Miller Shares Masters Lead After Bold Overnight Change
Johnny Miller recovers from a late grip change to shoot 69 at Augusta, tying Greg Norman Lon Hinkle and Curtis Strange for the first round lead. Twelve three-under par notes, with Nicklaus and Watson close behind. The field narrows to the low 44 and ties by day two, with CBS carrying the weekend rounds.
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Jerry Pate
Gibby Gilbert
Don Pooley
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Palmer Holtgrieve pairing at Masters offers contrast and pressure
At Augusta National Arnold Palmer 51 faced Jim Holtgrieve 33, first Masters pairing for Holtgrieve who sought fun while Palmer battled time. Palmer shot 75 after a birdie at No 12, but bogeyed No 13 in Rae's Creek miscue. Holtgrieve finished 70, saying the crowd nerves faded into focus. Palmer lamented bad shots while praising Holtgrieve’s composure and potential pros prospects.
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Fairy Tale Slam Lifts Murcer In Yankee Opener At Home
In front of a record 55,123 at Yankee Stadium, veteran Bobby Murcer delivered a pinch hit grand slam in the seventh inning as the Yankees beat the Rangers 10-3 in their opening day. The crowd showered Murcer with support amid roster questions with Reggie Jackson on the disabled list and uncertainty about his future.
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Trail Leads To Ottawa Master Rod Craftsman’s 60 Years
Beryl Ross of Ottawa, a renowned Master Rod Craftsman, celebrates 60 years of rod making since starting at age 17. The interview recalls his early work with Dr. Lewis Gilly, self made fly tying vise, and a handmade jewelry of tools including a walnut vise and brass screw from a 1912 Abbot Detroit. He also contributed to Boy Scouts as a longtime scout master, gifting a custom hunting knife.
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Outdoor Trails Hooks and Rod Craft by Beryl Berg
Outdoor Trails highlights rare hooks and molds from Beryl Berg crafted for anglers. It notes handmade spinners, crappie jigs, and weed guards, plus his wood and aircraft aluminum rod wrapping tool, rod finishes, and walnut handles. Berg’s fiberglass and graphite rods sell coastally from $35 to $165, with unique fiddle back walnut and epoxy finishes.
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Kings seek win without Ford in pivotal Western semifinal
Kansas City prepares for a decisive game against Phoenix as eye injury sidelines Phil Ford. Otis Birdsong is out with an ankle sprain, leaving Ernie Grunfeld to join Scott Wedman and Reggie King in a slowed pace lineup. Kansas City hopes to defend Kemper Arena after three road playoff wins.
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Royals Face Top AL Pitcher In '80 Opener
Baltimore Orioles open the AL season against defending champion Kansas City Royals with Steve Stone facing Larry Gura. A record opening day crowd of over 52,000 was anticipated at Baltimore. Manager Earl Weaver praised his pitching staff and discussed expectations, while Jose Morales debuted as designated hitter. Stone commented on facing George Brett and managing walks to limit the slugger.
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George Brett
Valenzuela Debuts as Dodgers Rookie Openers Win 2-0
Fernando Valenzuela, a 20-year-old left hander from Sonora Mexico, became the Dodgers first rookie opener in 24 years. He pitched a five hit shutout against the Houston Astros, striking out five and walking two, earning a 2-0 victory as Jerry Reuss was sidelined by a calf strain.
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Ottawa High track teams set for Blue Valley Relays
Ottawa High both boys and girls track teams will compete at the Blue Valley Relays at BV High School near Stanley. The meet starts at 9 a.m. with preliminaries and scattered finals. Track finals begin at 10 45 with the girls 2 mile run.
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