Plymouth Introduces Convertible for $ 895. in Detroit, Michigan in 1939

The Chrysler Corporation is proud to introduce the 1939 PLYMOUTH P8 DeLuxe Convertible Coupe. This is a revolutionary advance in convertible models with the first use of a power operated folding top. The gearshift lever is placed on the steering column, giving an unobstructed front compartment. A "rain trap" in the cowl ventilator permits opening the ventilator in rainy weather, providing fresh air and minimizing the "fogging" of windows. Headlights are completely recessed in the fenders and a revolutionary new type safety-signal speedometer is available. "Super-finish," hailed as one of the greatest advances in metal finishing, is adopted for many of the friction surfaces in this model. The body is built by Briggs. The engine is L-Head 6 Cylinder, 82 H. P. The steering gear is insulated from the frame with rubber for less vibration, easier handling and absorption of "road shock." A total of 5,976 of the DeLuxe Plymouth Convertible Coupes, with rumble seats, will be produced this year. Cost of this model is $ 895.

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MAYS Robs WERTZ

On September 29, 1954 - Game 1 of the 1954 World Series, played in the Polo Grounds, the score was tied at 2-2 in the top of the 8th inning and the Cleveland Indians were threatening to take the lead. With runners on first and second base and no outs, Indians 1B Vic Wertz, who already had 3 hits in the game came to the plate. With the count at 2-1, He smashed the next pitch over 400 feet to deep centerfield. Giants’ centerfielder Willie Mays, who was playing shallow, raced back at full speed with his back to the infield and made a miraculous over-the-shoulder catch as he neared the centerfield wall. He then spun and immediately threw the ball back to the infield to make sure that Larry Doby, who returned to 2nd base to tag up, couldn’t advance further than 3rd base. The Giants would go on to win the game and sweep the World Series.