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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 2008
Page
6
On this date in 1919 Jack Dempsey won the world heavyweight title in Toledo after Jess Willard did not answer the bell for round four. In 1930 Helen Wills Moody captured her fourth Wimbledon singles title 6-2 6-2 over Elizabeth Ryan.
Kansas City native Muna Lee ran a personal best 10.85 seconds to win the 100 meter final at the Olympic Trials. She hopes to qualify for the Olympics in the 200 as well, seeking a similar surge after a busy day of calls and messages.
Coaches reporting scores are urged to call 832-6367, email sportsdesk at ljworld.com, or fax to 843-4512 to submit results and updates.
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The Williams sisters advanced to the Wimbledon final with a pair of straight-set wins securing a seventh all sibling major final. Serena edges Venus in ongoing Grand Slam head to head while Venus heads to a semifinal clash later in the day.
Randy Moss, All-Pro wide receiver, announced he is purchasing 50 percent of owner David Dollar's Craftsman Truck Series team and renaming it Randy Moss Motorsports. Moss, a lifelong racing enthusiast from West Virginia, cited his country roots as part of the decision.
New York brief filed by Brian McNamee’s lawyers claims tests on syringes and other steroid paraphernalia submitted to federal agents will show Roger Clemens’ DNA. The filing follows pending speculation about the materials handed to agent Jeff Novitzky in January.
Former Kansas guard Brandon Rush aims to mimic Reggie Miller as he joins the Indiana Pacers after a draft-day trade. He compares himself to Paul Pierce and notes his three college years built him into a strong teammate. Rush also mentions his brother Kareem played for the Pacers last season.
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