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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1948

Page

3

Raschi Delivers Two Run Single In A Lively A L Victory

Vic Raschi slugs and wins for the American League in a 5 2 victory over the National Leagues Cubs at Sportsmans Park. He delivers a two run single to break a tie in the fourth, then fans Richie Ashburn with the bases loaded in the sixth to seal the win. Johnny Schmitz loses after a rough fourth inning.

Sportsman’s Park St. Lou Vic Raschi Raiks Ander Buckyarris New York Yankee Okie Richie Ashburn Hillies Raschi Johnny Schmitz Chicago Cubs Schmitz Ken Keltner Oe Coleman Philadelphia

Do Birds in Captivity Live Longer than in the Wild

The article states wild birds typically live 10 to 15 years, often killed by enemies, while birds in captivity normally live about twice as long as those in the wild.

Phils Fared Best In Draft of Rookies

New York July 14 Only 12 of 29 players drafted from the minor leagues last fall are in big league uniforms today The Philadelphia Phillies struck the best bargains paying 26000 for three players Johnny Blatnick Wilkes Barre Eastern league bat ting .302 Walt Dubiel Seattle Pacific Coast four wins five losses pitched better than his record Grady Wilson Rochester International sold recently to the Pittsburgh Pirates for the same price the Phils paid

New York Philadelphia Phillies Philadelphia Johnny Blatnick Wilkes- Barre Walt Dubiel Seattle Pacific Coast Grady Wilson Rochester Blatnick Dubiel Wilson Pittsburgh Pirates Phils

City Council Fails to Reach Quorum Then Adjourns

Winchester council met with a bare quorum of nine including the mayor. Dr W P McGuire was called out and the meeting recessed until another member could be rounded up. A Lee Coble arrived around 10. Coble said it was the shortest meeting he ever attended. Newly elected officials assume office in September.

Winchester W. P McGuire A. Lee Coble Coble Elec A. Harold Rowe

House Plants Help Guide From Government Publication

Government published booklet HOUSE PLANTS offers care tips and growing advice for houseplants. The 30 page illustrated guide is available by mail for 10 cents postpaid from The Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau in Washington DC.

Winchester Evening Star Information Bureau Eye St N. E Washington D. C Booklec House

Daily Crossword Across and Down Clues

A mixed crossword list with Across and Down clues covering general vocabulary from lights out to know in Scots. Includes river and place style clues, musical notes, body parts, and common terms.

Rain May Check Crucial Softball Contest Tonight

The City League poised for Rosenberger vs Virginia Woolen to decide the lead as weather threatens action. Ernie Burch eyes another tough outing after no-hit fame this season. Larrick pitched a 6-0 win June 2. Rosenberger moved into a tie by routing Jewel Box 8-1 with multiple hitters contributing.

Ernie Burch Rosenberger Lumbermen Mill Jack Larrick Jewel Box A. Smith Messall G. Hart Keller Gregory Colan Trenary Larrick Carpenter Sacred Heart Catholic the Baptists Loudoun St. Presbyterian-Braddock St. Methodist Montague Ave. Methodist Cork St

Winter schedule lists two evening basketball matchups

Besides the Rosenberger Virginia Woolen contest, games are set for 7 p.m. today with Winchester News facing Jewel Box and O Sullivan playing Royal Crown.

Rosenberger-Virginia Winchester News Jewel Box O'Sullivan Royal Crown Pet Virginia Woolen Royal Crown Elks Gt Ag Ward's Grocery United Brethren Cork St Market St Presbyterian Braddock St Montague Ave Baptist Christ Episcopal

Council Defers Action on Planning Board Ordinance

The Winchester council did not vote on the planning board ordinance last night due to the absence of sponsor Dr. Allen T Hawthorne. The measure has cleared two readings and awaits a third vote.

Planning Board City of Winchester Allen T Hawthorne

Winchester Bargain Event Rallys Local Merchants

Forty merchants in Winchester invite shoppers to a citywide Bargain Event praising local businesses and encouraging support as the shopping season kicks off.

Winchester

Auto Turns Over in Berryville No Injuries Reported

A 1936 Plymouth coupe driven by Donald B. Thompson of Boyce rolled over at the intersection of Routes 340 and 7 in Berryville at 12:15 a.m. Monday after colliding with a 1930 Chevrolet pickup. Thompson escaped injury while the Pontiac truck suffered minor damage and the Plymouth was estimated at $200 in damage and the truck at $50.

Donald B. Thompson Boyce Berryville J. H. Wood Jr Thompson

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