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Mass at Midnight. At the news of the discovery, the whole country went wild. Soon all roads to Cartago were choked with pilgrims-afoot, in oxcarts, and automobiles. Ahead of them they could see hundreds of skyrockets set off by delirious cartagineses...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: COSTA RICA: Return of the Virgin | 5/29/1950 | See Source »

Chuck Wade, the experienced backstop who has handled most of the Yardling catching this year, will again start behind the bat. Though slow afoot, Wade is an intelligent receiver. He works well with Ward...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Tossup Expected as Young Blues Vie With '53 Nine | 5/19/1950 | See Source »

...finest dramatic dancer; Illinois-born John Kriza had grown up from the line to become the company's most versatile star; Texas-born Nana Gollner was a fit and fleet classical partner for Russian-born Igor Youskevitch, who is perhaps the finest danseur noble afoot...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Music: With a Yankee Twang | 5/8/1950 | See Source »

...diminutive right fielder, is Exeter's leadoff man. A difficult target at the plate, he reaches base often. His speed afoot makes him a base-stealing threat...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Freshman Nine Will Meet Strong Exeter Team Away | 5/6/1950 | See Source »

Samborski will retain his usual lineup. The only change is the insertion of Low Arnow in right field in place of John Gollins, who will be unable to play. Arnow is fast afoot, and is a good fielder. He is a good hitter in the clutch and has been the Yardlings' chief pinch batter...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Strong Andover Nine Will Meet Freshman Team on Soldiers Field | 4/29/1950 | See Source »

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