Weiskopf Opens With 64 In Westchester Classic
Tom Weiskopf fired an eight under par 64 to take a three stroke lead in the Westchester Golf Classic at Westchester Country Club. The first round was rain delayed after two inches of rain made the course slick and treacherous for more than 20 000 spectators. Weiskopf credited a lucky stretch of three long putts and said he felt he could string together more low scores in the rain affected event.
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Weiskopf Leads As Field Battles For 50 000 Prize
In a humid New York round 147 players faced a tough course with Phil Weiskopf atop the leaderboard at 67. Jerry Barber and Bruce Crampton chased close behind, while Nicklaus Miller Palmer Player and Trevino trailed. The event offers a 50 000 first prize.
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John Mayberry Dominates Twins. Royals Win Fourth Straight
Kansas City first baseman John Mayberry pounded three hits including a two run homer to power a 4 2 victory over Minnesota. Mayberry raised his average to .371 with 22nd homer and 87 RBIs while Al Fitzmorris grabbed his third consecutive win. The Royals stretched their winning streak to six.
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Dallas Spoils Had Debut Duane Can't Help Skins
Duane Thomas returned to NFL action with 11 carries for 36 yards as Washington fell to Detroit 17-14 in an exhibition opener. Greg Landry connected with Larry Walton for a TD and Mel Farr added a 47-yard score for the Lions, while Moses Denson and Billy Kilmer-Terry Smith combined for Washington points.
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El Dorado Wins Meet on Ball's Last-Inning Triple
El Dorado swept to a 3-2 district title with Dale Ball driving a two‑run triple in the eighth. The win, 28-11 El Dorado, sends them to the State Legion tournament in McPherson August 11-14 to face Lawrence. Newton scored in the ninth before Martinez shut the door.
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Fights Last Night Reported By The Associated Press
A boxing card recap notes Rigng oe Atyaro Tri Yaqui tops Steel Cott of California by stoppage in 374, Ronnie Wilson of Burnaby, THC, 6.
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Chiefs Tussle Saints Tonight in Exhibition Opener
Kansas City to host New Orleans in the NFL preseason opener at 8 p.m. CDT. Chiefs miss Moorman Taylor Marsalis, while rookie adds Ellison Keyes Butler push to prove depth. Len Dawson starts 17th season. Archie Manning leads Saints making first KC visit.
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League Leaders Show Mixed Standings and Busy Bats
National and American League leaders clash in a jumble of names across batting and home run categories. Notable figures include Rose and Bonds atop various charts, with Jackson and Stargell among the prominent sluggers.
Hallmark Slo-Pitch Eliminated in Sub-State Tournament
In the Northeast Kansas Sub-State slo-pitch action at Holcom Complex Hallmark Cards fell 7 6 while two Lawrence teams moved in the winners bracket and three more linger in the losers bracket. Top seeds Topeka Merchants Moving and Waxman Candles remained unbeaten as play continued toward state bids in Hutchinson.
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World Team Tennis Debuts With Billie Jean King Draft
The World Team Tennis league drafted 12 players for its 16 team circuit, signing Billie Jean King to a five year 750000 contract with the Philadelphia franchise. John Newcombe also joined Houston, while Chris Evert was Miami’s first pick, amid ILTF scheduling friction.
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South Jets Out Front In Junior High Football Start
South teams begin practice first, with Ralph Wedd's Cougars at 4 p.m. August 15, Central Mustangs under Nanny Duver at 3 p.m. August 16, and West equipment checkout August 16-17 for 8 a.m. drills August 20. Players must bring a signed physical card and a $2 insurance fee.
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