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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1964

Page

8

Short Shines As Phillies Ace With 1 65 ERA Record

Chris Short, a Milford Delaware lefty, burst to the front of the Phillies rotation, posting a 1.65 ERA the best in the National League in 48 years. He pitched six innings of six-hitter baseball, guiding Philadelphia to a 6 1 victory over the Milwaukee Braves and lifting his season mark to 14 6 as the Phillies opened a wide lead in the pennant race.

Chris Short Philadelphia Phillies Milford Del Short Sandy Koufax Warren Spahn Carl Hubbell Grover Cleveland Alexander Milwaukee Braves

Have Come Close Steelers Still Title Contender

Pittsburgh is eyeing another bid for the Eastern Division title as coach Buddy Parker reshapes the lineup. Rooney cites defense and luck as keys while Dial and Mack depart. Ballman Martha and Kelly take on larger roles. The Steelers boast a strong line and bolstered defense with Nutter Lemek Sandusky Bradshaw James and Michaels backed by a deep backfield and a rookie tackle McGee.

Pittsburgh UPI Arthur J. Rooney Pittsburgh Steelers Rooney Philadelphia Eagles Steelers New York Giants Yankee Stadium Parker Dallas Cowboys Texas Scott Appleton Texas University Appleton Houston Oilers American Football League Dallas Dial Ballman Martha Kelly Mack Bradshaw Dan James Roy Curry John Powers John Baker Lou Michaels Ben McGee Joe Krupa Frank Atkinson Myron Pottios Sam Huff Joe Schmidt Bob Schmitz Bob Harrison Bob Soleau William & Mary Clendon Thomas Bill Daniel Brady Keys Dick Haley Jim Bradshaws

Betty Jeffries to Teach Home Economics in Sonora California

Ten years ago today Betty Jeffries began her summer vacation in California and accepted a home economics teaching position in Sonora. A graduate of Iowa State Teachers College she has two years of teaching experience and is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Jeffries.

Betty Jeffries California Sonora Calif Miss Jeffries Iowa State Teachers College Charles Jeffries

Auto union to press Chrysler talks in 1964 negotiations

UAW national leader said the union will bring something new to Chrysler bargaining as the 1964 talks begin. The strike deadline is set for 10 am September 9 with possible day to day extensions at Ford and GM. Chrysler’s first target session is Friday and their offer is deemed inadequate.

Detroit UPI United Auto Workers Union Chrysler Corporation Chrysler UAW Walter P. Reuther Ford General Motors Reuther

Major Leagues Wednesday Results and Friday Schedule

Major league results show Washington 2 New York 0 Los Angeles 5 Kansas City 2 Detroit 4 Boston 1 Cleveland 3 Baltimore 2 Chicago 2 Minnesota 1 12 innings Detroit at Los Angeles Cleveland at Kansas City night Washington at Minnesota Chicago at Baltimore twi Boston at New York night Philadelphia 6 Milwaukee 1 St Louis 4 Pittsburgh 2 New York 3 Cincinnati 1 night Chicago 3 Houston 1 night Los Angeles 2 San Francisco 1 San Francisco at Milwaukee night New York at Chicago Philadelphia at Pittsburgh night Houston at Cincinnati night Los Angeles at St. Louis night San Francisco at Milwaukee night

Philadelphia Short Joe Torre Denis Menke Gus Triandos Tony Gonzalez Ruben Amaro Phillies Cincinnati Reds San Francisco Giants Reds New York Mets Giants Los Angeles Dodgers St. Louis Cardinals Pittsburgh Pirates Chicago Cubs Houston Colts Chicago Minnesota Cleveland Baltimore Washington New York Los Angeles Kansas City Detroit Boston Tracy Stallard Mets Joey Jay Ed Kranepool Ron Hunt Don Pavletich Twinight Milwaukee St. Louis Pittsburgh Cincinnati Houston San Francisco Bolin Fisher San Fran United Press International Joston St Louis Los Angele

Oberman rites held at Pleasant Grove

Alfred Oberman 72 died Aug 20 in Muscatine General Hospital. Services Sunday at Cumberland Presbyterian Church Pleasant Grove with Rev. James Garrett. burial Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Masonic rites Aug 22 Fry Chapel Mediapolis. Survivors include mother Albina Oberman in New London home, three sons, two daughters, three sisters, 11 grandchildren, five great grandchildren. daughter Mrs Charles Berkshire of Winfield among survivors.

Columbus Junction Alfred Oberman Muscatine General Hospital Cumberland Presbyterian Church Pleasant Grove James Garrett Fry Mediapolis Oberman Restopia Des Moines County Neta May Hollingworth Albina Oberman Blanch New London Charles Berkshire Winfield

Armstrong Linoleum and Vinyl Floors Installers Offer Free Estimate

Complete line of ARMSTRONG linoleum and vinyl floors available. Two factory trained installation craftsmen handle all work. We install our own floors and invite you to visit for a free estimate with no charge.

Funeral services for Mrs Manton M Hebner held

Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Theodore Schwartz officiating. Pallbearers included T. J. Berdo, Robert Lytle, James Richart, James Lloyd, Ted Bailey, and Gifford Morrison. Burial followed in Elm Grove Cemetery.

Modern Paper From Varied Fibers Across Crops

A historical note highlights paper production using diverse fibers including wood, rye, wheat, oats, barley, rice straw, and sugar cane. It emphasizes the blend of sources contributing to papermaking and the range of plant materials utilized in different regions.

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