& @ CONTRIBUTORE' COLUMN" ¢ (Continued From Page 2) salary, $6, plus expenses, balls, etc, m order to bring Dallas “the best Wyo- ming had to offer, but it seems that penny line-writers, dollar taxpayers, ten cent contributors: who nore not : consulted or allowed to dictate: every promotion or movement, then they bring the cuttle-fish propaganda into play, if not to rule ,then to ruin. Just how long the fans will stand for this ~ class “of advertisement that is brand- ing them a misfit, ete, will soon be ~ demonstrated at the games ‘now listed Eby the Athletics. There is not one cent of personal gain to be had by any person whatsoever in the promoting and the furthering of interest of the Dallas team in the Wyoming League. In fact, its motive is to build up the sport in Dallas, and their permitting the Saturday games played by the Rural League to free use of thel rounds” ,and the high school to use the field for its baseball and football games at a small charge in order to keep the grounds in order, proves be- yond a doubt the good intention of b those who are backing the team. In fact, if the season will show a profit, and we trust.it will, all moneys will be deposited with the First National \ ~ Bank of Dallas for the credit of 1931 season. Nuf Ced. Nevertheless, it was a great game. ‘Fourteen players took part with Dallas. For those who do not know, the : management, was compelled to make all contracts valid by playing a man at least one inning before his contract would be binding, which, of course, accounts for the changes in the lineup. Harter reported for duty, and as usual his bets were to be placed # against his home team. That accounts for the one-half of one per cent. of the rooters, heard over along the Dal- las fans. Approximately 2500 fans, made up } of women, men and children, were on the grounds. Eighty-five per cent were rooting for Dallas. Chet Culver had 4 great day, Jile- wise Hutchins, but owing to the cold ~ weather neither player had an oppor- tunity for a work-out. Culver allowed but two hits up to the sixth inning when he asked to be relieved. Abie says it looks like a real line- up and he has taken a liking to them, gu. 5 but says they all need a hair cut and some of them had either lost their safety razor or someone had used the other razor to cut corns. Wondering if he was not looking at the other team when he formed that opinion. Hackling is in a class by himself. We have always maintained that be was the best catcher or even the best performer back of the countain, and We now predict that before the end of the season ha will be heard from. Just } keep your eyes on Hack when he is| back of the plate. ~ Sportsmanship displayed by Thomas and listed as contributors. both com- petitors, proves that real Arxferican bloods runs true to color, both these gentlemen were on the grounds, also furnished their cars to transport fans and players to and from the grounds and were rooting every minute for the home team. This is the spirit that will pull the team over the top and the fans as well as the players appre- ciate their efforts. And while we have mentioned con- ~ tributors we publish the following and will publish an additional list next week: The Dallas Post, TFrantz’s store, First National Bank, Oliver's Garage, Risley-Major Co. Dr. Flem- ing, Dr. Schwartz, Dr. Schooley, Dr. Bodycomb, Gregory's. barber shop, ~ Woolbert’s Market, Trucksville; Ralph Hallock, ‘Earl Monk, Ralph Drickel, Clyde Veitch, Mr. Hale, Capt. C. N. Booth Capt. John T., Ruth, Paul Shaver, ‘Howard Hontz, Add.son Woolbert, Sr., Arthur J. Brown, L. A. McHenry, Ira, D. Cooke, Thomas Hig- gins, Robert Hislop, H. W. Risley, Fred Youngblood, R. IL. Leonard, Thomas Czuleger, Z. KE. Garinger, Wesley Himmler, C. N. Lapp, J. Ear- ris, Warden Kunkle, Charles Rice, Charles P. Hunt, Paul Gordon, Joseph Wallo, R. Rarris and many others have signified their intention of mak- ing a contribution and In assisting in making this year one of the best in local baseball history. Anyone wish- ing to make a contribution will pay the same to Thom Higgins, treasurer .of the club, and will be appreciated. Case meant business. He was out to punch a hole in the roofs or poke out a few window panes. The drive ~ on any other ground would have credited him with a home run and then some. Krachenfels ,the new second base- man, played a star game, both in the field and at bat. The official score sheet gives him one time at bat, a hit and he drew three bases on balls. ‘While Marty Pointek draws a base on balls, lays down a hit and scores in both instances. Two hits ,a hair-raising one hand] - catch , that turned him cou:pletely around, a perfect delivery to first base, gets his man and a hand from the erowd that would compel