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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1974

Page

11

Mexico Bulldogs finish third in 3A state meet at Columbia

Ezell and Piper starred for Mexico, winning shot put and high jump as meet records. Charleston led early, edged by Waynesville for 3A title. Duncan added points in sprint events while a rain delay and fading light marked the afternoon.

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Chicago Gamble Fails, Redbirds Sweep Series

In St Louis, Ted Simmons lined Horacio Pina’s first pitch to right of Jose Cardenal as Bake McBride scored the go ahead run, giving the Cardinals a 6-5 win to sweep the Cubs in three games. Bob Gibson earned his 240th win, pitching 8 1 3 innings as St Louis snapped Chicago’s early barrage.

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How They Stand Baseball Scores and Upcoming Games

A chaotic recap lists scores from Saturdays games including Montreal 0-4 San Diego, Atlanta 0, New York 3 Philadelphia 1, Chicago 1-7 at New York, and Cincinnati 7 Pittsburgh 2. It also notes several upcoming matchups such as Montreal at Pittsburgh and Atlanta at San Francisco along with other listings and locations.

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Unclear Sports Card Outlines Mixed Scores and Pairings

Fragmentary notes from an American League box score page list teams and partial results. Mentions New York, Baltimore, Milwaukee, Cleveland, Detroit, Boston, and Philadelphia with scattered scores and upcoming games. Localized inconsistencies and garbled player names obscure full context.

Foyt Leads Indy 500 Field as Qualifying Ends In Turmoil

A.J. Foyt kept the pole position in a rain-delayed final Indy 500 qualifying session as 18 spots were filled. Protests over a potential 12th row and denied attempts to run four-lap qualifying prompted disputes with Speedway officials, while Rutherford, Hiss, and Dallenbach posted strong speeds among Saturday qualifiers.

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Surprising Flyers Win Stanley Cup for Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Flyers won the Stanley Cup with a 1-0 victory over the Boston Bruins to complete a best of seven series four games to two. Rick MacLeish redirected a drive from Andre Dupont for the goal as coach Fred Shero praised his hungry squad and noted they dominated at home throughout the playoffs.

Philadelphia Philadelphia Flyers National Hockey League Flyers Boston Bruins Fred Shero Bruins Rick MacLeish Andre Dupont Shero Philadelphia Phillies Chicago Black Hawks Atlanta Flames Rangers Boston Bobby Orr Orr Phil) Esposito Atlanta New York

Curl wins Colonial National Open in Fort Worth

Rod Curl shot 68 to win the $250,000 Colonial National Open by one stroke over Jack Nicklaus. JoAnne Carner captured the $5,000 Bluegrass Invitational with a sudden death victory over Sandra Spuzich. Cale Yarborough led in the Mason-Dixon 500 after Richard Petty blew an engine. Rod Laver defeated Marty Riessen 6-2 6-2 in the Alan King Tennis Classic final. Dan Topping, former Yankee owner, dies at 61 in Miami Beach.

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Little Current wins Preakness in 99th running upset

In a dramatic Pimlico finish seven lengths ahead, Little Current defeats Neapolitan Way after Cannonade led early and Destroyer, Silver Florin and Jolly John faded. The Kentucky Derby winner ends up second as the Belmont Stakes path opens with several contenders, including Cannonade and 1974 Derby runner-ups, eyeing the Triple Crown finale.

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Chicago Fire Sign Monroe City Man Monro City Player Signs

Marv Robinson, 22, a 195-pound running back from Northeast Missouri State, signed with the Chicago Fire of the World Football League. He rushed for 838 yards and eight touchdowns last season and was named to the second team all conference. He may also play wide receiver and reports to camp June 3 ahead of a July 10 season start.

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City Softball Schedule Mixed Night Matchups

City Softball features MONDAY dayceea versus Sellar Chapman at 6 30 p m Wetterau meets Mexico Rec at 7 30 p m and Mines plays Satanites at 12 30 a m in a compact evening card with four games listed for the league night.

World Cup title thrills Howe in Houston victory

Gordie Howe says winning the WHA World Cup with his two sons is the greatest thrill of his career as the Houston Aeros sweep the Chicago Cougars 6 2 to claim their first pro championship in 13 years. Murray Hall and Larry Lund lead Houston with multi goal output and four assists by Howe.

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Evolution of the oil filter and its impact on engines

The article recalls early oil filters as top mounted add ons. It notes mounting brackets and flexible lines that often fractured under vibration. Quick oil loss could cause rapid crankcase drainage and engine burnout, praising modern filter improvements and urging regular replacement.

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