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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1968

Page

15

Yancey Opens Lead In U S Open At Oak Hill

Bert Yancey shot a 67 to take a two stroke lead in the U S Open as 5-foot-3 John Felus unexpectedly led early before settling into a tie for fourth. Lee Trevino and Charles Coody shared second, with Billy Casper, Nicklaus, Palmer, and Player trailing. Sam Snead carded 73 amid a field that included high profile names and a crowd of 13,749 spectators.

Oak Hill Country Club Rochester N.Y Winnie Palmer Barbara Nicklaus Jack Helen Dean Beman Gay Brewer Carol Tom Bert Yancey Lee Trevino John Felus Arnold Palmer Jack Nicklaus Bil Casper Billy Casper Gary Player Yancey West Point Oak Hill Trevino Happy Hombre el Paso Tex Big Charles Coody Felus Rell al Balding Dave Marr Don Bies Labron Harris Casper Nicklaus Palmer

Best Of All Wins Feature At Scioto Downs

Best Of All became the first horse to complete a grand slam of Scioto Downs' Challenge Stakes by winning the $10,000 feature. The mile was run in 1:59 4-5 with a six length margin over Castle Knight as Jim Hackett steered the winner wire to wire. Castle Knight paid $2.40 and $2.20, while Best Of All returned $2.60. Judge's Choice paid $2.20, with Swinging Time and Terrie Painter also in the mix.

Castle Knight Jim Hackett Swinging Time Terrie Painter Reno Ibit Double Creed Denny McLain Tigers Detroit Minnesota Ermienks Cubs Chicago Cincinnati

Yale Coach Ethan Allen Retires After 23 Years

Yale University baseball coach Ethan Allen announces retirement after 23 seasons with the Eli. He will turn 65 next January 1.

Ethan Allen Yale University Eli

Ohio boards eye fall sanction for all star games

Ohio's high school coaches push for state sanction of all star football and basketball games. After a lengthy session, the OHSAA Board will review criteria at August 14, with a decision not expected until September. Support from commissioner Landis and associate Meyer signals possible fall approval, while NCAA constraints loom. An expansion proposal for a three day basketball tournament faces likely opposition from principals.

Columbus Ohio Board of Control Ohio High School Athletic Association Jimmy Robinson OHSAA Paul Landis Harold Meyer Landis Meyer NCAA

Boswell Sets O.U. Record in NCAA Meet

Ohio University track team sees two qualified for further competition at Berkeley as Emmett Taylor advances in the 200 and 440 yard dashes and Jerry Boswell moves on in the long jump with a new OU record of 24 feet 14 inches. Ben Smith, Bob Bertelsen, and Don Fish fail to advance. Other OU athletes compete today amid Thursday stars in baseball and batting.

Berkley Calif Ohio University Emmett Taylor Taylor Jerry Boswell Ben Smith Bob Bertelsen Don Fish Ohio

Grad Returns to Coach Penn State Soccer Next Fall

W Herbert Schmidt, a Rutgers graduate from Summit New Jersey, will coach Penn State's soccer team next fall. He is returning to a leadership role after earning his degree and preparing for the upcoming season.

Penn State Schmidt Summit, N. J Rutgers

Enjoy Bowling At Its Best In Cool Air Conditioned Comfort

A reader is invited to experience bowling at its best in a cooled, comfortable setting. The notice highlights a modern alley designed for optimal lanes, lighting, and climate for a superior leisure outing.

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