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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1972
Page
9
UPI report notes a cultural pattern in Japan and the United States during the 11th Winter Olympics in Sapporo, where traditional roles were evident as women served men, reflecting social norms of the host nation during the games.
The eight medals awarded to American troops included three golds and five others. Two golds went to Dianne Hollum and Anne Henning in speed skating events, while Barbara Cochran captured the women's slalom. The hockey team earned a silver, providing the lone men’s medal in a notably female-led haul.
Rockford skater Janet Lynn dazzled audiences in Sapporo with a faultless free skate, her charm and style drawing cheers though a low compulsory figures score denied gold. The piece analyzes why Russians dominate via ballet training and broader polish, noting eight U.S. medals in a strong Games, led by Ard Schenk and Galina Koulakova.
Race card from Pownal on Saturday February 12 1972 lists first through tenth pace trotting and pacing divisions with multiple horses and drivers in each. Notable entries include Step n Go Norm Lone Bold Cross Slippery Smith Airbound Cloudy Night and Laura Winchester among others with times from 2 10 to 2 13 and attendance 7840. Wagers like Big Perfecta and Dally double figures are noted alongside purses from 110 to 3500 dollars across ten races.
Horse racing card shows Brer Abbot first, Keystone Irish third, and Valley Scott finishing midpack with times around 2 14.3 to 2 17.1. Runnymede Buzzie and others place in various slots with multiple odds and payouts scattered across the results. Attendance listed as 24, Hondie-4254.25 appears as participation figures.
London court fined a professional car parker 195 dollars for trying to dodge a parking meter with a beer can ring instead of a coin. Police reported the incident and the judge ruled the attempt an offense under parking regulations.
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