Babe Ruth he to tip his cap, was Bill LaRar's work for the day at shortstep. And Owens also had hiz day for two innings by smashing out a two-bagger|. and drawing a base on 2 passed ball, third strike, two men Tone. It would not be surprising to hear that the management had agreed 1 pon Sammy Owens for manager. Wel, we do not believe it could do better. He knows all of the players in the valley, which will give to Dallas considerable protection, he knows the game, is liked by all and wanted by the players. ‘What more? : MacDougal, one of the stars of the Rural League last year, did not have an opportunity to display his old time form. Ma~ never did like souath- paws and the best part of it he ad- mits it. If someone wil’ just assist Tommy Reese to adjust his licens: tags and inform hi mthe ‘meaning of the red and green lights, how to ‘make a right snd left turn and the purpose of the stop signs and'give the jud tes a day off we might increase our receipts and allow Tommy to get acquainied with the leather on the cover of the ball and his mitt, also that he mniight spend sufficient time with the players so that he can call them by their first name and then it’s going to be a big day for Tommy. “ And Teddy, wild nights and parties are certainly hard on the eyes. Early to bed Saturday nights is our only prescription. Bowen, one of the top-nochers in the Lackawanna League, playing with. Old Forge last season, reported. He will be seen on the diamond next Sunday either at second base or shortstop. Grand Pap, otherwise known as Bert Stitzer when he’s all dressed up and better known as “Stitz” whea in a baseball uniform, through some mis- understanding, did not report in uni- form. Nevertheless, Bert appeared in the grounds and assisted the bois in practice. Had he been in the !ineup we might have had a different story to ‘tell. Sunday. Guy Scouton will be given a chance Sunday to show his wares, Guy is in the making as a ball player ani we liope that he will be able to hold down a berth on the Athletics’ lineup. This space we reserved for the “Chocolate Kid,” better known as “Ad” Woolbert, the fine looking gen- tleman now holding down first base. What we like about “Ad” is his al- ways boosting, ‘if he be on the bench or in the game, his slogan is: “We are. out to win,” and the man who competes for his position will know that he is playing ' something more than ping pong. Then Archie ‘Austin ‘might take a few tips that we just handed to Teddy. Archie maintains that they only play cards, serve ice cream and cake and that he did partake of a few cakes at Higgins ’and it was not later than 3 a. m. Sunday moruing when he pulled in, which, of course, accounts for all the fresh marks or brands he now is carrying on his face. Well, Archie ,we always did have a good opinion of you and in order to keep faith, we hope to mark you up with a couple of “H’s” and maybe some S. O. S’s. You know-—same old stuff. The Athletics have just signed up Tex Pazanski, who starred in the In- dependent League last season. He beat Maltby, pitching a one-hit game. He comes well recommended and is to report on the grounds Sunday. It is the intention of the managemeni to start Tex or Crawford, another new recruit and who performed in several fast games, both this and last season. Next Sunday's game will be a real treat. Plains has a fast, smappy team. Dallas, likewise, will perform beyond your expectations. Come out. Roet and support a good movement. Yours for better sportsmanship, new and clean advertising for the rucal district. CIP. er domi See the “Man in the Moon” at Lake Township High School, Friday Night, May 2. Annual Senior play to defray xepenses of Washington trip. et PAST RECORDS ‘DO COUNT Senator A. J. Sordoni has brought five million dollars of State funds to Luzerne county residents during his term of office. Compare this record with any man who preceded him from the Twentieth District in the State Senate. During his term of office Senator A J. Sordoni has worked for Luzerne County as a whole. Cities have not been favored at the expense of rural communities; neither have the urban Lehinan-Pike’s Creek road, Shick- skinny-Benton, Kingston Narrows, Harvey's Lake road, Kingston town- ship road, Plymouth- Kingston road, the road eliminating the dangerous Edge Hill at West Nanticoke and the elimination of dangerous underpasses and railroad crossings on the Ashley boulevard and the new and shortened Hazleton highway were ‘all Sordoni projects. ~adv. f—_—— 0 Old Bibles on Exhibition Marking the fourth centenary - of the birth of Jasper Karoli, who was first to translate the Bible into Hum garian, Protestants of Transylvania gathered an exhibition of old Bibles. The most-ancient was a Karoll edition of 