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The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-04-06
(Third of Q series on famous bal
 players) By HARRY CRIMSON NEA Sports Editor

George Herman Ruth Is down in history as the Sultan of Swat, but he also was one of the greatest of left-hand pitchers. Of all his records, Babe Ruth is proudest Of having pitched 25 scoreless innings in the World Series-for the Boston Red Sox against the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1916 and Chicago Cubs in 'l8,
 Moss other pitcher-outtield con- verts made the change only after their arms failed-Smoky Joe Wood, etc.-but with Ruth that, of course, was no consideration. The Bambino was still the best left-handed pitch- CT in the American League when Ed Barrow moved to the New York Yankees with him and made him an outfielder because of his thump- ing. The Bam played acceptably at first base, was left-handed catch CT in his youth.
 Ruth never made a bad play, such as throwing to the wrong base. He wasn't a long thrower like Long Bob Meusel. but was remarkably accu- rate-a left-handed Joe DtMaggio in that respect. He never played the sun field, yet the only work of fiction suggested by his amazing career was written by the late Hey wood Broun and called, The Sun Field.
 In his younger days, Ruth was a crafty base runner and an accom- pliShed slider.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-04-06
Last Nights Fights
(By United Press)

New York-Johnny Price. l34 3-4, Montreal. outpolnted Julio Gallucci, l39 l-4, Hartford, Conn (6).
 Newark. N. J.-Charley Eagle, iT7 i-2, Waterbury. Conn. Outpoint- cd Billy Grant. i0e. Orange. N. ]. (iW.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-04-06
WHITE eOX

French Lick, Ind. April e.-(UPl The Chicago White Box play the Cubs in Q Red Cross benefit game tnmorrow and manager Jimmy
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sammy Procopn daily eters postcards phone sports editors the Bul ooe in the spoines for couple of years more writes ines ngly Durham, N o. where attending famous Duke un Nnrsly intercollegiate football along interesting newspaper clipping Cornelius Warmer California champion pole vaulter to clear IS feet "Cony Is at Chapel Hnl N where he Navy pre-night training CLOUDBUSTER He swell elow to know and glad met him." writes sammy
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-04-06
'7HiSpOrting
 World
A Little of This and That

Perhaps win remembered too wen when deeds Washington Roosevelt recalled fifty possible that Joe Hoover of Hollywood may turn w 70 be of the three rockies of the year when next World series Braves with fighting club l a letting each day and each take Of
 
  hnehnR school Wangod
  Fgnng NATIONAL LEAGUE ball I just can't handle it."
The Waterbury Democrat., 1943-04-06
STILL MOST POPULAR FIGURE

kOTOLAM EANOAE
 Ruth was baseball's most glamor- ous figure. He was the games high eSt-Salaried performer $50, GOO, $52.OOO, $70O0O, $80,O00 in 30 and 3l, $75.000, $50,0O0. $35.0O0.
 Even at $s00O0 he was grossly uln- derpaid, for he was the biggest bucks office magnet in the annals of the sport. Only last summer, at the age of 48, he packed Yankee Stadium with 8O.00O admirerS-and hit a home run off Walter Johnson! He remains the most popular man who ever played. He was also basebalrs heaviest fined bad boy and. as time marched on, it's forgotten man.
 Ruth became home run special ist while pitching and pinch-hitting for the Red SoX. In the days of choke hitters, he gripped the bat way down at the end. He was the first batters to concentrate on home runs. He shot for the works. He inc stituted something new and sensa. tional when baseball was sadly in need of a tonic-following the Black Sox scandal.
 Ruth had a double swing, looked good striking out. He had perfect rhythm. It was the power in his wrists at the end of his tremendous swing that enabled him to uppercut the ball and belt it for such re- markable distances.
 BALLOON ON TOOTHPICKs
 The fabulous feats of Ruth fill a book. Ball players would be arguing about how far the ball was hit by him while 1t was still in flight. He was the only batter visiting players would watch in practice. I'll never forget the two little Waners watch ing Ruth and the late Lou Gehrig in batting practice before the World Series opened in Pittsburgh in '2T. Their eyes popped out of their heads as the two giants, who seemed like men from another world. popped one ball after another into and over the right field stand.
 There was the World Series game with the Cubs in Chicago in '32, when Ruth pointed to the left field stand, and hit the next pitch into it-smack dab. He was SO good he could call his shots.
 Ruth vas slender kid when he first came up. stood six feet two and weighed 2i5 pounds at his peak. Tn later years, he blew up until he looked like a balloon on toothpicks.
 Ruth had Q devOuring appetite. Had nc been sawed in two on any Riven ulaving dMv. half of ategens'
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22

