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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1976

Page

7

Graham leads Westchester Golf Classic at 131

Australian Dave Graham holds a four stroke edge at l-under-par 131 through 36 holes of the Westchester Golf Classic in Harrison New York. Carlton White and Mike Wynn trailed at seven-under 135, with legends North Watson and Palmer close at 136.

Harrison N.Y Dave Graham Graham Hollywood Fla Westchester Carlton White Mike Wynn White Larry Ziegler Wynn Andy North Tom Watson Arnold Palmer North Watson Palmer Jack Nicklaus Nicklaus Crosby

Rankin's 68 steals LPGA show in Columbus

Judy Rankin fired a four under par 68 to lead the LPGA Columbus Classic at Riviera Country Club in Columbus. She carried a one stroke edge over JoAnne Carner Sally Little and Roberta Albers as the second round opened after a rain delay. Rankin had survived a burglary that cost her $6000 in clothing jewelry and luggage at her hotel. Carner Little and Albers each posted four birdies and one bogey in three under rounds. 38 players finished at par or better.

Crenshaw Hubert Green Johnny Miller Jerry Pate Gary Player Columbus, Ohio Judy Rankin Riviera Country Club JoAnne Carner Sally Little Roberta Albers Baltimore

Knothole results across classes and teams

Knothole results list multiple leagues with scores. CLASS D minors include Little Red Machine First Natl Duff's Cafe and more. CLASS C minor features 8 D Morgan, Bob's Barbers, Middletown and Carroll's results. CLASS B majors show Armstrong 79ers and Midd Teachers, while CLASS B minors include $K Const and Hoerner Waldorf.

Little Red Machine Roberson Sorg Paper Duff’s Cafe Heber Jones Sportsmen’s Club Adkins Printing Denny Lumber Optimists Barons Elks D. Morgan Brown Singer Bob’s Barbers PK Middletown Aker’s J&e Root Beer Carroll’s Armco Credit Dobrozsi-Fox Urs-Printers Armstrong Barnitz Ellis McGraw Midd Triasco Baker's Funeral Cassano’s Hoerner Waldorf

Giants place Derrel Thomas on 15 day DL

The San Francisco Giants placed second baseman Derrel Thomas on the 15 day disabled list with a sore thigh muscle and recalled infielder Bruce Miller from Phoenix of the Pacific Coast League.

San Francisco San Francisco Giants Derrel Thomas Bruce Miller Phoenix Thomas Giants

Latonia Race Card Summary

Daily horse racing notes from Latonia feature multiple races with exact payouts for top finishers and a quinella, including 1st race Abbey’s Dream of Kodies and 2nd race April’s Shine, plus detailed entries for 6th and 9th races and a long list of entrants across all 9 races.

Abbey Shine Lillian Jester Oe Rubben Cribbett Mr. Baron Idealistic Donna C. Direct Cee Ashiawn Quinella Countess Jean Egor Linda Pace Indiana Charmer Frank Dazzelway Norma Creed Miss Bull Tar Honorable Miss Jan Almahurst Kitten Abbe Betta Knight Frost Widower Race To Knight Peggy Lee Art Tricky Clay Lady McQueen Purdue D’s Rush Counsel Easy Christine Mimi Direct Shanty Queen's Honey Lincoln D. Judy Ima Dilly Angel Crystal Miss Pattie Travis O’key Windale Jo Anna Jay P True Dawn Mighty Don Centurion Knight Billdog Mack Metewood Ann Bossa Nova Macdean Frisco Shiloh Jeff Hideaway Hobo Gipsy Senator Steady Bluegrass Steppin High Mr. Chips Sunday Jim Carl Miss Ozzie Baby Paula Brady Sampson Sea Rocket Mitey Omar Pappy’s Pride Little John B Craig Dream Playboy Super Knox Titan Bahama Special Chick Get Lucky Naughty Willie True Gait Rival Prove Out Comma Super Buck Sammy Way Dee’s Knight Boozer Byrd Miracle Teddy Little Starbuck Lem Tar Mite Knight Blaze Cheaten Brad Turner Queen Poppin Fresh Tar Hanover Miracle Lisa Melody Senator C.L. Major Roman Chief Merry Girl

Expectant mom Gail Clayton wins Ohio golf title

Gail Clayton, defending champion and pregnant, won the 1976 Ohio State Women's Golf Tournament at Youngstown Country Club. She defeated Kay Kennedy 2 up after 36 holes in a final delayed by heavy rain, coming from behind with a 10-foot birdie to seal the victory.

Youngstown Ohio Gail Clayton Clayton Youngstown Country Club Kay Kennedy Dayton Miss Kent

Bengals star Sherman White seeks trade after late camp start

Sherman White, a veteran defensive end for the Cincinnati Bengals, says he wants a trade and will not accept being treated as “just another player.” He arrived to Wilmington College camp two days late to avoid losing pay and criticizes Paul Brown’s system for hindering his progress. White complains he has not received recognition for strong play and plans to leave if traded, citing discomfort with his role and the team’s approach.

