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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1974

Page

12

Cats Open MAC Slate At Kent State On Road

Ohio Bobcats face Kent State Golden Flashes in MAC opener at Memorial Gymnasium. Ohio trails series 41-8 at Kent, having lost three straight on the road. Coach Jim Snyder emphasizes road performance as decisive for league title hopes.

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Ohio State Buckeyes face road test as league race heats up

The article discusses Kent State and Ohio teams preparing for key league games. Snyder notes Kent State’s improved talent and tough road history at Ohio, while Ohio aims to prove they can win in away games. Ball State Northern Illinois and other Mid-Am matchups are also highlighted.

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Baseball Confronts The Energy Shortage Plans for 25 percent cut

Washington AP Major league baseball and about 30 other associations met with the Federal Energy Office to set energy conservation targets for the season. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn outlined a plan aiming for a 25 percent saving versus 1973, including fewer charter flights, earlier night game starts, and continued batting practice before games. Fans would be urged to use public transit and car pools to attend events.

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No Problem In Cincy

In Cincinnati the Reds plan a full schedule of night games at regular starting times despite Commissioner Kuhn’s energy pledge. Reds assistant Richard Wagner says electricity is not a problem in Cincinnati and energy conservation will come from judicious stadium use.

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Crosby Golfers Struggle As Pro Am Weather Halts Play

The Bing Crosby National Pro-Am at Pebble Beach faces a rain soaked start with wind gusts to 50 mph and temperatures in the 30s. Johnny Miller leads a partial field at Cypress Point after one round before play is suspended. the 72 hole event now extends into Monday with more showers forecast.

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Winter swim classes and diving lessons at OU Natatorium

Instruction in competitive swimming and diving offered with registration at the first meeting Monday January 7 from 6 to 7 PM. Winter schedule runs Monday and Web 6 to 7 PM, with diving lessons decided at the January 7 meeting at the Ohio University Natatorium coached by the OU Swim Team and Fletcher Gilders. Cost is 1.00 per person per lesson and contact for details is Fletcher Gilders at 5945031.

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Ohio Bobcats Open Conference Action at Bowling Green

Ohio University wrestling seeks a positive start to conference action as it visits Bowling Green for a 7 p.m. meet. The Bobcats hold a 2-2 record after four weeks off.

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Bobcats Face Falcons in MAC Dual After Shoemaker Debut

Ohio high at 3-? hosts Bowling Green after defeating Alabama and Indiana. Coach Harry Houska notes seniors in most weights and names freshmen Tim Shoemaker and Bob Applebaum tabbed for first action. Bobcats lead three wrestlers 2-1 and plan two home MAC tests against Central Michigan and Eastern Michigan.

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Ohio Bobcats Open Swimming Season With Dual Meets

Ohio University swimming coach Fletcher Gilders leads the Catfish into two season openers at Eastern Michigan on Friday and Western Michigan on Saturday. He notes uncertainty about opponents but expects Eastern to be strong and Western Michigan similar to last year. veteran standouts include Bill Pritchard Steve Kuzma Roy Cheran Rick Clark and Tom Mistak with freshmen like Dave Daudlen and Jack Pavelle expected to contribute.

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Akron Jaycees seek sponsors for All-American Soap Box Derby

Akron Jaycees will mail letters to 25 companies requesting financial support to continue the All-American Soap Box Derby after All-American Derby Inc ended its administration and sponsorship. Reports say the U S Jaycees may adopt the derby as a national project, to be discussed at the next convention.

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Trainer Tommy Kelly Wins Across Three Tracks

Trainer Tommy J. Kelly opened October with wins at Atlantic City Belmont Park and Bowie as a three venue sweep boosted his early-season momentum.

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