training through the method, which had been arranged by Commission CT of Education Dr. James c. Ryan.
 Father To Son
 Interrupting the proceedings to the complete astonishment of his son, Supt Phillips made the diplo- ma presentation himself, saying that when Bob joined the family, I made up my mind that if stayed in the teaching profession, I want ed some day to present my son with his high school diploma"
 Because the class members want ed it themselves, the Seniors stood and sang Auld Lang Syne, before the playing of the recessional by the school band, ending the exer- cises. The gymnasium was filled, both on the main floor and the balcony, with 700 or 800 persons in attendance.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
COMMENCEMENT WEEK AT
 SHELDON JACKSON HELL

Bnd-of- -the-year exercises were held at Sheldon Jackson School this week.
 Achievement night was Wednes- day evening. At that time there was a presentation of the various school activities. Parents and friends of the students were able to view the displays of things made by the students during the year.
 On Thursday evening, farewell social was held for the students and faculty members.
 The Commencement exercises took place Friday morning at 10 o'clock, Members of the graduating class include Julia Durkee, Flor ence Grant, James Walton, George Haldane, Jr, Flora Swift, Marietta Johnson, Clara Hamilton, Cyril George, Kenneth James, Edward Verney and Robert David.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
U. S. GETTING
 READY FOR 1 BIG STRIKE
When and Where Attack Will Be Made Is Sub-
 jeet of Conjecture
(Continued from Page One)

 tended than Guadalcanal.
 One big argument against this IS the Japanese have many airfields between Rabaul and the American positions. To cut them of however would be a major task.
 The United States offensive in the Aleutians, on either side of the Kiska stronghold, may be preview on a small scale of things to come in the southwest Pacific.
 The next stop in the Aleutians is undoubtedly Kiska.
 The degree of Japanese resistance in the Aleutians may influence the time for the next big Pacific of fenSive.
 If Japan diverts sufficie n t strength to the north to put up a desperate fight in the Aleutians, the United States may find the going less rough in the MacArthur- Halsey sector.
 If the Japanese let the Kiska force wage a suicidal fight while concentrating strength in the south west, a major American offensive in the southwest will be waged al a much greater cost in men, ships and planes.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
FIELD DAY AT SHELDON
 JACKSON SCHOOL. SUCCESS

The annual Field Day held at Sheldon Jackson School on May II was one of the high lights of the school year The weather being fine, the events started promptly at 8:30 am. Two teams, the Blue and the Gold, vied with each other to win as many points as pos sible
 After keen competition all day long, the Blues finally won with a total of 2l9 points to the Colds 190 points
 Presentation of awards was made later on in the evening and the exercises closed with the singing of the school song. The traditional Field Day, as always. had been a huge success.
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improving social conditions.
 Curfew Enforcement

Chief of Police Whittemore an- nounced that the curfew law, the enforcement of which has been for some time overlooked, will be ob- served beginning this week. Youths and picture show operators were admonished that no sales of tick cts to second shows" were to be made to those affected by the cui- few law. The military police will assist the home guard in observing the actions of youngsters during night hours
 City authorities of Sitka also made it known that improved medical and nursing service to the people was desired, as the city has no hospital or health center. AL though there is no hope of the former during the war, as re- suit of the conference, authorities are increasing their negotiations with private citizens and military and naval authorities for obtaining lot and suitable housing for use as a health center.
 A quonset hut, or two small buildings formerly used by ,he Signal Corps may be moved to a vacant lot in the heart of town. Local funds are to be used for re- furnishing the quarters.
 It was understood that the Sitka Health Council is to meet soon and possibly decide on a public health medical and nursing program that would more nearly meet the de- sires and needs of Sitkans. Mill tary medical personnel have indi- ca.ed a willingness to participate in the health program of the com lnunity to whatever extent pos siEle.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22

