Raveling draws Cosby as voice for Washington State banquet
Philadelphia native George Raveling recalls his deep ties to Bill Cosby and how the comedian once spoke at a Washington State basketball banquet without pay, traveling from Las Vegas to deliver a star turn and share stories of their Philadelphia roots.
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Weather Tests Baseball as Spring Delays Hit East
Rain, sleet and cold weather disrupted schedules across baseball. The St. Louis Cardinals postponed in Montreal for the sixth time this season, Mets games delayed at Shea, and several AL and NL contests called off or moved to different days. Hawaii
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Crowded Boston Marathon Hurts Local Runners Amateur crowds affect finish times
Sue Moen and Stephanie Pisha, both noted Iowa connections, criticized the crowded starting area that hindered performance. Moen finished in 2 51 37 for 29th, narrowly missing Olympic trials qualifying. Pisha clocked 3 17 43 for 213rd. Honeywell tallied 6 674 registered, 6 066 started, 5 380 finished with detailed runner placements across Cedar Rapids and Iowa City links.
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O'Brien Retires From Invaders Over Head Injuries
Oakland safety Mike O'Brien quits football after coach John Ralston cites risk of head injuries. O'Brien, 27, left the Invaders after three knockouts this season including a tackle-related collision against the Philadelphia Stars. He played at California and had brief NFL and California Football League stints.
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