John Streif Honored At Day Of Appreciation In Manchester
More than 300 Hawkeye fans from Delaware County attended John Streif Day honoring the former Manchester resident turned Iowa Hawkeyes trainer and travel planner. The event opened with a golf outing for about 150 with coaches and guests, featuring tributes from Dan Gable and others, plus an autographed plaque presented by James Corcoran for the Delaware County Club.
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Danceland Ballroom Bouncer Remembered by Gazette Writer
Les Zachers recalls the Danceland Ballroom on A Avenue and Third Street SE now part of the Five Seasons Center. He notes the famed woman bouncer M A Ma Dougherty who subdued rowdy patrons with firm force and fearsome presence.
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Hawkeye Gold Card offers access to all home events
The Iowa Hawkeye women's athletic department sells a $10 Hawkeye Gold Card admitting the bearer to all home events in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. This season pass aims to combat ticket-revenue hurdles by providing broad access at a low flat price.
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Ravestangs shines in six Hawkeye sports in new arena
Joe Ravestangs excels across basketball, field hockey, gymnastics, indoor track, swimming and volleyball in the new arena. Cedar Rapids Mid-Continent Bottlers offer a six pack of Hawkeye Gold with every $10 card. Line forms at Hawkeye Field House. Priest Rev. Robert Holzhammer praises Kinnick Stadium night lights after a test. Oskaloosa firm confirms lights suitable for TV Michgan Notre Dame game Sept 18 in South Bend.
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Valenzuela Shuts Out Pirates 1 0 In Best Game Of Career
Fernando Valenzuela pitched a two hit complete game shutout to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 1 0 as Ron Cey homered off Larry McWilliams. McWilliams matched Valenzuela with four hits over 7 2 3 innings but the Dodgers bullpen held firm. Valenzuela improved to 16 9 and credited focus in late innings against a dangerous Pirates lineup.
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Walton Opens Door To Rescue Clippers With Comeback
Bill Walton, the 6 foot 11 former UCLA star, returns to action with the San Diego Clippers after three operations on his left foot. He played 34 minutes in a charity game, tallied 24 points and 21 rebounds, then 32 minutes in another league game with 27 points and 12 rebounds. Coach Paul Silas credits his energy while cautioning not to overstate his comeback. Walton seeks to prove his health after years of injuries and a prior disability settlement.
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Royals Manager and Coach Arrested After Scuffle
Kansas City manager Dick Howser and coach Rocky Colavito were arrested after a scuffle with police outside Royals Stadium following a traffic incident. Both were booked on hindering and interrupting a police officer, released on bond, with a court date set for Sept. 14 before a Royals game against Seattle.
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Fritz Crisler, Michigan coach and AD, dies at 83
Former University of Michigan football coach and athletic director Herbert Orin Fritz Crisler died at 83 after illnesses. He introduced the platoon system and led Michigan to the 1948 national title with a 49 0 Rose Bowl win over USC, and as AD expanded Michigan Stadium to over 100000 seats.
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Corn Sweeteners advance in state fast pitch tourney
ADM Corn Sweeteners reached the second round of the USA State Fast-pitch Softball Tourney at Kirkwood-Welty Complex with an 8-2 win over Moulton. Dan Lord hit a two run homer and led ADM with three hits alongside Jim Hale. Greg Mara added two hits, while John Monroe earned the win on the mound.
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