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Governor's Frog Jumping and Egg Striking Contest Hits Springfield
More than 5 000 spectators and at least 500 frogs are expected for the Seventh Annual Governor's Frog Jumping and International Egg Striking Contest in Springfield. The event starts with frog registration at 9 30 a.m. at the railroad depot and features a frog parade at 11 a.m. Mayor Oswald K Furtick invites early parade entrants. Dignitaries speak after noon, and frog jumping begins at 1 30 p.m. from Springfield Arena with two arenas in operation. Joe Pinner of Columbia serves as master of ceremonies.
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Springfield Arena
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Columbia