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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1939
Page
10
Former Rural Hill school pupils in Slippery Rock township will meet Wednesday on school grounds for the annual reunion. A picnic dinner will be served at Toor, with transportation provided for those without a ride by County Superintendent John C. Ayling.
In Shanghai on June 13 machine guns were mounted and a strong guard posted around the British embassy as authorities confirmed a threat against Ambassador Sir Archibald Clark Kerr amid rising Anglo Japanese tension. Officials declined to identify the source, saying precautions were based on more than rumor and the situation considered rare.
County Superintendent John Syling and Assistant County Superintendent Roy F Conway attend a Southwestern Pennsylvania school superintendents gathering in Butler to discuss regional education matters and coordination among districts.
Byron Nelson of Reading pa defeats Craig Wood of Mamaroneck NY in a second playoff for the United States Open golf title on the Philadelphia course. President Read of the United States Golf Association presents the trophy in a formal ceremony. Central Pro reports the victory and honors.
Charlie Jim charged with receiving stolen goods was found not guilty by the jury in courtroom two. The case of Dominick and Mike De Pedro followed, with Dominick charged with obstructing process and assault, Mike with obstructing process. A May 1 1939 tax man visit and alleged assault were noted. In courtroom one Harry G Jones faced assault and battery with auto, leaving identity and aid issues. Baseball Marginals report Wolveriness routed at Wash High field.
D A VanHorn reports accessories stolen from his auto on North Cedar. A crash at Greenwood Avenue and West Washington Street involves a Frank Bethle vehicle. Bethle arrested for disorderly conduct after scuffle with Officer Farrow and injuring himself. Mayor McGrath commented. Bathing unclothed near Cascade Park cited. Dallas park pass scene ends with tax quip by IRS official W A Thomas. Springtown funeral notice for Harry Heiner stepfather. Typing joke closes.
Byron Nelson, newly crowned national open golf champion at Philadelphia Country Club, plans to use his prize to send his 19 year old sister Ellen to college. Ellen, from Texarkana, desires more education, but the family has been unable to afford it. Mrs Nelson also notes his clean lifestyle and says he drinks only orange juice before the playoff and is a skilled bridge player alongside his golf prowess.
The National Radiators beat Johnson Bronze 9 to 0 at Radfield behind a three hit performance from Roger Maggle. Four hits by Johnson Bronze pitchers Sam Pezzone allowed three runs to score. Cooper produced the game’s longest hit with a late eighth inning double to seal the victory.
The league leading Nobils suffer a setback Monday night at Gas ton Park, edged by Lingeright 4 to 2. Stephenson pitched for the Lights and delivered a solid effort, Gabby also contributing.
Losing pitcher Kendra struggled as Stephenson delivered a homer and a double while also throwing well. Nobila squads had only their second defeat in the reopue, with Lingerlights and Stephen son backing up the win and Nobils piloted by Kendra Richards.
The St Nicholas softball team defeated Cleveland 7 to 0 at Gaston Park Field. Polenick pitched eight hits allowed and steady defense supported by Aram Durkin Teplica and Teplier led the hitting for St Nicholas. Cleveland scored in the first and third innings while St Nicks answered with a big rest of game rally.
The Audias beat the Florence Tigers 10 to 5 at Deen Park field last night. Congini and Lamorella scored for Audias. Wurlers Torsello and E Martin starred for the Tigers. Final line shows Audias 16 hits 2 errors, Tigers 6 hits 3 errors.
In Lawrence County Baseball League action at New Galilee the Hot Tops defeated Jefferson A C 10 to 0. Wissner doubled for the Hot Tops as Patton allowed ten hits while Coates Perry and Papa handled the Jefferson lineup. Umpires Trwin and Meclntyre assigned.
Vanassa the Foley left fielder sustained a severe head gash after falling into rocks while pursuing a fly ball at Lehigh field in the third inning. The Foleys forfeited the game to the Sons of Italy, with the score 5 to 2. Vanassa is reported recovering. Laies and Fara pitched for the Sons of Italy, Shrimp and Mur dock for the Foleys.
The First Presbyterians defeated Wesley M. E. 5 to 1 at Scotland Lane field in a church softball league. Hitting leaders for the Presbyterians were Phil Lips F McCormick and Marsh. Best for the losers were B Jones and R Edwards.
Frisco Firemen, a top district baseball team, seek a home game this Sunday. Contact George Thornihill at City 11217 for arrangements.
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