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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1975
Page
12
Johnny Miller wins the Bob Hope Desert Classic by three strokes in Palm Springs California. He claims his third victory in four starts this season and rivals Jack Nicklaus who did not compete in the 90-hole event. Miller now leads last season’s pace with potential Player of the Year prospects.
Miller discusses being top rated after a four under par 68 and 339 total, while praising Jack Nicklaus’s potential to reach 350 horsepower. Nicklaus has played sparingly this year, with Miller noting his stronger, more experienced rival could peak at the Masters in Augusta.
Boston AP report notes Bill Russell, All American and first black major league coach, named to the National Basketball Hall of Fame but publicly declines induction. Russell, 6-9 legend of the Celtics and longtime broadcaster, cites personal reasons and remains distant from ceremonies.
MacArthur's wrestling squad visits Pauls Valley for a 7:30 p.m. duel. Highlanders feature lineup with Smith at 101 and Landreth at 178, no heavyweight, after strong showing against Ada. Induction notes mix with Hall of Fame chatter and historic figures quoted.
Third ranked Louisville drops 82 77 at Tulsa after a season of rare defeats. Crum laments out hustled effort while junior Bridgeman leads with 32 points as top 20 teams including Indiana UCLA Maryland Kentucky NC State and North Carolina win.
Pittsburgh running back Rocky Bleier receives the Vince Lombardi Award at the Wisconsin Pro Football Writers banquet for dedication to football. Bleier’s comeback followed Vietnam injuries that nearly ended his career, including multiple surgeries and cuts by the Steelers before returning to star in the Super Bowl run.
Chuckie Williams scored 32 as Kansas State beat Oklahoma State 87 74 to extend its win streak and lead in the Big Eight. Morningstar and Suttle added 21 and 20 for Kansas, while Nebraska’s Hercle Ivy was held to 24 in a 75 62 win over Iowa State. Missouri’s Willie Smith led with 27 as Colorado 24 point man Greg Mueller contributed 24 for the Buffaloes.
Altus defensive end John Trest, 6-5 and 250 pounds, signed a Big Eight letter of intent with the University of Oklahoma. He previously signed with Tulsa and indicated he will sign a national letter Feb. 19 with OU. Trest, a standout in football and baseball, earned Boomer Conference and All-State honors.
Palm Springs Calif AP final scores and money winnings Sunday in the 160 000 Bob Hope Desert Classic golf tournament.
State Farm promotes itself as the world’s number one homeowners insurer citing superior service protection and economy. A call is invited for details on coverage options and rates.
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