State Fishing Contest at Lake Pomona in September
The fifth annual Kansas state fishing contest will be Sept 10-11 at Lake Pomona with championships in four categories for individuals and married couples. Entry is $10 per organization, with two entries per division, and points awarded by length over minimums for species such as black bass and northern pike. Kansas Wildlife Federation provides boats. minimum boat length is 14 feet.
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Rookie Free Agent Joins Detroit's Defensive Wall
DETROIT AP The Lions plan to replace injured captain Alex Karras with 22-year-old rookie Jim Edgerly, a 235-pound free agent from New Mexico State, in tonight's NFL exhibition against the St. Louis Cardinals. Edgerly was chosen by coach Harry Gilmer to bolster the defensive line as Karras heals a bruised knee suffered in last Saturday's 6-6 tie with Minnesota.
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Boyer Helped Spawn A New Breed Of Young Pitchers
Cloyd Boyer, brother of Ken and Clete Boyer, had a modest five year major league career but is cited as a factor behind a surge of young pitchers like Denny McLain Jim Palmer Woody Fryman and Don Sutton. Minor league coaching and winter programs are highlighted as key to early development.
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Baseball Scoreboard National League and A L standings snapshot
The latest standings show Pittsburgh leading the National League with a .589 win percentage, followed by San Francisco and Los Angeles. Philadelphia and St. Louis also post strong records as Cincinnati and Atlanta chase playoff positions amid rain delays and postponed games.
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Nicklaus Sees Self as Better Player Yet Older
Jack Nicklaus, 26, says he played better earlier in his career but is now more experienced and a stronger scorer. He returns to defend his Thunderbird Classic title at Upper Montclair, aiming to improve after a 70 in pro-am. Bets on par 72 course. field of 122 pros and one amateur.
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Tovar Saves Twins In Relief Role In 20 Victory
Cesar Tovar, versatile Venezuelan, earned his first relief win for Minnesota by leaving left field to close out California. Rollins and Killebrew homered as the Twins blanked the Angels 20. Grant pitched eight strong innings, aiding a second straight shutout. Other AL results followed with Baltimore, Chicago, Boston, and Washington winning. NL scores included Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Philadelphia, while several games were rained out.
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El Dorado Wins Kansas Legion Baseball Title
El Dorado defeated Topeka 8-2 in Chanute to capture the Kansas State American Legion Baseball Tournament crown. The victory advances El Dorado to the regional meet beginning August 18 in Bismarck North Dakota.
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WSU Wins On Tour in Argentina Narrow Victory
Wichita State beat Mendoza Federation All-Stars 61 to 58 on Tuesday night in Mendoza Argentina. Guard Jesse Pinson led with late baskets as the visitors held off a late rally. The win improved WSU’s on tour record and showcased their depth against a tough regional foe.
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New NFL Entry Works Hard Young Falcons Mean Business
Black Mountain AP The Atlanta Falcons new in the NFL show conditioning and grit in an exhibition loss to the Eagles. Norb Hecker enforces a Packers style system, trimming roster and rotating players from rookies to veterans as he builds the squad. Tommy Nobis Nick Rassas and Ken Reaves are among newcomers pushing for regular roles amid ongoing position changes.
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Many Tributes Held For Charlie Dressen
Detroit mourns Charlie Dressen death at 67 after multiple hospitalizations from heart trouble. Tigers officials praise his deep knowledge and enthusiasm as memorial plans form in Detroit and Glendale, with players to wear black armbands and attend services.
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