Electric Drills and Sleeping Cars Through Time
Articles discuss the 1885 invention of the electric drill by Charles J. Van Depoele and historical shifts such as George M. Pullman converting two passenger coaches into sleeping cars in Bloomington. Also notes on pigskin footballs and Sun Valley dogs, plus 1950 agricultural census planning detailing crop acreages livestock and farm sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles J. van Depoele
George M. Pullman
Chicago
Chicago and Alton Railroad
Bloomington
Jittery Barber Foils Kidnappers in Local Shop
Johnny Lisie fills in for owner Tony at a barber shop when two suspected kidnappers Ed and Dick Crane enter for a trim. Johnny realizes the pair are linked to a recent ransom case and, with help from Sheriff Ike Williard, exposes them after a tense standoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Lisie
Tony
Johnny
Dick Crane
I.B.I
F B.I
Japan
Hoover
Ike Williard
Ike
Big City
Youthful season looms. scouts expect pitching to decide pennants
An old-time scout assesses the 1946 baseball scene noting erratic early pitching, half-rubber balls, and depth of youth. He predicts the Cardinals will lead NL pitching as spring trains on, with Dodgers risky but deep, Giants needing better pitching, and Pirates rising. In AL he sees Red Sox and Yankees unchanged, Detroit’s pitching fading, Cleveland improved but only fair, Feller poised for a strong year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aseball
Cardinals
Dodgers
Giants
Braves
Red Munger
Howie Pollet
Pirates
Red Sox
Yankees
Detroit
Cleveland
Feller
Bob
Television and Sports Face Major Problem in Industry
A major promoter warns television could reshape sports revenue and attendance. He outlines four possible outcomes from TV coverage, including boosted gate receipts or reduced attendance, plus the risk of unrecoverable costs if crowds dwindle. He cautions timing and public interest remain uncertain.
Change Partners In The Dance Of Modern Courtship
Nancy Pepper reports on a lighthearted survey about dating etiquette. It lampoons common partner crimes such as overbearing pumping, disappearing acts after a song ends, and the sociable flirt who crowds the floor to mingle with others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jolly
The Best Golf Grip for Players Over Forty
Over forty golfers increasingly favor the overlapping grip versus inter locking. Alex Morrison argues inter locking loosens wrists and is less useful for seasoned players. The article notes many players over 40 or 45 lack youth’s wrist whip and discusses grip mechanics and finger placement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Morrison
Caring tips for cut flowers and houseplants
Cut violets stay fresher with water near the leaves and frequent light sprays since stems absorb little water otherwise. Coleus color darkens with more sun, while light shade keeps growth compact. Organdie curls appear crisper when ironed on the wrong side while damp.
Also Mentioned on This Page
California
Ned Cloud
Red Cloud
Nebraska
J. Nicholson Supply CO
16Th Bt
Omaha
Neb
Harney
Sears
Leonard Fitch O
Azeas
FOX Studios
Billings
Montana
Artela
Royal Enffelda
Hurldut Bron
York
Nebr
Uni Place
Lincoln
Fertile Salis
Bosworth
Pacino Rathway Union
Business & Invst
Opper
Cadams Grocery
Cadamsz
Itt
Twin Bridges
W.M R
Stephens
Boston Globe
Bell Telephone
Sun Valley
Canada
the Fiction Corner
William Cuthbert
Santa Claus
Uuu
Pata
Grace Noll Crowell
By Nancy Pepper
Sewing Circle
South Wells St
Ousehold
Sunkist
Kellogg CO
America
Prince Albert
Acan
R. E. Johnson
Fringe Qubert
National Joy Smoke
B.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co
Winston-Salem
M. Q
Tom Connor
P.A
Grand Ole Opry
N.B.C
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