Regis Clinches Strong Finish With 5 3 Win at Norway
Regis University caps a 14 6 season by defeating Norway 5 3 in their last scheduled game. Gary Light delivered a key three run shot after Regis trailed 3 1, while Art Dorrington and Bruce Hotchkiss contributed run producing hits. Bob Gradeville exited with arm trouble and Bruce Hotchkiss pitched three hitless innings to seal the win.
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Tex Riley, Pro Wrestler, Dies After Memorial Match
Tex Riley, longtime professional wrestler, died in Memorial Hospital in Savannah Georgia shortly after a match on Thursday night. The event followed his lengthy career in the sport. Memorial Hospital reported the death as a result of the bout.
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Greenwood Raceway Opens Second Season May 30 31
Greenwood roadway in Indianola launches its second season of sports car racing on May 30 and 31. A regional meet sponsored by the Sports Car Club of America attracts top midwest drivers and renowned sports cars. The three mile asphalt track features challenging curves, rolling hills, and long straightaways where cars exceed 160 mph.
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Willie Mays Named Giants Captain Amid Managerial Talk
Giants manager Alvin Dark named Willie Mays captain, elevating him as clubhouse leader and liaison between players and management. Dark called Mays managerial material but won't discuss future coaching plans, noting the role emphasizes maturity and team cohesion.
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Iowa prep track meet hosts 24 contenders from two schools
About 24 Cedar Rapids track athletes from Jefferson and Washington, 12 from each, join roughly 1,000 Iowa preps at the class AA and A state outdoor meet in Iowa City. Washington standout John Dvorak leads despite a knee tweak, seeking wins in hurdles and possibly relays as Jeff hopes for relay success and placings.
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Washington Golfers Set Ellis Mark in Front Nine Record
Washington amateurs posted a five over par 153 team total at Ellis to defeat Jefferson 153 to 168 with Jim Lockwood earning medalist honors at 36. Jefferson's Denny Smith led back with 38, Regis and Twin Pines figures noted as part of the season’s hot rounds.
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South African Gary Player to Play Ames Exhibition
Ames hosts golf legend Gary Player known as one of the Big Three in professional golf for an exhibition 18-hole round on July 26. The event features the famed South African star in a midtown setting with local interest high.
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Johnson sets track records in World 600 trials
Charlotte N C AP Junior Johnson, favored in better weather, set one lap and four lap records at Charlotte Motor Speedway during qualifying for the World 600. He ran 145.474 mph for a single lap and 145.102 mph for four laps around the 144 mile track, as wind and rain interrupted earlier sessions.
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Farmers Night Set at KC Park
Kansas City AP report says Charles Finley’s Athletics will host Farmers Night on Saturday June 20 marking a first in baseball history dedicating an evening to American farmers. Prizes include a Brangus bull a stallion 100 Rhode Island Red chickens 100 Do jminicker chickens and a red rooster. A ball game vs the Washington Senators follows.
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