7/27/1952

EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Thursday, July 27, 1952   Vol. C625

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LOCAL NEWS

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Railroad Will Add Lines.

Passenger and Freight Traffic to Increase

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East Farewell- The mighty Keystone Railroad announced today that it would be adding more trains to the East Farewell line.  The increase in scheduled trains is due to the increased passenger volume on the line.  It seems more people are traveling to our wonderful town to relax by the lake, dine in our cafes and take in the fresh air and welcoming hospitality.  Since 1950 the summer rentals have doubled every year and purchases of summer cottages has grown as well.  “I am pleased as a dog in the evening sun.  My house is full and I will not have any vacancies until the end of the year.  With the summer vacationers and the railroad workers, I could fill two houses,” said Mrs. Mallard, owner of one of the oldest boarding houses in town located on the Lake Shore Dive.

            Along with the increased passenger traffic the railroad is also increasing the freight traffic.  The Iron Works is exporting more than just rails and switch equipment for the railroad.  More orders have come in from other railroads and from as far away as Philadelphia.  “Business is very good, indeed,” said Mr. Doyle spokesman for the Iron Works.  The Iron Works has had to add shifts to keep up with demand.   Employment has jumped by 20% over the past year.  Most of the new workers come from surrounding areas, some have drifted in from across the country and some have come from the larger cities prompting concern with some area residents that the “wrong element” may start to move into town.

            East Farewell has always been a favorite vacation destination for many seeking clean air and fresh lake water.  The foresight of the Lawson brothers to build a sound infrastructure into the town back in 1914 has continued to reap benefits as the town has grown.  More development has been possible because water and sewage lines are placed throughout the entire incorporated area.  The plentiful water supply from Lake Charles made it very desirable for the railroad to locate the Iron Works here.  The railroad and Iron Works have been major employers for the town. The local small businesses and rooming houses have helped balance the town’s citizenry and bring about this current positive economic and civil environment.

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SPORTS

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Travelers Win Again 5-2  - Streak Extended to 11

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Bedford- The East Farewell Travelers extended their winning streak to 11 in a row by downing the Bedford Eagles 5-3 on Friday.  The game was won by good base running, hits and smart defense.  The game started off with Bedford jumping on top 1-0 with a pair of singles by Denny and Slate in the first followed by a sacrifice bunt by Shilling.  Olsen scored Denny on a fielder’s choice and Wilson struck out to end the first.  It was the worst first inning for the usually hot out of the box Travelers.  But the lapse in defense did not last.  The defense showed up from the 2^nd to the 7^th allowing only three players to reach base.  It was in the 8^th that the Bedford nine were able to score again with a triple by Smith and a sacrifice by Blue.

            The Travelers were led by Dale Dunham and Bobby Watson each having three hits.  Dunham hit a double in the fourth and was driven in by Watson’s double.  Bobby was moved ahead by an almost perfect bunt by Johnny Cloos, showing a different side to the power hitter.  Anthony Dimero then drove in Watson and Cloos in with a single to right.  Dimero was left stranded at third to end the inning.  The Travelers showed a very stringent defense throughout the game, allowing only 2 hits and 1 walk through the 7^th.  They turned two double plays, threw out a runner attempting to steal second.  Left fielder, Arthur (Tee) Archibald made an over the shoulder catch and prefect throw into 2^nd base to complete one of the double plays.  

            The win puts the Travelers in first place by 3 games in front of Bear Creek.  The 11 game streak is the longest since the 15 game run in 1950 during the championship run.  The next games are scheduled for Thursday and Friday up at Bear Creek for a possible divsion defining set of games.

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 NATIONAL NEWS

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Senator Knows Dream has Ended

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CHICAGO (UP)—Sen. Robert A. Taft knows now that he'll never move back to the White House, where he lived as a boy.  It was a hard blow for "Mr. Republican" w h e n his party's presidential nomination was snatched from his grasp yesterday for the third time in 12 years. But he proved a better loser than many of his supporters, who remained openly bitter toward the man who beat him, Dwight D. Eisenhower.  While Taft could not mask his disappointment, he could and did swallow any bitterness that remained from his down-to-the-line slugfest with Eisenhower for the nomination. He promised to campaign for the general, and everyone who knew Taft that he meant what he said.

