Women Pros Threaten Wimbledon Boycott Over Prize Money
WTA members led by France's Francoise Durr threaten a united boycott of Wimbledon to push for equal prize money with the men. They cite 70 percent parity and discuss potential action if demands are not met, with 32 players including Betty Stove weighing in.
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Chris Evert
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Players discuss Wimbledon boycott split among stars
Wendy Overton Virginia Wade Martina Navratilova Margaret Court voice mixed views on boycotting Wimbledon with 67 percent in favor per Miss Durr while many stress personal choice and federation rules may guide final stance.
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London
Margaret Court
Australia
Miss Durr
Miller's Successes Become Old Story in Desert Golf
Johnny Miller dominates the Bob Hope Desert Golf Classic with rounds of 64 and 69 to lead by three strokes at Tamarisk as Tom Shaw, Mac McLendon, and others chase. Arnold Palmer struggles with putting to finish at 140, while Mahaffey and Rogers commend Miller's high standard.
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Mac McLendon
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Miller Barber
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Rose Signs Pact With Reds After Salary Stand
Veteran Cincinnati outfielder Pete Rose 33 reached a agreement with the Reds after threatening arbitration over a 23 percent salary cut from 160000 He said he is pleased with the deal and aims to improve his 1974 form especially against Los Angeles The Dodgers edged Cincinnati for the NL West title last season and Rose batted .158 vs Dodgers last year He is the third frontline Reds player signed in the current session
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Backers Protest After Sports Programs Cut
In San Francisco a 6 to 1 board vote halts intramural and interschool sports to save 200000. About 12500 students across 36 000 district pupils face loss of baseball track swimming wrestling golf girls volleyball basketball and gymnastics. Critics warn of vandalism absenteeism and lost scholarships.
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Lowell High School
Ed Burns
Coaches Association
Erv Delman
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Armen Terzian
Baltimore May Lose Orioles to New City
F Barton Harvey Jr the chairman of the Baltimore Committee to Save the Orioles warned the city may fail to keep the American League club. He said no local group is actively raising private funds to buy the team from Jerold C Hoffberger while another city reportedly plans a 14 million dollar offer. The Board of Finance agreed to issue 6 million in bonds repaid by future club receipts.
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Nelsonville York Wrestlers Dominate Logan 45 15 in Dual Meet
Nelsonville York defeated Logan 45 15 in a Thursday dual meet with 10 of 13 matches won and five pins. Notable results include Wayne Moore, Bob Cassidy, Andy Yorde, Mike Sheets, Tim Powell, Gary Carter, Frank Standall, Joe Hubble, Mark McDonald, Mark Sabo, Steve Terwillinger, Chuck Byers and Dough Green earning pins or decisions for NY. The Buckeyes head to Shenandoah Invitational Saturday.
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Nelsonville- York
Buckeyes
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Jay Maiden
Bob Cassidy
Sven Mender
Andy Yorde
Alan Seffens
Mike Sheets
Jan Hartman
Tim Powell
Dave Russell
Gary Carter
Brian Henestofel
Frank Standall
Bill Fuller
Joe Hubble
Steve Morgan
Mark McDonald
Jim Siler
Mark Sabo
Pat Walsh
Steve Terwillinger
Mike Sigler
Chuck Byers
John Woodson
Dough Green
Tim Kesler
Practice Pays for Buckeye Forward Kevin Canter
Nelsonville York senior Kevin Canter has a 22.5 scoring in league play and 22.4 overall, with three 30 plus point games this season. He scored 32 in the 68 66 win over Belpre and led NY to at least a tie for the Tri Valley crown as a co captain returnee with Max Pitts. Coach Virgil Grandy praises his shooting and improvement in defense and rebounding.
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Ohio U Icers Face Flu Stricken Road Trip To Kent State
Ohio University hockey team travels to Kent State with as few as 17 healthy skaters amid flu outbreaks. Coach John McComb must decide lineup as regulars Mapes, Ransom and Curtis miss practice, risking impact on two games. Kent State, led by Dave Simpson, seeks strong road wins as Ohio tries to rebound from recent losses.
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Wrestling Matches Scheduled in Murray City
The American Legion Auxiliary sponsors wrestling at the Murray City gym at 8 30 p m Saturday with admission 1 for children and 2 for adults.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Rohr to Be Honored at Ohio University Hall of Fame Induction
Ohio University will honor athletic director Bill Rohr at the Redskin Bowling Green game this Saturday. Rohr coached Miami for six seasons from 1951 to 1957, guiding teams to 99 wins in 146 games and securing four MAC championships.
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Bill Rohr
Miami
Free pictures offered after Ohio Toledo game
The Green and White Club donates pictures of the 1974 75 Ohio University basketball team. They will be given away after the 3 p.m. Saturday game under both baskets or in the Congo lobby. Non attendees may pick up copies at the Convo business office.
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Northern Pacific Railroad’s 1872 land grant noted
A 1872 record cites an estimated 58 million acres granted to the Northern Pacific Railroad. The figure highlights the vast scale of public land allocation to the railroad venture during expansion era.
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Bobcats Host Toledo in MAC Crucial Showdown
Ohio's 9-8 overall team seeks a home win to stay in the MAC title chase as Toledo, 9-8, visits after losses to Kent State and Bowling Green. Key players include Ohio's Luckett and Hester, and Toledo's Frost Brown if healthy, with both teams aiming to improve in a pivotal 3 PM Saturday matchup.
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Ohio Swimmers Hand Penguins a Lopsided Loss
Ohio University swimmers dominated Youngstown State in a 89 31 meet at the Natatorium. Bobcats led 7 0 after the 200 IM as Deb bie Instone Carol Whitcomb Ellen Badhorn and Sue Peiffer starred. Alice Hoffman claimed three wins in freestyles while Carol Whitcomb set a 50 breaststroke record in exhibition.
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25th City Tourney Opens At Athens Rollerbowl
The 25th annual Athens Women's Bowling Association tournament begins with opening ceremonies at the Rollerbowl at 6 p.m. Friday. Schedule includes 6:30 p.m. Friday action with Wilson Oil Charley Moore Ford Hawk's Honda Oak Room WATH and Athens National Bank.
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