Fry jokes and progress notes at Iowa County Club dinner
Hawkeye coach Hayden Fry spoke at the Iowa County Club dinner about his 87 Iowa speeches since Dec 8, 1961, and the fan appetite for football. He praised players Phil Suess and Todd Simonsen while joking about receivers, defense, and new black and gold uniforms.
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Duane Thomas seeks NFL comeback with Packers in pre season
Cincinnati report notes Duane Thomas, 32 and the Packers’ oldest pre season newcomer, presses back to the NFL after a three year break. He joined Green Bay as a free agent and played four carries for nine yards in the opening exhibition against Kansas City, aiding Eddie Lee Ivery’s late touchdown.
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Zachar and Kellsmith win Metro Junior Open golf titles
Ned Zachar cruised to the Metro Junior Open Division golf title at Olde Indian Creek, finishing 4 strokes ahead with 298 total after a 73 final round. Little Bob Kellsmith claimed the 12-14 year old novice trophy by six strokes, while Pete Snyder edged James Fashimpaur in a playoff for second.
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Niekro closes in on 20 wins with Astros win over Braves
In a tight 2-1 Houston victory, Niekro improved to 16-6 as Art Howe delivered a two-run eighth inning single to erase a 1-0 Braves lead. Eddie Solomon took the loss, and Joe Sambito earned his 15th save after a tense finish.
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Twins win approval for 30 year domed stadium lease
The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission approved a 30 year lease with the Minnesota Twins to play in a domed stadium in downtown Minneapolis. The decision is seen as assuring the stadium will be built.
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