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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1952

Page

3

Requirements to Vote and How to Register in 1952

This notice outlines U S citizen eligibility for voting in 1952 elections, including age of 21, state residence requirements, and poll tax payment. It explains differences for precinct moves, registration deadlines four weeks and 30 days before elections, and guidance for Armed Forces members and those who arrive from other states. It advises verification at the Clerk of Court and to bring poll tax receipts.

The United General Assembly United States Office of Clerk of Court

National League Leaders Report From Baseball Standings

Associated Press notes Sauer of Chicago leads batting with 338 runs, Union of New York locks 32 RBIs, Sauer also tops hits with 52 and home runs with 10. Williams and Musial tied for doubles, Reese and Robinson share stolen bases with 6.

Associated Press Sauer Chicago Lockman New York Williams Musial St. Louis Thomson Reese and Robinson Brooklyn Sae — Maglie Maglie

Baseball Scores and Standings From Major Leagues

The Associated Press reports American League results with Chicago beating Cleveland 7 to 3 and Philadelphia 2 to 4 against New York 1 to 2. In doubleheaders, Washington won 5 to 3 over Boston in 14 innings while St Louis led Detroit 3 to 5 in 12 innings. Other games include Philadelphia 3 to 2 over New York and Brooklyn 5 to 11 over Boston. Chicago 7 to 11 over Cincinnati, St Louis 3 to 3 with Pittsburgh 2 to 4.

Chicago Cleveland Philadelphia New York Washington Boston St. Louis Detroit Brooklyn Cincinnati Pittsburgh Wil

Baseball Leaders and Standouts From Cleveland and Nearby Teams

The list highlights key players and stats: Roe-DiMaggio of Boston, Runs Avila of Cleveland with 28 RBIs Rosen of Cleveland with 30 hits Simpson of Cleveland with 54 doubles Priddy of Detroit with 13 triples Simpson of Cleveland with Delsing of St. Louis 4 home runs Rosen of Cleveland with stolen bases Rizzuto of New York Senne of Shea Washington and Shants of Philadelphia with 48 strikeouts.

DiMaggio Boston Avila Cleveland Rosen Simpson Priddy Detroit Delsing St. Louis Rizzuto New York Senne — Shea Washington Shants Philadelphia

Winchester man wins trip to Memorial Day Auto Race

J D Warfield of the Winchester Firestone Store won first place in a two month Baltimore branch sales contest. The prize is an all expense paid trip to the Memorial Day auto race in Indianapolis. He traveled with other winners by a special train and will return home soon.

Indianapolis Speedway Winchester J .D. Warfield Firestone Baltimore New York Indianapolis

June Week Opens At Naval Academy Parade

The Naval Academy opened June Week with a full dress parade reviewed by John F. Floberg. The five day event culminates with the graduation of 783 midshipmen on June 6.

Naval Academy Annapolis John F. Floberg

Daily Crossword Across and Down Clues Mixed

Puzzle filled with themed hints including juice of plants term and Norse gods list. Clues cover animals foods places and actions and require cross reference for solution.

Hodges and Minoso Power Memorial Day Baseball Across Leagues

Dodgers beat the Braves 5-4 as Gil Hodges hits two three run homers to raise his average to .227 while Minnie Minoso, back from injury, belts three home runs in a Chicago doubleheader 7-2 and 3-1. The day also saw Giants split with Philadelphia and Cubs sweep Reds as Pirates beat St Louis and Yankees face tough, late rallies in other games. Mantle hit his third homer as Schantz and Hooper excelled in the Yanks Athletics tilt.

Brooklyn Dodgers Chicago White Sox Gil Hodges Dodgers Minnie Minoso White Sox Hodges Babe Ruth Boston Braves Gil Brooks New York Giants Minoso Chicagoans Cleveland Indians Minnie Joe Dobson Giants Philadelphia Chicago Cubs Cincinnati Reds Joe Garagiola Pittsburgh Pirates St. Louis Boston Red Sox Indians Eddie Yo St. Louis Browns Bengals Brownies Joe Demaestri Russ Meyer Phils Larry Jansen Robin Robers Schantz Yanks Mickey Mantle

Murder trial opens in Charlotte Court House

Defense witnesses began testifying in the murder trial of Beaser Fore 34 of Brookneal accused of causing the drowning of Marion Rutledge 23 on a Staunton River fishing trip last March 28. Rutledge body remained in water 11 days before being recovered by a rope across the stream.

Charlotte Beaser Fore Brookneal Marion Andrew Rutledge Rutledge Fore Staunton

La Starza Wins Over Bucceroni in Ten Rounds at Madison Square Garden

Roland La Starza defeats Danny Bucceroni in ten rounds at Madison Square Garden, though he remains outside title contention. The Bronx boxer pummeled his opponent with rights to drop him multiple times, while pursuing a rematch with bigger names like Murphy, LaMotta, or Maricano, all unresolved.