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WAR NEWS

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ALLIES  POUND PYONGYANG IN NEW BOMBING

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Attack on Red Capital Largest Of Korean War

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SEOUL (INS)—The Allied Air Force sent pounding waves of B-29s over the still-burning North Korean capital of Pyongyang Friday night to swell the day-long assault into the largest air attack of the Korean War.  A total of 65 superfortresses from Japan and Okinawa slammed explosives and flaming napalm into the battered Communist capital to climax an 18-hour concentrated bombing effort against the rebuilt supply heartland of the massive Communist buildup area.  The B-29s carried out the largest night raid of the war and altogether nearly 1,000 Air Force, Marine and Navy warplanes participated in the devastating pounding of Pyongyang, Sariwon, Hangju and other Red supply centers.  The Fifth Air Force announced today that the assault was the largest of the war.

7/20/1952

EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Sunday, July 20, 1952   Vol. C104

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Traffic Light Proposed for Main Street

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East Farewell- Town Council President Tom Conally presented a proposal to investigate the possibility of putting an automatic traffic signal on the corner of Main and Lake Shore Drive.  His presentation was part this weeks meeting and contained several enlarged photos of the intersection as well as many drawings and diagrams. 
        "It is clear from several studies done by the Highway Department that there is a need for the light due to a large increase in the summer traffic.  It appears that East Farewell has become somewhat of a tourist destination once again." said Conally.  Most likely he was referring to the time in the late 1920's when East Farewell enjoyed a reputation as a blissful retreat for many of the railroad executives and wealthy members of the metropolitan areas of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New York City.
        Members of the council reviewed the proposal and discussion ensued.  Several members expressed concern over the cost and construction timetable.  "It appears that the construction is slated to begin right at the height of the summer season next year." said councilman Baxter, "We should explore the possibilities of pushing the start back towards September."  Other council members agreed.
        The cost of the project was also discussed.  "Where will the money come from to fund this thing?" asked Councilman Green.  Conally suggested that the Highway Department had funds that could be directed to the project.  That comment brought a rash of indignation from the audience and other council members.  It appears many townspeople feel the Highway Department should not be involved in the town's affairs.   Council then voted to continue discussions and evaluate the proposal. 

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Local Sports

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Travelers Win 10th Straight in the 10th

Cloos blast in the 10th Sinks Corning

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Corning-  The Travelers extended their winning streak to 10 games on Saturday by downing the Corning team 1-0 in a pitchers duel that was decided by a mammoth blast in the 10 inning by Travelers centerfielder, Johnny Cloos.  The tape measure blast left the park and sent several fans scurrying to claim a souvenir.
        The game remained scoreless through the first eight innings thanks to beautiful pitching displays by Jimmy Green of the Glass Works and Joey Alfred of the Travelers.  Relievers Breen for CGW and Albert for the Travelers held onto the scoreless tie.  Both teams were only able to garner five hits through nine. 
        In the tenth with two outs, two strikes, Johnny Cloos connected with a low, outside fastball to break the tie.  In the bottom of the 10th Billy Green came on for the Travelers to retire three straight Glass Workers with only 15 pitches. 
        The win pushes the Travelers winning streak to 10, the longest since the 15 game streak during the 1950 championship run.  The next game is a rare night game on Wednesday in Bedford.

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Local News

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New Bar and Restaurant Opens on Main Street, Causes Ruckus

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East Farewell- The Lost Oasis opened on Main Street last week and caused an unintended sensation by having the waiters and waitresses dressed in Arabian attire.  The waiters wore turbans and open front, linen shirts and the waitresses were dressed as harem girls.  This brought both laughter and gasps of indignation from the attending crowd.  It also brought an anonymous complaint about the woman’s attire and the police forced them to don more "civil" attire.
        "We were just trying to have a little fun, you know, make a little excitement.  I guess some people around here don't have much of a sense of humor." said owner Charles Wenz.  Wenz hails from New York City and may need to learn the ways of East Farewell.

