Rangers hire Don Zimmer to manage in 1981 season
Texas Rangers move to appoint former Boston Red Sox manager Don Zimmer to lead the club in 1981. Zimmer flew to Dallas to meet with Eddie Robinson and Eddie Chiles as the announcement was set for a morning news conference. The team had considered Dick Howser but chose Zimmer after his background and recommendations.
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Marquette star Oliver Lee pleads guilty to credit card fraud
Oliver Lee of Marquette University pled guilty to fraudulent use of a credit card and received one year probation. He must restitution $984.60 for charges across department stores in a circuit court decision by Judge Joseph Callan.
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Cooney Eyes Norton Bout at Madison Square Garden
Gerry Cooney, 24-0 with 21 KOs, could meet former champion Ken Norton in late January at Madison Square Garden. Rappaport Jones, Cooney’s handlers, discussed a roughly $1 million offer with Garden boxing head John F X Condon after Cooney’s one round demolition of Ron Lyle at Nassau Coliseum.
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Gems to perform at Shellsburg High in pared down exhibition
The Arkansas Gems women’s basketball team will play Shellsburg faculty Thursday at 7 30 p m in the Shellsburg High School gym. Led by Elvera Peps Neuman the Gems plan a showy display with Neuman described as the Bob Cousy of women’s hoops. Tickets are available at the door and in advance at the high school or Roy’s Store.
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Baseball free agent re-entry draft looms with Winfield bid
Baseball executives brace for Thursday’s 48 player re-entry draft where 13 teams limit could push premium free agents like Dave Winfield out early. The Yankees hold the 26th pick, while the Mets with the third choice eye the star, amid historic salary comparisons and past auction lore.
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Mass Mutual agent joins professionals in financial planning
A Mass Mutual agent is described as part of a coordinated team with attorneys, accountants and trust officers to develop sound financial plans for families and businesses. The message emphasizes professionalism, continuous improvement, and a mindset beyond formal education.
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