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Linton Daily Citizen

Location

Linton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1952

Page

6

Giants Rally Past Dodgers In Five Hour Thriller

Shantz becomes first 20 win pitcher as he leads the Athletics past the Red Sox 5 3 in a rain suspended game. Giants win dramatic 7 6 over the Dodgers with Bobby Thomson delivering the tying hit and Don Mueller the go ahead RBI in extras.

New York Dodgers Bobby Hofmann Henry Thompson Giants Jim Rhodes Jackie Robinson Bobby Thomson Don Mueller Rhodes

Satterfield Johnson Set Tonight in Chicago Stadium

Harold Johnson of Philadelphia is favored 5 to 2 to upset Chicago’s Bob Satterfield in the 10 round TV fight at the Chicago Stadium. Johnson’s recent win over Clarence Henry boosts confidence, while Satterfield’s volatility—big knockout power or a defeat—adds to the anticipation of a decisive finish.

Chicago U.P Harold Johnson Philadelphia Bob Satterfield Johnson Clarence Henry Satterfield Los Angeles Henry

Standings and Tuesday results from the major leagues

American League standings show New York 63 43 and Cleveland 57 55 with Boston 55 46 and Philadelphia 51 48. Tuesday results include Philadelphia 5 Boston 3 and New York 3 Washington 2 in seven innings due to rain. St Louis 5 Detroit 1. Cleveland 6 Chicago 0 in a doubleheader. National League leads Brooklyn 66 31 and New York 61 37 with St Louis 69 44 and Philadelphia 54 47. Tuesday games: New York 7 Brooklyn 6 in 15 innings. Cincinnati 4 Chicago 0. St Louis 4 Pittsburgh 3 in 12. Philadelphia at Boston postponed by rain.

New York Cleveland Boston Washington T's Philadelphia Chicago St. Louis Detroit Il Pet G.B. Brooklyn Cincinnati Pittsburgh Brooklyn

Branstetter Wins in National Fisher Body Contest

Jimmy H. Branstetter of Linton earned an honorable mention in the Senior Division of the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild model car competition. Indiana youths captured multiple awards including $700 in cash and tool chests as regional winners were announced in Detroit. Eight regional winners will compete for university scholarships totaling up to $4,000 each, with results to be announced at the Guild banquet in Detroit in August 1922.

Detroit Mich U.P Jimmy H. Branstetter Linton Fisher Body Craftsman’s Guild Indiana William D. Morgan New Albany Henry Huizenga Munster General Motors

Shriner to Join Harris at Hoosier Stars of 1952

Indiana's Centennial State Fair entertainment committee announced comedian Herb Shriner will join band leader Phil Harris to headline the Hoosier Stars of 1952 at the Coliseum August 28 to 31. The lineup also features the Sportmen's Quartet the Four Step Brothers the Honey Brothers and the Rexford Trio.

Indianapolis U.P Indiana Centennial State Fair Entertainment Committee Today Herb Shriner Shriner Fort Wayne Phil Harris Linton Four Step Brothers Honey Brothers Rexford

Tea price in England doubles from 30 to 60 a pound in 1650

In 1650 tea cost between 30 and 60 pounds per pound in England, reflecting rising value and demand for tea during that period.

England

New York Emerges Hub for Printing and Publishing

About one sixth of all printing and publishing establishments in the United States are located in New York state. The first United States mayor chosen by popular vote was Cornelius Lawrence of New York in 1791.

The United States New York State Cornelius Lawrence New York

K G League Nears Season Windup With Key Showdown

One game left in the K G baseball season as Linton beats Switzers 17-10 under lights at High School Park. Freelandville defeats Bloomfield 11-0 in five innings with King on the mound. Solsberry faces Sandborn Edwardsport tonight as Knoxers eye an all star series next week if they win.

High School Park Linton Swifz City Hineman Corbin Rhodenbeck Linton Lads Aldridge Todd Gastineau Switzers Freelandville Bloomfield

Gaming Fee Payers Are Few in State

The U S Bureau of Internal Revenue released a partial list of 251 individuals who paid $50 for a gambling tax stamp valid until July next year. A second list, similar in size, was prepared by Collector Ralph W. Cripe for morning and afternoon papers. Indianapolis led with 71 addresses in the first roll. Fewer than half of Indiana counties and under 100 towns appear on the list, and officials cannot explain the drop in stamp sales since the law’s start.

Indianapolis U.P U. S. Bureau of Internal Revenue Ralph W. Cripe Cripe

Government approves aluminum price rise totaling $50 million yearly

Washington officials authorized a price rise totaling about 50 million dollars annually for aluminum producers under Office of Price Stabilization rules. Some portion of the increase may be passed to consumers later, though no final decision has been made. The action set an initial one cent per pound increase.

Washington U.P Office of Price Stabilization Regulation

Continental divide links Mexico to Glacier Park and Canada

The text notes the Continental Divide runs from Mexico through New Mexico Colorado and Wyoming to Yellowstone, forms part of the Idaho Montana boundary, then crosses western Montana to Glacier Park and into Canada. It also includes various trivia items on animals and history.

Mexico New Meico Colorado Wyoming Yellowstone Park Idaho- Montana Montana Glacier Park Canada

Aluminum firms raise prices to restore profits

Producers of primary aluminum, alloys and ingots hike prices by about five percent for other primary aluminum mill products. The increases follow higher freight, material and labor costs and aim to restore pre Korean War dollars and cents profits. The rise covers the big three firms Aluminum Company of America Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corp and Reynolds Metals Co and other primary fabricators.

Aluminum Company of America Kaiser Aluminum & Chemical Corp Reynolds Metals Co

Factory Layoffs Decline in Nation

The Labor Department said factory layoffs in June fell to 10 per 1000 workers from 11 per 1000 the prior month, despite a nationwide steel strike.

Washington U.P Labor Department Department Bureau of Labor Statistics

Crushed by Crowbar Fatality In Stendal Home Repair

Mrs. Maggie Essman aged 62 from Stendal died in Daviess County Hospital after a crowbar used in home repairs fell on her head, crushing her skull. The accident occurred Tuesday night in Washington, Indiana, with the bar striking her earlier that day.

Washington Ind U.P Maggie Essman Stendal Daviess County Hospital Essman

Mishap Takes Life Of Indianapolis Worker

Vester McGee, 63, a highway construction worker from Indianapolis, was fatally injured when a heavy wooden form used in laying concrete fell on him from a hoist.

Indianapolis Vester McGee

Bargain House Unloaded After Hospital Plot

In Marion Illinois two coal miners say they bought a dilapidated Dennison mansion for 27.50 from a man claiming to be a contractor Fe Baston. After dismantling some fixtures they learned the house belongs to the new hospital and they are glad to surrender the misdeal.

Marion Ill U.P Vernell Gulledge Lester Wells Ora Kirby Dennison FE. E. Dennison FE. W. Baston Gurledge Wells Baston Barron Kirby Gulledge

How Do It How Do It Echoed Bill Jones Dialog

Bill Jones emphasizes practicality in obtaining needed funds through Home Loan & Finance Co. at 191 N Main St Linton. He portrays a simple, ordinary transaction to secure money when plans require affordable credit. The ad invites readers to describe needs and rely on the company to arrange the rest.

Bill Jones Home Loan & Finance Company N. Main St. Linton

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