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WHO is the greatest all-around ballplayer and who is the greatest all-around football player of all time? This doesn’t include stars playing only one position. It is an argument that covers many positions, where versatility is the big idea. We put the first problem up to Ed Barrow, the veteran director of

the New York Yankees, who has been in the thick of the scuffle for some 50 years. “My nomination,” Ed says, “is Hans Wagner, when it comes to all-around ability. “I’ll tell you why. Wagner was a great outfielder with a

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great arm. I’ve seen Grantland Rice him star at first, second, short and third. He was a first-class catcher, And one day I made him pitch—and he would have made a fine pitcher with that arm. He was the only man I ever knew who was above the average in all nine positions. He was the greatest shortstop. “I’ll go beyond that. He also was one of the greatest hitters baseball ever knew. He had no weakness. As Christy Mathewson once said, ‘His -only weakness is a base on balls.’ Hans led the league eight years. He was a power hitter and a place hitter. About W agner “Here’s another angle about Wagner,” Earrow continued. “He was •one of the greatest base runners in the game. Here was a big, awkward 200-pounder who used to steal from. 50 to 60 bases. Everyone knows how great Cobb and Ruth were. But I am talking about every angle that makes up baseball —outfield, infield, offense, defense, hitting, base running—l mean everything. “Cobb and Ruth have been our two most phenomenal players. But

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5 Wagner could do ? more, in more posil tions, than either of < them could. He was | an amazing ballplayer. He was a : great kid balls player, and he also was a star when he | was 43 years old. | Don’t forget that.

„ “Hans had the Honus Wagner greatest pajr Qf hands that anyone ever brought to the game. He had a pair of hands that looked like hams, but they had a sensitive touch. They were live hands. “I don’t have to say anything •about Cobb and Ruth. You know where they belong. Remember, I’m just telling you about a fellow who could do more things better than -anyone else. I mean Wagner.” W hat About Football? ' The player in football who matches Wagner in baseball is Jim ‘Thorpe. Thorpe, like Wagner, could do more things in a better way than •anyone else. Here’s the answer—Thorpe was a great ball carrier, one of the best. He could run an end or crack a line. He was an exceptional kicker —punter, drop-kicker or place kick«r. He was a good passer and a good pass receiver. Thorpe had just one weakness. If he didn’t happen to be in the mood, or in condition, on a certain day, he would put out only when he had to. The reason Pop Warner picked Ernie Nevers over Thorpe was this—“Nevers gave me 60 minutes of everything he had,” Pop said. “Sometimes Jim would and sometimes he would not. But they were two of the greatest I ever saw. Thorpe at his best was the best.” A Feiv Others For all-around value I can add two others—Babe Ruth in baseball. Bronko Nagurski in football. Ruth was a star pitcher, a fine outfielder, a pretty good first base-

man great hitter. He was the greatest of all power hitters. And Babe is still prouder of his pitching than he is of his hitting. The football entry is Bronko Nagurski. First, a star tackle; later a fine end; still later the greatest fullback 1 ever saw. As Steve Owen once said, “Nagur-

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ski is the only back I ever saw who could run his own interference.” Bo McMillin picks Cal Hubbard, now coaching at Geneva collegegreat end, great tackle, and probably the best line backer of all time. Cal, fast on his feet, weighed only around 250. , Then there is Dutch Clarke, another luminary of exceptionally high all-around class. In checking back through this list, one of the most important factors is the length of time they played. How long could they hold the pace? Stamina and durability are qualities that can’t be overlooked in any final summing up.

Gems of Thought CO LONG as we love, we 7 serve. So long as we are loved by others I would almost say we are indispensable; and no man is useless while he has a friend.—R. L. Stevenson. Tench us gently, Time! If'e’ve not proud nor soaring wings; Our ambition, our content, Lies in simpler things. —B. W. PROCTER. Heaven is blessed with perfect rest, but the blessing of earth is toil.—Henry Van Dyke.' For friendship, of itself a holy tie, is made more sacred by adversity.—Dryden. The bravest are the tenderest.—Bayard Taylor.

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Gown and Jacket IT ENCOURAGES the relaxation 1 of breakfasting in bed and it flatters the wearer . . . could there be stronger recommendation for this gay gift set of gown and jacket? Softly styled, it will typify daintiness and femininity in batiste, printed lawn, chiffon or smooth silk crepe. Edge gown and jacket, with ruffled lace. Barbara Bell Pattern No. 1700-B is designed for sizes 12, 14, 16, 18, 20; 40 and 42. Corresponding bust measurements 30, 32, 34. 36, 38, 40. 42. Size 14 (32) gown requires 3*,i yards 39-inch material, jacket 2 yards, lace edging for set 414 yards. Bedtime Pal IT WILL be love at first sight * when your child sees this darling doll . . . she’s so pretty, so cuddly and so soft. Going to bed Second Draftee Was All For Taking No Chances The draftee on his way to camp asked a stranger, Draftee Number Two: “Do you have a match?” “Sure,” was Number Two’s reply, “but I’m not giving you any.” “Why not?” asked the first. “Well,” explained Two, “we’ll get to chinning. And if we get to chinning we’ll wind up buddies. If we are in the same squad, then we’ll both volunteer together for special missions. Maybe we’ll even get a dangerous night job, then we’ll have to use flashlights. And if the flashlights should go out some night in enemy territory, I sure don’t want to be stranded with someone who doesn’t even carry matches.”

