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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1946
Page
2
Washington notes quote rich with politics and power reveal Senator Vandenberg’s self seriousness and rumored 1944 speech influence. The piece also covers CIO Ferment on labor draft praise and critique of Truman, fertilizer rationing debates, and Capitol staff moves with Krug sunburn and veterans hospital costs.
A comic fishing vignette uses sonar to locate fish as Joe and Gus sail in a leaky rowboat. They hear odd sounds from the deep and confuse programs with catches. After a day of noisy attempts, a large catch proves to be a commercial rather than a creature.
A regional campaign urges public eating places to offer baked or boiled potatoes in addition to fries. The message notes many venues default to french fries and advocates diverse preparation to showcase potato versatility.
A columnist endorses Harry Truman’s stance on automobile drivers. The piece notes the president believes nuts and morons are allowed to drive, praising candor while implying Republicans are unfairly grouped. The tone is opinionated and sharp.
A balmy summer day hosts a double header but delays strike when unpaid union dues halt play. Fans wait as organizers run technical procedures and a checkoff prompts hostility after three pitchers are barred for lacking union cards.
The piece notes a shift toward potato based bread and a forthcoming radio related breakfast event. It also mentions Chester Bowles hoping critics won’t say there is meat in his new book.
The article argues that players and material determine success far more than coaches or managers. It cites Connie Mack and Frank Chance to illustrate how talent often trumps leadership, noting football coaches also rely on strong players. It concludes that material is the decisive factor across sports and even in politics, naming Stalin, Truman and John L. Lewis as examples.
Weldon B. Boyles of Oklahoma City touts Oklahoma A&M as excelling in football basketball and wrestling for 1944 and 1945 46, claiming top national rankings and Sugar Bowl win plus NCAA wrestling title. He warns readers of potential alum controversy. The piece also notes White Sox first baseman Jake Jones once left college for war service and praises his flying mate’s endorsement.
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