“Billy Jurges, Star Cub Shortstop, Shot by Jilted Woman” - This DiSH for July 6

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1932, Chicago Cub shortstop Billy Jurges was shot by burlesque dancer Violet Popovich.

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