(Continued from Page Three) He expressed special thanks to the commanding officers of the enlist ed class members, who have per mitted the boys absences from camp to attend school examinations and commencement.
 Class Accepted
 R. E. Robertson, chairman of the school board, accepted the class and paid tribute to their endeavors. He also mentioned the unusual fact that two members had grandfath- CTS, Alaskan pioneers, present for the eremony-"Skip" MacKinnon and Anna Lois Davis.
 R. R. Hermann, of the Juneau School Board, presented the 38 class members with their diplomas, including that of Lawrence Bolyan, correspondence study graduate who completed all of his high school work and most of his elementary
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
CIIRFEW LAW CARRIES
 PENALTY FOR VIOLATORS

Announcement has been made that the curfew law for children under eighteen will be strictly en- forced in Sitka from now on. The siren will blow one short blast at 10 pm. each evening and that means that all children under eighteen are to be off the streets unless accompanied by a grown person having him or her in charge.
 After one or two offences. par ents of these children will be taken before the Municipal Magistrate for trial and upon conviction will be punished by fine not exceed ing $1o or imprisonment not ex- ceeding five days or both.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
FAR REACHING
 RESULTS FROM
 SITkA MEETING
Cify,Indidn Bureau, Health Dept. Officials Draw Up
 Progressive Program


 One of the most effectual and far-reaching meetings affecting the welfare of Sitkans was held this week as result of an urgent call by Mayor Vim Goddard Attend ing from Juneau were Dr. George Hays, U. s. Public Health Service, liaison officer for the Territory, and officials of the Bureau of In dian Affairs, including Dr. Evelyn
 I. Butler and Raymond Wolff. pr. J. P. Eberhardt, medical director, was prevented from attending by illness. Others were members of the city council, officials of Sitka,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
SITKA CHILD DROWNS
 IN LAKE NEAR HOME

After being missing from home only twenty minutes, Geraldine Ro- berts. two and half year old daughter of Mir. and Mrs. Jack Ro- berts of Sitka was found drowned ill Swan Lake last Tuesday night. All efforts at resuscitation failed.
 Funeral. services were held Thurs day afternoon at the Lutheran Church with the Rev. Hugh Dowler officiating. Interment was at the City Cemetery.
 In addition to the parents, the child is survived by brother, Jack Roberts, aged fourteen months.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
SITKA ROTARIANS
 ON QUIZ PROGRAM

Four Rotarians, Jack Calvin, Ben Miller, Winn Goddard and Phil Johnson, represented their club on the Quiz Program presented Friday night over Station WICK.
 At the regular weekly luncheon held last Tuesday, club members heard William Cook speak in the My Business" series of talks. MT Cook discussed the changes that had taken place in Sitka in the past thirty years.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22

the puDllc nedlJn lluiScS anu d number of leaders among the na- tives.
 According to information from Sitka, many problems were clari- fled and settled to the satisfaction of those involved Important among these were agreements reached re- garding the connection of the properties in the Indian Village to the public sewer system, which mas been controversial for some time. The village is one of five in or near Alaska towns that years ago was relieved from taxation by Congressional act. The city there fore, was unable to enforce sewer connections in the usual way, levy ing the cost against the property.
 Agreement Reached
 Under the agreement reached, as a result of last weeks conferences, the Bureau of Indian Affairs will provide the money for connecting the properties of indigent natives, while representatives of the A.NB. promised to inventory the material on hand as well as that needed for all connections. Later Dr. Hays and pr. Eberhardt will return to Sitka to expedite. if possible, the granting of priorities and purchase of the piping and plumbing sup plies
 A number of dilapidated old structures in the village which have long been eye-sores and fire hazards, will be razed. The Indians will obtain agreements of prop erty owners and the City will as- sist in cleaning up the properties, as well as a general cleanup in the village. John Hall, public health engineer, of the Territorial Health Department, will follow up this week to aid in a general cleanup campaign throughout the city Health authorities here expressed qualification at the signs of civic consciousness manifested by the new administration headed by Mayor Goddard.
 Delinquency Problem
 Another problem discussed and now on it's way toward settlement, was that concerning the disposi- ton of venereally diseased delin- quent women. Three native girls who are not residents of Sitka were being held in the jail and treated, pending a solution to the problem of their disposition. Responsibility for two cases who were minors was assumed by the Bureau. Final &C., tion on the third is pending.
 The policy was established, by mutual agreement, that hereafter such cases were to be isolated by hospitalization or otherwise while being rendered non infectious, pending court action to determine the agency responsible for reha- bilitation and final disposition.
 In an effort to prevent delin- quency, the natives agreed to set ap a council within the brother hood and sisterhood for the clear ing of pre-delinquent natives in order to prevent their getting into the hands of the police authorities or becoming infected This was con sidered a most forward step in the creation of better relations and
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
HURL 2-HITTER
 BUT l0SES GAME
(By Associated Press)