1592. : ‘Grand Haven, Mich, the past week with his parents, Mr. - Kitty Thomas, Race, John Yellitz, Peter Yellitz, Paul Stitz will be seen in action Albert Keiper has® returned to after : spending! and Mrs. William Keiper. | 4 1 Miss Ruth Keiper of Kingston spent Sun-| Mr. and Mrs. Fred . Harlow, day as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wil- | liam XKeiper. R. S. Crosby is ra in New York City. The annual track meet of athletic } in Wyoming county will be held Saturday, May 5, Tunkhannocx | .The following girls and boys of the: associations of schools at the fair grounds, Noxen high school will participate: Phoebe Scouten, Flora Smith, Breece; Ely, Pauline Kresge, Esther Palmer, Alice Race, Margaret Palmer, Ray Roushey, Sherwood Mc- Kenne, S. Saffron, George VanCampen, Floyd Mansfield, George Space, Olin Weber. Howard Mullen, interior decorator, is busily engaged beautifying homes of many Noxenites.' The Noxen baseball team played ifs first game Saturday, April 26, defeat- ing Idetown by the score of 19 to 7. Judging from attendance much en- thusiasm was shown by local fans. The general appearance of the high school campers has been greatly im- proved by the planting of trees and shrubs, purchased by the Parent- Teachers’ Association. Much credit should be given Dr. Silas Americus and Prof. J. M. Lease in the planning and planting of the trees. Mrs. Clifford Messersmith and son John have returned to their home in Endicott, N. Y. after spending the past two weeks with Mr. and Mrs. F. Osborne. Miss Thelma Miller recently enter- tained the members of the cast of “The Adventure’s Grandpa” at ner home ‘on Armour avenue. Games, music and dancing were enjoyed. A tasty lunch was served to about thirty guests. / The card party held Wednesday evening at St. Luke's parish house by the Ladies’ Society was a great suc- cess, both financially and socially. The committee composed of the following ladies deserve a great deal of credit: Miss Ora Miller, rMs. C. A. Boston and Mrs. R. S. Crosby. : Mrs. R. S. Crosby, who has confined to her home with a severe cold, is able to be about again. A forest fire on Sunday destroyed a large ‘tract of timber land in Roote Hollow. Warden Turner was called been and with the aid of townsmen soon had the fire under control. { Adam Kresge is having his home painted and adds greatly to the ap- pearange of our main street. Ed Williams has charge of the work. “Doc” Rauch is also having his tenant house painted. The many friends of “Billy” Keiper are pleased to see him about town again. Mr. Keiper has been confined to his home by illness the past four months. Lawrence “Topsy” Crispell of South Run and Miss Eva Milliard of Beau- mont were 'married recently, the cere- mony being performed by Rev. Walt- man, grandfather of the bridegroom. The community extends its heartiest congratulations. Mrs. Walter Blizzard was pleasantly surprised Tuesday _evening by the members of the Ladies’ Society of St. Luke's church on her birthday anni- versary. Mrs. Blizzard was presented sented with a beautiful bridge lamp. Cards were played and lunch was served to the following: Mrs. I. De- Vine, Mrs. G. Thomas, Mrs. E. Miller, Mrs. Yiengst, Mrs. H. Miller, Miss Ora Miller, Mrs. C. Boston, Mrs. M. Thomas, Mrs. J. Dotter, Mrs. L. Belles, Mrsy L. Newell, Mrs. E. Schenk, Mrs. G. Shock, Mrs. A. Dendler, Mrs. Whit- taker, Mrs. Engleman. Frank Miller of Forty Fort is in- stalling a new hot water system in the property of Mrs. Beulah Van- Campen. ‘Word has been received that Frank Bowman of Sayre, Pa. who recently underwent an operation at the Sayre hospital, is rapidly recovering. His many friends in this community wish him a speedly recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Jennings- of Tunkhannock attended the funeral Mrs. Madge Strohl. The Ahieman Iodge, No. .760, Beaumont, will be host to members tha Odd Fellows lodge of Beaumont and Noxen at a dinner to be served in the basement of the Union Chuch at Beaumont by the Ladies’ Aid Society of that church at Saturday, May 3. Sarving will start promptly at 8 o'clock. After the dinner a special program, consisting of talks by Fred C, Hanyon, past grand master of Pennsylvania; District Attorney Wal- lace Mosier; vocal solo, Lewis Leger; remarks by Robert: M. Simms, Scran- ton, district deputy grand master; piano solo, Mrs. T. T. Loveland, will be given in the church. The enter- ta-nment is free to the public. NOW ILL TELL YOU WHY— When you build ’em, build ’em strong—Gardens the same way—plant ® All Regular Fellows LOVE OF THE OUT-OF-DOORS \ 8 And Nature knows it. ¢Gt away from the thoughts of the city—its rush, worry, dust and hurry. Plant a Garden! NOW PLL TELL YOU WHY! 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