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Newspaper

Ottawa Herald

Location

Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1955

Page

5

Williams Still Rated Best But Fades in Heat of Fame

The article quotes Williams saying he is past his prime and not as helpful in colder weather. Amid talk around his value to the Boston Red Sox, managers and teammates including Al Lopez Bucky Harris and Jimmy Piersall credit him as a driving force and the difference-maker.

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Williams says Red Sox are a fine team beyond him

Ted Williams credits his teammates and a strong supporting cast for Boston’s success. He praises Billy Klaus as the key performer while downplaying his own influence, noting the club kept winning during his back injury and highlighting the bench chatter and coaching on the field. Williams also deflects praise, calling the team the larger factor in victories.

Red Sox Williams Jack Fadden Ted Fadden Billy Klaus

Mature Red Sox Have Balance and Peak Players

Ted Williams praises a mature Red Sox lineup led by Jensen Piersall and White with Zauchin improving, Klaus seasoned, and Baumann awaiting his breakout. He notes strong defense and a mix of young, experienced pitchers, tipping pennant potential if injuries and slumps stay away. Williams also references Bauman’s debut and other club prospects amid league chatter.

T. S. Williams Zauchin Klaus Lneup Jensen Piersall White Baten Red Sox Sullivan Brewer Nixon Parnell Susce Baumann

Van Fosson Hires Williams to Fight Secret-Document Charge

Ren S. Van Fosson, a former Air Force officer charged with misuse of a secret Air Force document, hired attorney Edward Bennett Williams to represent him. Williams, known for defending Sen. McCarthy, will lead the defense against the government.

Washington Ren S. van Fosson Air Force Edward Bennett Williams

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