Santo Extends Cubs Hit Streak in Darkened Win
Chicago Cubs star Ron Santo extended the majors leading 27 game hit streak with a decisive seventh inning single against Don Cardwell as darkness halted game two at Wrigley Field. Santo, wearing a protective cheek shield after a prior injury, collected a key hit that scored Beckett and preserved the Cubs’ late rally.
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Former carpenter wins Firecracker 400 at Daytona Beach
Sam McQuagg of Columbus Georgia, in a 1966 Dodge Charger, dominates the 160 lap Firecracker 400 at Daytona International Speedway. He leads 132 laps to capture the $15,500 prize, finishing 28 seconds ahead of Carl Dieringer. Lee Roy Yarbrough led early but broke with 83 miles remaining. Dieringer nets $8,970 and Paschal $6,055 for third.
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320 096 Jam Major Tracks
The Fourth of July holiday drew 320,096 bettors across 18 major tracks, wagering a total of 24,214,152 dollars. Hollywood Park led attendance with 56,752 and 4,537,543 dollars, while Aqueduct saw 44,425 bettors wagering 3,957,965. Last year’s July 4 handle topped 5 million at both Hollywood Park and the Big A.
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National League standings and results brief
National League scoreboard shows San Francisco leading with 50 wins while Pittsburgh trails at 46 and Los Angeles has 43. Monday results include Pittsburgh 7 Chicago 4 in game one while St Louis beat San Francisco 6 2. LA edged Cincinnati 2 1. Atlanta defeated Houston 3 2. Upcoming: New York visits Philadelphia. Pittsburgh to Chicago. Atlanta at Houston. Cincinnati at Los Angeles. St Louis at San Francisco.
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Baseball Standings and Schedule Summary
The American League standings show Baltimore leading with 55 wins and 26 losses, Detroit 46-31, Cleveland 45-32, and California 42-37. Upcoming games include Chicago at Washington and Boston at New York, with several cross-division matchups and night doubleheaders noted.
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Building to Begin Madison West Central HQ in Black River Falls
Ceremonies will mark the start of construction on the $183 000 West Central Area Headquarters for the Conservation Department at Black River Falls. The event is set for Thursday July 7 at 10 a.m. in the area.
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Sharon Huffman Sparks Triumph in Softball Action
Sharon Huffman powered the Jets with a single double and a home run to beat the Spartans at Twining Park. Debbie Holmes delivered a bases loaded single in the sixth to put the Jets ahead for good while Debbie Smith led the Spartans with a triple. Huffman earned the win. Nancy Norton took the loss.
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Drag Strip Driver Loses Legs After Crash
Richlands Virginia. Doug Rose longtime Milwaukee drag strip driver had both legs amputated after his jet powered Green Monster struck a guard rail at Cedar Hill Raceway. Rose had reached 221.5 mph Sunday and was traveling about 100 mph Monday when the car fishtailed and hit a rail beyond the finish line. Hospital spokesman said he is in good condition.
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Yankees edge White Sox behind Peterson in second game
Fritz Peterson of New York pitched 7 1 3 innings of perfect ball and earned a two hit win as the Yankees defeated Chicago 5 2 in the second game of a doubleheader. Dick Green of Kansas City drove in five runs with a homer and a single to lift the Athletics to a 9 6 victory over Baltimore.
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Classified Ads Offer Daily Problem Solving Help
A compact notice notes that daily problems can be solved through classified ads. It highlights practical tips, urging readers to use local listings to find quick guidance, tools, and services for common household and office challenges.
Hughes Suffers Pair of Losses in Twinbill
Hughes Mobile Homes of Monroe lost both ends of a Sunday doubleheader to Christenson's of Darlington at Recreation Park. In the opener Christenson's won 4 to 3 behind Mel Whiteside who allowed two hits and homered in the sixth. Monroe had two hits from Jerry Peterson and Don Witt. In game two Hughes fell 5 to 1 as Peterson took the loss after five hits. Hughes next travels to Edgerton for a Saturday twinbill.
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State sportsman and surgeon Er nest Miller dies of cancer
MILWAUKEE Dr. Er nest Miller 85 a surgeon and sportsman died Monday at his Shorewood home. A cancer victim and former president of the Wisconsin State Board of Medical Examiners he played football under Amos Alonzo Stagg at the University of Chicago and directed the Western Golf Association. He was past state senior golf champion and developed a double stage operation for bowel cancer and a hip setting method with wire. Survivors include his widow Donna and two daughters. Funeral services will be Wednesday.
