Cedar Rapids Cards sweep Decatur in doubleheader stretch
Cedar Rapids Cardinals completed another doubleheader sweep at Decatur to extend their winning streak to nine and move to fourth place, four games behind league leader. DuBose pitched seven innings, two-hitter with 19 strikeouts, as Jesse DuBose’s hot start boosts the Cards toward Quincy then Waterloo with rained-out games to makeup. Ken Cornell left with a head injury after being hit by a pitch, with hospital update later.
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Fans Back Casper as Open Picks Gary Player
In a clash of man and machine, bettors favor Gary Player to win the 1968 U S Open golf championship over Bill Casper. The IBM analysis values Player highly, noting his steady driving and top putting and predicting a strong performance on Cypress Creek at Champions Club. Casper, arriving after a Westin Open victory, remains confident but acknowledges the tournament’s tough, unique nature.
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Hawklets Honed By Maher and Wooldick Lead Scoring Charge
Town City notes Maher and Wooldick on the Hawklets top scoring duel with Palmer tied for 15th and Nicklaus near 22nd in early games. Dicey play and a four hitter by Wooldick fuel a 2-0 Bettendorf win as the squad eyes a third straight victory.
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Sullivan's 1969 season hinges on Iowa fullback return
Iowa football faces a pivotal season with Tim Sullivan’s healing from a broken ankle. Coaches and medical staff hope he is ready for drills on September 1 and the opener September 20. Sullivan’s experience and receiving and blocking skills make him central to the offense, with Nagel stressing his standout blocking and versatility.
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Pruett Arrives As Cedar Rapids Cards Bolster Pitching
Cedar Rapids Cardinals gain pitching depth as Jerry Pruett arrives from military service to join a pennant drive. Also arriving is John Susce a 6 I5 pitcher with 12 1 record in 1968 at Southern Minnesota University. Bobby Diaz returns to the Dominican Republic for personal matters.
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Center Point Edges Central City 2-0 Behind Strong Hitting
Center Point beats Central City 2-0 as Roseberry and Lala each have two hits. Pitchers Ken Roseberry and Dave Cross combine for 17 strikeouts to limit Central City, with the game played on Mont day.
Decorah Bombs South Winneshiek With 11 Hits
Decorah used 11 hits to defeat South Winneshiek in a Monday game. Rusty Sproatt went 2 for 2 and scored three times for the winners.
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