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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1919
Page
7
Washington. A war department device, the Ruggles orientator, trains pilots without leaving ground. Two interlocking steel rings rotate to simulate flight with instructor and pupil controlling from inside or outside, testing heart nerves and stomach for flying fitness. The device aims to be standard in flying schools for civilian and military trainees.
The article reports congressional leaders' rejection of a strong red flag bill and outlines proposed penalties. It notes Senator New of Indiana plans to introduce similar measures after the new session, with provisions barring display or use of red flags or rhetoric deemed to incite violence, and penalties up to a $3,000 fine or five years imprisonment.
Laboratory researchers at the Forest Products Laboratory in Madison Wisconsin in partnership with the University of Wisconsin seek to create wood that resists fire and moisture with rapid seasoning. They predict possible wooden houses safer and cheaper than stone or brick within years. Focus also on reducing careless use of matches and cigarettes and applying wartime wood science to peacetime aims.
Treasury officials report public demand for a half-cent coin to simplify revenue payments, but any move hinges on congressional action. Proposals face resistance as extra half-cent taxes already collected from many items bolster state revenue. Revenue bureau aims to curb profiteering and enforce clear tax pricing to customers.
Yeoman Bettie Fisher a second class yeoman (FF) sits at her desk in Meridian Oklahoma, being told by attorney Charles McCauley she inherits 2 million from her uncle John Patrick McGowan. She delays signing papers to finish naval duties, then agrees to discuss the legacy and signs, with a $10,000 band fee noted. She vows to stay on the job until Uncle Sam’s work is done.
Oscar Stanage of Detroit tops all league catchers in point of service. The veteran Tigers backstop enters his eleventh complete season with Detroit and has part of another to his credit since joining in 1908. Eddie Ainsmith, another long-serving catcher, is Stanage's closest rival for longevity.
Hank Gowdy, scarce at home due to fighting in France, recalls three games he pitched during his service. He emphasizes pitching in each appearance, mentioning one victory in a chaotic 17 to 740 clash and describing a lively, rough game atmosphere.
Jack Rogt, a former professional stripper now running a Pasadena cinema palace, hosted the Cubs during spring training to view films showing eight times speed of real plays. The footage emphasizes slow pitches and clearly shows the curved break, producing a comic impression of the game.
Ollie Chill, a Bun Johnson era American league umpire and former box fighter under the name Jack Ryan, hailed from Indianapolis and fought Clar ence Forbes thrice in lively bouts. Bob McGraw returns from France as back on the Yankees managerial staff. Dolan praises St Josephs Western league team in fit shape for season. Chuggins plans cutting costs by adding a kitchenette and folding bed to his automobile.
George Uhle duplicated Rube Waddell’s famed fielding stunt to help the Indians beat the Inland varsity bull nine 9 4. Outfielders left, infielders circled second base as Uhle struck out the final batter in the ninth. The incident, once used by Waddell with Albany, was staged to showcase rookie prowess.
A fragment describes Cubs players reacting to a late game moment at second base and a pitcher turning to watch his pitch as the ball passes. The scene highlights the humor and surprise captured on film with a notable facial expression from the pitcher.
Bert Shotten, the outfielder acquired from the Washington Senators, is appointed Sunday manager of the Cardinals by president and manager Branch Rickey. Rickey notes few players have never played on Sunday, echoing Matty and Big Six who managed from the bench in Cincinnati.
Lieut Lloyd Waite, a former pirate, recalls Germans watching baseball from trenches. He cites Bavarian troops jeering and looting when Americans erred. Manger Fah predicts the Cleveland club finishes strong. Fillingim of the Boston Braves reportedly wins 20 for Newport Naval Reserves, a naval record. A joke notes cod liver oil cannot be taxed as luxury.
A vintage note highlights Joe Jackson wearing the reversed rivet insignia on his shoulder as he belts the ball in a White Sox display. The piece imagines a season split by travels, pitting him against Ty Cobb for a storied batting title while Chicago fans toast or taunt him midseason.
Charles S. Dooin, former Philadelphia manager and catcher for 12 seasons, is appointed manager of Reading in the International League. Kelchner serves as secretary and business manager. Dooin known for pep and long career aims to return to form as player-manager while Reading fans expect strong leadership from his prior major league tenure.
Green's August Flower has long been marketed as a household remedy for constipation and digestive troubles. The passage touts its use for nervous indigestion, liver issues, and low spirits, claiming few doses will relieve symptoms and calling it a gentle laxative distributed by druggists. It also includes a humorous exchange about a misunderstanding at an evening party involving a misidentified Miss Smith.
An Otishe double strength remedy advertises a guaranteed removal of freckles with nightly applications, claiming most become nearly or completely faded. The copy emphasizes money back guarantee and mentions other era ads like Hall's Catarrh Medicine and a quip about doctors underestimating their own illnesses.
Diamond Notes recounts multiple MLB and minor league player moves including Karl Mack taking over Merchants at Baltimore, Lewis an outfielder sold to Memphis Southern League, Bernhard with Arthur Irvin Rochester era, Gil Meyers shipped to St Joseph, Lafayette as a pitching prospect, and Reycraft released to Joplin. Also mentions Walter Johnson staying active, Roy Stunters selling tickets in Kansas City, Ford Schupp to Giants, Ivy Olson improving, Conroy managing shipyard team, Howard Ehmke top on Jennings staff, and Charles Willems set to win games for White Sox.
A wry proverb-like line notes a sagacious person plans an alibi prior to bold ventures. It hints at prudence in risky undertakings and the value of foresight in dangerous or uncertain explorations.
The fragment reflects inner conflict as a speaker notes mockery of a figure named Dshinal i toward reform. It hints at secret sorrow carried by a woman and a paradox where people confront two evils, choosing to embrace both amid limited options.
A vintage ad touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capoutes as a gentle remedy for kidney liver bladder and stomach troubles. It claims relief from fatigue sleeplessness and back pain and urges daily doses to restore health with a druggist refund if not satisfied. It warns to use the original GOLD MEDAL package and avoid substitutes.
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