Mexico Legion Falls to Quincy in Non League Tilt
Mexico's American Legion team, 10-2 overall, lost 11-6 to Quincy in a non league game. Quincy pounded two Mexico pitchers for 15 hits, scoring five in the first inning and adding runs later while Mexico fought back with Mitch Williams homering and a late surge but could not overtake the visitors. Tate used two pitchers due to league schedule Sunday battles with Fulton at Green Field starting 5:30 p.m.
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Foyt Faces Sponsorship Tug of War Ahead of Schaefer 500
A. J. Foyt, amid a storm of controversy, leads the field at Pocono for the Schaefer 500 as Citicorp terminates its USAC sponsorship, threatening 350000 to 400000 in lost support. Stecher accuses Foyt of a harmful gesture, while both sides consider legal action and pole position is noted.
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Four Left In State Golf Race
Missouri Amateur Championship qualifiers after rounds four and five at Country Club of Missouri. Winners include Whitfield, Hollowell, Barnes, Boudrin, Goettel, Holtgrieve, Weston, with Hollowell, Boudrin, Goettel, and Holtgrieve advancing to the quarterfinals.
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Ledger Scoreboard Saturday and Sunday Games Summary
Major league scoreboard lists Saturday games including Montreal at Pittsburgh and Los Angeles at Cincinnati with multiple Sunday matchups across the leagues. Standings show key batting leaders such as Trillo Parker Mumphry and run producers Winfield Rose and Fisk with updated pitching wins and strikeout tallies. In the National League, note Parker and Griffiey top batting, Foster and Burroughs lead homers, and Taveras Cabell and Richards among stolen bases. American League leaders include Carew Fisk and Munson with robust run production and pitching marks. St. Louis reports a trade: Clarence Duren to the San Diego Chargers for a fourth-round 1978 NFL draft pick.
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Evert Edges Tracy Austin In Wimbledon Curtsy Showdown
In a dramatic third round at Wimbledon center court Chris Evert defeats 14 year old Tracy Austin 6-1 6-1 in a tense match that showcased Evert's poise and the rising star's braces and determination. The match drew 15 000 spectators with more watching outside.
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Wimbledon Celebrates A Century Of Elegant Tradition
In Wimbledon England AP describes the tournament as a female icon, “The Dowager Queen of Tennis Tournaments,” celebrating 100 years of ladies’ achievements. It lauds champions like Suzanne Lenglen Helen Wills Billie Jean King and Tracy Austin while noting grass courts white balls and enduring rituals.
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Rasmussen Five-Hitter Carries Cardinals Past Phillies 7-1
St Louis starter Eric Rasmussen earned his sixth win with a five hitter as the Cardinals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-1. Lou Brock set the pace with a leadoff steal, Tony Scott and Keith Hernandez delivered key run-scoring hits, and Ted Simmons drew a bases loaded walk to force in a run.
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Denny placed on NL 21-day DL after hamstring injuries
St Louis Cardinals pitcher John Denny was moved to the National League 21-day disabled list retroactive to Tuesday after suffering his second hamstring strain of the season. Team physician Dr. Stan London said the right hander, 24, will miss nearly three weeks.
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NHL Proposes Merger With WHA An 1977 78 Season Plan
The NHL ends three days of meetings by proposing a merger with the WHA effective for 1977 78. WHA teams Quebec New England Cincinnati Edmonton Houston Winnipeg may join a new division under NHL umbrella with interlocking Stanley Cup play. Birmingham possible. Negotiations continue July 13 in Toronto.
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Blues Purchase Fizzles as Builder Declines
ST LOUIS AP Negotations to buy the financially troubled Blues ended when Fred Kummer, head of a hospital builders group, said his firm would no longer pursue a purchase after failing to reach terms with creditors. Blues spokesman Jim Cullen called it the darkest day in team history and urged civic pride or a new buyer as negotiations with other interested groups continue.
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Army Reserve part-time job offers benefits
Ever wish you were still in the service The Army Reserve offers a part-time position with full-time benefits like low-cost life insurance PX privileges and credit toward military retirement pay Visit your nearest Army Reserve center today.
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