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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1973
Page
5
Indianapolis race tragedy unfolds as Gary Beltenhausen and others push for full cages after Salt Walther sustains burns over 40 percent of body and a broken wrist in a first lap crash during the rain delayed Indianapolis 500. Gasoline Riley's 77 car severely damaged.
In Indianapolis the Memorial Day classic faced a rain frost delay after a crash marred start. Ku n zman from Gulfenberg, a Towan, suffered heavy damage to the Eagle Offenhauser bulkhead and lost his best friend in the chaos. His pit crew worked overnight to ready the car for Tuesday’s restart amid anger and heartbreak.
Chris Evert beat Jaroslava Teklova 6 1 9 6 in the French Open to reach the women's quarter finals on the slow Roland Garros clay. The year old U.S. star, last remaining American in the event, began slowly but seized control after the opening game to win five games in a row.
A rambling diary recounts a Europe trip from May to May with many stops in Switzerland France and Italy. The author notes rare golf play one course near Galt holes and a preference to practice at home while detailing meals people seen and the shifting value of the dollar versus francs and Swiss francs.
Ottawa AP reports a roundup of diverse activities across Quad Citlan and nearby venues. It notes rail and sports events including basketball semis, track races, and a big July 1 Pacific Conference Games in Ottawa with teams from five countries.
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