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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1962

Page

6

Grant Beats Yankees Again For 5-0 Victory

Jim Grant on weekend pass from the Army fired five hits and struck out five to defeat the New York Yankees 5-0, raising his season record to 4-1. Al Luplow hit a two run homer as Cleveland slows the Yankee lead and tightens the AL race.

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Palmer Rosburg Tied for Lead in Open at Oakmont

Arnold Palmer and Bob Rosburg tied for the U S Open lead after two rounds at Oakmont with 139. Billy Maxwell close at 141, 2 behind, as Jack Nicklaus Gary Player and Bobby Nichols stood at 142, with 36 holes left in the 1962 championship broadcast by NBC.

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Blue Devils extend win streak with darkened five inning win

Washington Blue Devils beat Mt. Pleasant 9 to 6 in a darkness shortened five inning game at Green Field. Bob McClure earned the win with nine strikeouts and five hits allowed. Henss doubled and Mast and Smith tripled as Washington built a 9-2 lead before lights hindered play. Next game vs Lone Tree Monday at 6 p.m.

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Wendell Rider Wins Ph D From State University of Iowa

Ten years ago today Wendell Rider a former Washington high school music instructor earned a Ph D from the State University of Iowa. He plans to accept a position at the University of Chicago next fall.

Wendell Rider Washington State University of Iowa Mr. Rider University of Chicago

Farm Wife's Body Found in Hen House Fire

Mrs. Roland Miller about 50 is found dead in the ashes of a small hen house after a noon fire. The husband was in the field and unaware until firefighters from South English Webster and Keswick extinguished the blaze.

Webster UPI Roland Miller Webster and Keswick

Major Leagues Friday and weekend baseball results

Recaps of Friday results with multiple games: Baltimore 8 Washington 3 Cleveland 3 New York 0 Boston 3 Detroit 0 Chicago 7 Los Angeles 6 Kansas City 6 Minnesota 1. Saturdays and Sundays list probable pitchers and night games across leagues including New York Cleveland Boston Detroit Los Angeles Chicago Baltimore Washington Minnesota Kansas City and more.

Orioles Washington Senators Boston Red Sox Detroit Tigers Chicago White Sox Los Angeles Angels Baltimore Washington Cleveland New York Boston Detroit Chicago Los Angeles Kansas City Minnesota Sheldon Perry Wilson Bunning Lee Herbert Brown Burnside Bonikowski Segui Phila Cincinnati Pittsburgh Milwaukee Houston St. Louis San Fran Cardwell Hunter San Francisco Jackson Marichal Philadelphia Drabowsky McLish L. Pet Abe Baltimore St. Kansas City St Louis Ta Cincinnati Chicago New York

Des Moines Woman Charged With Murder in Husband Slaying

Bertha Willis of Des Moines 44 was charged with murder after her husband was shot five times at his Veterans Club. She had been jailed for assault with intent to commit murder, later upgraded to murder after his death. Willis said she acted after a struggle and believed a gun was drawn.

Des Moines UPI Bertha Willis Robert Webb Webb

Local Little League action as Tigers and Yankees win

Four games at Green Field showcase city league action with Tigers 15 Orioles 4 and Yankees 5 Indians 2 in the American League while Braves 13 Giants 3 and Cubs 5 Dodgers 2 win in the National League. Indians vs Orioles set for Monday at 5 p.m.

Green Field Tigers Yankees Braves Cubs Orioles Indians Giants Dodgers

Glenn Banks takes third no hitter in season for Ainsworth

Ainsworth defeats Riverside 6 to 0 at the Ainsworth ball field as Glenn Banks pitches a complete game no hitter. He strikes out 17 while improving to five starts this season and boosting Ainsworth to four wins and one loss. Banks is a high school senior and son of Lenore Banks of Crawfordsville.

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Do and Donts of Summer Stamp Activity

Stamp fans are urged to keep stamp albums active through summer. Stay aware of new issues to avoid incomplete collections and potential higher values later. Use stamp tongs to handle stamps and keep albums upright to prevent damage from heat and humidity.

Stamps deserve summer care and proper storage tips

The article emphasizes protecting mint stamps from humidity and pressure. It advises using mint sheet books with glassine pockets, storing loose stamps in glassine envelopes, and keeping albums upright in a dry cool place. It also warns of losses from damaged stamps when not properly stored.

Mint Mint Sheet

Kiwanis convention trip to Denver among Washington members

The writer returns from a busy Denver visit for the International Kiwanis Convention and notes mixed enjoyment of the hustle. He mentions Jeanne Steve and Kathy plus Bill Helen Smart Wen dell Betty Eden Eldon Ruth Brake and Florence keeping things orderly at home.

Denver Colorado Jeanne Steve Kathy Washington Bill Helen Smart Wendell Betty Eden Eldon Ruth Brake

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