New York Roland la Starza Bronx Danny Bucceroni Madison Square Garden la Starza Danny Boy Bob Murphy Murphy Jake LaMotta Detroit Chuck Davey Chico Vejar Eve Davey Carmen Basillio Syracuse Rocky Marciano Rock

Hooker Leaves William and Mary to Lead Richmond Hoops

Lester Hooker Jr. resigned as William and Mary head basketball coach to take the University of Richmond post. Malcom Pitt, Richmond athletic director, announced Hooker’s acceptance after offering the job last week. Hooker cited future opportunities while noting the W M program’s strong recent material and a state title last season.

Richmond Lester Hooker Jr William and Mary University of Richmond Hooker Malcolm A. Pitt Pitt Williamsburg W&m Barney Wilson

Ward Cups British Amateur Golf Title From Stranahan

Ward of Tarboro North Carolina defeated Frank Stranahan of Toledo Ohio 6 and 5 in the 36 hole All America final at Prestwick Scotland to win the British Amateur title. Stranahan’s erratic driving and bunker trouble paved Ward’s path to the title as the American became the 11th winner of the trophy since 1926. Ward sealed victory on the 31st green while Stranahan faced an uphill scamper to the cup.

Prestwick Scotland Young Harvie Ward Tarboro N. C Frank Stranahan Toledo Ohio Southern Stranahan Ward United States Jesse Sweetser

Appalachia Woman Beaten to Death in Restaurant

In Appalachia Virginia a 49 year old woman Mrs Bessie Moore was beaten to death in her restaurant late last night Police seek her husband Malcolm Moore seen fleeing the scene with a heavy object A murder warrant was issued He fled toward the back door The victim was taken to Norton hospital where she died early today The couple had a son John E Moore who lives in Florida

Appalachia Appachalia Bessie Moore Mary Jane Couch Wise Harold Fleming Fleming Moore Moores John E. Moore Florida

Blue Ridge Horse Show Scheduled for June 7 at Carter Hall

The Blue Ridge Hunt Horse Show will be held June 7 in the grove at Carter Hall Millwood. Twenty eight classes cover green and conformation hunters ponies and breeding. Alex Mackay-Smith and Richard Dole lead the program with three special trophies.

Local Dairies Face 72 200 OPS Suit

The Office of Price Stabilization filed suit in U S District Court in Winchester against Sanitary Dairy and Haldeman Creamery Inc for 72 200 52 in overcharge penalties. Sanitary Dairy allegedly overcharged 15 112 77 and Haldeman Creamery 8 954 07 during 1951 06 to 1952 04. Damages sought equal three times the excess charges.

Harrisonburg Office of Price Stabilization Sanitary Dairy Haldeman Creamery, Inc Winchester U. S Howard G. Gilmer, Jr Sanitary Haldeman Creamery

National and Local Bowling Awards Highlight Dinner

Four national awards and trophies plus five local league honors were presented at the annual bowling banquet sponsored by multiple leagues. E L Geib announced national trophies to Pat Singhass and Ellen Patton, with top girls’ teams from James Wood School and James Wood’s Eagles earning recognition. Local league trophies covered B League, Church League, and James Wood divisions, naming top individuals and teams including the Hamsters, Eagles, Glaize Bros., Valley Distributors, and Bell Clothes, with special notes on high averages, sets, and games. The event drew about 125 bowers at the George Washington Hotel.

James Wood George Washington E. L. Geib Washington Pat Singhass James Wood School Ellen Patton Betty Layman Betty Robinson Mary Robinson Peggy Adams Pat Pingley The Eagles Phyllis Campbell Jennie Bailey Marion Copp Sara Dale John Boyd Jim Fiddler Bill Boden Thurston Clevenger Catlett Red Baker E. L. Keller Joe Prickett Mary Renner Sara Golden Dale Eleanor Franklin Shirley Barton Douglas Carper Susan Sargent Stewart Ellis Bobby Layman Bobby Franklin Lewis Ewing Bill Bailey Martha Smith Nancy Jones Jackie Jones King David Pattie Garber Jean

Local Event Features Toastmaster Dan Leatherman and Speeches

Dan Leatherman served as toastmaster while Mr Geib discussed the new automatic pin setter and Mr Zimmerman spoke about the local bowling alley. Mrs George Turner provided piano entertainment for group singing and dancing followed by music from the Musical Aces.

When Is a Fire Not a Fire

Local firemen answered a call at 11 10 a m yesterday to a report of a fire. They found the smoke came from an oil furnace at the home of George Pulley on Greystone Terrace due to cold weather. No damage occurred.

George Greystone Terrace

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American League J. D. Warfield Virginia Green Daily Crossword Africa Abyss Ashore Bird Assam Goddeas of Bucceroni Richmond Cagers Blue Ridge Horse Show Pierce Egan Fort Winks Buncutter Tire CO S. Braddock Frederick County Virginia Civil and Police Justice Court Lygia Leake Calvin J. Bowers G. G. Baker City of Winchester Winchester Plate Glass Co E. Fairfax Lane Tv, Place Paiute Televisow Mastalhans Astra Miller A Anderson Roscawen Shenandoah Valley National Bank Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation SRA MO. S. Solenberger & CO
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