Wilmington, Ohio Sherman White Cincinnati Bengals White Bengals Oakland Paul Brown Brown Green Bay Wilmington College Sherman University of California Coy Bacon San Diego

Metcalfe wins Ohio Amateur after wedding celebration

Taylor Metcalfe, a 26 year old from Cincinnati who wed in May, captures the Ohio Amateur with a 287 total after a final 1 under par 71. Eli Geottman, 17 from Springfield, charges to 290 while Glenn Apple and Craig Carsons tie for third at 291. Paul Spadafora and Mike McGee finish 296 and 300 respectively.

Taylor Metcalfe Eli Geottman Springfield Glenn Apple Olmstead Falls Craig Carsons Columbus Metcalfe Cincinnati Paul Spadafora Middletown

Racing Roundup Dominates Weekend at Tri County Speedway

The Tri County Speedway in West Chester faces leadership turmoil as Bill Redwine reassumes control amid foreclosure threats but pledges a full program of late models and super flyers with time trials at 7 p.m. and racing at 8 p.m. The Edgewater Raceway Park hosts a NHRA Top Division showdown with 16 top runners and over $6,000 in prize money, plus other regional races at Kil-Kare and Eldora Speedway with similar trial and race times.

Tri-County Speedway West Chester Romoter Bill Redwine Woody Fisher Fisher John Marcum Auto Racing Club of America ARCA Marcum Redwine Edgewater Raceway Park National Hot Rod Association Eldora Speedway Rossburg

Church Softball Scores From Elk Creek and Nearby Clubs

Local church softball results show CHURCH RED beating Midd First Baptist 11 to 6, Franklin Baptist 14 over Tytus Ave 9, Hillcrest Baptist 7 over Grace Franklin Baptist 18 to 5, and CHURCH BLUE defeating F.U.M. 6 Zion Lutheran 2. Ridgecrest CG 8 beat Christian Assembly 2 while Latter Day Saints 11 outs Grace Teens 10. Calvary Baptist 14 over Church of Ascension 13 Elk Creek 10, Hillcrest 5. Calvary 19, Latter Day Saints 4.

RED Elk Creek Baptist Midd First Baptist Franklin Baptist Tytus Ave Hillcrest Baptist Grace Baptist Grace Blue F.U.M Zion Lutheran Ridgecrest Christian Assembly Latter Day Saints Grace Teens Calvary Baptist Church of Ascension Elk Creek Hillcrest Calvary

Cavaliers Sign No 1 Draft Choice Chuckie Williams

The Cleveland Cavaliers announce the signing of No 1 pick Chuckie Williams a 6 foot 3 inch 180 pound Kansas State star after a Coliseum news conference. Coach Bill Fitch preserves a perfect draft signing record with this move.

Richfield Ohio Cleveland Cavaliers Chuckie Williams Bill Fitch Kansas State

Wire to wire win at Scioto Downs featured race

Highmark led from the start to win by 11 lengths at Scioto Downs on Friday night. The mile was trotted in 2 1 3 5 and returned payoffs of 3.20, 2.60, and 2.40. Moonlight Music paid 6 and 3.20 for second and Rocktown 2.80 for show. The 8 2 daily double Blue Ribbon King and Hi Billie B. paid 36.30.

Columbus, Ohio Highmark Scioto Downs Moonlight Music Rocktown Blue Ribbon King Hi Billie B

Browns rookie Mack Mitchell on and off field

Mack Mitchell the 6 foot 7 inch 260 pound defensive end for the Cleveland Browns blends a warm, articulate demeanor with imposing size. The 1975 rookie from the University of Houston helped the Browns post a 3-11 season improve in fits and starts as coach Forrest Gregg pushes the unit in camp at Kent State University ahead of scrimmages and further roster cuts.

Kent Ohio Mack Mitchell Cleveland Browns Mitchell University of Houston Browns Cincinnati Forrest Gregg Kent State University Gregg Tony Peters

Post 231 breaks six-week losing streak with 5-1 win

American Legion Post 231 halted a 20-game skid by defeating Cleveland Euclid 5-1. Pete Jones had three hits and two runs scored, while Scott Wells earned his first win of the season. Post 231 faces Sidney in a Sunday doubleheader at Smith Park at 2 p.m.

American Legion Post 231 Cleveland Euclid Pete Jones Scott Wells Post 231 Sidney Smith Park

Gilliam Cut by Saints After Brief Tryout

Veron Beach Florida AP Joe Gilliam a talented but troubled quarterback was cut by the New Orleans Saints after a short tryout marred by two long absences from practice. His pro future remains in doubt after being passed over by 14 NFL teams last month following a Steelers waiver.

Veron Beach Fila Joe Gilliam Qarterback Gilliam New Orleans Saints Pittsburgh Steelers

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