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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1970

Page

6

Trevino Skips Masters Focused on Greensboro Open Action

Lee Trevino concentrates on the Greater Greensboro Open prize of 36000 dollars and opts out of the Masters. He explains he cannot play the Masters course and prefers to drill low shots, aiming to win in Greensboro before any break. Trevino notes his schedule allows weeks off for courses he struggles with.

Greensboro N.C Lee Trevino Trevino Palmers Nicklauses Caspers

High School Track Outlet For Junior High Athletes

Two Aiken Junior High students Jerome Bell and Bo Neely joined Aiken High School track after impressing coach Simon Lewis. Neely runs the 220 and 100 in 10.8 with strong relays, while Bell excels in the mile and 880 legs. Both plan to attend Schofield next year and are viewed as rising stars.

Aiken Jerome Bell Bo Neely Aiken High School AHS Simon Lewis Bell Neely South Carolina State Track Association Lars Lewis Jerome Schofield

Racing Roundup of Velvet Circuit Prioress and Related Features

In New York Aqueduct saw Exclusive Dancer win the Prioress Stakes by a slim length over Restless Life. Pimlico followed with Gray Idol nosing Picnic Fair in the feature. Gulfstream’s Stop Time triumphed by six lengths over Oh Fudge at Hallandale. Oaklawn’s Nashua Pilot won by a head over Sailor's Song. Narragansett hosted Count Tudor edging Labyrinth by a nose in the Marathon Handicap under lights. Golden Gate Fields saw Chief Ruler lead all the way for a 3.5 length win over Revels Star. Santa Anita featured Traffic Charger beating Crepe Time by a nose.

New York Miami Oh Fudge Pawtucket R. I Count Tudor Labyrinth Narragansett Albany Calif Chief Ruler Revels Star Golden Gate Fields

Maravich and Hester Dropped From LSU

Baton Rouge AP says basketball stars Pete Maravich and Danny Hester were dropped as LSU students for missing classes. Maravich, pursuing a $1.9 million pro deal, and Hester, seniors, left after the National Invitation Tournament. Maravich signed with the Atlanta Hawks and Hester with the Denver Rockets.

Baton Rouge, la Pistol Pete Maravich Danny Hester Louisiana State Maravich Hester New York National Basketball Association Atlanta Hawks Denver Rockets American Basketball Association LSU

Air Force senior linerbacker Dennis Leuthauser tops scoring

Des Moines and Colorado native Dennis Leuthauser, senior placekicker for the Air Force Academy Falcons, led the team in scoring last season with 142 points. He kicked 27 field goals and 61 extra points.

AIR Force Academy Colo Dennis Leuthauser Des Moines Air Force Academy Falcons Dennis

USCA Golfers Sweep Conference Matches at Midland Valley

University of South Carolina Aiken Regional Campus golf team cruises to a 15 7 win over Lancaster and an 8 0 performance against Union under windy conditions. Gary Dixon tops with 80 and 72 as teammates Hamilton 83 and 72 post strong scores. Coach Clarke says an undefeated season is possible with Dixon and Hamilton capable of sub par rounds.

University of South Carolina, Aiken Union Lancaster Aiken Gary Dixon Dixon Leo Badonsky Robert Cunningham Mike Hamilton Midland Valley Hamilton Cunningham Badonsky Chuck Cobb USCA Randolph M. Clarke Clarke Scott Riles Jim Price Bob Sawyer Florence Spartanburg

McLain Suspended Half Season By MLB Commissioner

Commissioner Bowie Kuhn suspended Denny McLain until July 1 for bookmaking ties in Flint Michigan. The Tigers lose the star pitcher for less than half of the 1970 season, and teammates and manager Mayo Smith view the penalty with cautious optimism about a midseason return.

Kuhn McLain Flint Mich Detroit Tigers Detroit Mayo Smith Tigers Bill Freehan Smith Denny McLain

Mets Win City Series 3 2 Over Cardinals in Exhibition

The Mets capture the City Series in St Petersburg Fla three games to one with one tie, holding off the Cardinals 3 2 as Bob Gibson errantly defects a rundown. Milwaukee Brewers debut as a Milwaukee team wins 9 4 over the Indians with Danny Walton homering. Kaline sparks Tigers 6 4 over Red Sox with a ninth inning grand slam. Rookie highlights include Jerry Janeski in White Sox 5 1 Pirates win and Sam Parrilla in Phillies 4 3 over Minnesota. Amos Otis belts a two run homer in Royals 4 3 over Yankees.

New York Mets St. Louis Cardinals St. Petersburg Fla Bob Gibson Mets Leron Lee Milwaukee Brewers Seattle Seattle Pilots Milwaukee Cleveland Indians Danny Walton RBI Detroit al Kaline Tigers Denny McLain Bengals Boston Red Sox Jerry Janeski Chicago White Sox Tommy John Joe Horlen Pittsburgh Pirates Janeski Boston Billy Farmer Sam Parrilla Philadelphia Phillies Minnesota Amos Otis Kansas City Royals New York Yankees

Milwaukee Welcomed Into American League Return

AP reports a moral obligation fulfilled as Joe Cronin formally welcomed Milwaukee into the American League. The Seattle Pilots franchise edges toward relocation to Milwaukee with sale papers and court actions, while Brewers president Bud Selig calls the telegram official.

Milwaukee Joe Cronin Milwaukee Brewers Inc Cronin Seattle Pilots Sidney C. Volvin Seattle Brewers Allan H Bud) Selig Bowie Kuhn Kuhn

Mets May Fall Flat but Don’t Bet On It

In St Peters burg AP notes the Mets face spring doubts yet retain confidence after bolstering infield with Joe Foy and adding Ray Sadecki plus Donn Clendenon for full season. If staff issues persist Nolan Ryan may join Seaver Koosman and Gentry to form a strong rotation.

Mets ST. Petersburg Fila Amazin Gil Hodges Tom Seaver Jerry Koosman Joe Foy Ray Sadecki Big Donn Clendenon Los Angeles East New York Chicago St. Louis Pittsburgh Philadelphia Montreal Cincinnati Atlanta Houston San Francisco San Diego Pirates Florida Bob Veale Bob Moose Dock Ellis Danny Murtaugh Bill Mazeroski Gene Alley Cubs Fergy Jenkins Bill Hands Ken Holtzman Ron Santo Ernie Banks Don Kessinger Glenn Beckett Billy Williams Randy Handley Nolan Ryan Seaver Koosman Gary

Bucks Win Off Smiths Foot In Eastern Semis

The Milwaukee Bucks moved ahead 3-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinal after Greg Smith swatted the ball into the basket to put them ahead late in the game. Archie Clark to Billy Cunningham led to the mishap that sparked the decisive sequence. Jon McGlocklin added a late free throw as Milwaukee held on in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Milwaukee Bucks Greg Smith Bucks Philadelphia 76Ers National Basketball Association Archie Clark Billy Cunningham Cunningham Smith Jim Washington 76Ers Jon McGlocklin Madison Wis

Senior Golfers Tournament Set For Tomorrow

About 125 golfers are registered for a one day tournament Friday at Highland Park Country Club.Sponsored by Senior Golfers of South Carolina Inc. State Champion Francis Huff of Lancaster will compete, with play starting at 8:30 a.m. Local field lists many players and start times throughout the day.

Highland Park Country Club Golfers of South Carolina, Inc Francis Huff Lancaster Port Royal

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