Kiner Closes Gap in National League Batting Race
New York reports Willard Marshall leads NL with .368 while Ralph Kiner of Pittsburgh sits at .366, two points behind. Ed Kazak of St Louis at .364 trails as Jackie Robinson gains with a .556 recent surge. In the American League Gus Zernial tops at .355 though injured. The text notes scattered league updates and an incomplete ending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Willard Marshall
Marshall
Pittsburgh
Ralph Kiner
Kiner
Eddie Kazak
St. Louis
Jackie Robinson
Brooklyn
Hind Zernial Finishes Strong Season With .343 Mark
Hind Zernial finished second sacker Cass Michales with a .343 batting average after a one week surge of 25 points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hind Zernial
Cass Michales
Proper etiquette on eating an apple at table
The Q and A cover apple eating by quartering and finger conveyance, who writes thanks for an invalid’s gift, and when a wedding reception is a breakfast based on marriage time.
Final exams begin as Junior Evening Star notes study
The Junior Evening Star announces final exams start today and urges serious effort. Profiles of students Louis Franklin Vaught Bobby Hall Jack Weatherholtz and Philip Solenberger list origins interests and ambitions including college plans doctor aspiration and forestry.
Dramatic Club Presents Sparkin’ Farce With Granny and Sussy
The Dramatic Club stages a lively play featuring Granny, Sussy, and Lessy with Mary Lou Schlack and Barbara Gregory in key roles. Orey the hired man causes comical mischief, leading to a buggy ride plan and wardrobe mishaps as Granny forgives and blesses the cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Dramatic Club
I Oe Ee Players
Sparkin
Granny
Lessy
Mary Lou Schlack
Sussy
Barbara Gregory
Orey
Playec
Phil Solenberger
Sassy
Grey
Dramatic Club
Rotary Luncheon Honors Senior Class of 1949
The senior class expresses deep gratitude to Rotary for a delicious luncheon and fellowship. President Bowen introduced Browning, who then highlighted notable seniors by office or achievement. Performances by Kitty Stephenson Marvin Hutchinson and eight senior boys enriched the event with songs and a waltz medley, closing with band leadership by Pinkney Arthur and Nelson Page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rotary
Bowen
Browning
Kitty Stephenson
Marvin Hutchinson
Kilowatt Bowen
Lanky Browning
Shorty Quarles
Parson Wilson
J. Pinkney Arthur
Nelson Page
Senior Handilian yearbook recap and honors
Seniors sign Handilian memories and celebrate at a Rotary luncheon. The annual 1949 Handilian scene notes Nancy Hurst as editor in chief and praises staffers, artists, photographers, and advertisers for producing the senior yearbook.
Handelian staff praised for 1949 teamwork and leadership
Lee Johan Thornton Eddie Lizz and the staff are lauded for vigorous efforts and salesmanship as Mr Quarles is described as the rock of Gibraltar. Plans were mapped and tight spots navigated with patience and cooperation. The note extends thanks for their teamwork and looks back on 1949 Handilian with appreciation.
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Lee
Johan Thornton
Eddie
Lizz
Mr. Quarles
Latin Day Class Rankings In Roman Style School Event
Students measured ranks by points on Latin Day with bands and signs. A 5 point A class, B four, C three, D two. Five bonus points for each winning team member. Senators formed from top scorers, while plebians and slaves filled lower classes.
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Rome
Sewing Class Fashion Show Highlights Student Progress
An assembly program by Miss Boxley’s sewing classes featured a fashion show of clothes made by pupils advancing through the grades. Eighth grade classes modeled simple broomstick skirts before moving to more advanced garments.
Local Watch Line Features Major Brands
A shop lists a full line of watch brands including Elgin Hamilton Longines Gruen Benrus Croton and others, signaling a wide selection for customers seeking classic timepieces.
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Elgin
Hamilton
Longine
Gruen
Bulova
Benrus
Croton
Advanced sewing class yields fashionable display
Phyllis Molden and Joyce Binner modeled dresses they made in a ballet display. Advanced patterns produced skirts house coats and suits followed by jumpers and dressy dresses. Sissy Conner also danced in a self made dress. Inez Miller presented Miss Boxley flowers in appreciation for her help.
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Phyllis Molden
Joyce Binner
Sissy Conner
Inez Miller
Miss Boxley
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The
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Louis Franklin Vaught
Louis
Front Royal
Vaughn Monroe
Sky
Yipy
Robert Batson Hall
Bobby
Fairmont
W. Va
Guy Lombardo
Jack Milton Weatherholtz
Jack
Gypsy Caravan
Philip W. Solenberger
Goldarn
Wayne King
Somebody
Girl
Handiian
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Nance
Noe
O. K
Dec Coffman
Dorothy Eisenberg
Anne Cather
Donald Duffey
Pat Funk
Colleen Sager
Kitty Grant
Roberta Browning
Nancy Kiracore
Betty Jo Dearing
John Boyd
Pat Cunningham
Joan Landacre
Phyllis Stotler
Bob Dale
Helen LaFollette
Sam McFadden
Bob Hall
Handilan
Cary Marshall
Virginia Yates
Lizz Halvosa
Eddie Manuel
Jane Cather
Lewis Ebert
Johnny Golden
Frank Galladay
Bettie Kersey
Peggy Merriner
Janie Miller
Eugene Russell
Handian
Keith
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Jieet Anniversa
Chrysler
America
Spitfire
Chapman Motor CO
W. Boscawen St
Sammy Kaye
Hodgson
GEO. E. Pully Insurance Agency & M Bank
Firestone Stores
N. Braddock St
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