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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1971

Page

11

Giants Gain Lead as Dodgers Lose in 13 Innings

The Giants stayed idle but widened their National League lead to four games after the Dodgers lost to Philadelphia 3-1 in 13 innings. Don Money doubled in the 13th for the Phillies to seal the win as Maury Wills and Los Angeles failed to capitalize on early chances.

Dodgers Giants Los Angeles Maury Wills Phillies Steve Garvey Philadelphia Don Money Earl Williams

Littlers Honored at 25th Pro Anniversary at Athens Club

Friends gathered at Athens Country Club to honor Bob Littler on his 25 years as pro. the event featured a best ball tournament, tributes from club leaders, and gifts including a permanent trophy for the winning foursome. Messages from Don Finsterwald and others were read. Littler thanked board members and colleagues.

Bob Pauline Littler Athens Country Club Littlers Littler West Caldwell N. J Butch Grover Dad Bobby Mark Craig Gini Ohio Don Finsterwald Mountain Ridge Country Club New Jersey Carmen Lorrubio Bob Baur Paul Hersey Don Reed Bob Littler Grover Richard Phillips Country Club Phillips Owen Wilkinson Steve Charney Vern Maxine) Hondell Women’s Golf Association Ohio University Bill Rohr Earl White Rohr Ohio U Hocking Hills Country Club Logan Marion Riggs Monty Calvert Littlers

Lolich Nears His 20th Win in Detroit Tilt

Detroit's Mickey Lolich stands on the verge of his 20th victory as he tops Milwaukee 4-3, while Baltimore and New York forge early leads in the AL East and West standings. Jim Palmer four hits for the Orioles, and Don Buford homers as Oakland, Cleveland, and Kansas City post wins elsewhere.

Detroit Mickey Lolich Vida Blue New York Yankees Orioles Minnesota Milwaukee Lolich Yankees California Oakland Boston Cleveland Chicago Kansas City Washington Jim Kaat Twins Don Buford Merv Rettenmund Andy Etchebarren Jim Palmer Tigers Bill Freehan Tiger Jim Northrup Freehan Mike Kekich Bobby Murcer New York Gene Michael Kekich Murcer Roy White Fritz Peterson Peterson Angels Bert Campaneris Red Sox Tommy Davis Dave Duncan A’s Ted Uhlaender Kurt Bevacqua Mike Paul Alan Foster Indians Wilbur Wood Ken Wright Tom Burgmeier Cookie Rojas Royals Senators Pete Kroberg Lenny Randle Jeff Burroughs Dick Billings Broberg

Baseball Scores and Schedule From Friday to Sunday

Major league results include Oakland 9 Boston 2 and Cleveland 6 Chicago 4 with other scores listed. Weekend games feature Kansas City at Boston California at Washington Oakland at New York and more with divisional standings and Thursday results for St. Louis Philadelphia Houston Atlanta and others.

Kansas City Drago Boston Lonborg California Messersmith Washington McLain Oakland Dobson New York Stottlemyre Baltimore McNally Chicago John Cleveland Dunning Milwaukee Krausse Detroit Cain Minnesota Blyleven Pittsburgh Cessess Ccesee SB Philadelphia Montreal Ccsesee San Francisco Los Angeles Atlanta Peeett Tone Houston Coceeevecs Cincinnati San Diego C.cece St. Louis Pittsburgh Atlanta Wilson Niekro Papetack Blass Hands Gullett Wise Norman Morton Sutton Sadecki Perry Baltimore S

Palmer Advises Balanced Swing Against Headwinds

Arnold Palmer explains that wind mainly distorts direction on shots into a headwind. The solution is to swing smoothly with emphasis on balance and a stable finish. He advises gripping the turf with the feet and finishing with weight on the left foot.

Rio Grande College to add Southeastern Ohio stars this fall

Mike Rouse, SECAL First Team pick and AP player of the year, registers to attend Rio Grande College as a 6'5 forward. Dan Bollinger, Dave Eppley, and Jeff Tyo join, all featured high school standouts from Ohio. Elgin Baylor says this season will be his last with the Lakers.

