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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1977

Page

10

Maris Helps Mayberry Sharpen Swing For Royals

Whitey Herzog sent his former friend Roger Maris a hunting jacket then asked him to mentor John Mayberry. Maris visited Royals camp, coached five days to curb overswing and encourage right center power. Mayberry improved, driving in runs in exhibition play and a late Yankee telecast showcase.

New York UPI Whitey Herzog Roger Maris Gainesville Fla Yankee John Mayberry Kansas City Big John Herzog Maris Royals Charlie Lau Lou Mayberry Charlie John Hank Aaron Pat Texas Rangers Yankees

Baseball Standings and Schedule From National and American Leagues

National League East standings show St Louis, Chicago, Montreal, New York, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia with wins and losses. American League notes Cleveland Toronto Milwaukee New York Baltimore Detroit Kansas City Oakland Seattle Minnesota California, plus results from Thursday games and listed matinee and evening pitching matchups.

United Press International St. Louis Chicago Montreal New York Pittsburgh Philadelphia Houston Los Angeles San Francisco San Diego Atlanta Cincinnati Krukow Matlack Carlton Stanhouse Ray Halicki Lemongello Cleveland Toronto Milwaukee Baltimore Detroit Boston Wwe Oakland Kansas City Texas Seattle Minnesota California Gullett Augustine Torrez Thormodsgard Grimsley Alexander Ruhle Colborn Horgan Knapp Abbott Redford

Flyers assistant coach Ashbee battles leukemia with hope

Philadelphia Flyers assistant coach Barry Ashbee revealed he has leukemia while at Hahnemann Hospital. The 37 year old former defenseman, sidelined since a career ending eye injury, expressed optimism about remission and spoke of facing the illness with his family and teammates.

Philadelphia UPI Barry Ashbee Ashbee Philadelphia Flyers Hahnemann Hospital National Hockey League Flyers Edward Viner Heather Danny Keith Allen Bobby Clarke

Pistons blame illegal zone defense in 138 108 defeat

Detroit accuses Golden State of using an illegal zone to overwhelm the Pistons by 30 points in the NBA playoff game. M L Carr and Bob Lanier lament tough defensive coverage as Detroit loses home game and faces a deciding matchup with the Warriors.

Detroit UPI Detroit Pistons Golden State Warriors M.L. Carr Pistons Los Angeles Lakers Boston San Antonio Washington Cleveland Portland Chicago Dobber Bob Lanier al Attles

Crocker opens with six under to lead LPGA event

Mary Lou Crocker fired a six under 66 with six birdies and no bogeys to grab a two stroke first round lead at Hilton Head in the Women's International Golf Tournament. Jan Stephenson stood second at 68.

Hilton Head Island S.C UPI Mary Lou Crocker LPGA Jan Stephenson Devil’s Elbow Amy Alcott Bonnie Laurer Sandra Palmer Nancy Syms Michelle Walker Sally Little

Pillen to Speak at St Francis Athletic Banquet

Cletus Pillen Nebraska Lincoln defensive captain and All American will be the featured speaker at the St Francis athletic banquet. The event starts at 7 30 p m on April 21 in the St Francis Auditorium.

Humphrey Cletus Pillen University of Nebraska- Lincoln St. Francis

Leafs Grab 2-0 Series Lead in Philadelphia

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened a 2-0 series lead over the Philadelphia Flyers with a 4-1 win in Philadelphia. Coach Red Kelly praised the comeback pace and Toronto’s disciplined defense while Fred Shero lamented Flyers mistakes. The series heads to Toronto Friday as New York Islanders, Boston, and Montreal also hold 2-0 advantages. In WHA playoffs, Indianapolis and Quebec won to take 2-0 leads as Blair MacDonald and Brian McDonald led the scoring efforts.

Toronto Maple Leafs Philadelphia Flyers Toronto Red Kelly Fred Shero Leafs New York Islanders Buffalo Boston Los Angeles Islanders Bruins Montreal St. Louis World Hockey Association Indianapolis Cincinnati Quebec New England Blair MacDonald Brian McDonald Stingers Paul Baxter John McKenzie Serge Bernier

Fonner Park Horse Races Payoffs and Attendance Figures

Fonner Park in Grand Island Nebraska reports Thursday race results with payouts across nine races. Notable payoffs include Nos 23 daily double for $141.00 and 8-9 exacta for $195.90, attendance 4,483 and mutuel handle $381,361.

Grand Island, Neb UPI Fonner Park Imapart Misty Dream Mrs. Ike Patami Lanyon’s Lad Bold Patriot Bon Pocket Flyer Country Ray Black Ticket Cozies Bay Distuneful Exacta Nishnabotna Lanyon Jr Late Charge Hill’s Orphan Mid Fox Larry

Legion tryouts announced for this weekend

American Legion Baseball announces tryouts this weekend at Pawnee Park. Midget hopefuls meet at 1 p.m. Saturday diamond, while Juniors try out at 1:30 p.m. Sunday.

American Legion Pawnee Park

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