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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1977

Page

17

T-Birds Edge Slater Do Paris Big Favor

North Callaway junior high notes a hard fought 45 43 win over Slater, lifting both Paris and Slater into a tie for first in the Lewis & Clark Conference. Key plays include Zuroweste and Kleine late, with Slater fouled on final attempts and North Callaway holding on to secure the comeback victory.

T-Birds Edge Slater Paris Kingdom Cheim Paris S Ida Ladgerland Lewis & Clark Slater Ese Oime Marceline Coyotes Westra Calveny S&c Salisburyee Thunderbirds Wildcats North Callaway White Hit Othrough Bvhen Rick Wilson Kevin Zuroweste Rodney Soper Zuroweste Joe ‘Kleine Keith Broyles

Dogs Back In Race Go To Waynesville

Mexico Bulldogs travel to Waynesville for a key Mid-State Conference game as three straight road tests precede the regional tournament. Jefferson City and Helias battle for the top while Fulton holds third with 3 3. Mexico seeks climb after recent wins and tight losses.

Waynesville Mexico Bulldogs Bulldogs MSC Jefferson City Crusaders Fulton Rile Wednaereault Helias Rolla Mexico Hickman Rigs Frank Skiney Ronnie Miller Mike Salles Bill Spurgeon Fellas Bella Hellas Matiaecwris

Slow Pitch League Holds First Meeting

The Mexico slow pitch softball league held its first meeting of the year and elected Jim Clayton Mark Thoenen Chick Selsor Jim Stubblefield Dan Pitts and Steve Van Matre. The deadline for entry and dues is April 12. The next meeting is Tuesday March 1 at 7 p.m. at the city hall. Anyone interested in entering a team is urged to attend.

Mexico Jim Clayton Mark Thoenen

Raney Sparks Commerce Bankers Past Bowling Green 161-95

E G Raney led the Commerce Bankers with 38 points as they routed Bowling Green 161 to 95 in amateur basketball. Teammates Mark Thoenen 32 and Dave Wilkinson 29 fueled the attack, while Bowling Green’s Clarence Holman 25 and Bob Groff 17 led scorers for the losers.

Raney Bankers E.G Commerce Bankers Bowling Green Mark Thoenen Dave Wilkinson Ron Kemp Dwight Linnemeyer Roger Hill Clarence Holman Bob Groff

Roundup of NBA results and NHL notes from Thursday night

The Associated Press roundups report Buffalo Braves beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-103 in coach Joe Mullaney's home debut. Celtics edge Kings in overtime 124-125, Cowens scores season high 33. Also NBA games: Houston over San Antonio 118-109, Milwaukee over Golden State 99-97. NHL notes on Flyers and Rangers, Hounds and Leafs action summarized with player highlights.

NBA Associated Press Joe Mullaney Buffalo National Basketball Pelvblaonts Braves Cleveland Cavaliers Philadelphia Boston Kansas City Houston San ‘Antonio Milwaukee Golden State Celtics Kings Dave Cowens

Modified Draft Result Of Labor Peace In NFL

NFL and players union reach a collective bargaining agreement including a modified draft set for April. Eight to ten rounds, six weeks to three months for talks, with drafted players who fail to sign becoming free agents. Chiefs front office reacts with relief and strategic planning.

NFL New York Rsett Tony Dorsett Ricky Bell Joe Kapp Rozelle John Mackey Hovelle Torkins Aetate American Football League NFL Management Council NFL Players Association Sargent Karch NFLMC Ed. Garvey NFLPA Associated Press Collegians Kansas City National Football League Kansas City Chiefs Paul Wiggin Les Miller Chiefs

CBS Builds Surprising Lead In War For Basketball Viewers

CBS has built a lead over NBC in Sunday basketball viewership through Feb 6, averaging 8.1 rating and 21 share versus NBC's 6.8 rating and 19 share. ABC remains No. 1 on Sundays with Wide World of Sports, while CBS pivots to regional games and NBA stars like Dr. J to sustain the advantage. NBC plans top college matchups to boost college basketball appeal ahead of the NCAA Tournament.

CBS New York Usp NBC Usung Dr. J NBA Network Observera U.S Tvo Herb Gross ABC Wide World of Sports Wide World American Basketball Association Dr. J Philadelphia 76Ers San Francisco Notre Dame

Massengale Dominates LA Open With 66 Lead

Rik Massengale opened with a six under par 66 at the Glen Campbell Los Angeles Open, matching a run from last week’s Bob Hope Desert Classic winner. He leads at 23 under across five rounds, with Lanny Wadekins noting Massengale’s form as the strongest seen, while Gilder and January chase one stroke back in a foggy Riviera country course setting.

Los Angeles Maspenaalels Lanny Wadekins Massengale Rik Watkins Glen Carmicbell Riviera Bob Gilder Don January Tom Pusteer Roger Malthe Grier Jones Greg Powers Brian

Lincoln Univ Tigers Face MIAA Title Bid After Setback

Lincoln University Tigers, 6-1 in the MIAA, must win at Missouri-Rolla after an 87 70 loss to Central Missouri State. Harold Robertson notes a prior misunderstanding but the team still seeks the championship with Central Missouri at 6-2 and Rolla at 6-3.

Kansas City Harold Robertson Lincoln University Tigers Loas Central’ Missouri State Lincoln Missouri-Rolla Rolla Central Missouri

Petty claims secret to Daytona banks in Pro race

Richard Petty dominates Daytona qualifying with 179.856 mph in a Dodge as Cale Yarborough tops the other heat at 180 mph. Janet Guthrie becomes first woman to qualify for the Daytona 500. Donnie Allison and A J Foyt share front row in Sunday’s race with Petty and Yarborough in the second row. Permatex 300 preview features Sommers and Millikan leading front row.

Daytona Beach Fila Daytona International Speedway Richard Petty Cale Yarborough Darrell Waltrip Yarborough Waltrip Bobby Allison Dodge Janet Guthrie Donnie Allison A.J. Foyt

MU Women End Regular Season Play

The Missouri women finish regular season in Tarkle Missouri facing Nebraska and Midland University at p.m. Coach Joann Rutherford notes guard Sharon Farrah from Mexico averaging 13 points per game as key to recent wins over Northeast Missouri State. The team battles injuries including Hokamp who has an 8 leg injury and will need surgery after the season.

Columbia Missouri Tarkle Nebraska Aleda Midland Uniersity Joann Rutherford The Tigers Sharon Farrah Mexico Rutherford Eth Hokamp

Winter Surf Championship Draws 20 Northeastern Surfers

Narragansett hosts the Eastern Surfing Association mid winter championships with at least 20 entrants from New England and New York. Panagiotis, organizer, says winter swells from northeast storms provide California style waves here despite harsh conditions. Contestants adapt with rubber wetsuits boots and head coverings for safety and warmth.

Narragansett North Atlantic Peter Panagiotis Panagiotis Eastern Surfing Association New England New York Narragangett Rhode Island Cape Cod California

MMA Drops Rifle Action in St Louis Matches

Missouri Military Academy riflemen fell to 3-3 after close losses to St Louis High 1296 to 1156 led by Kirchner 241 Luckinbill 249 Swanson 2% Eichelmann 22 and Kent Smith 202. MMA later lost to St Louis CBC 1206 to 1203 with Kirchner 267 Smith 241 Luckinbill 240 Seen 331 Eichelmann.

MMA Missouri Military Academy Colonels St. Louis Highwill Kirchner Clint Luckinbill Garret Swanson Joe Eichelmann Kent Smith

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