Johnny Niggeling pitched two- hitter but Catcher Ferrell's ninth inning error allowed the Athletics to defeat the Browns in the first night game of the season played in St. Louis.
 In Chicago last night, it took Johnny Humphries one hour and 29 minutes to pitch a 3-hitter as the Sox beat the Washington Sen ators before nocturnal crowd of S,567 spectators. The Sox got nine hits.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
LUTHERAN LADIES HOSTS
 AT TEA FOR MRS. DRUGG

Complimentary to Mrs. Nels Drugg, the women of the Lutheran Church were hostesses at a tea last Wednesday. Many friends called between the hours of and 5 O. clock at the church parlors.
 MT. and Mrs. Drugg with their children, Virginia and Warren, will leave next week to make their home on the East coast.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
Gso GIRLS ARE IGNORED

Company "C's' dinner and danc- ing party for GSO girls was a huge success. The fellows proved them selves excellent hosts and even staged an impromptu show for the girls.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
USO WANTS SENIOR
 HOSTESSES TO VOLUNTEER

The USO staff is sending out a
 call for Sitka mothers to volunteer their services as senior hostesses. All women who can assist any time
 between the hours of am. and II pm. at asked to contact either MT. Craven or Miss Howe at the Castle.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
SQUARE DANCES POPULAR

The Monday square dances con- tinue to be one of the most popu- lar attractions at the Castle. A new asphalt tile floor has added considerable enjoyment to h e dancing.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
MRS. HoDGINs RETURNS

Mrs H. J. Hodgins returned to her home here last week after spending a brief vacation in Se- attle
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
First Bank of Sitka.
INDIAN AFFAIRS HEAD
 IN SITKA ON BUSINES

Claude M. Hirst, superintendent of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, with headquarters in Juneau, spent a few days in Sitka on business last week
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
MRS. DUNCAN AND BOY
 BABY LEAVE HOSPITAL

Mrs. Emma Duncan and her baby boy were outgoing patients at the Government Hospital yesterday afternoon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
4 SETKA NEWS 4

taining a group of her friends Sun day evening at buffet supper About twenty guests will be pres ent.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
sITKAN RETURNS FROM VISIT

After visiting relatives in Wash ington for the past few weeks, Mrs. Clyde Hager returned to Sitka last Sunday. Mrs Hager is teller at the
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22

Yemen, in southern Arabia, is one of the few remaining countries which lack a railroad.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1943-05-22
COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES OF
 LAST EVENING
B Seniors Receive Diplo mas in We'll Ordered
 Ceremony Here

(Continued from Page Three)
Evening star., 1943-04-04

is sp""ding this Sunday with Mr..
and Mrs. Paul J. Bailey at their
estate on St. Clements Bay.
Mrs. Edward Lee Van Vert, who
has been spending the last two
months in Washington with her SON.
in-law and daughter, Mr.. and Mrs.
Norman Jacobs, and family, re-
turned to her home last evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Harron of
Broomes Island have with them for
a fortnight Mr.. Earl Harron of
Washington.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Latimer of
Mutual have as their house guest
Mrs. Alexander Somervell of Rock
vile. They also have with them
Mr.. Maurice Peters of Washington,
who is spending April with them.
Miss Bessie King of Washington
is spending this week end with Mr.
and Mrs. Kenneth King at Island
Creek.
Mrs. T. j. Younger, who has been
spending the past winter month in
Washington, returned to her home
last evening in Lower Marlboro and
has opened her residence for the
spring in Calvert County.
Miss Dorothy Ordwein of Hyatts-
vile is spending this week with
Miss Clara Dixon at her estate
Olivet, at Prince Frederick.
Mrs. Frederick T. Bowling OF
Hughesville Is spending April in
Washington with her daughter. Miss
Amalie Bowling, and will, the end
! Of the month, spend few days with
Evening star., 1943-04-04
Mrs. Crawford
WEEDS Mr.. Ritchie
In Chevy Chase
Couple to Live
In Washington
After HONEYMOON

