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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1942

Page

6

Radio Schedule Highlights and Featured Performances

A detailed list of WRC programs from early morning to late night including the Pennsylvanianns, Cavalcade, Tele phon Hour Great Artists series, and News and Music segments. Notable items include Grace Moore performances, Lynn Fontanne roles, and the Institute for Education by Radio meeting coverage.

WRC Institute For Education Oho State Harold W. Kent Public Relations Bureau War Department Lindsay Wellington W. W. Charters Ohio State Lynn Fontanne Anne Royall Cavalcade Grace Moore Depuis le Jour Telephon Hour WISV Michael Hall Sevareid Musicade Good Neighbor Bankhage Frank Parker the World Today Fred Waring Amos N’ Andy News of Lanny Ross Cation Blondie We Present Olmstead’s Unlimited Horizons Bob Pace News of the World Elmer Davis Arch McDonald Moon Dial F. Master

Newest wrinkle in fire hydrant taxi plan

Washington May 4 An Office of Defense Transportation study suggests placing taxis on every fire hydrant to curb cab cruising. Drivers remain at wheels and move quickly in emergencies. The plan would apply only in congested areas with telephone stands for outlying zones.

Washington Office of Defense Transportation Ferengae

Rainfall totals and monthly averages from 1913 to 1941

The report shows present and past rainfall with 24 hour ending 8 am trace May to date none year to date 7.89 inches and average annual rainfall 35.55 inches. It lists monthly averages for 1913-41: January 2.81 February 1.99 March 2.87 April 3.21 May 3.51 June 3.77 July 3.66 August 3.69 September 2.37 October 3.08 November 2.46 December 2.43. Courtesy of the Winchester Research Laboratory.

Winchester Research Laboratory

Giants Beat Reds For First Time

New York Giants defeated the Cincinnati Reds 5 to 4 in Cincinnati on May 4. Mel Ott led the offense driving all five runs in the first two innings before Bucky Walters was relieved. Bill Werber tripled on the first pitch and scored after a misplay by Hert Haas. Walters has been knocked from the mound in the second inning for the third straight start.

Cincinnati Mel Ott New York Giants Reds Bucky Walters Bill Werber Hert Haas Walters

A's And Tigers Split Twin Bill In Philadelphia

In Philadelphia on May 4 the Detroit Tigers won the opener 8 to 7 after Rudy York hit two homers in succession to power the Tigers. The Tigers, after taking the first game, lost the second half of the double header to the Athletics as Phil Murchildon limited Detroit to two hits.

Philadelphia Detroit Tigers Phil Murchildon Athletics Rudy York Tigers

Scout meeting previews Camp White Rock training program

The Scout Scribe records a weekly meeting opening with the Scout Oath and a demonstration of the Scout Training program to be held at Camp White Rock on May 3, 1942. Activities included Swat Tag and Spud games followed by inspection and clues.

Camp White Rock Albert D, Cline

Bosox Snap Indian Streak

Boston Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 8 to 4 to halt Cleveland’s 13 game winning streak. Charlie Wagner earned his third consecutive victory in front of a home crowd.

Boston Boston Red Sox Cleveland Indians Charlie Wagner

Steena Captivates Doctor Dare In Brooklyn Flight

Three airline hostesses share a New York apartment. Steena courts Dr. Tommy Dare with flattery as Tibby watches, wary of his interest. A Coney Island outing tests affections while Tibby contemplates a future flight and a possible proposal.

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