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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1975
Page
8
Padres pitcher Randy Jones, 25, hurls a two hitter in a 6-1 victory over the Houston Astros. Jones earns his 15th win, lowering his ERA to 1.85, while praising pitching coach Tom Morgan for improvements in delivery and endurance.
Kansas City Royals surge under Whitey Herzog, winning 11 of 14 to close gap on Oakland. Tony Solaita belts a three run homer as Busby wins his 15th, while Rangers top A’s 5 2 and Red Sox rally past Brewers 5 2. Orioles split with Tigers as Cleveland and others win.
Cathy Curry of Columbus advanced to the semifinal at Happy Hollow in Omaha after a dominant Wednesday match where she did not lose a hole and finished 10 over par through 14 holes. She led qualifying with an 80 and will meet Theresa Wanek, the reigning Nebraska Women’s Champion, in the semifinals.
Schuyler Central High School head football coach Gene Hunting calls all boys in grades 9 through 12 to a meeting August 11 at 7 p.m. at the high school. Players will receive physical cards needed for the doctor’s exam, and those without cards must arrange and pay for their own physicals. Bring workout clothes for practice after the meeting.
Bob McCurdy a 6 7 forward for the University of Richmond and last season's leading college scorer has decided to end his playing career due to a recurring right Achilles tendon problem. He was an eighth round pick of the Milwaukee Bucks but did not come to terms.
At the Indianapolis clay court event Guillermo Vilas Arthur Ashe and Manuel Orantes won their opening matches while two top seeds Raul Ramirez and Brian Gottfried were upset. Defending champion Chris Evert and Julie Heldman also advanced. Vilas overcame John Whitlinger in straight sets after a late arrival, and Wojtek Fibak defeated Gottfried in three sets amid a disputed call.
Montreal Canadiens goalie and lawyer Ken Dryden makes his first appearance as a public affairs broadcaster on Canadian Broad Corp radio. The 90 minute program “As it Happens” will feature interviews with world news figures. Also notes sports stats and the 1976 U.S. Open planned for Atlanta.
Silver Creek moves to 7-2 after a 6-5 victory over Schuyler. Dennis Gray drove in two runs with a ninth inning double to seal the win as Schuyler falls to 7-3. Sunday's games feature Osceola at Schuyler and Hil at Silver Creek in afternoon tilts.
Tom Weiskopf named six likely winners at Firestone: Nicklaus, Trevino, Miller, Palmer, Irwin, and himself. He described the course as long and tough with high rough, favoring distance and power. Trevino and Nicklaus echoed the toughness as they assessed the field and form ahead of the Akron event.
Clarkson finall is joined by Madison and Oasis Bar of Columbus in the finals. Darrel Dubsky allowed two hits in Madison's 9-2 win over Ski Lounge of Columbus as Larry Aylor took the loss.
Hastings Nebraska report states the $15 000 Pro Am Midwest Golf Classic at Lochland Country Club in Aug 23 and 24 will be televised by KOLN EGIN TV. Air times are 3 30 p m and 4 p m with two hour programs. leading pros listed include R H Sikes Monte Kaser Layborn Harris Sr and John Frillman. Tom Olson of Omaha is defending amateur champion.
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