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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1950
Page
11
The article notes Bunker Hill remains a strong fielding club with its familiar infield and outfield and predicts teams like The County and Middle Sunday will be competitive when fully healthy. Injuries and fan support are affecting form as pitchers fear opposing hitters.
Robert Jones descends into Willow Lawn pool wearing a diving mask to scrub the bottom. A 20-pound belt aids underwater traction as guard C. Irving Cather Jr and Dennis Wingfield monitor air and time, with 45 minute record noted for the mask. Pool owner Jimmy Sprint notes the mask for emergencies.
James and Judy take the mound for Middletown while Buckner starts for Clarke County in a high stakes Sunday tilt. North Mountain, rebounding from a slide, seeks to reclaim first division as the White Sox look to stay hot. North Mountain signs three former Legion players Richard Boyd Hap Spurs and Earl Bailey to boost power and defense.
The schedule states all games will begin at 3:00 p.m. sharp.
The piece discusses American contenders for the Australian team led by Captain Man. Ted Schroeder and Budge Patty are favored for singles, with calls for new faces after a string of Cup appearances. Players argue for renewed selection as Uncle Sam aims to retain tennis dominance.
A vintage classified style ad targets 500 Winchester area housewives to try RUB-R-KOTE a clear liquid rubber floor coating. It promises easy cleaning, non skid finish, stain and water resistance, and a gleaming appearance like porcelain. No in-store sale or salesman calls. requests free details by mail to WIZARD KIT CO. DEPT. WVS-1 503 F STREET NW Washington DC.
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