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Grafton Sentinel

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1949

Page

2

Dimaggio Twins Salute Red Sox Power in 4-2 Win

Dom Dimaggio belted a homer and a triple and scored twice to lift Boston over New York 4-2, ending an eight game skid as Joe Dimaggio struggled for the Yankees. Mickey McDermott allowed four hits in seven innings for Boston. Dom’s two hits brought his season total to 93 and a .332 average. Joe Dimaggio went 2-for-4 with a double, a single and two walks for the Yankees. Cleveland beat Detroit 8-1, with Frank Papish earning his first win for the Indians.

Washington DiMaggio Dom Big Brother Joe Teavner Detroit George Kell Boston Red Sox Mead New York Yankees Red Sox Yankees Bader Phil Rigzuto Wilks Catter Boston Dominick Dam Maurice Mickey) McDermott Philadelphia Athletics Cleveland Indians Tigers Frank Papish Cleveland Associated Press Dom DiMaggio Iead Ken Heintzelman Phils Brooklyn Dodgers

Classified Advertising Rates and Notices Summary

Classified ads detail per word pricing for first insertions and multiple insertions, with a minimum charge of 75 cents. Readable items include for sale of pets and objects, employment, lost and found, and job requests, with contact phone numbers and addresses. Multiple listings show varied items such as pianos, horses, furniture, vehicles, and services. The text notes advance payment and classification rules, plus an assorted mix of sale notices and help-wanted spots.

The Sentinel

Excellent Salaried Profession Open to Local Woman

The Grafton Sentinel seeks a local woman for a linotype operator role starting September 1. Requirements include high school education, strong English, and spelling. piano and typing help. Training offered locally or at linotype school. must qualify as a beginner operator by Sept 1. telephone or write to arrange appointment.

The Sentinel Grafton Linotype

Card of Thanks and Legal Notice in Graf ton area

Card of thanks expresses gratitude to neighbors in Graf ton Webster and many friends for support during bereavement. Acknowledges Dr R D Stout hospital staff nurses floral tributes car donations and consoling words from local clergy and music thanks Bartlett Funeral Home. Also a legal notice from Mary M Scott denying debt responsibility and listing address and date.

Grafton and Webster R. D. Stout Robert G McKinney F. Carl Davis Frank Brandon C. Burl Masoni Madge DeMoss Ronald T. Knotts Bartlett Funeral Home Dellett Newton Fe

Browns Rally Past White Sox In Big Seventh

Joé Gordon sparked a 14 hit Browns attack with two singles and his 13th homer as St Louis scored six in the seventh to beat Chicago 5 The error on a play at the plate allowed two runs to score after Paul Lehner’s bases loaded single and a wild throw by catcher Joe Tipton helped plate runners. Meanwhile the St Louis Cardinals outslugged Brooklyn 2 1 in 10 innings to narrow the NL lead, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Dodgers 7 2.

Joé Gordon Bengal St. Louis’ Browns Chicago White Sox Paul Lehner Joe Tipton St. Louis Cardinals Brooklyn

Baseball scores and standings brief from today’s games

National League and American League results outline key matchups. Brooklyn defeated Philadelphia and St. Louis beat Chicago in extra innings, with Boston and New York posting wins. Cleveland routed Detroit while St. Louis topped Chicago again. Standings show New York and Boston leading in their leagues.

Associated Press Boston Branca Icktard Philadelphia New York Borony Koslo St. Louis Pitsouker Chesues Chicusu Cimenhall Dubiel Raftensberger Why Mune Byrne Coleman Cleveland Chicago Lemon Kuzava Detroit Trucks Washington Kinder Hudson National League Brooklyn Pittsburgh Cincinnati American League Pittsbur James Freeman Clarke

New York Storm Sparks Deaths After Gales Hit City

A rapid 50 mph gale and sudden heat drop caused deadly accidents in New York as seven people died. Erica Rosenbaum and Patricia Leavy were photographed braving the wind as onlookers worried about skirting and safety.

New York Erica Rosenbaum Eft Patricia Leavy

Opportune Time For Kiner To Tie Babe Ruth's Record

New York reports that Ralph Kiner of the Pittsburgh Pirates is on track to tie Babe Ruth's single season home run mark of 60. Through early July he has 21 homers and a .244 average, leading the pace ahead of Ted Williams and rival sluggers. Kiner notes left-handed limits may exist, but he aims for the record as All-Star break nears.

New York Ralph Kiner Pittsburgh Pirates Babe Ruth Bie Buck Ruth Kiner Kiner Jong Ted Williams Boston Red Sox William Incluim Ruth Hank Greenberg Jimmy Fox Hack Wilson Johnny Mize

Cochran Wins White Sulphur Springs Golf Title

Ann Cochran of Parkersburg won the fifth State Women's Amateur Golf Title at White Sulphur Springs, taking the finals four up with three to play over Mrs. Sy Bloom of Logan who returned to tournament play for the first time since 1936.

White Sulphur Springs Ann Cochran Parkersburs Sy Bloom Logan

Press Confab Depresses Judith and Maryland Tensions

Enforcement officers from Maryland and Virginia watched for flareups after a tense incident near Smith Island. Calvin Marsh Jr. reported being about 150 feet from Nelson’s boat when a Virginian plane landed and a shot rang out. Marsh found Nelson slumped aboard as the plane taxied away. Banking Commissioner Hoffman called banks and trust companies to report their condition as of June 30.

Maryland Calvin Marsh, Jr Smith Island Nelson Charleston John H. Hoffman

Charles Beating Joe Louis' Mark in Title Bout

In New York the young challenger Charles, 19, aims to beat Joe Louis’ heavyweight record as he defends his crown. The bout against Old Jersey Joe Walcott is set for August 10 at Yankee Stadium, just 49 days after winning the title. Gus Lesnevich, former world champion, lends heavy support in this 15 round event.

New York City Judith Coplon Justice Department Archibald Palmer Miss Copton New York Festial International Ford Charles Cary Joe Lous Lous Chivaso Gus Lesnevich New Yorks Yankee Stadium Charles Joe Walcott

Border shooting follows fishing rights dispute

Police report sporadic gunfire linked to a long border dispute over fishing rights between rivals. Separate meetings were planned today in Crisfield and Salisbury to calm tensions as authorities note limited arrests for unlicensed crossings near the Potomac and Tang rivers.

Salisbury Maland Nelsson Albert Rich Crisfield

Local Crabbing Boundaries Questioned by State Officials

Officials discuss fishing and crabbing boundaries while noting recent permits for commercial crabbing by out-of-state residents. Rich remarks that the issue was not taken seriously locally.

Mariana Virginia Rich

ASB Cleaning Stove With Cheesecloth Method

A dated instruction advises removing burnt food from a gas oven by dampening cheesecloth with household cleaner and laying it over the range portion to be cleaned. Allow the cloth to dry completely, then wash the area with hot soapy water.

Poignant Note on Demographics and Afghan History

The text notes that about 7.6 percent of people in the United States are seven years old or older. It states Afghanistan became a political entity in 1747, arising after eras of smaller states under diverse rulers.

United States Afghanistan

Neighborhood tennis court hosts free shared games

In the street near Aunt Penny a completed neighborhood court sees players busy most days. A singles match drew others who joined for a doubles game, illustrating the idea of sharing resources like party line telephone service, which serves more people sooner. The note ends with Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company of West Virginia.

Tve The Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Company of West Virginia

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