Iverson Finishes Sixth at PGA After 74
Don Iverson shot 74 to finish tied for sixth in his first major at the PGA Championship in Cleveland. The La Crosse pro earned 7,312 dollars and secured spots in next year’s Masters and U S Open. Iverson led early and rebounded after rough holes 16 and 17, praising the week for exposure and money. His wife Virginia expressed relief and pride as the couple endured a hectic week.
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Nicklaus Wins PGA and Breaks Jones Major Record
Jack Nicklaus captures the PGA Championship at Canterbury Golf Club with a 277 total, four strokes ahead of Bruce Crampton. He breaks Bobby Jones’s 43-year major title record, while newcomer Don Iverson contends and finishes in the top eight as Nicklaus asserts his claim as golf’s premier player.
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Vikings Win Preseason Opener Over Steelers 10 6
In Bloomington Minnesota Vikings edge Pittsburgh 10 6 in a preseason opener. Bobby Bryant returns an interception 93 yards for a TD and sets up a field goal as Minnesota’s defense limits the Steelers to 47 second half yards. Berry replaces Tarkenton at quarterback for Minnesota.
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Reichgelt Hurls Coon Valley Win
Coon Valley beat Melrose-Mindoro 13-0 as Bob Reichgelt pitched a six hit shutout and the offense collected 10 hits. Ken Polasky slugged a homer and a single with five RBIs, Mark Servais added three RBIs on a double and two singles, and Bruce Larson contributed two singles. Coon Valley improves to 9-1 in the league and 20-7 overall.
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Packers edge Bills in NFL preseason opener
Green Bay quarterback Jerry Tagge admitted nerves as he and Scott Hunter combined for 55 passing yards in a 10-3 win over Buffalo. John Brockington scored on a 33 yard run and Chester Marcos added a 34 yard field goal, while Buffalo’s O J Simpson left with rib bruises. Buffalo had no passing touchdowns in the game.
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Iverson Makes PGA Debut Aiding La Crosse Star Near Masters
La Crosse golfer Don Iverson finished tied for sixth in his first major, the PGA, after a strong 72 holes. He drew praise from peers, boosted by TV coverage and offers for future events including a Masters and U.S. Open berth.
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