Oscar Tschirky, Waldorf Maitre D'hotel, dies at 83
Oscar Tschirky, famed as Oscar of the Waldorf, died at his New Paltz home aged 83. He retired in 1948 after serving the Waldorf-Astoria at 34th Street and Fifth Avenue and the Park Avenue location. The piece notes water sources supplying four fifths of the nation’s aging streams and lakes.
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Legal Notice in Herndon Thomas Case Warns Defendants
The defendants and parties named are warned to appear in this court within thirty days to answer the complaint. Witness my hand and the seal of the court dated October 16, 1950.
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Rickey to Lead Pirates as New GM in Pittsburgh
Branch Rickey accepts a five year plus five extension option as vice president and general manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Roy Hamey may stay in a reduced role while Rickey and his son prepare to oversee player operations amid recent franchise upheaval.
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Army Regains Top Spot in Grid Ranks
New York November 7 Army regains the No 1 position in the AP college football poll from SMU. Ohio State moved to second after gaining 2 402 points to Army 2 451. Army 28 13 beat Penn as Ohio State toppled Northwestern 32 0 and prepares to meet Wisconsin after facing New Mexico this week.
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Mikan Eyes Forward Move Amid Career Spotlight
New York reports George Mikan, a famed center, hints at trying forward to increase shooting opportunities while maintaining high scoring. The piece notes his 27 points per game, lists rivals dropped from teams, and tucks in a flurry of assorted sports snippets from boxing to college football.
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Southwest Conference tensions loom in Texas showdown
In the Southwest Conference race Texas rides unbeaten in league play. Texas faces Baylor and Texas Christian with Arkansas and SMU looming, while coaches caution that mental attitude decides outcomes. The wild league provides intrigue as stakes rise toward the Cotton Bowl.
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Juniors Triumph 19 6 Over Magnolia in League Opener
Local high school action features the Juniors defeating Magnolia Juniors 19 to 6 in the first meeting. Also noted are upcoming games: Yerger Tigers at Dunbar High in Little Rock and Hope Bobcats heading to Arkadelphia to face the Badgers. A college poll snippet ranks teams with Army atop a top ten list.
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Yerger Tigers
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Badgers
Arkansas Razorbacks Hope For Fight After A&M Defeat
Nov 7 report from Little Rock notes Razorbacks coach Otis Douglas facing a turning point after a heavy loss to Texas A&M. He urges a fighting mindset for the Rice Owls game, praising homecoming support from fans including Governor McMath. Players admit issues with protection and execution, but morale surges from public backing.
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Mike
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Fayetteville
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Why a College Education Is Important Essay Contest
A high school student submitting a 500 word essay approved by a teacher can win a one year scholarship worth 1000 dollars to any accredited college or university. Monthly prizes include 100 dollars for second place and 50 dollars for third. Send entries to Lion Oil Scholarship Fund El Dorado Arkansas with the November 15 1950 closing date for the second contest. The subject for the remaining four contests will be announced before each contest.
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Lion Oil Scholarship Fund
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