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Winners Listed For Golf Match At Monroe Country Club
Jim Hendrickson beat Ralph Phillips 1 up in the men’s match play final at Monroe Country Club. Deb Share defeated Duke Etter 2 and 1 in the first flight. A flag tournament followed with results led by Lee Nipple and Joe Viney.
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Norm Nelson Wins Fifth Straight Late Model Race
Norm Nelson led from the start to win the 50 mile late model stock car race at Brown County Fair Grounds in 46:52.11 on the half mile dirt track. The Racine driver, in a 1966 Plymouth, finished ahead of Gary Bettenhausen and Billy Foster. it marked Nelsons fifth win in five starts this season.
Big Ten Awards Medal Winners Announced for 1966
CHICAGO The Conference Medal of Honor, the Big Ten's top award, was given to ten student athletes recognized for excellence in academics and athletics. Notable recipients include Jim Grabowski from Illinois, Paul Faust of Minnesota, and Dave Franek of Wisconsin, all for football.
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Kenosha Wins Two In Louisville Softball Invitational
Kenosha, Wisconsin, defeated Louisville 12 7 and Newport 14 9 on Monday in the Invitational S10 w pitch Softball Tournament in Louisville Kentucky.
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Braves Beat Houston 3-2 for Third Straight Win
The Atlanta Braves won their third consecutive game by defeating the Houston Astros 3-2 on Monday night, signaling a potential comeback or another stretch of tough play.
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Tebbetts Emphasizes Control After Heart Attack
Cleveland Indians manager George Birdie Tebbetts reflects on his past heart attack and his approach to pressure in a pennant race. He stays within rules, walks, and avoids heavy exertion while acknowledging his competitive, fiery nature from years as a player and coach. Birdie cites rivals and past brawls, noting only one winner per season despite his long managing career.
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Dream of 300 Wins Nears End for Robin Roberts
Robin Roberts, 39, on waivers as the Houston Astros contemplate life without him after a 1966 season marred by injuries and a 3-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves. Roberts, with 284 career wins and 242 losses, stood 16 victories shy of 300, a milestone he pursued since his 1948 Phillies debut and five All Star appearances.
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Packers Sign Three Rookies to Contracts
Green Bay Packers announce contracts for rookie guards Roy Schmidt and Ralph Wenzel and rookie flanker Jeff White. The NFL club confirmed the signings on Monday in Green Bay Wisconsin.
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Austrian Skier Karl Schranz Injured Training in Italy
Karl Schranz one of Austria's top skiers injured his right shoulder in a fall during a training session with the national team in Italy. He was sent home to St. Anton Austria for treatment and recovery.
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Johnson orders six month draft study in Texas
President Johnson directed a six month study of the military draft to improve fairness and effectiveness. The announcement emphasizes a broad review to assess current procedures and propose reforms.
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Wiota Ties for Lead With 12-0 Win Over Belleville
Wiota blanked Belleville 12-0 to fuse a tie for the Southern section second round title in the Home Talent Base Ball League. Jerry Schliem fanned 21 in a six hitter as Wiota posted nine wins in 10 league games, with Dave Carpenter leading the 12-hit attack with three singles and seven runs in the sixth. Blanchardville beat Ridgeway 14-6 as Read hit two triples and three singles and Martinson added four singles.
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Archer Predicted To Outpoint Griffith In July Title Bout
Former champion Mickey Walker predicts Joey Archer will outpoint world middleweight champion Emile Griffith in the July 13 title bout after watching Archer train Monday in Grossinger's New York.
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Public invited to ground breaking for Fish Hatchery
Madison announces ground breaking ceremonies for a new Conservation Department Fish Hatchery in Wild Rose. The event is Friday July 8 at 10 a.m. and the public is invited to attend.
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Monroe City opens bids for sidewalk repairs
Sidewalk notice states sidewalks must be kept in good repair and a city contractor will perform the work. Property owners may sign for this service at the City Clerk’s Office until 5 00 p m Monday July 18 1966 to allow interested residents to have sidewalks repaired by the city contractor.
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TV Nightline Highlights From 6:30 to 11:00 PM
A dense schedule lists many programs including Daktari Mother The Car Combat What's New Daisies Dr Kildare Peyton Place and McHale s Navy. Also note Lost In Space Batman Beverly Hillbillies Green Acres Top movies and reports with guest stars and sports references.
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This Day in History Highlights From 1935 to 1966
July 5 marks key events: Roosevelt signs Wagner Act shaping labor policy. P T Barnum born. Algiers occupied by France. Salvation Army founded. Vichy Britain split. Numfor invasion. Middle East tensions rise. USSR rejects test ban talks. Boumedienne installed in Algeria.
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