Lou Gehrig Starts Rest From Field Bench On May Day
New York May 3 Lou Gehrig the Iron Horse sits on the Yankee bench for the first time in nearly 14 years as Babe Dahlgren handles first base. Gehrig, after 2 130 consecutive games, admits his legs and batting eye failed to respond despite long efforts in Florida and idle winter. Manager Joe McCarthy notes Dahlgren at first as Gehrig contemplates his career while fans cheer his return to the stands.
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Woodruff Looks Good For His Finest Year
Pitt coach Carl Olson hails Johnny Woodruff as stronger smarter and better trained for his final collegiate year in track The Penn meet performance and recent relay success hint at a breakout season as NCAA and 4-A meets approach with Woodruff aiming for the 800 meter Olympic crown among his laurels
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McGhumphy Renominated Mayor in Wellsburg Primary
Raephblickas renominated Charles McGhumphy for a sixth mayoral term in a Wellsburg primary vote held yesterday. He defeated Frank Wade. Police Chief Paul Arthur and Collector-Treasurer Walter H. Lewis also won renomination.
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Huntington Still Leads State League Amid Cold Weather
The Bluefield Bluegrays and Logan Indians rose in the Mountain State league Wednesday but trailed Huntington. Bluefield beat Williamson 10 to 4, while Logan defeated Ashland 9 to 2. Huntington and Welch were idle due to cold weather. Bluefield to Ashland, Welch to Williamson, Huntington to Logan.
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Giants look terrible in preview of Derby week
Giants appear off form as turf experts warn a big stake rides on Johnstown for Saturday. Insider chatter worries the Woodward colt may tire before the big event while Go is urged to catch his farewell tour now. Also notes Dodger bullpen antics and Gehrig on the Yankee bench. Texas Christian students rate football top to watch, tennis top to play.
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Theft Admitted In Payetteville Case Names Held
Payetteville May 3 Robert Sweet and Jesse Adkins admitted stealing tires from 1980 Worth. Deputy Sheriff Clark reported both men are held for grand jury action.
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Fifteen Expected To Run In Derby
Louisville today buzzed with Derby fever as a field of fifteen three year olds, down from an initial 115, prepared for the sixtieth Kentucky Derby. Viscounty and Johnstown led the betting with Inspeot and Technician close behind. odds shifted, fans arrived, and Derby Week transformed Louisville into a festive horse racing capital.
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Fights Last Night Roundup
In New York Norment Quarles outpointed Tommy Spiegel in a close decision. In Detroit Don Sigel knocked out Fréddie Hollis in the first round. In Los Angeles Mike Belloise outpointed Georg Hansford over ten rounds.
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Sophomores Triumph Over Frosh On Athletic Field
Sophomores routed the Frosh 12 to 8 in seven innings at Athletic field yesterday afternoon. Demko pitched well for the winners allowing eight singles and one double. Linn and Jones led the Sophs with strong hitting as nine stolen bases and eight strikeouts were recorded. Frosh committed five errors and Skrzgs made the sole fielding misplay. Box score follows.
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Mrs Gehrig pleased over Lou's resting
Larchmont New York May 3 Eleanor Gehrig speaks of her husband's career with the New York Yankees. She describes his record of 2130 consecutive games and reflects on his retirement after a 14 year career. She notes their talk before the train trip to Detroit and conveys quiet weariness as she recalls his achievements.
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Major League Standings and Results Snippet
New York beat Cincinnati 8 to 7 and Philadelphia 6 to 1 led yesterday’s results with Chicago 1 to 1, St Louis 2 to 1, Boston 1 to 3, Pittsburgh 3 to 2. Today Cincinnati visits New York, Chicago hosts Philadelphia, St Louis plays Boston, Pittsburgh faces Brooklyn. American League totals show New York 22, Detroit 2 and Boston Cleveland game noted with cold weather. The feature remarks on Lou Gehrig’s health and habits as described by his wife, highlighting health, lifestyle, and financial planning.
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Collision Fatal in Mascus Ohio Claims Local Teacher
Mrs. Mary Hornish Dutton aged 75 a former Marshall County teacher was killed in an auto truck collision yesterday in Mascus Ohio. Her body was to be taken to Wheeling for burial.
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Ott At Third Aids New York Check Streak
Mel Ott sparked the Giants with a heroics at third base and a late homer to beat the Reds 8-7, ending a five-game slide. Joe DiMaggio’s Yankees routed the Tigers 22-2 to reclaim first, while the White Sox, Senators, and Pirates also posted wins.
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Yesterday's stars shine in tense baseball slate
Ott hit a home run with two on as the Giants beat the Reds 3-2. Romven snapped a long Reds streak with a key double. Pirates held down the area to three hits as their winning run came in. Bow featured in the Cardinals 2-1 victory. Ferrell drove in three for the Senators in a 9-7 win over the Browns.
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Notice to creditors in Harrison C. Shafferman estate
Commissioner of Accounts William P. Sampler warns all creditors and beneficiaries of Harrison C. Shafferman, deceased, to present claims with vouchers to his office in the Taylor County Bank Building, Grafton WV, by October 30, 1938, or be excluded from the estate. Beneficiaries must appear April 25, 1939 to protect their interests. Public notice issued April 26, 1939.
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House Fire Destroys Home of Indian Creek Minister
A kitchen fire spread from woodwork in the home of the Rev Tesac Mullens at Indian Creek, destroying a four-room house and causing about 700 dollars in damage. The incident was reported from Pineville on May 3. D. J. Sihler of Wheeling, West Virginia advertises house raising and moving services.
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