Finley blasts Kansas City critics over two bit politicians
Oakland owner Charlie Finley criticized Kansas City's television and radio contracts and called local politicians two bit while defending the A's move and fan support. He noted Kansas City's strong crowds but said Oakland offers stability with a $5.4 million five year deal and a growing market as the team pursues the West title with Reggie Jackson emerging as a home run threat.
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Rains Deprive Trout Stock At Siewers Spring Hatchery
NE Iowa story reports heavy rains and floods likely killed up to 2000 trout at the Siewer’s Spring state fish hatchery near Decorah. Superintendent Dennis Lynch cites oxygen depletion from runoff as a possible cause amid chemical and organic fertilizer wash. Hatchery workers operated three 50 gallon per minute pumps to raise water oxygen as 150000 trout remain in the hatchery.
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Hole in One by First Time Swing Wins Round
Dale Dusablon, 78, of Burlington, Vermont, hit a hole-in-one on his first golf swing Monday after being told to spread his feet and lift the club. He achieved the rare feat in his debut at a local course.
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Iowa City Sailors Take Third in Regional Championship Race
Iowa City sailors Arnold and Larry Small placed third in a Midwest Regional regatta. Only two of six races were completed due to high winds reaching up to 1055 knots.
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Dodgers Stumble as Stone Dazzles Braves 5-2 Start
Los Angeles drops a 5-2 opener to Atlanta as George Stone tosses five perfect innings and a three hitter. Dodgers manager Walter Alston lamented injuries after L A slipped five of six, while Cincinnati, Houston and San Diego posted late rally wins in NL action.
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Ex Yankee Red Rolfe Dead at 60 in Guilford
Former Yankees star Red Rolfe died at 60 after a long illness. A Dartmouth athletic director, he captained his college team before joining the Yankees in 1932 and becoming the club’s regular third baseman from 1935 to 1941, helping win five world titles and six pennants.
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Canada Loses Open Hockey Bid at FIHC Meeting
Canada failed to win open world hockey status as delegates vote 30 to 20 in Crans-Sur-Sierre Switzerland. Ottawa's Douglas Fisher says concessions may occur, such as allowing six or nine professionals for the 16 percent world tournament, but the principle of open competition remains the goal.
Izaak Walton Shoot To Be Held Saturday Night
Anamosa scheduling a trapshoot at the Isaak Walton club south of town on Saturday at 8 pm. Wilt Chamberlain of the Los Angeles Lakers is noted for never fouling out of an NBA game.
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$200,000 Tennis Tourney In Making In New York
Two pro tennis promoters unveiled plans for a $200,000 invitation tournament to be held over 13 weekends from mid February to early May across the United States. It would double the prize money of the U S Open and be financed by the National Tennis League, a Tenis Champions unit. Fred Podesta said sites and TV contract are not yet arranged but the final format is decided. One player could win as much as $147,000.
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Optimist Jr Tennis Set To Start At Cedar Rapids
The Optimist junior tennis tournament begins Wednesday at the Cedar Rapids Tennis Center with 12 year olds starting at 9 a.m. 14 year olds at 11 a.m. 16 year olds at 10 p.m. and 18 year olds at 3 p.m. Entries accepted until 7 p.m. Tuesday. Call 385-1782.
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Santo Named Best In League for June
Cincinnati ap Chicago Cubs third baseman Santo batted .395 in June and was named National League player of the month with 42 of 60 votes. He led over runnerup Willie McCovey of the San Francisco Giants. Dodgers' Koufax struck out 382 in 1965 for a major league record.
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Mets Cubs Series Hype Turns On Loose Play and Heat
Ed Charles of the New York Mets says the Cubs will feel the pressure as the Mets stay loose in a key series. Nay Culb of Boston notches his 11th win over Detroit but stays focused on the next challenge. Billy Marlin notes the Twins remain in the thick of the AL West race with a tough second half ahead.
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Quarry London Rematch Hopes Target UK Venues
Los Angeles report says Jerry Quarry and Brian Jamdon plan a rematch. British promoter Lawrence Lewis aims to stage the return in London or Manchester in August. Quarry, coming off a loss to Joe Frazier, was represented by his father Jack Quarry and Johnny Flores at a Monday meeting. A previous bout on March 9, 1967 saw Quarry beat London on points in Los Angeles despite London needing eight stitches from a sparring injury.
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Decorah Jr Jaycee Golf Set Saturday
Decorah Jaycees sponsor a junior golf tournament Saturday at Oneonta and Cowley clubs for boys who will be 18 before September. Top finishers qualify for the state Jaycee tournament at Anamosa July 14-16. No registration fee is charged.
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Iowa City Plans Annual Dave Armbruster Swim Meet
Swimmers and divers from Iowa City, Reel Island, and Moline will compete in the seventh annual Armbruster Meet next weekend. The event, sanctioned by the Iowa AAU, is sponsored by the Iowa City Swim Club Parents Assn and the Town City Recreation Commission. Events start at 9 a.m. Saturday at the city park pool, with diving at 8:30 a.m. Sunday at the same location.
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Rival scores and standings from scattered leagues
scattered results show Minor Faets 74 21 Banaue, Tucson 2 1 BaMes, Richmond 7 Taleo, Rochester Midenstir rain, Butalo 46 Lavisville 34, American Association 5 Uy 17 towa 1s He 4 Annals 4, Toxak League no parties scheduled, Asheville Columbus, Eastern Readian Ri PINsfield 5. A story notes Eliniea wanerhury 4. FIGHT RESULTS AP TOKYO Hiroshi Kohaveshi 1311. 9 jem cans aan SP Beal ath Sevedar 1.
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