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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1972

Page

11

Fischer Grabs Second Victory in World Chess Match

In Reykjavik Boris Spassky resigns to Bobby Fischer after 2 moves ending game five with the score tied 2 14 to 2 14. Spassky faced early weakness and collapsed after Fischer sacrifices, drawing cheers from spectators as the American maintains composure.

Reykjavik Iceland Boris Spassky Ring Teer Bobby Fischer Spassky Bobby Fischer Win Frank Skoff U.S. Chess Federation UPI

Fischer edges Spassky in fifth game amid demands and delays

The fifth game in Reykjavik ends with Spassky resigning after Fischer builds pressure as the crowd and Icelandic federation negotiate demands over magazines, pool use, and board setup. Fischer leads 2 1 in the match with Thursday’s game looming amid delays and venue complaints.

Hospital Sets Celebration for Anniversary and Nursing Home

Hale Center special edition notes Hi-Plains Hospital marks its 25th anniversary with a Sunday celebration and the formal opening of the Hi-Plains Nursing Home satellite. Guided tours are planned from 1:30 to 4 pm with hospital and nursing home staff as hosts. The nursing home began admitting patients about a year ago.

Hale Center Hi-Plains Hospital Hi-Plains Nursing Home

Man Convicted In U S Court Over Firearm Felony

A nine man and three woman jury in U S District Court convicted Ignacio Lerma Mendiola, 37, of 2614 Ave E, of possessing a firearm after a felony conviction under the 1970 Omnibus Crime Bill. Judge Halbert C Woodward continued sentencing to August 21. Mendiola had a prior heroin possession conviction from 99th District Court in 1969.

U.S. District Court Ignacio Lerma Mendiola Ave. E Halbert C. Woodwards Mendiola 99Th District Court

South Plains College Sets Fall Registration Schedule

South Plains College in Levelland announces pre registration from July 31 to August 1 for the fall semester. Residence halls open at 1 p.m. August 27. Registration is August 28 and classes begin August 29 at 8 a.m.

South Plains College Levelland SPC

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