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National News

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Bill Extending Wage, Price Controls Signed by Truman*

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WASHINGTON, (AP)—A 10-month extension of the basic authority for price and wage controls was signed into law late today by President Truman, but he delayed a statement telling what he thinks of it. What he says about the extension which Congress voted to replace the old law expiring at midnight tonight probably will not be complimentary.  The extension, with amendments which price control officials contend will weaken the effectiveness of their weapons, falls far short of the two - year continuance and strengthening which Truman asked.

Wanted Extension

Congressional leaders who talked with Truman earlier in the day said he was not enthusiastic about the bill which Congress sent to his desk Saturday night.  The White House indicated then that he would sign the bill nevertheless and issue a statement setting forth his views. Late in the day, however, the White House said the President had signed the extension into law, and that the statement would not be issued until tomorrow morning.  Priorities Extended Year If he had not signed the bill, all wage-price, rent and allocation authority would have expired at midnight.  The new bill extends for a full year, or until June 30, 1953, authority for allocations and priorities covering scarce materials.  Federal rent controls will go off in three months, on Sept. 30, except in areas which (A) take affirmative action to request that they be continued, or (B) have been certified as critical defense housing areas. Some 53 million persons live in non-critical areas but under rent controls at present.  Chicago, Philadelphia and San Francisco are examples.  The new bill also prohibits price ceilings on processed fruits and vegetables—canned, frozen, dried or otherwise modified from the raw state. Office of Price Stabilization officials estimated that this would remove from controls as much as 20 per cent of the average family's food budget.   It exempts such popular food items as canned and frozen vegetables, fruits and fruit juices, prunes, apple sauce and so on.  OPS was still analyzing the measure, and withheld a formal statement on the full effects, but one high agency official who asked not to be named said: "Every change in the act is calculated to raise prices substantially."  Many legislators who voted for it contended that inflationary pressures are easing off, and that the need for strict price controls has lessened. The House originally voted to take off virtually all price c o n t r o l s , but the compromise worked out with the Senate continued the basic authority.  Government officials announced that there would be no immediate change in Regulation X, which fixes minimum cash down payments lor home purchases. 

Complex Machinery

The announcement was made jointly by the Federal Reserve Board and the Housing and Home Finance Agency, which administer real estate credit curbs.  The new law contains a provision calling for relaxation of Regulation X, but because of the complex machinery set up to put any such relaxation into effect, it appeared likely there would be no change for at least five months, or until next Dec. 1.  The bill would forbid the administration to require a down-payment of more than 5 per cent on houses if the number of new houses started under construction runs below the rate of 1,200,000, a year.  Most estimates by housing experts are for no-more than 1,100,000 starts in 1952.  Present down payment requirements on the general public are graduated up from 5 per cent on houses costing $7,000 or less to 40 per cut on those costing $25,000 or more. For veterans, present requirements are easier: nothing down on houses costing $7,000 or less, and down payments scale from 4.8 per cent on »8,000 housing to 35 per cent on houses costing 125,000 or more.

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7/13/1952

EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Sunday, July 13, 1952   Vol. C104

