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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1955

Page

7

Pitcher Settles Starting Age Dispute

A column recalls Dazzy Vance asserting he was 31 at his first major league win, countering claims books listed 29. Vance states he is two years older than records show, and subscribers sent stogies to protest. The piece blends trivia on aging and a humorous aside about wife training and pop culture references from 1955.

Dazzy Vance

Large Dogs Lie Down: A Trainer's Firm Method

Professional trainer Willy Necker demonstrates a method to teach large dogs like a Great Pyrenees to lie down. Use a loose leash, foot pressure on the leash, and neck pressure to cue the down position, then hold briefly before releasing. Maintain firm control if the dog resists.

Bob Becker Willy Necker Coast Guard Necker Spike

Hollywood Gossip Roundup From 1950s Margins

A collage of celebrity gossip covers marriages divorces and career moves from the mid century scene. Mentions include Marilyn Monroe Ava Gardner Elizabeth Taylor Mindy Carson and Eugene O Neill with references to publicists managers and industry stunts.

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