Austin to Host State Softball Tournament
Minnesota fast pitch stars arrive in Austin for the State Class A tourney set Friday and Saturday. The event marks Austin’s first hosting since 1963 with 31 teams, 10,000-population-area quota, while Class AA follows. Co Managers Jim Haben and Gar Nash warn tickets required for all, including children.
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Haben
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Bob Kojetin
Edina
Racing at Chateau Speedway after weeklong layoff
After a week off due to a demolition derby at the Mower County Fair, stock car racing returns at Chateau Speedway in Lansing this Saturday at 8 30 p m. About 25 modified cars are expected for the 8 30 p m program. Gerhard Wollenburg leads the modified standings with 1490 points, Ron Thomas 1290, and Joe Wurst 1130. Hollis Ground tops street stock with 80 points, Claire Harvey 406, Fred Olson 400. A women's demolition derby is planned for the near future.
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Austin
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Claire Harvey
Otranto
Iowa
Fred Olson
Umpire causes a stir in twin bill as Orioles, Twins clash
Umpire Bill Valentine and Al Salerno sparked controversy in a doubleheader split between the Baltimore Orioles and Minnesota Twins. A disputed homer by Brooks Robinson in the opener and a close safe call on Rod Carew in the nightcap triggered protests from Orioles and Twins managers, with fans questioning the umpiring as Detroit led the league.
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Associated Press
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Twins
Cal Elmer
Rod Carew
Minnesota
John “Boog” Powell
Carew
Vicentine
Sam Mele
Mele
Robinson
Dean Chance
Earl Weaver
Salerno
Elmer
Burmeister Departs ASJC for Metro Minnesota
Austin State Junior College basketball and baseball coach Arlen Burmeister leaves ASJC after a standout 14-5 1968 baseball season and a conference title. He will coach at Metropolitan Junior College in Minneapolis as athletic director and teach health, while Far Perkins takes over Burmeister’s ASJC post.
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Sioux Falls
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Ron Hartema
Mason City Newman High
Paul Schneider
Newman
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Grace and Cavern Canture Softball Playoff Titles
Grace Lutheran Church wins in the Mens YMCA Fast Pitch finals 1-0 over St Edwards after Barry Helland homers in the eighth. Kenny Haven earns the win with 12 strikeouts. Cavern Lounge claims the Womens Slow Pitch Rebel League final 11-1 over Rebel Red at Northwest Park. Open Slow Pitch playoffs begin next week with Eagles Red vs Moose and Robbys vs VFW on Diamond Two.
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Cuozzo to Start at QB as Vikes Meet Broncos
Minnesota coach Bud Grant to start rookie Gary Cuozzo at quarterback with Joe Kapp likely to play in the second half in a Saturday exhibition against the Denver Broncos. The Vikings aim to improve after 0-2 versus AFL teams and a 15-10 loss to Kansas City while Denver Worried about a new defensive secondary.
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VEW Athletic Director Honored At MAHA Meeting
At the Minnesota Amateur Hockey Association annual meeting at Metropolitan Stadium on June 1 Ray Schaefer VFW athletic director of VEW received the President's Award from MAHA president Ken Austin of Owatonna for long time youth hockey service in Minnesota.
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Minnesota
Two Aces At Ramsey Golf On Same Day
Ramsey golf saw two hole in one feats Thursday afternoon. Larry Chesin aced the 12th hole from 100 yards with a wedge and posted a 70. Later Bob Gavin nailed No 16 from 160 yards with a five iron and finished the back nine in 32. Witnesses included Arnie Hall Bill Hall Don Houff Joe Mitchell Dale Ramlo and Leo Rasmussen.
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Leo Rasmussen
Gavins
Austin Country Club
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Jim Vacura
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J. Schneider
L. Ciola
B. Lage
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Golf Sponsors Group Benefits From PGA Split say officials
MINNEAPOLIS AP The president of the International Golf Sponsors Association says the PGA split has been a boon to his organization. Angus Mairs of Minneapolis said the bolting tour pros' formation of the International has unified sponsors and strengthened the group.
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International Professional Golfers Association
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Austin 170 Golfers Vie In 20th City Mens Open
Two day competition features 170 players at Ramsey and Austin Country Club in the 36 hole City Mens Open. Defending champ Bill Sage and Dick Benesh Sr. co manage as Tres pass 170 entrants compete for the Traveling Trophy and 2nd crown in a 36 hole event.
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Austin
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Austin Country Club
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Benesh
Country Club
VFW and Eagles Vie For Austin Club League Title
The VFW clinches, beating Policemen Firemen 6-1, while the Eagles top Knights of Columbus 9-6. Both clubs advance to face off next Monday at Marcusen Park for the championship at 6 30 p m. Riles earns win with nine strikeouts. Walters and Johnson star for the Eagles as Marcusen hosts decisive showdown.
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Cochlin
Kc’s
Baseball Standings and Results Snapshot
Standings show St. Louis leading Chicago 8-0 while Pittsburgh defeats San Francisco 2-0 and Houston beats Philadelphia 3-2. Today's slate includes Cincinnati at Chicago and Los Angeles at Pittsburgh among other Northern division games and night matchups with Oakland and New York.
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Margo Anderson Bow in State Womens Golf
In Minneapolis the Minnesota Women's Golf Association match play tournament reaches the finals as Betsy Croonquist Seitz defeats Margo Anderson 4 and 3 in rain soaked semi finals while Joan Garvin advances after a 5 and 3 win over Mrs. Harris. Seitz pursues the championship against Garvin in the title match.
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Betsy Croonquist Seitz
Minnesota Women’s Golf Association
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St. Paul
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District VFW Golf Tourney At Stewartville 1968
Stewartville VFW Post 8980 sponsors the 1968 1st District Golf Tournament at Maple Valley Golf and Country Club. The 18 hole event, with the first 9 holes for qualifying, charges a $3.50 entry and begins registration at 8 a.m. Open to VFW members only with on site or advance mailing registration. Trophies awarded in each flight. Nearest town Simpson east of Rochester Airport.
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Pirates Seek 10-0 Finish Versus Green Hornets
The Pirates aim to complete an unbeaten season at 10-0 as they host the Green Hornets in UCT Field at 6:30 p.m. Scott Peterson and Tim Ball coach the Pirates. Hornets bring a 5-4 record into the match.
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