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RAILROAD PLANS TO STAY

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East Farewell - The mighty Keystone Railroad announced today that it would keep the East Farewell Station open on its Northeast Line indefinitely.  “The Keystone Railroad feels that East Farewell is an important link in the entire system. It’s location in the middle of the line makes it an ideal destination for travelers and businesses alike. The Iron Works that is located there will help supply rails and other essential parts for the extension and maintenance of the line,” said Charles Lumeier, Keystone spokesman.
         The continuation of the use of the station was in some question since the Keystone has opened a new branch to the south of the Northeast branch and many businesses had moved there.  The business shift has concerned town officials but today's announcement will be a reassuring boost. Most of East Farewell's prosperity comes from the train line and the continued support from the company is an unwritten law in town.  
          “I don’t think there was any question, really, when you look at the lake, the beautiful scenery and wonderful downtown area, there wasn’t any question in my mind,” said Mrs. Mallard, a proprietor of local boarding house located on Lake Shore Drive.  "We are all very grateful but don't think we are completely dependant on that railroad, Oh no, we can make out just fine by ourselves.  Like they say, 'You pull yourself up by your bootstraps and you know where you stand.'  Other members in town hold the railroad in high esteem and generally are excited about the announcement.
        "The news of the railroad's decision is in no way related to the announcement from the highway department to place an exit on the proposed highway that will tie Chicago to New York City in the East Farewell vicinity." Lumeier stated when asked.

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LOCAL SPORTS

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Travelers Defeat CGW Nine   4-0

Nagy Pitches four-hit Shutout for Ninth Straight Win

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East Farewell - The East Farewell Travelers won their ninth straight league game Sunday at Packer Field at the expense of Corning Glass Works 4 to 0. Joe Nagy pitched a four-hit shutout allowing Gordon a triple and two singles in the seventh and a single in the ninth for the only hits. The Travelers went out in front in first inning- when Francis got on by an. error, Dunham walked  Cloos advanced both runners and Sweet singled to center to score Francis and Dunham.  Lane singled in the fourth but Tilman hit into a double play and Silver struck out to retire the side.  It was in the seventh that Cloos doubled and Sweet hit a dead center home run to finish the Travelers scoring.  This win extends the Travelers winning streak to nine, the longest since the 15 game run in early 1950.  The next game is scheduled tomorrow at 1:30 in Corning.

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LOCAL NEWS

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Large Crowd Sees Fireworks

Members of Guard and East Farewell Fire-Police

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        An estimated 700 cars were on hand July 4 to observe the fireworks display directed by members of the National Guard and East Farewell-Fire Police.  Comments indicated that this was one of the best organized events held in a number of years. Special praise went to the Fire-Police who directed the parking with no traffic congestion at any time. Preliminary check shows that approximately $450 was collected leaving $75 for next year's event.

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NATIONAL NEWS

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UFOs SIGHTED OVER DC

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Washington, DC  National Airlines plane en route to National Airport, about 60 mi. SW of the city observed a blue- white ball of light hovering to the west. Object then "came up to 11,000 ft. and then maintained a parallel course, on the same level, at the same speed, until the aircraft pilot turned on all lights. Object then departed from the vicinity at an estimated 1000 mph. Weather was excellent for observation." The crew said the object "took off up and away." No other air traffic was reported in the area at the time.

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WAR NEWS

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Korea- Bomber Command directed its B-29s against such targets as communications centers, manufacturing facilities, and supply depots. The Fifth Air Force pilots destroyed sixteen MiGs at a cost of four Sabers. The 3d ARS transported over 700 flood victims to safety. The newly activated 22d Crash Rescue Boat Squadron performed nine rescue missions, saving two lives. 

On the ground, the heaviest fighting took place in the eastern sector near the coast and near Hill 266 (Old Baldy) in the USA 2nd Infantry Division sector as an enemy battalion attempted to seize it. U.S. troops inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy.

Time Shift 2012/1952

      Ok gang, here we go. I am pulling a little time shift this week. I am going to take us way back to the beginning. Not the start of time, just the beginning of East Farewell, the album.    
       The whole story starts on July 13th 1952. The town has been around for a while, the Mighty Keystone railroad pretty much owns the town. They planned it and they built the the station there. The Iron Works is the largest employer in town and supplies rails to the railroad. Mrs. Mallard has had her boarding house open for a few years, housing workers and the crop of summer visitors who have just discovered the town. Natalie, Mrs. Mallard’s daughter, is just coming of age and is quite the scamp. Other characters have yet to be introduced. The Korean War is in full swing and there are several town boys serving. The Lost Oasis is in business but most of the restaurants have yet to open. The Travelers Baseball team is having a super year but still does not have a home stadium. They are forced to play on a makeshift field but are doing well.
       So, join in the dream and ride along while I report the coming and goings, up and downs and ever evolving lives of the folks from East Farewell.
       For your entertainment I have added a brief history of East Farewell to help you understand where the town came from. Enjoy.

