly Grafton W. Va First Cavalry Division Kelly Fifth Cavalry Regiment Corp Gerald Westcott Bolivar

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