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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1977

Page

10

Middies Edge Wildcats in tense Barnitz Stadium opener

Springfield South trailed early but Gordon’s Middletown Middies pulled ahead to a 74 7 victory as quarterback Jackie Gordon threw for 142 yards on 5 completions in 12 attempts and defensive stands shut down the Wildcats of Lowell Storm. Duane Banks sealed momentum with a key interception.

Lowell Storm Springfield South Wildcats Jack Gordon Middletown Middies Barnitz Stadium Storm Bob Dwyer James Day Doug Sickles Day Gordon Day Springfield Duane Banks Wildcat Heat Gordon Epengray

Fenwick Falcons Open 1977 Season At Monroe Stadium

The Fenwick Falcons under Coach Jerry Harkrader begin their 21st season by hosting Twin Valley South at Monroe Stadium in a 7:30 p.m. opener. Last year they finished 2 10 and seek a turnaround after injuries and a 20-8 loss to Twin Valley South. Harkrader has 171 wins in 20 seasons and Fenwick previously claimed Class A state titles in 1973 and 1974.

Fenwick Falcons Jerry Harkrader The Falcons Twin Valley South Monroe Stadium Harkrader Mnes Fenwick Preble Shawnee Ohio

Monroe, Walnut Hills Battle to 14-14 Tie in Penalty Plagued Opener

Monroe Hornets and Walnut Hills Eagles exchange penalties and fumbles as both sides struggle in a 14-14 opening night standoff. Terry Staton leads Monroe with about 150 rushing yards and junior Jay Day ties the game late with a one yard plunge after a late drive. Walnut Hills with quarterback Greg Coaston earns 79 passing yards while Monroe posts 227 rushing yards.

Tim Willis Monroe Walnut Hills Hornets Hornet Gene Rice Hermann Chanell Jeff Larry Chanell Mike Newman Ted Tomilson Eagles Larry Terry Staton Jay Day Staton Day Jim Hacker Greg Coaston Alton Howard Eagle Willard Stargel

Gallant Worker wins Latonia feature by a head

Gallant Worker wired the Latonia featured eighth race by a head in 1 43 3.5 for $3,900 with $18.40 $7.80 and $4.60 payouts. Nanty John finished second and Old Ironsides third. Jim Jungle Joy and Circus Act combined for a 7-4 double paying $30.40, as 4,764 spectators wagered $455,323.

Florence Latonia Nanty John Old Ironsides Jim Jungle Joy

Dodgers Surge past Reds as John wins 4-1

Tommy John improved to 18-5 with a nine hitter and Dusty Baker hit a three run homer to back a 4-1 Dodgers win that cut the magic number to eight. Fred Norman took the loss, Baker collected his 25th homer and 71st RBI, while Seaver was set to face Rau later.

Cincinnati Tommy John Dusty Baker Cincinnati Reds Baker John Los Angeles Dodgers Fred Norman Tommy Lasorda Sions Avanta Braves Tom Seaver Doug Rau

Baseball standings and weekend schedule update

The report lists American League East standings and scores, with teams such as New York Boston Detroit Cleveland and Toronto. notes Friday results including Baltimore over Cleveland and New York over Toronto, plus Saturday matchups featuring Detroit Boston Toronto New York Chicago California Milwaukee Oakland Cleveland Baltimore Kansas City Minnesota Texas Seattle and Seattle.

York Boston Detroit Toronto Chicago Texas Seattle Baltimore Cleveland New York Kansas City Minnesota Milwaukee Oakland California Wilcox Mase Clancy Hunter Wood Tanana Sorenson Oaklang Blue Clevelana Watts Flanagan Splittors Goltz Alexander Moret Mitchell Kekich

Phillies ride Veterans Stadium surge behind Carlton win

Steve Carlton overcame a back issue to notch an 11-4 victory over the St Louis Cardinals at Veterans Stadium. Greg Luzinski drove in five with two homers, including a two-run shot in the first inning, as Philadelphia improved to 53 15 at home and 21st season win. Other NL scores included Dodgers over Reds 4-1 and Expos 2-1 over Pirates. Carlton recently signed a four year deal through 1981.

Steve Carlton Veterans Stadium Philadelphia Phillies St Louis Cardinals Phillies Carlton Los Angeles Dodgers Cincinnati Reds Montreal Expos Pittsburgh Pirates Atlanta Braves San Diego Padres Houston Astros San Francisco Giants Chicago Cubs New York Mets Greg Luzinski Luzinski Philadelphia Carlton Ilier Boston Detroit Baltimore Cleveland Kansas City Minnesota Seattle Texas Milwaukee Oakland Chicago California

Bengals seek Anderson spark as Bears face lineup changes

Cincinnati, riding a four game win streak after an opener loss, eyes a positive against Chicago with Ken Anderson under pressure after a poor showing. Chicago must replace injured Lionel Antoine and decide between Avellini and Phipps at quarterback as Wally Chambers works back from injuries.

Bengals Bears Ken Anderson Minnesota Lionel Antoine Jack Pardee Bob Avellini Mike Phipps Cleveland Pardee Detroit Cincinnati Avellini Phipps Jerry Anderson Marvin Cobb Chicago Wally Chambers Chambers

Butler Belle Scramble crowns Middletown team in playoffs

The 4-lady Middletown team of Mrs Vic Carpenter Mrs Morris Johnston Mrs Bruce Thomas and Mrs Paul Smith won first prize in a sudden death playoff on the first extra hole of the Butler Belle Scramble at Weatherwax yesterday. The losing team was also from Middletown. The tourney benefited Planned Parenthood of Butler County with Mrs George Drew as tourney chairwoman.

Vic Carpenter Morris Johnston Bruce Thomas Paul Smith Middletown Weatherwax Ward Browning Robert Arthur Robert Richardson J.O. Miller Planned Parenthood Butler County George Drew

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