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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1950
Page
2
The piece argues MLBs used a livelier ball boosts home runs but cites historical records showing long-ball surges long before 1950. It notes pitchers like Walt Dubiel and Ven Cayk matched zero-homer duels, while Ruth’s 60-homer season remains unbroken, suggesting the ball alone isn’t the sole factor.
William H. Cane known as Mr Trotting, builder of the Hambletonian Stakes, presents a prominent spot in the romming of the classic to be held at his Goshen track on August 2.
Braves overpower Pirates 11 to 3 as Warren Spahn earns the win. Sid Gordon and Buddy Kerr drive in three Braves runs each, while Walker Cooper belts his 10th homer with two aboard. Gus Bell is the lone Pirate to solve Spahn, collecting three hits and driving in all three runs. The Pittsburgh mix includes three unearned runs in the fourth inning after three errors.
The Giants acquired Jim Hearn from the St. Louis Cardinals for 10000 dollars. In his first start with New York he shut down Cincinnati Reds, allowing four singles and one walk through eight innings before a ninth inning walk. Hearn, six feet three and 200 pounds, has a powerful fastball and sharp curve, though he once struggled with arm soreness and a questioned mental approach. If he stays serious, he could be the best ten thousand dollars Turner and Torgeson ever spent for the club.
National and American leagues show standings with teams Boston Philadelphia St Louis Brooklyn Cincinnati and New York. Yesterday results include Cincinnati beating New York 1 11 and Philadelphia 21 Chicago 5 while Boston 11 Pittsburgh 1 and Detroit 5 4 28 highlight a busy schedule with multiple double headers and pending matchups.
Belle's Newsstand defeated the Hilltoppers 1-0 in a five inning game. Winning pitcher Frye hit a three bagger with one on in the fourth inning to seal the win. Shroyer took the loss for the Hilltoppers. Belle's record stands at a win and a defeat with a next game against a Hilltop team.
Link Robinson of 519 Lind Street Newport Kentucky extols Hadacol claiming it cured his stomach gas pains bloating and nervousness after steel work. He says after two bottles he can eat what he wants and feels better with improved blood iron delivery to organs. Trial size 1.25 large family or hospital 3.50. ©1950 LeBlanc Corporation.
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