THE HISTORY of EAST FAREWELL

East Farewell was incorporated July 13, 1902 by the Lendel brothers, Sid and Lou. They were working for the Mighty Keystone Railroad as surveyors and line planners. The railroad was trying to establish passenger service along the main line across the state and connecting the East Coast to the Midwest. The Lendel brothers chose a site that ran along a pristine lake, later named Lake Charles after Sid’s son. The railroad was looking for a location that was approximately half way down the line to place an iron foundry to produce rails for the lines expansion. The location was perfect for a small town that would help the railroad and attract workers, businesses and well-heeled railroad executives.

The Lendel brothers were visionary town planners. They designed East Farewell with all the best municipal facilities of the day. They designed a complete water system as well as a full sanitary sewer system. They laid out a street grid system with wide streets centered around the train station. Lake Shore Drive circled Lake Charles and offered stunning views of the lake as well as prime real estate locations.  Main Street intersected Lake Shore drive at the train station and proceeded south to finally intersect with Route 10 the main east-west highway in the state.

Unfortunately, the Lendel brothers were better planners than businessmen. They went broke after investing a modest fortune in building East Farewell. The railroad, however, did extremely well and after building the Iron Works it bought out the Lendel brothers and proceeded to expand the town.

The album, "East Farewell" picks up in the early 50’s as the town is on an upswing. The railroad business is booming. The town has a strong economic base of the Iron Works and many small support businesses, bars and restaurants. The town has also parlayed the beauty of Lake Charles and somewhat remote location into a lucrative vacation destination business. Boarding houses like Mrs. Mallard’s line Lake Shore Drive and accommodate visitors like Mr. Pitts, whose reputation is somewhat dubious. Natalie, Mrs. Mallard’s daughter, sings, dances and entices at the Lost Oasis, a local bar. Jake the Bartender doles out sage advice. Bernie and Sue fall in love. Slick Rick grumbles about his situation. In the end Natalie finds fulfillment and happiness with the realization of the true beauty of the town.

You can follow the everyday goings on of the town by logging onto "The News of East Farewell" on the web site; www.creativeventuresmusic.com/news.html.
Listen, enjoy and have fun.

7/7/1955

EAST FAREWELL CELEBRATES FOURTH OF JULY

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East Farewell- East Farewell threw a big party to celebrate the 4^th of July last weekend and it carried over to Monday, the 4^th.  The weekend festivities started Saturday night with a “Main Street Stroll” where most, if not all, the citizens meandered down Main Street.  The street was closed to traffic and every shop was open.  Many of the shop owners were standing in their front doorways greeting visitors and shoppers alike.  There were several areas set up for people the sit and chat and every restaurant and bar had tables set out front for “al fresco” dining and drinking.  Many folks remarked that it reminded them of Paris, even through when questioned further, admitted they had never been to Paris.  Still the open air, casual friendliness was wonderful and the beautiful, warm evening made for a tremendous evening and night under the stars in East Farewell.

            Sunday was baseball day in East Farewell.  The Travelers played a tight won game at Travelers Park or Travelers Home, as it has come to be called.  Before the game started there was a carnival in Lake Fountains Park.  Many of the restaurants and shops set up booths along with several carni-vendors brought in to setup rides and a small midway.  The midway was packed from opening until the music from the ball park called everyone over to the game at 3:00.  The Fair continued on into the evening for the folks who did not go to the game.  As evening approached the crowd increased again as more people came down for supper in the mild evening air.  There were many restaurants offering specials and Fourth of July themed platters and dishes.  Charles Wentz, owner of the Lost Oasis Bar and Restaurant, offered a hot dog and bean special for a mere 50 cents.  Of course, he also offered steins of beer for another 50 cents.  “You can have a full dinner and a couple of brews for a couple of bucks, today only!” laughed Wentz, who was on hand the whole day.

