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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1950

Page

2

Pirates Rally Past Dodgers in Double Steal Thriller

The Pirates edged the Dodgers 3 to 2 as Don Newcombe earned his 11th loss. Brooklyn’s Jack Roey Robinson hit safely and Jim Russell delivered a key fifth inning bunt. Ralph Kiner connected for his 37th homer but then went hitless in later at bats as Pittsburgh built a late lead.

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Giants Fall as Phillies Rally in Moonlit Tilt

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Giants 5 to 4 as Curt Simmons allowed five hits and struck out five for his 16th win. Puddinhead Jones hit his 25th homer and Andy Seminick added his 17th as Philadelphia mounted a three run seventh inning, while Don Mueller was retired on a roller with bases loaded in the fourth. Giants stranded runners as Jayce T. and Jansen held firm, with the Phils backing Simmons' pitching with a ten hit attack.

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Major League Baseball Scores and Schedules Highlight

Snapshot of standings and upcoming games with matchups including Pittsburgh versus Chambers, New York at Chicago, Philadelphia at Cincinnati, Boston at St. Louis, and pitchers Hearn Rush Roberts Raffensberger plus league leaders and yesterday’s results.

Pittsburgh Chambers New York Chicago Hearn Rush Philadelphia Cincinnati Roberts Raffensberger Boston St. Louis Bielford Boyer Detroit St.Louis Cleveland Washington W. L White Reynolds Feller Bearden Gumpert Hooper Johnson Kinder

Good Building for Rent in Suitable Location

An intact building described as suitable for hotel rooming house restaurant soft drink parlor retail storage manufacturing or other business. Floors strong for manufacturing, building in good condition with minor painting and alterations available to fit tenant needs next to Sentinel, contact Sentinel office by telephone 514.

Giants Killer Diller

Eddie Stanky of the New York Giants dazzles with inspired play, earning early praise as a likely contender for top player honors. A feature by Alan Maver notes his sack prowess and impact on the team’s lineup.

Eddie ‘Stanky NEW York Giants Val Wage

Trivia Quiz and Birthday Biographies Recap

A miscued page features quiz prompts on Shenandoah National Park and July 4 independence celebrations plus vocabulary and a long birthday tribute. It recalls William Basie and Frank Leahy with birth details, naval service, and a 1850 death, hinting at a biographical quiz format.

Channel swim feats and shore crowds greet record breaker Florence Chadwick

Florence Chadwick returns to San Diego after completing the English Channel in record time and is celebrated with a city parade and confetti. Mayor Harley Knox declares pride as Chadwick plans to travel to New York for radio and TV appearances. Nearby, a British doctor George Brewster contemplates his 14th and likely last Channel attempt amid cold waters.

Frank George Brewster Florence Chadwick San Diego California Chadwick Harley Knox New York

Channel Swimmers Face Harsh Conditions In Dover Derby

England reports describe the English channel derby as a rough test. Of 24 starters this morning, ten dropped out due to rain, choppy seas and cold. Four swimmers lead the field near Dover, with contenders including two Egyptian officers, a Swedish bank clerk, and a Paris electrician. The sole American starter, 27 year old David Frank, a New York dress designer, was among those who withdrew.

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Noted American Writer and Political Figures Timeline

A column notes Lilian Campbell’s reminiscence of a physician author famed for rest cures, with works like The Case of George Dedlow and Wear and Tear, and lists historic dates from 1858 to 1947, including Lincoln Douglas debates, Trotsky’s assassination, and Bilbo’s death, ending with a miscellany quiz and Confucius quote.

George Dedlow Abraham Lincoln Stephen Douglas Leon Trotsky Mexico City Frank Jackson Maxim Litvinov United States Andrei Gromyko Theodore G. Bilbo Mississippi

Venice film awards honor De Havilland and Olivier

At the Venice festival the Silver Ribbon awards for 1949 1950 named Olivia de Havilland best foreign actress for The Snake Pit Sir Laurence Olivier as director of Henry the Fifth best foreign film Michel Simon earned best foreign actor for The Devil s Beauty The Italian committee announced the prizes.

Venice Italy Olivia de Havilland Laurence Olivier Michel Simon

Floyd Williamson Attends Reunion With Willis Family

Floyd Williamson of Philippi spent the weekend with his sister Mrs J H Willis of Webster and attended the McVicker reunion, returning home after the gathering.

Floyd Williamson Philippi J. H. Willis Webster McVicker

Janet Ceccher waves at Atlantic City pageant scene

FloridAS candidate Janet Ceccher waves from the beach at St Ueersburg as Atlantic City prepares for a Miss America type beauty event. A Swiss stage display and an August 1 independence day celebration are noted in the disorderly report.

Janet Ceccher St.Ueersburg Florida Atlantic City

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