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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1924
Page
10
The Gumps award the prize to Myrtle Mildew of Raspberry Mass Moth for winning the We Cinemagazing Beauty Contest. A handsome celluloid loving cup is presented to the winner amid fanfare and local celebration.
In Lumberland Maryland on August 6 a local club notes semiprofessional or amateur players often pay to play rather than be paid. Capstan team members in South Connellsville periodically cover deficits from home games with their own contributions after low gate receipts. Manager Percy reports receipts rarely exceed 20 to 25 or fall below, so players sometimes fund the shortfall when visiting teams fail to meet guarantees.
Fragmented OCR style note shows scattered letters and phrases about a sweep of a series. Readable items include references to weeks, players, teams, and locations, but most of the text is garbled with missing context and unclear events.
French Davis Cup entries announced with teams and players listed. Names include Borba and others, noting doubles and singles selections along with potential matchups and country representation.
In fragmented text, Scott Still appears in conflict with Kansas City. The report mentions a person named Barowa and several garbled phrases, including references to a pres des Mosh ta and a tally of 26 marks, with unclear context surrounding a rowas and fide.
Easton players attract attention from major league scouts amid strong performances. The report notes several prospects drawing inquiries from multiple organizations as coaches evaluate potential drafts and signings.
Weather conditions bring an abrupt stop to the women’s golf competition as officials suspend play. Reported delays impact schedules and player standings, with organizers evaluating next steps amid rain and wind.
Ruth belted a standout home run tally to break the season record, surpassing the 33 mark. The star slugger reached a major milestone as Nome's run pace exceeded prior years, with fans cheering the historic achievement and solidifying Ruth's dominance in the league.
Notes from St Louis Aug describe the Washington Nationals’ tough trip with four wins in a dozen games. Star pitchers struggle while hitters lose form, and talks of adjustments to mound staff accompany a look at key players like Rau and Geslin as the team falls further behind in the pennant chase.
Miss Lilian Scharman is reported to have wed in Paris in a ceremony described in the compressed account. The bride and details are given in fragmented lines, noting the marriage occurred abroad with references to attendees and observers.
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