            Monday’s first event was the East Farewell 4th of July Parade.  It proceeded down Main Street, turned on Lake Shore Drive and ended at the Lake Fountains Park.  Marching in the parade were members of the Police and Fire Departments, the High School Band a number of Civic organizations, representatives from all the church congregations and many members of the local government.  Bringing up the end of the parade were the guest marchers, a surprise to all, the entire Travelers Baseball team.  The team was fresh off their hard fought win on Sunday.  They marched the entire length of the parade and much to the delight of everyone they stayed in the Fountains Park and signed autographs.  Many of the townspeople brought picnic lunches and along with the restaurants and beverage vendors most of the parade watchers became part of the largest crowd Fountains Pak has ever seen.  As dark set in the crowd swelled even more in expectation of the main event, the fireworks display.  The crowd was estimated to be between 5 and 6,000 at 9:30, when the first skyrocket was shot off.  The crowd was awed by the display and very appreciative by shouting loud oohs and ahhs and applauding heartily.  The grand finale was a spectacular display that will surely be remembered for some time to come.

The Grand Finale July 4^th, 1955

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SPORTS

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TRAVELERS BEAT RIVERVIEW IN A CLOSE GAME

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East Farewell- The Travelers continued on their record setting pace through the Central League winning again on Sunday.  By beating Riverview they pushed their record to an astounding 17-2.  After going 6-1 on their last road trip, they open a 6 game home stand on Sunday with a tight fought win over the Wildcats.  The 2-1 win was a pitchers duel between two crafty veterans, Joe Nagy for the Travelers and “Big Jim” Norbert for the Wildcats.  Norbert looms an intimidating 6’4” over the mound and was able to strike out the first nine Travelers.  Nagy was able to retire seven in a row before Billy Donahue dropped a single in over Dunham’s valiant stab at shortstop.  Donahue was able to come around to score after Nagy had a bit of a lapse in concentration and allowed Joey Rich a double two batters later.  Nagy regained his composure and went on to finish the game not allowing any more scores and only three more hits.  He only walked four the entire game. 

            On the other side, Norbert was almost unhittable.  He not only stuck out twelve, he only allowed one hit, and three walks.  Unfortunately for him the hit was a homerun by Johnny Cloos and it came after his first walk to Bobby Watson.  That was all the Travelers needed to seal the victory.  The big blow came in the seventh inning and Norbert went on to pitch perfectly for innings eight and nine.  It was a wonderful but ultimately frustrating outing for the fine right hander. 

            The Travelers defense did play a part in this win, turning two double plays and bailing Nagy out a couple of jams but for the most part this was all pitching and was a fine game for a sold-out crowd to watch.  The Travelers continue their home stand Saturday against Fort Lee.  Game time is 1:35.

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 NATIONAL NEWS

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LALANNE SWIMS FROM ALCATRAZ,   SHEIK DIES, DISNEYLAND NEARLY READY

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Jack Lalanne of Oakland, California swims two miles from a point off Alcatraz Island Prison to the San Francisco shore, with his wrists handcuffed together.  Lalanne started from a boat, because Warden Paul Madigan refused him permission to leave from the Island.  Madigan still maintains that Alcatraz is virtually escape-proof for prisoners because “the water is too cold and the currents too swift.”

In Suez Egypt, Sheik Mahmoud Abdel Latiff climbed a 150 foot tower, balancing himself on top and shouted to a crowd below “give me five pounds or I’ll jump.”  Thousands gathered below and came up with a collection of five pounds – equal to $14 U.S. dollars. “No, you are only fooling me” he cried. He stayed for another hour when his hand accidentally touched a hot electrical wire; the sheik lost his footing and fell to his death.

Last minute preparations to get the nearly completed Disneyland ready for dedication ceremonies will be shown on a special this Sunday night at 8 on ABC.

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