Walter Johnson Courage and Signature in World Series
A 1931 reminiscence by Billy about Walter Johnson as Washington manager and pitcher. Johnson faced nerves signing autographs before the 1924 World Series then pitched bravely in tough losses, inspiring fans with unwavering resolve and a final, victorious performance despite doubts.
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Johnson
Washington
Walter
Hils
McGraw
Giants
Billy
Walter Johnson
Providence
Ben
WWIU
Connie Mack Predicts Baseball On Skyscraper Fields
Connie Mack talks of future baseball fields atop immense skyscrapers with weatherproof vanes to remove rain hazards. He suggests his luck and long career give him insight into predicting events more than one season ahead, calling it visionary.
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Connie Mack
Connie
Leaky Carburators Provoke Fire Risks Says motorists
A damaged carburetor is a potential explosion source. Strong gasoline smell in a closed garage indicates leaks from the float mechanism. Fix by tightening and repairing before backfire or sparks ignite fire that could destroy car and nearby structures. Keep fuel tank shut off when the car is not in service until repairs are completed.
Radio failures rise with billions in losses
Radio manufacturers faced 22 failures totaling 4,300,000 dollars in 1939, following 25 failures recorded in 1929, signaling ongoing instability in the industry and significant financial impact.
Ott Emerges as Baseball Prodigy From Small Town
Mel Ott rose from a one-summer semipro stint in Lou-Islan to join the New York Giants at sixteen and stay. He never played professional ball before, yet slugged with Chuck Klein for the home run crown in 1929 and dominated the league late in the season.
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Melvin Ott
Lou- Islan
New York Giants
Ott
Paterson
Giants
Chuck Klein
Historic Olympic Arena Closes as Boxing Era Fades
Harlem's historic Olympic club on East One Hundred and Thirty-fifth Street has faded from boxing prominence. The arena’s furnishings were sold to cover unpaid rent, and the venue later became known as the Palace Casino. Notable events included Johnson, Welsh, and Klisane bouts, while promoters and figures like McMahon and Weill figured in its history.
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Olympic Arena
McArdle
Jess McMahon
al Weill Wrade
Olympia Club
McMahon
Harlem
Olympic Club
East
One Hundred and Thirty-fifth Street
J. Lewis
Brooklyn
Olga &. Hilliard
John Lester Johnson
Freddie Welsh
Yohnny Klisane
Benny Leonard
Leo Johnson
John the Barber Retsler
Olympia
Palace Casino
Commonwealth
Walkerclub
Tom
Timely and Interesting Bits of Sport
Joe Schultz manages the Houston team in the Texas league this season. San Antonio has numbered its players for ten years claiming the idea started there. Lu Blue, now with the Chicago White Sox, was Detroit Tigers regular first baseman in 1921. Pie Traynor, famed Pirates third baseman, earned the nickname Pie in youth in Somerville Massachusetts after chasing balls into the woods.
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Reading
Pat Pottsville
Harrisburg
Camden
N. J
Wilmington
Del
Inter- State Baseball Association
Robert Emslie
San Antonio
Eece
Lu Blue
Chicago White Sox
Detroit Tigers
Pie Traynor
Pittsburgh Pirates
Pie
Harold
Somerville
Mass
Harper Urges Winning Ethic In College Athletics
Notre Dame athletic director Jesse C. Harper calls for a strong policy of winning in college sports criticizing spiritless play. He aims to rebut critics of college football, stating victories reflect American ideals and the sport should be played to win.
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Jesse C. Harper
Notre Dame
Harper
Mr. Harper
Automobile Lubrication Is Important Duty for Driver
W. McKinley, a research engineer, stresses motorists should follow car manuals for reduced upkeep and better performance. He notes the oil film between moving parts is extremely thin, the oil filter must be serviced every 10 000 miles, and improper lubrication leads to engine wear and higher repair costs.
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W. ©. McKinley
McKinley
Valve Spring Repair Using Ordinary Washer
A valve spring break leaves pieces misaligned and free of pressure. In an emergency, an ordinary washer can keep spring portions apart until proper core replacement, as shown in the Popular Science Monthly illustration.
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Popular Science Monthly
Hay Storage Building Provides Protection on the Farm
W A Radford explains a low cost open sided hay storage shed with a steep gable roof designed to shed rain and snow. The 60 by 24 foot structure rests on concrete footings, holds about 110 tons of loose hay, and can be sized to fit specific farm needs.
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W. A. Radford
William A. Radford
William. A. Radford
South Deaform Street
Chiezgo
Ill
Proper Hinges for Livable Homes and Privacy
An analysis of hinge design notes the friction hinge as a key advance for homes. It holds doors in chosen positions for ventilation or privacy without excessive effort. The article highlights suitability for bedroom and mirror doors and emphasizes selecting hinges per door location.
House Architecture Seeks Simplicity in Coming Year
Architects forecast a shift toward economically planned, sturdy houses in American homes. The Norman French design appeal grows as builders favor straightforward methods and materials, aligning with practical construction and interior finishes.
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Normandy
Lotre
Simplicity in Colonial Style Home Painting and Landscaping
The piece argues that simple color schemes dominate colonial style homes and that white or cream should cover the entire exterior. It notes natural trees create framing views and warns that removing trees hurts charm. Feature contrast in paint should be limited to select details to preserve overall simplicity.
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New England
Old
Gerald Geerlings
Mr. Geerlings
Too Many Beds Spoiling the Garden Advice
The piece warns against excessive flower beds disrupting landscape design. It recommends hardy flowering shrubs for plantings up to 10 or 12 feet in height, noting their longevity and lasting flowering effect. Shrubs maintain beauty during long absences.
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Billy Evansiter
Cleveland Indians
Gilldand
New Haven
Ralph Sasse
West Point ‘Military, Academy
Ban Johnson
Ning Tut
Minneapolis
Tat
Steve Warrell
The
University of Rlichigan
Ratts
London
Cape Town
Africa
Geoffrey Malin
Stanley
Riley
Severn
Littiermown
Joe Schultz
Houstonlub
Wade Killefer
Mission
St Louis Browns
Mexico City
Ty Cobb
Alordecai Brown
Bill Moore
Phillies
Kansas City
Kan
Gar Wood
George Kojac
Rutgers
Payne Whitney
Yale University
E. Johnny Layton
Roy Jacobs
Los Angeles
Elmer Jacobs
San Francisco
Bunner
Aris- South
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