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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1977

Page

14

Watson Claims Masters Victory Ends Choke Label

Watson erased a choke stigma with a dramatic Masters win at Augusta finishing 12 under to 276. Nicklaus led late silence as Watson birdied the 7th to seize the lead, while Kite and Massengale trailed at 280. Watson earned 40,000 and boosted season earnings to 175,185 amid a career marked by near-misses and late surges.

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Watson Calls Wave Misunderstanding A Masters Clash

Augusta GA AP Tom Watson angrily misread Jack Nicklaus wave on the 11th hole during the Masters final round. Watson apologized after Nicklaus finished with a 66 to chase Watson, who won 67 and 276 total, two strokes clear. Watson said he later forgot the incident.

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Dodgers Lose to Giants as Halicki Dominates Dodgers

In a rough start to the season, Ed Halicki shutout the Dodgers in a 5-0 win, extending a personal streak of strong performances against Los Angeles. Reggie Smith led with two doubles and a single, while Halicki described Dodger Stadium as his comfort zone and a tough assignment for the Dodgers this early in the year.

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Properantes Springs Upset in San Juan Capistrano Handicap

Properantes, ridden by Darrel McHargue, rallied to win the $150,000 San Juan Capistrano Handicap at Santa Anita, with Caucasus finishing third as the meeting closed. Top Crowd paid $7.40 and $3.60, while Caucasus returned $2.60. Properantes paid $12.20.

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Referees threaten strike over NBA contract talks

The NBA referees association, led by Phillips, votes to strike if layoffs and pay disputes persist. They demand a prework contract with severance pay and arbitration rights. Gourdine notes past playoff negotiation shifts, while Powers and Strom are excluded from membership. The group pressed NBA Commissioner O'Brien for immediate bargaining.

Santa Anita Highlights and Race Winners Summary

Santa Anita meet featured Crystal Water winning the $195,715 top purse race. Jockey Laffit Pincay rode Crystal Water with trainer Top Fyeareld-Habil. Bankers John, Rasherfish, Lucie Manel and Nagoun led multiple races. Apprentice Steve Canthen trained horses including Luvie Top and mare Ci ee hity.

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Referee Powers Defies NBA Strike Says Contract Sets Town

Richie Powers, one of two referees not in the referees union, worked on Sunday as 24 other officials walked out after contracts expired. He insists the strike is a right for others, not for him, and vows to honor his contract through next season and the playoffs. He compares the situation to a baseball benching and laments the disruption to pro basketball.

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Victorious Beauty Set for Los Alamitos Feature Pace

O'Brien to drive Victorious Beauty in a balanced field at Los Alamitos with Fate Split Pea Millstone Native Timer and Tru Climax as opposition. The 4 year old Bret Hunn over son seeks a second win this spring. odds against include Delborea and Chief Diplomat among others.

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Jockey Standings Highlight Narrow Finish

A compact note from the racing desk notes a jockey and standings update, with a longshot entry drawing attention as the field tightens. The fragment hints at evolving positions and potential surprises in coming races.

Hardin's Hotline Probable Winner Spotlight

Hardin's Hotline features Boer as a probable winner with a spotlight on sm and diet themed feats. Sun-sis notes RET specials and TEAS hte as part of current betting chatter and editorials.

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Classified race notice from Independent Telegram

A fragmented classified ad notes Susan Taylor of SEE Gith Way selling a boat to the first caller. The brief mentions good buys and a quick sale, reflecting a concise shopper’s pitch in the local paper.

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