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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1931

Page

2

Local Baseball Roundup: Yankees Top Cardinals 7 4

Summary of recent standings and games from the National and International Leagues. Highlights include the Yankees defeating St. Louis 7 4, Robins beating Cubs 4 1 on a bases loaded double by Babe Herman, Pirates splitting a doubleheader with the Braves, and the Giants beating the Reds 3 1. Standings show St Louis leading with 75 43, New York 65 50, Chicago 66 53, and Brooklyn 62 59. International League standings note Newark leading with 76 55 and Baltimore 76 58. The column closes with a rural note on keeping boys on the farm by encouraging girls to stay.

St. Louis New York Chicago Brooklyn Boston Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati Robins Babe Herman Chicago Cubs Watson Clarke Charley Root Pirates Pittsburgh Pirates Braves Ed Brandt Pie Traynor

Athletics Lose in Chicago as Sox Gain Series Edge

Chicago fans saw the White Sox beat the Philadelphia Athletics 11 to 6. Eddie Rommel and Waite Hoyt allowed 19 hits as four errors helped Chicago secure the win. Alphonse Thomas took the loss but still earned the decision for Chicago.

Athletics Chicago Philene Athletics Ives White Sox Sox Eddie Rom Mel Waite Hoyt Alphonse Thomas Tigers Detroit Detroit Tigers Boston Red Sox Lisenbee

Sergeant's Sale of Chevrolet Coach in Winchester Va

Court order dated July 20 1931 directs public auction at City Hall Market Street Winchester Virginia on Saturday August 22 at 10 am. Item is a Chevrolet coach motor No 2349705. Terms are cash. LEE BARR Sergeant City of Winchester.

Market Street Winchester

Used Cars of the Era Highlight Packard and Chrysler Models

A catalog listing classic vehicles including a 1930 Packard Convertible, 1927 Packard Club Sedan, 1925 Packard Sedans, 1929 Chevrolet Sedan, 1929 Desoto Roadster, 1927 Dodge Sedan, 1926 Dodge Sedan, 1929 Essex Coach, 1928 Nash Coupe, 1927 Oakland Touring, 1923 Ford Truck, along with Chrysler models and a 1928 International 1.4 ton Truck, reflecting a mid 1920s to late 1920s automotive marketplace.

Packard Desoto Essex Willys

C E Union To Hold Conference For Officers In Farmville

The second annual officers conference of the Virginia State Christian Endeavor Union will be held in Farmville at the Prince Edward Hotel on September 5 6 and 7. Presidents of Christian Endeavor societies and officers of all city county and district unions are urged to attend. Registration costs 1 with Miss Corrie Wilkes as registrar. An extensive program includes international and state plans for societies and unions and there will be fellowship and fun for attendees. Estimated expenses in Farmville are about 3.50 per Endeavorer. Christians Endeavorers urged to ensure their societies presidents and city unions attend. All interested are invited to join.

Virginia State Christian Endeavor Union Farmville Prince Edward Hotel All Christian Endeavor Societies

Information on fence and transport calls urged

A fragment notes that those seeking details on the fence transportation and related items should call Miss Margaret Richards at telephone 666. It mentions crop variation across apple areas and that overall conditions were generally very light with focus on varieties including Early cooking Seedling Worcester Fone and Coxs Orange Pippin.

Margaret Richards Cox

Apple Crop in England Expected to Be Light

The Associated Press reports that England faces a very light apple crop this year with fairly favorable pots only in a few districts. A Commerce Department survey dated July 23 notes notable differences in crop condition across regions.

England Associated Press Washington

Bathing at Home Offered as Excellent Substitute

A reader suggests an at home bath as a fine substitute for an expensive resort soak, noting convenience and comfort. The idea frames the bathroom as a practical alternative to spa bathing.

First class baker sought with five years experience

Position for a first class baker requiring not less than five years experience. Applicants must supply references and salary expectations. Address applications to Bakery c o Star. Date stamp 8 19 3t.

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