Johncock Wins Memorial Day 500 In Rainy Duel
Gordon Johncock won the weather disrupted Memorial Day 500 by 159.014 mph after leading 64 of 133 laps. The race saw fatalities including Armando Moreno Teran and injuries to Swede Savage and David Walter, with Art Pollard killed during practice. Johncock earned 9600 dollars in lap prizes as others failed to finish. the field was reduced to 11 cars at the flag.
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Scotch Foursome Winners At Mt Anthony Club
In last night’s Scotch foursome at Mt Anthony Country Club John Chapman and Ben Pierce won low gross on the front nine. Fred Whitlock and Jane Hayden took low gross on the back nine. Red Chapin with Liz Chapman tied for high gross on the front with Ralph Dickinson and Jan Dennis. Jim Comi and Dot Wirthman claimed back nine high gross. Jerry Finnegan and Carol Studwell won the most fives. Terman Dennis and Norma Finnegan took the only nine. The event continues through the summer.
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Terman Dennis
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Evans saves BoSox with bat and catch
Dwight Evans of Boston led a 2 1 victory over the Angels with three hits including a game winning homer and a crucial ninth inning leaping catch off Mike Epstein. Evans also added his second homer of the season and two singles as Boston prevailed. Other AL and NL results noted.
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Johncock wins Indy 500 as others warn speed is excessive
Gordon Johncock, victor in a rain-shortened race, calls for slower speeds at Indianapolis after an 18 mile per hour drop from the record pace. Swede Savage crashes, Armando Teran killed in pit-area accident, and the event ends at 392.5 miles with safety concerns and a somber mood.
DeBusschere Becomes Nets GM Aims to Play One More Year
Former Knicks star Dave DeBusschere accepted the Nets general manager post in 1974 and plans to play another season. He signed a long term deal for 75000 dollars annually and noted interest in staying in basketball while Knicks pursue another title. He helped select coach Kevin Loughery and filled the Nets front office vacancy after Jon Careneseca resigned.
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Palmer Aims For Kemper Open After Rested Comeback
Arnold Palmer returns to competition at the Kemper Open in Charlotte after a month’s rest. He, with dad’s coaching, aims for a strong showing on Quail Hollow’s 7.23- yard course as 347 players vie for a 70-cut and potential 80,000-plus gallery. Contenders include Nicklaus, Trevino, Weiskopf, Hill, Player, and Rodrigues.
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Tom Weiskopf
Dave Hill
Gary Player
Quall Hollow Country Club
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