The marriage of Mrs. Daniel
Crawford. daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
Edward Brock of Hiteman, Iowa, to
Mr.. Paul Joseph Ritchie of this
city, son of Mrs. c. Howard Ritchie
of Philadelphia, Pa, and the late
Mr.. Ritchie, took place last evening
at $3.50 o'clock at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. Reuel w. Elton in Chevy
Chase, Md.
The Rev. Clifford Homer Rich
mond of the Chevy Chase Meth
odist Church off1ciated. The home
was decorated with spring flowers
and tapers.
The bride wore powder blue aft
ernoon dress with navy blue acces-
sories and a spray of orchids. Her
only attendant was Miss Lokeel Volt,
who wore navy blue dress with ac-
cessories of the same shade and a
gardenia corsage.
Mr.. Elton was the best man for
Mr.. Ritchie.
Following the ceremony recep-
ton was held for the few relatives
and close friends who attended the
wedding. After the reception Mr..
and Mrs Ritchie left for a wedding
trip. They will make their home in
Washington.
Evening star., 1943-04-04
Diplomatic Set
Changes Listed
Continued From Page D-1)

already has begun her study OF
English.
The newly appointed Haitian
Ambassador, M. Andre Liautaud,
who has been in his homeland for
a week, is expected to arrive in
Miami over the week end and will
come to Washington tomorrow or
Tuesday. Nine. Liautaud. who re-
Gently visited in Haiti, again is at
the legation.
The Haitian government owns
the legation at 4842 Sixteenth street,
where the chancery is established
as we'll as the residence of the
minister. The minister is expected
to bring with him his credentials as
the first personal representative of
the President of Haiti at Washing
ton and will present them at the
first opportunity.
The Ecuador Ambassador, Capt.
Eloy Colon Alfaro, has had as his
guest his eldest son, Senor Eloy
Alfaro, who left last week to join
his mother and brothers in Panama.
Sonora de Alfaro is expected to
return to Washington shortly. She
has been in Panama since the late
summer of last year, when she ac-
companied the youngest of their
sons, Olmedo, who was graduated
In June from the United States
Military Academy, where his
brothers and his father also were
graduated.
Evening star., 1943-04-04
Phi Delta Gamma
Spring Tea Today

The Washington Alumnae Chap
ter of Phi Delta Gamma, national
graduate woman's fraternity, will
hold a spring tea this afternoon
from to o'clock at the George
town home of Mrs. U. v. Wilcox in
honor of their newly elected officers
They are Miss Ora Marshino, presi-
dent: Mrs. l.. R. Wagner, vice presi-
dent; Miss Nina Booth. secretary;
Miss Elizabeth Hewston, correspond
ing secretary, and Miss Ruth De
Groot, treasurer.
Plans will be discussed for CO.
operating with the National Com
mittee Of Phi Delta Gamma in ex-
tending honorary membership to
Nine. Chang Kai-shek.
Phi Delta Gamma is the only
woman's fraternity of graduate
women, including all professional
groups within its membership. It
has enrolled outstanding women In
all fields of professional endeavor
The newly elected officers will re-
ceive at the tea and Miss Anne
Bambery will preside at the tea
table.
Evening star., 1943-04-04
News Of Week
from Southern
Maryland Places
Elizabeth Stone
Spending Week End
With Her Mother

LEONARDTOWN, Md, April g.
Miss Elizabeth Stone of Washington
is spending this Sunday with her
mother, Mrs. Frank Stone, at her
estate, Cobrum, on st. Clements Bay
Miss Louise Cullens of Washington
is with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs
Russell Cullens, at their estate at
Dynard for this week end.
Capt. and Mrs. c. B. Gass of Abel
have with them for today and to-
morrow their son-in-la and daugh-
ter, Mr.. and Mrs. Jack McWilliams
and family Of Washington.
Prof. Carol Woodrow of the Uni
versity of Maryland is spending this
week end with his parents, the Rev
and Mrs. j. M. B. Woodrow.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. B. Helms, jr.
and family Of Washington are spend
ing this week end with Mrs. Helms
mother, Mrs. Lottie M. Alvey, at her
estate, Sunnyside, at Clements.
Miss Daley Alwine of Washington