Palmer and Player Favored In British Open Golf BIR
Arnold Palmer and Gary Player, top favorites for the British Open, enter the 72 hole championship at Birkdale amid doubt. Both headline the field of 108 qualifiers with solid form on the American tour. Palmer shot 139 and Player 138 over two rounds, while Bob Charles led the qualifiers with 136. Kel Nagle and Peter Thomson remain threats, chasing a fifth British Open title on the sandy, hazard filled course.
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Softball reminiscence and a wary take from LC
The column notes limited softball coverage beyond local game reports and recalls personal memories of playing catcher in an old social club team. A humorous tale of a failed outing ends with breaking $35 glasses, illustrating why the writer dislikes softball.
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Two new golf courses open in Maine this year
Far mingdale and Pal myra unveil Meadowhill and Grand View golf clubs with nine holes open. Meadowhill on Pine Tree Stock farm spans about 205 acres. Grand View near Route 2 between Pittsfield and Newport covers about 3,000 yards. Pro Ed Peaslee Jr and pro proprietor Frank Russell lead the courses as fond tributes to local golf heritage.
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AL Glad To Leave Giants Park In Trotters Show
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Downes Beats Pender In London Title Bout
Terry Downes defeated Paul Pender in London hanging on to win by decision before about 12 000 fans at Wembley's indoor arena. Pender sustained a cut over the left eye in the ninth round and will return to Boston where his wife recently gave birth. A return bout is expected within 90 days, likely in Boston.
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Heavy Purse Awaits Winners At Scarborough Downs
Scarborough Downs race meet in Maine opens next Monday with a purse exceeding $422,000 for 48 days. Horses arrive daily as horsemen anticipate strong wagering, with much prize money recirculated into local feed, lodging, and payrolls.
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