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Reciprocity “The same tornado that blew away my father’s wagon dumped an automobile in the front yard.” “That’s no tornado — that’s a trade wind.” Teacher to Pupil—l’ve taught you everything 1 know and still you don’t know anything. Unafraid “How about a little kiss, girlie?" u No, I have scruples." “Well, that’s all right; Fve been lacked."

1704 will be fun . . . when this doll goes along to be snuggled! Here’s a grand gift for very young children. •♦ ♦ » Barbara Bell Pattern No. 1704-B gives complete directions for making this doll (with 15-inch body) applying the hair and making the frock. Body requires 14 yard sateen, dress <4 yard 35 or 39-inch material. Send your order to:

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IT IS high time to think of a gift 1 or two for Aunt Emily and Sister Sue. Why not give aprons this year? Ybur piece bag is sure to have many odds and ends of rick rack braid and bias binding and bright scraps of material which will do for trimmings with a %-yard remnant of plain gingham or unbleached muslin. . The diagram gives you cutting dimensions for the skirt and shows how to shape the waistline. It is easy to add a straight bib if you

Another Charge Young Thing—Do you charge batteries here? Service Station Man—Sure, lady. Young Thing—Then put in a new one and charge it to dad. Shopping days are swiftly turning to shopping daze. Willing to Know Father—You are heavily in debt, yet you want to marry my daughter? Enrollee—l do. Unless you can suggest another way out of the difficulty.

HO IMHO HINTO ■a w Be sure to remove the broiler racks for frequent soap and water scrubbing, or burned foods may discolor the metal permanently. To prevent the top burners from becoming clogged, detach them once a week or so and scrub them with hot soapsuds and soda. « « « ' Ssve all meat skewers for spring house cleaning time. They are excellent for cleaning corners and grooves in woodwork. To vary muffins, mix one-third cup of coconut, nutmeats, raisins or candied fruits, into the dry ingredients. .. • « « It’s best to use lukewarm washing and rinsing waters when you launder woolens. Make up mild soap or soap powder into a soft, fluffy mass and -place it* in the washing water just before you put in the woolens. Never rub soap directly on them—you might break the threads or stretch the garment out of shape. ♦ ♦ ♦ A fire extinguisher is essential in every home and it- should be kept in working order. Canned tomato juice can be used in place of water when making vegetable gelatin salad. ♦ ♦ ♦ Apples flavored with maple sirup, cider or grape juice, baked, can be served with roast ham. It’s a pleasing food combination. ♦ ♦ ♦ A pail cf water in a freshly painted room will help remove the odor. * ♦ ♦ When laundering a lace, or an embroidered collar, baste it carefully onto a piece of muslin or other Soft material. Wash and rinse as usual and roll up in a Turkish towel. When almost dry, press thoroughly on the wrong side. Remove the collar from the cloth, lay it face down on a dry towel and press until dry.

like. Use wider belts, about 2% inches finished, for the bibless type and cut the ties about four inches wide. These three aprons will give you ideas for any number of trimmings. Be lavish with bright color for this is the season for gay gifts to bring good cheer. * • *' r NOTE—These aprons are from Mrs. Spears' BOOK 4 which also contains directions for more than thirty other gifts and things to make for the home, from inexpensive new materials and odds and ends of things on hand. Copies will be postpaid at 10 cents each. Address:

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Loftiest Continent The average height of land above sea for the whole world is no less than 2,100 feet. The loftiest continent is Asia, which stands at an average height of 3,000 feet. Africa and South America come second, each a thousand feet lower than Asia, and then North America, with 1,900 feet. The height of Europe is only 940 feet. The vast plains of Poland and Russia keep the average down. Os all the continents, Australia is the lowest, yet still its height is 800 feet above sea. The reason is that it is the oldest continent and has been above water longer than any other land. So most of its mountains have crumbled down and more than one-third of the area has not a hill left. It may be that Antarctica is higher than Asia, but no accurate measurements have yet been obtained.

BBW for colds’ coughing, sniffles and muscle aches get the salve with the basq of oldfaahioned mutton suet Grandma liked. It Can Be Done Helium can be passed, under pressure, through heavy quartz glass; a piece of meat, encased in a block of ice, can be thoroughly cooked by short radio waves; and fragrances of flowers can be photographed through an intricate process. for girls who hasten healing of externally caused pimples I by relieving irritation with RESINOL Cattish Sea The sea is feline. It licks your feet—its huge flanks purr very pleasant for you; but it will crack your bones and eat you, for all that, and wipe the crimsoned foam from its jaws as if nothing had happened.—O. W. Holmes.

SNAPPY FACTS ■ x ABOUT RUBBER In 749 war production plants, 75 par cent of 434,600 workers arrive by privato automobiles, that's why war workers must have tires.] When it is understood that 54,000 communities in this country depend entirely upon highway transportation, the importance of the rubber situation will be appreciated. There were 10.78 pounds cf crude rubber in the average passenger car tire ma do in 1940. !n 1941 the rubber content was increased to 10.85 pounds. The overall weight of the- average passenger car tire in 1940 was 21 <55 pounds, while in 1941 it was 21.69 pounds. There Is a farmer In Osborne, lowa, who still carries as a serviceable spare, a tiro that camo on his car as original equipment In 1917. He jacks up the wheels when the car Is not in use. REGoodrich] xM

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