Goalby Wins Masters After De Vicenzo Scoring Error
Bob Goalby captured the 1968 Masters at Augusta after Roberto de Vicenzo signed an erroneous scorecard that cost him a playoff. Goalby posted a 66 in the final round to finish 12 under. de Vicenzo finished 278, misled by playing partner Tommy Aaron's marked 4 on the 17th hole instead of 3. The Masters committee upheld the result, with Nicklaus noting the rule. de Vicenzo lamented missing a long-cherished victory as Goalby collected the coat and prize money.
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De Vicenzo Favored by Many as Masters Champion
Roberto de Vicenzo faced disbelief after the Masters, as Bob Goalby won $20,000 with a four on the 17th misread by officials. Fans feel a wronged finish for de Vicenzo, who signed an incorrect scorecard and later faced public sympathy amid debate over the ruling.
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Bunning matches Young with 1000th NL strikeout in win
Jim Bunning, 193rd win with Pirates, struck out his 1000th National League batter, joining Cy Young in achieving 1000 K’s in both leagues. He also pitched a five hit shutout, earned against the Dodgers, while Don Clendenon and Gene Alley contributed offense. Giants beat Phillies in twin bill as Hart homered thrice. Nolan Ryan dazzled Mets with five no hit innings, and Banks and Torrez propelled Cubs past Cardinals in a key early season clash.
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Sunday Statistics Dip Hits Green Mountain Park
Pownal reporting shows Green Mountain Park reaching over one million in total handle on Sundays yesterday, but a sharp decline followed, curbing gains and prompting review of weekend wagering trends and support services.
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Easter Sunday Harness Attendance and Wagering Report
Yesterday 3,582 harness racing fans attended the Pownal track with $253,901 wagered. The three Sundays total handle reached $1,161,297 and attendance 19,574, below prior week and last Sunday averages. One final Sunday program is scheduled next week by the Vermont Racing Commission after weather cancellations.
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Rookie Schmautz Propels Hawks to 2 1 Victory
Chicago's 23 year old Bob Schmautz, up from the Dallas affiliate in February, scored a 90 foot winner with 3 14 left as the Black Hawks beat the Rangers 2 1. He added three goals in 13 games, lifting Chicago to a rare Sunday win over New York and a potential game six showdown in Chicago. Vic Hadfield, Jim Neilson, Ed Giacomin, and Ken Wharram feature in the lineup context.
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Little League Registration Set This Week
Prospective Little League and Minor League players for Bennington Little League may register Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday evenings at Putnam Host Fire House River Street behind Frosts Pharmacy from 6 to 8 pm. Final registration deadline is April 25. A $1 insurance fee applies and new applicants must show proof of age via birth or baptism certificate.
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Smallest Indian Leads Warpath
Cleveland star Vic Davalillo at 5 7 150 pounds drove in four runs with a homer and a bases loaded triple to power a 7 4 win over the Boston Red Sox. Davalillo stole two bases and scored the first Indians run as they improved to 2 2.
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Regional marathon tryouts to start in California
The first of six regional meets to determine Olympic marathon qualifiers will be held April 21 in Santa Rosa California. The Amateur in Union announced Monday.
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League Standings and Sunday Results Summary
Standings show Minnesota six wins two losses atop the table with Cleveland tied at two and California two games back. Sundays results list Detroit, Cleveland, Washington, Oakland, California, Baltimore, Minnesota, New York with varied wins.
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