Rio Grande Mike Rouse Southeastern Ohio Rio Grande College Rouse Southeastern Ohio Athletic League SECAL Associated Press Jackson Ironmen Ohio Dan Bollinger Zanesville Bishop Rosecrans Dave Eppley Tyo LOS Angeles Elgin Baylor Los Angeles Lakers National Basketball Association Baylor Lakers

United States Leads Pan American Games With Big Medal Total

The Pan American Games close with the United States topping the medal table after a strong showing led by cycling star John Howard and the women’s basketball team. Cuba's performance vaults them to runner-up status while Canada slips to a lower position as the U S collects 104 golds, 73 silvers, and 40 bronzes for 217 total medals.

Cali Colombia Pascual Guerrero United States Cuba Uncle Sam Winnipeg Canada John Howard Springfield Yank USA

Schlee Opens Massachusetts Classic With Six Under Par

Sutton Massachusetts John Schlee a winless five years on tour held a slim lead in the first round of the 165000 Massachusetts Classic at Pleasant Valley Country Club Harrelson known as Hawk drew cheers while shooting a 73 to sit in the field with a 72 hole event.

Sutton Mass John Schlee Ken “Hawk Harrelson Schlee Memphis State Pleasant Valley Country Club

Notice of bids for Third Generation Computing Equipment upgrade

Sealed bids are invited for purchasing upgrade equipment for the current system. Specifications available from the Manager of Data Processing at Tri County Technical Institute in Nelsonville Ohio. Bids open September 9 at 9 a.m. We reserve the right to reject any or all bids. George Rade kin Jr Treasurer. Date 8-6 8-13 8-20.

Tri-County Technical Institute Nelsonville Ohio George Radekin JR

Athens County probate notices and bids for fire equipment

Public notices in Athens County include probate hearings on inventories for the estates of John E. Johnson Clara Ossman Matilda Rutter and Frances J. Strawn with hearing suspended until August 30 1971. Separate sealed bids due August 27 1971 by Athens Township Clerk for purchase of mounted fire equipment with detailed tank pump and piping specs and right to reject bids.

Athens County Court OF Common Pleas Probate Division Court of Common Pleas Athens County John E. Johnson Clara Ossman Matilda Rutter Tillie Frances J. Strawn Lee Harold J. Rose Athens County Court of Common Pleas Diane J. Trakas Athens Township NFPA Fire Department H.p Wisconsin Hanway Athens Akron Vernon O. Shaw Ohio Rowland, Bridgewater & Robe John P. Summel Charles Sephus Bern County of State of Ohio Company Ruth Brooks A. Galbraith Black Diamond Company

Sealed bids invited for motel training facility project

Bid invitations from Tri County Joint Vocational School District Ohio for a motel training facility construction due 2 00 P M EST August 25 1971. Drawings specifications and contract documents available with deposits. bids to be opened publicly in Nelsonville Ohio.

Boarch of Education Tri-County Joint Vocational School District Route 1 Nelsonville Ohio Tri-County Joint Vocational School E.S.T Harry E. Misel Columbus Builders Exchange Dayton Builders Exchange F. W. Dodge Dayton Columbus Architects Elizabeth Opperman

Athens City Ordinance authorizes pole line easement with Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric

Ordinance 0-23-71 authorizes the Service Safety Director to execute a pole line right of way with Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric Company for transmission and distribution lines on a 30 foot wide strip in Athens Township, with conditions for relocation, access, tree trimming, and compensation for damages, effective as allowed by law. It includes a related lease with Ohio University for airport facilities on East State Street, detailing term, use, maintenance, indemnification, rent, and quiet enjoyment.

Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric Company Athens Ohio Harry B. Crewson Catherine Phillips Raymond Shepard County of State of Southeastern Ohio Development Company Recorder's Office Athens County State Highway Department Ohio University East State Street City OF State OF Ohio Tae Lesser City Athens Township F. L. No Baltimore & Ohio Railroad State Dept. of Highways E. State St D.A.V Athens County Engineers F. L State St State St. S Grand Park Blvd B.&o Bao RW County Engin Co. Engis Wanern E. Stete St Township Ohio River Survey Aew State of

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