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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1972
Page
9
Miller Barber defeats George Archer in a historic double playoff at the Dean Martin Tucson Open. After 18 holes tied Barber sank a 20-foot birdie on the 21st to claim the $30,000 first prize as Archer finished second. Both players earned $5,000 TV bonuses.
In Peru Vermont Benny Cummings a West Arlington builder and avid rabbit hunter shot two running rabbits with a single shot. His partner Jerry Sargood Arlington and three others watched as the rabbits lined up briefly before the kill. The feat drew murmured astonishment and cautious respect amid the snow and brush.
Denver residents argue over bringing the XII Olympic Winter Games to Colorado in 1976. Critics led by Rep. Robert A. Jackson claim state costs exceed 1 million dollars and growth concerns loom, while backers including Mayor McNichols and Gov. Love push to proceed with preparations and a Denver Organizing Committee ties events to the U S bicentennial.
In Sapporo Brundage, IOC president, pledges Winter Games begin Feb 3 despite amateur eligibility disputes. Flags of five nations raised at the Olympic village as 269 men and 59 women athletes, plus 143 officials, arrive ahead of the 170-member US team. Interpreters begin work on pay.
Denny Crum, former UCLA assistant under John Wooden, leads Louisville to 12-1 start and a No 3 ranking in the UPI coaches poll behind UCLA and Marquette. The Cardinals threat MVC leaders and eye potential classic showdown with Wooden's Bruins in the NCAA tournament. Crum jokes about Florida's "unique" climate after Louisville's only loss.
New England Ski Areas Council releases Monday afternoon conditions for Vermont, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and more. Multiple resorts show a mix of packed powder to powder and blocked lifts with several listings of new snow, green runs, and spring like bare spots across peaks from Mount Ascutney to Wildcat and Mt. Snow.
In Bloomington Minnesota the 25th NHL All Star Game opens with East coach Al MacNeil and West coach Billy Reay sticking to tradition. MacNeil to start Ken Dryden Brad Park Bobby Orr Phil Esposito Vic Hadfield Rod Gilbert and Ratelle may sub in. Reay fields Esposito Sta Pleton White Mikita Hull and Goldsworthy with Mikita pairing Dennis Hull and Goldsworthy later. A sellout crowd of 15700 and bad weather set a brisk tone.
Chicago Bulls defeated the Golden State Warriors 110 to 105 ending an 11 game Warrior win streak. Chet Walker led with 29 points while Jerry Sloan and Bob Weiss added 22 and 19. Nate Thurmond and Jeff Mullins led Golden State with Mullins scoring 43 and Thurmond 19.
Mt Anthony freshmen beat Burr and Burton 52 39 to improve to seven wins this season. Pre game charity dinner in MAU cafeteria 4 30 p m for Dollars for Scholars. tickets at door. Patriot Rutland Raider game tips at 7 30 p m with JV at 6 p m. Other notes cover Oasis Kee's, Williams, Bellemare's standings, and individual high games across multiple leagues.
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