09 Oct 1930
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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1930
Page
1
An old issue discusses priming a cold engine with a lighter fuel to ease starting. It explains heavy components in modern gasoline hinder vaporization and describes a priming tank and plumbing, noting 70 degree gasoline and petroleum ether as priming options for very cold weather.
Billy Evans reflects on baseballs progress over 25 years. Veterans in Boston say the game is faster yet not better, noting fewer steals and bunts, more one run margins, and swing tendencies. He cites Jimmie Collins and Babe Ruth era contrasts with present play.
Syracuse University head football coach Vic Hanson sharpens his squad for the fall schedule after a tough first practice. Despite youth, the coach known as the kid prods his players toward a stronger season ahead.
State authority announces direct oversight of all nonmilitary radio stations by a newly formed central radio commission, consolidating broadcasts under government supervision.
A collage of sports notes from boxing auto racing golf cricket and baseball highlights includes Barney Oldfield Jack Johnson and Bobby Jones, Jim Dandy winning the Travers Stakes at Saratoga, Count Baillet Latour on 1936 games, and Bill McKechnie’s management with colorful Braves referenced.
A flashlight holder designed for tire changes is described. A broomstick shaft with a pointed end supports a sheet metal clamp at the other end, tightened by a screw and nut to fit the flashlight barrel. The light can be positioned to illuminate any part while the clamp allows movement.
Robert Moses Grove could not be bought now for twice his cost of $105,000 and admits Grove’s pitching talent may be unmatched. Connie Mack values Grove’s speed, control, and temperament, comparing him to Waddell and Plank, and projects 1930 as Grove’s best year with potential for 20 wins by mid August and a chance at 30 victories, a feat last reached by Jim Bagby in 1920. The A’s mid season surge helped fuel pennant hopes as Grove’s form anchored their title bid.
A biographical look at John McGraw and his first basemen from Dan McGann to William Harold Terry of Memphis Tennessee. It notes Tenney Chase Merkle Holke Kelly and Merkle among pennant teams, praising Terry as one of the best batters and a strong fielder, with McGraw calling him the best current first baseman.
Reading outlines the Virgin Mary’s life from betrothal to motherhood, her acceptance of God’s plan, visit to Elisabeth, the birth at Bethlehem, her faith in Jesus, and Jesus’ care for her at the cross. It notes her purity humility and unselfishness as key traits.
Fragmentary poetry inscription references came saw conquered and omnipotent love. The lines invoke a savior, a sinner, and a sense of triumph across religious imagery.
Quotation framing prayer as art that frees humans from the embarrassments of sansa and nature, elevating to a higher destiny, attributed to H. P. Liddon.
After heavy meals many suffer indigestion and sourness. Phillips Milk of Magnesia quickly relieves heartburn and discomfort, restoring normal digestion and ending sour after meals. It prevents distress two hours after eating and is pleasant to take.
A fragmented column discusses Philibs of Mabnésia and Mrs Daggs in a杂zy exchange about jokes and expenses. The visitor questions humor paid by readers as the editor defends laughs as an expense.
A fragment discusses ideal weight for women over fifty with height guidance and dieting tips. It promotes Beuse en Salts as a fat loss aid and plans diet adjustments including avoiding pastries, candles, potatoes, rice, butter, and sugar while emphasizing lean meats and vegetables. It claims fast results in four weeks.
Fragmentary text appears to reference a medical aid or remedy and a person named Lydia E Pinkhas, with unclear context. The readable items mention Dothan and Porter Andrews St, plus a claim of relief or benefit from a treatment. Strong certainty is low due to garbled OCR.
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