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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1931
Page
3
Grove tossed a two hit effort to win his thirteenth as St Louis edged Philadelphia 3 to 6 in a doubleheader split, while the Browns exploded late to edge St Louis 5 to 4 in 12 innings. New York swept Chicago 2 games as Ruth belted a 14th homer and Lazzeri swiped three bases. Cleveland routed Boston 13 0 and 10 0 behind strong pitching and timely hitting led by Averill and Burnett.
Gilbert Swan reports from New York on GEN Electric researchers installing 70,000 square feet of sound absorbing material at Madison Square Garden to reduce auditorium din and broadcasts disruption. Experts plan further studies on subway noise, aiming for solutions within a year or more as the city’s roar persists.
The fragment outlines a puzzle feature with radio detector gadgets at urban venues and a detailed 1931 city notice for the South East Third Street Sewer project in Washington Indiana. It lists plan references, public hearing date July 13 1931, bid requirements, and the city clerk contact, with adjacent street improvements and paving specifications.
Readers in Wichita Knoxville and Pittsburgh submit ballots on the new larger lighter golf ball. Results show 704 against 82 for the Wichita poll. 62 of 67 in Knoxville oppose it. Pittsburgh favors the new ball 121 to 415, with mixed comments on wind, distance, and playability.
William Ferguson stands among the finest animali artists, having long studied his subject. It is his hobby and specialty, reflecting dedication and mastery in depicting animal life.
Results show Kansas City defeated Indianapolis 4 to 2 while Toledo beat Minneapolis 5 to 8 in ten innings. St Paul routed Columbus 12 to 1 and Milwaukee edged Louisville 1 to 0 in listed games.
New York defeated Chicago 8 9 in a nine inning game while Washington won 10 4 over Detroit in ten innings. Cleveland outscored Boston 13 16 and St Louis beat Philadelphia 5 3 in twelve innings.
Cincinnati 2 Boston 4. Second game of two was six innings due to rain. Louis at Philadelphia, Chicago at New York, and Pittsburgh at Brooklyn all delayed or affected by rain.
In the National League twin bill Cincinnati beat Boston twice. Glimpses show Red Lucas held the Braves to three hits in the first game where Cincinnati won 6 to 2, while Sherdel pitched well. The second game ended 8 to 4 in Cincinnati's favor before rain halted play after six innings. Berger hit his ninth homer of the season for the Reds as Stripp, Moss, Cantrell, and Benton contributed strong two way efforts.
Washington gained on Philadelphia by defeating Detroit in both ends of a doubleheader. Burke and Hadley pitched the first game for the Senators as Washington rapped out eighteen hits and staged a six run sixth inning. The second game remained tied until the tenth when Washington scored four to win 4 to 6. Marberry and Ohio each allowed eight hits.
A violent storm at Oak Hin Meg beach halted efforts to recover 16 year old Mary Nicosom's body. High water and collapsed gravel banks from Big Walnut Creek hindered the rescue as debris and dynamite devices failed to reach the drowning site. Local authorities reported the body could not be recovered last night due to dangerous conditions.
Notice by the Washington city common council states a necessary action in Indigo district. the text outlines a forthcoming decision or project requiring formal approval and public awareness.
Notice is given that Washington Indiana will receive sealed bids for improvements to East Flora street from East Fourth to East Fifth via brick concrete sheet asphalt or rock asphalt per plans on file with the city clerk and for Poplar street from South West Second to South West Seventh with similar paving options.
Ed Adams 52 was electrocuted at Royal Country Club grounds when he touched a damaged electric wire carrying 80 volts. A 13 year old nephew Jake Wadlow watched as Adams ran five miles for help before collapsing. The wire had been torn by a fallen limb and the victim, a ball hunter who cared for summer homes along the river bank, died despite artificial respiration. Wilfred Burris of Indiana is visiting his parents, and Mrs Clyde Burris.
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