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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1972

Page

10

Motorcycle safety tips from a major insurer

A Cleveland area release outlines ten motorcycle safety tips including training before riding, helmet use, staying left in lanes, stopping for U turns, ensuring space to pass, protective gear, thinking ahead, braking order, surface awareness, and being visible. It mentions Athens County clubs and names the Athens Cycle Club and Alexander Competition Riders.

The Metropolitan Life Insurance Co Ohio Athens County Athens Cycle Club Alexander

Ryun and Wottle Triumph at Olympic Trials in Eugene

Jim Ryun said he felt in control as he won his 1 500-meter quarterfinal heat in 3 45.1 advancing to semifinals. Dave Wottle also advanced with 3 43.7, facing a strong third flight lineup. Steve Prefontaine led the 5 000 meters heat in 13 51.2 with Gerry Lindgren close behind, while 12 men moved to Sunday finals. Willie Davenport and Rod Milburn showed sprint prowess in the hurdles as other favorites progressed.

Eugene, Ore Jim Ryun America Tom von Ruden Stillwater Okla Howell Michael Marine Corps Jerome Howe Kansas State Oregon Steve Prefontine Prefontaine Young Willie Davenport Texas Striders Rod Milburn Southern University Tom Hill Army Arkansas State Lee Evans Bay Area Striders John Smith Evans Tommie Turner Sports International James Redd Maurice Peoples Washington D.C Wayne Collett UCLA

Hagerman to Travel with U.S. Olympic Rowing Team to Munich

Ohio University associate professor of zoology Dr. Fritz Hagerman will accompany the U.S. Olympic rowing team to Munich for the 1972 summer games as physiological consultant. He helped select the team after leading physiological tests at Dartmouth College with Ohio University colleagues. The group tested 40 candidates during June and the squad departs July 21 for training in Germany and Switzerland.

Ohio University Fritz Hagerman U.S Munich Germany Hagerman Ohio University Associated Dartmouth College New Hampshire Janice Gault Donald Kirkendall Ohio Terry Ragg Ohio State University Switzerland

Athens Tracksters Shine at Ohio Track Club Invitational

Athens Track Club juniors and seniors competed at Worthington in the Ohio Track Club Invitational. Mike Mayhew won the 880 yards for boys 12 13 with 2 24.0, Patty Mullins tied for first in long jump 14 72 and placed second in the 100 yard dash trials, Karen Bleigh ran 12 4 and 28 1 in the 100 and 220, while Olympic hopefuls Elizabeth Caldwell and Laurie Barr paced the field.

Ohio Worthington Ohio Track Club Madelaine Manning Jackson Athens Track Club Mike Mayhew Patty Mullins Karen Bleigh Elizabeth Caldwell Laurie Barr

In The Majors Thursday's Results Summary

Baseball results show Cleveland 4 6 Texas 3 5 in 2nd game 12 innings Detroit 7 Kansas City 0 Baltimore 2 Chicago New York 6 Oakland 2 Milwaukee 6 California 5. Friday games include Texas at Baltimore, Kansas City at Cleveland, New York at Minnesota, Detroit at Chicago, Milwaukee at Oakland.

Cleveland Texas Detroit Kansas City Baltimore Chicago New York Oakland Milwaukee California Bosman Palmer Drago Wilcox Peterson Minnesota Woodson Timmerman Lemonds Parsons Blue Boston Curtis Pittsburgh New Yorkeeer St. Louis Houston San Diego Corkins Norman Phila Carlton Nash Twi Pithson L. Walker Atlan Hardin Kelley San Francisco McDowell Montreal Stoneman Sutton Matlack Hooton Cincinnati Simpson Roberts Gibson West Oakland Nsas City

16 Records Fall At Athens Age-Group Track Meet

A record 16 marks were broken at the Athens Age-Group Track Meet held at Peden Stadium. Lori Stuchell led with four records in the 12-13 Girls Division, while other top performers included Bob Wagoner, Sharon Finley, David Essex, Mark Mayhew, Chris Miller, Lynette Evener, and Peggy Bleigh across multiple age groups. The article lists events for 6-18 age groups and notes a repeat meet scheduled for this Saturday at 2:00 p.m.

Athens Peden Stadium Lori Stuchell Bob Wagoner Sharon Finley David Essex Mark Mayhew Chris Miller Lynette Evener Peggy Bleigh

Henry Opens Canadian Open With Six Under Par Lead

Bunky Henry fired a six under 65 to lead the Canadian Open at Cherry Hill Club Course in Fort Erie. He carried a one stroke edge over Tommy Sanderson with Snead, Brewer, Graham and Adams close behind, as Trevino and Palmer also posted 69 and 71 respectively. Henry noted leaders must finish strong after the final hole.

Associated Press Fort Erie Ont Bunky Henry Sun Georgia Tech National Airlines Miami Sun Henry Tommy Sanderson Cherry Hill Club Snead Gay Brewer Lou Graham Sam Adams Lee Trevino Trevino Jack Nicklaus Nicklaus Scotland Arnold Palmer Gary Player

Giants Beat Morrison Tigers 11 7 to Lead League

Sam Snead led a Recreation lineup while Mike Brunning tossed a no hitter for East Giants. Morrison Tigers were unable to supply run support as the Giants won 11 to 7 and moved into sole first place with a 3 0 record. David Lawrence hit a homer and Brunning doubled for Morrison.

Mike Brunning East Giants Giants Morrison Tigers Tigers David Lawrence Brunning West Athletics Morrison Yankees Lions Art Chenko Jim Cooksey Jc’s Karl Fry Randy Fulks Chenko Randy Sabo Peter McGeogh Steppes Elks Bill Wilson Greg Platt Jack Talbert Mark Goldsberry Tim Jagers Chris Coon Medics Kaslers Phil Ley

Athens Cycle Club to Host AMA Enduro Sunday

The Athens Cycle Club sponsors enduro racing at 11 a.m. Sunday on County Road 34 Hixon Road grounds. AMA sanctioned action.

Athens Cycle Club County Road 34 Hixon Road

Billie Jean King Faces Evonne Goolagong In Wimbledon Final

Billie Jean King, 28, returns to Wimbledon final on center court to challenge defending champion Evonne Goolagong after a long layoff. Goolagong, 20, beat Chris Evert in the semifinals, while Stan Smith and Ilie Nastase advanced in the men's semis.

Associated Press Wimbledon England Billie Jean King Long Beach Calif Evonne Goolagong Australia Mrs. King Miss Goolagong Chris Evert Fort Lauderdale Fla Billie Jean U.S. Army Co Stan Smith Jan Kodes Ilie Nastase Manuel Orantes Spain

Phillies Pick All-Star Presidents For Independence Day

Phillies players on July 4 choose an on the spot pantheon of presidential standouts. selections include Washington Lincoln JFK Taft Truman Nixon Taylor and more as players blend humor with admiration for historic leaders.

Phillies Philadelphia Philadelphia Phillies San Francisco Giants Nixon Associated Press Stan Hochman Philadelphia Daily News Hochman

B&B Suzuki Sales Moves to New 315 W Union Site

Workmen finish on B and B Suzuki Sales new home at 315 West Union Street at the Route 50A and 33N junction. The 1,600 square foot showroom and 1,400 square foot shop total a $5,000 remodel. The grand opening runs today through Monday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. A 50 by eight foot Suzuki mural, designed by the owners and painted by Raymond Signs, marks the feature.

B&b Suzuki Sales W. Union St Jerry Bayha B&b Suzuki Raymond Signs

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