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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1929

Page

3

Edwin Rommel Reliever Aces Knuckleball For Mack

Edwin Rommel known as a stubborn relief specialist has moved into starting games for the Athletics. Through June 15 he was 6-0 in 11 appearances this season, after 43 games with 13-5 record last year. Rommel’s knuckleball and feisty temperament mark him as a standout, though he dislikes the role.

Mr. Mack Edwin Rommell Mr. Rommel Concare Jofer Rommel Mussebai King George Rasputin X-Czar Edwin Skommel George Earnshaw Eddie Firpo Marberry Washington Wilcey Moore The Yanks Laws Mack Cleveland Indians Philadelphia Ray Chapman

Baseball Talk: pennant chances and player chatter

The piece surveys baseball opinions as September nears, noting Cleveland expert William Evans argues a four games margin by Sept 1 likely wins the pennant. It cites skepticism toward the Athletics, hints Yankees’ toughness, and highlights quips from players like Simmons and Shires. It also mentions Jimmy Dykes’s fire department role and other light anecdotes from the sport.

William Evans Cleveland Indians Cits Philadelphia Athletics Connie Mack Athletics A’s Yankees Simmons

Veale Township Teams to Meet on Big Windy Diamond

The Veale Township baseball team will play Wheatland Colored on Sunday at the Big Windy diamond near Mt. Olive church. A good game is expected as both squads prepare to showcase their skills.

Veale Township Wheatland Big Windy Mt. Olive Church

A Jim Dandy Nickel Cigar Advert

An old style tobacco ad touts a Jim Dandy nickel cigar from Bayuk's. It promotes cheap price and long experience in cigar making, claiming superior tobacco and production clarity. The copy mentions Havana leaf and mellow flavors without graphic detail.

Eve Ribben Imaanianl i Havana

Legion Bout Declared amid Drum Corps and Mixed Results

The Vincennes Legion drill team led an entertainment program with drum corps, musical numbers, and a parade despite late arrival. Wrestler Moffett was pinned after a six to eight minute bout as Donni proved the strongest opponent. Baseball scores noted: Boston defeated Washington 6 to 4 with McFayden pitching, Sorrell allowed seven hits in Detroit’s 8 to 4 win, Averill and Alexander homered.

Washington Democrat al Ae Fett Donni Moffett Vincennes Legion Legion Committee Sorrell Detroit Sorhis Averill Alexander

Stowaway Sent Home By Aviators In Paris Flight

Paris June 21 Arthur Schreiber American youth who stowed away on the French trans Atlantic monoplane Yellow Bird left for New York praising the three flyers for their fellowship though his stunt endangered the flight. Armeno Lotti Jr radio operator accompanied him and Clarence Chamberlin urged his return. The boy declined theater offers, while Paris press continued to criticize the act.

Paris Arthur Schreiber New York Armeno Lotti, Jr Schreiber Clarence Chamberlin Ocean Flier Portland Lotti

Cubs End Streak With Four-Run Fourth In Five-Run Win

Chicago beat St Louis 7 to 6 after a four-run fourth inning and a big fifth from the Cardinals. Hack Wilson hit two home runs, the second his sixteenth, while Hornsby and Cuyler added key contributions as Nehf earned the win for the Cubs.

Chicago St. Louis Cubs Hack Wilson Hornsby Cuyler Nehf Root Alexander Johnson Haid

Tobacco Imports Crest Over 95 Million in British Isles

Last year tobacco imports in the British Isles surpassed 95 million dollars, reflecting strong demand across the region. Major suppliers and domestic distributors reported steady volumes, with significant activity concentrated in ports and processing centers.

British Isles

Man Severely Cut in Fall on Glass at Vincennes

June 21 at Vincennes a battery station operator from Lowell Williams, who lives near Bicknell, narrowly escaped fatal bleeding after tripping and falling with a sheet of glass. The neck wound required stitches after a glass shard cut deep. his left hand and leg were also badly cut. A gate accident and fall through the gate caused the injuries as he carried glass from hot beds to the gate. He lost considerable blood and remained home today.

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