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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1938
Page
6
A reader submitted a spoof Q and A about earth curvature and milestones. It cites responses on star points, the White House naming, earth curvature per mile, postage denominations, water level, and the Marathon length with a stray note about a messenger from the Battle of Marathon traveling about 24 miles.
The article weighs whether star players make the best managers, noting that many great players failed in management while some top managers were never top players. It names several figures such as Joe McCarthy, Casey Stengel, Connie Mack, Burleigh Grimes, and Gabby Street, discussing their mixed records as players and managers. It also cites Ty Cobb Babe Ruth and Oscar Vitt in considering managerial prowess versus playing skill.
The article outlines Helen Wills Moody’s planned return to top amateur tennis, aiming for Wimbledon and Forest Hills before challenging for the Olympic title again. It notes potential hurdles from rivals and mentions other players rumored to have turned pro, along with commentary on college athletic pressures and coaching accountability.
Fragmented reports describe the Brooklyn Dodgers facing internal strife in 1938 as front office indecision and staffing gaps threaten to derail spring plans. Ted McGrew, former National League umpire turned scout, is noted as a key management challenge while rosters and schedules hint at uncertain prospects for the team and its fortunes.
The Budget Message to Congress warns of a deficit near 1.008 billion for the coming fiscal year ending June 30, amid reduced revenue and a deep recession. It outlines defense outlays near 991 million, highway and public works cutbacks, and potential new naval ships as the White House weighs urgent wartime needs.
In Alabama a Democratic primary produced a new senator with the departure of the prior officeholder. The campaign centered on the usual party roles and the future legislative agenda as the winner prepares to take seat and influence state policy.
Crochet a 7 inch wide strip afghan using scrap yarn for flowers in rainbow colors or three shades of one color. Pattern 1623 from Germantown provides complete directions, illustrations, stitches, and a photo. Send 15 cents with name and address to The Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept. 82 Eighth Ave New York NY.
Groupings of furniture should balance height and lightness to create harmony. Thread the end of broken cotton into the needle, avoid knots, and knot ends separately when using double thread. Use zipper fasteners on covers for easy removal. Clean dirt from walls with wash water and a flour paste to help powder adhere.
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