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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1949

Page

2

Rickey Sets Dodger Cardinal Series to Decide NL Flag

The World Series atmosphere hits Ebbets Field as the St. Louis Cardinals face the Brooklyn Dodgers in a pivotal two day playoff in Flatbush. Branch Rickey predicts the winner will represent the senior circuit in the World Series amid a doubleheader and charity receipts.

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Mize Moves From Giants To Yankees In Surprise Deal

New York Yankees acquire 36 year old first baseman Big John Mize from the Giants in a sudden deal. The surprise transaction sends him into uniform immediately as he heads by midnight train toward Detroit for the pennant chase.

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Baseball Briefs from Major League Results and Schedules

AP notes yesterday's Major League results led by Boston 7, Brooklyn 6. Today's games feature St Louis at Brooklyn with Braile and Munger facing Hatten and Roe. Also Pittsburgh at Boston, Chicago at New York, and Philadelphia at Chicago among others with probable pitchers listed.

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Boston Red Sox New Prospect Maurice Undermott Emerges

Slim portsider Maurice Undermott, recalled from Louisville, boosts the Boston Red Sox lineup with his speed and fielding. His recall adds stability to Fenway's outfield depth and excites fans after a strong spring showing.

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McCafferty Family Remains Listed in Obituary Update

The obituary notice for Patricia, Philomena, and Saraly Rose along with surviving siblings John L. McCafferty of Newark Ohio and Charles C. McCafferty of Columbus Onis details two sisters Mrs William Foerster Flushing Michigan and Mrs Gorge Ridgeway It notes two grandchildren and mentions extended relatives. The article alludes to government contract inquiries and health issues hindering testimony from James V Hunt and David Bennett amid issues tied to Maj Gen Harry H Vaughan and a perfume company funding deepfreeze units.

Patricia Philomena Saraly Rose John L. Mccafferty Newark Ohio Charles C. McCafferty Columbus Onis William Foerster Flushing New Gorge Ridgeway Michigan James V. Hun Washington Hunt New York Herald-Tribune David Bennett Albert Wesley Perfume Co Bennett Harry H. Vaughan Truman Vaughan William P. Ro Rovers

Lewis Seeks New Contract Amid Shrinking Stockpiles

As U M W week consumes about 9 million tons weekly, industry expects a faster rate when cool weather arrives. With smaller stockpiles, Lewis gains bargaining leverage and may delay concrete contract terms until stockpiles are low, aiming for a showdown well after Labor Day. Also notes lingering perfume details of historical figures and scents.

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Wife Preservers: Water and Lemon Remove Vase Film

The white film forming in vases that hold water for long periods with foliage can be removed by adding a little water and a few slices of lemon, letting it stand a few days, then rinsing out.

Heat wave drives Parisian to paint self for stroll

A Parisian, irritated by the heat, strips and walks in nine coats of green paint to stay cool. The curious anecdote follows a tapestry of quirky lines about luck and old beliefs, with references to perfumes, colors, and ancient practices.

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