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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1951
Page
8
A diary style golf column describes lo-ball and lo-hi scoring, Prox measures, and adjustment strokes with figures and anecdotes. The piece shifts to a legal notice, Resolution No. 182, authorizing repaving and resurfacing of numerous downtown streets in Lawrence Kansas, citing statutory authority and public travel needs.
Brooklyn scouts map rookies and veteran mix as manager outlines lineup depth. Pitching targets include Ray Moore Chris Van Cayk and Don Thompson while Lamarr Bridges and Jim Maxes push for major league roles. He notes war veterans and family men fill most rosters and predicts a tight race with New York Philadelphia Boston and St. Louis.
The piece profiles Wayne Louderback a Fort Scott native known as Mr. Tabulation and The Voice. He compiles game stats for Kansas University basketball and often appears on radio to read scores while earning teammates’ respect.
Haskell faced snow delays and a pressing Highland Park defense. Highland Park shot 40 percent to Haskell's 22, led by Bill Cannon with 15 points and Brook in repeat form. The A team fell 74 to 48, while the B squad lost 80 to 61.
Bonn Jan 31 the West German government refused to deal with new proposals for national unity. Officials said the East German overture, allegedly Russian inspired, would be addressed by the West German parliament. The move aims to slow Western defense contributions and confuse the German people.
A year ago the Pirates reportedly paid a record 100000 to sign Letty Pettit, an 18 year old high school pitcher. Notes also reference Lynn Waldorf’s coaching contract at Northwestern and past notable game times and golf events.
London reports the death of Sir Charles B Cochran a premier actor manager and producer at Westminster hospital aged 78 He mentored stars such as Bernhardt Duse Sacha Guitry and Chaliapin after a career starting in New York in 1892 and later focusing on producing due to self described poor acting skills.
A roundup of college and local basketball results including Butler at 85 over Colisg Dame 75, William Jewell 61 over Tarkio 64, Bethel 96 over Culver-Brockton, William Penn 41 over Rockburnt 64, Texas Christians Baylor 75 over Arkansas Tech, Seattle 70 over Southern States, Planeview 69 over Wichita State, St. Marys 51, Whitewater 0, and several other small-school showings across Missouri Kansas and nearby towns with varied margins.
In baseball signings reported across the American and National Leagues new pitchers rim the headlines. New York adds Jon Ostrowski and Alex Kellner as southpaw talents while Chicago signs Al Zarilla the outfielder. National League sees Clint Hartung Monte Kennedy join New York as pitchers, Brooklyn welcomes Chiia Van Cuyk Clem Labine as rookies along with catchers Steve Lembo Dick Teed. Helder Bill Sharman also appears among signings with Rookie Pitcher Murray noted.
The city assembles street improvements from 7th to 13th streets and Oread Avenue to 13th Street with costs borne by city funds. Adoption dated January 9 by Mayor William Turner and City Clerk H. Fisher. Also notice of Kansas corporate withdrawal and bid call for hot mix paving with plans available at City Engineer office. deposit required.
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