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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1949

Page

3

National Leaguers Fumble in All-Star Game Defeat

The National League stumbles to an 11 to 7 defeat against the American League in Brooklyn. Errors early in the game by Eddie Kazak and Johnny Mize set up four unearned runs, while Stan Musial and Ralph Kiner provided NL power but could not overcome a sloppy defensive day and a bored home crowd of 32 577.

New York Brooklyn Cincinnati Stan Musial St Louis Cardinals Ralph Winer Pittsburgh Pirates Don Newcombe Dodgers Ewell Blackwell Cincinnati Reds Eddie Kazak St. Louis Cardinals Johnny Mize Warren Spahn Washington VFW Marston Skelgus Cubs Cubs Bob Lowe Vets Martin Don Beaulers Bealer Dunwoody Tost Wellman Benner Carr Clair Christner

Cinnamon Honey Butter Toast Under Broiler

Toast slices of bread on one side and butter the un toasted side. Spread buttered side with honey and sprinkle cinnamon. Place under broiler until the bread browns and the dressing blends.

Mrs Gustafson Wins First Round in Washington Golf Tourney

Mrs. Ewald Gustafson defeated Mrs. Bill Shannon 8 to 1 in the opening handicap match at Washington Country Club. Gustafson posted a career best 53 for nine holes while Shannon spoted nine strokes. Pro Charles Wiele urged entrants to complete first round matches by Sunday.

Ewald Gustafson Bill Shannon Washington Country Club Charles Wiele

Hoover Urges Action On Military Spending Measure

Former President Herbert Hoover warned that a congressional probe into military airplane buying could delay the armed services reorganization bill. He estimated the bill saves about $114 billion yearly and stems from the Hoover commission findings on government efficiency. The Crawfordsville Iowa Town Council will hold a hearing July 2 1949 on the 1950 expenditure estimate with a detailed financial statement available at the hearing.

Chicago Herbert Hoover Hoover Commission Crawfordsville Washington County Iowa Peoples Savings Bank

Helen Breese Wins Fairfield Open Day

Helen Breese shot a 45 to lead the Fairfield Walton club open day with six pars on nine holes. Mrs Dan Brindley was second low with 47 and Mrs J W Shenefelt was third low with 50, as Washington area players dominated the field.

Washington Country Club Fairfield Walton Club Washington Helen Breese Keosauqua Fort Madison Fairfield Country Club Dan Brindley J. W. Shenefe

Laughs That Helped a Couple Through the Depression

In 1929 Ethan Pryor built a retail antiques business earning about 15 000 a year but by 1931 earnings collapsed. Abigail urged hope with laughter and they moved to a poorer flat. A stock show job paid 15 a week but a breakthrough came when Ethan began performing to raise spirits and finally laughter helped them regain prosperity.

Ethan Pryors Abigail Jones Mr. Jones WNU Features

Doctors Entering Medical Ranks in 1948 Rise to 6597

The 47th annual report of the American Medical Association council on medical education and hospitals shows 6,597 physicians entered the medical ranks in 1948. This figure reflects the year’s influx of new doctors into the profession and highlights postwar expansion in medical training.

American Medical Association Council On Medical Education and Hospitals

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