Royals struggle as lead narrows in AL West
KC skipper Whitey Herzog expressed worry after a 3-2 loss to Detroit, the Royals fifth defeat in seven games. Kansas City produced nine hits but failed to score consistently, with slugger John Mayberry mired in an 0-for-19 slump despite a ninth inning single.
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Oklahoma Optometrist Leads PGA at Congressional
Nicklaus watches as Gil Morgan, an Oklahoma optometrist, shoots a two under 68 after a 66 first round to lead the PGA Championship at Congressional. Tom Kite trails with 138, while Weiskopf and others chase Morgan as the field tightens toward weekend play.
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DU Offer Lures Away Troubled Wettersten
The State Forestry Fish and Game Commission searches for a new director after Richard Wettersten resigns to join Ducks Unlimited in Minnesota. Wettersten states the move was a strong offer from a great organization and cites no link between discontent and his decision. The commission plans advertising and interviews for the replacement.
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Hays Legion Champs Surprise Everyone
Hays Kansas coach John Bollig led his Legion team to the state tournament title after beating Salina and defeating Manhattan for the 5-2 victory. The champions advance to the seven state regional tournament in Hastings Nebraska starting August 6, with their first game against the South Dakota winner on August 25. Bollig, in his first year as coach, expects tough regional competition and plans to coach the squad after closing his barber shop for the trip.
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Coaches Needed for Local Midget League Football
Ottawa Recreation Commission director Steve Queen invites interest from potential coaches. Call 242-1939 as soon as possible to volunteer.
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Matuszak Disputes Charges
Kansas City defensive end John Matuszak disputes marijuana possession allegations in Tampa while facing a pending careless driving case. He denies involvement, notes a car change and sale, and mentions a peace bond over a prior assault incident in Kansas City.
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Uniform Check-In Drives Midget and Junior League
All Midget and Junior League baseball players who have not turned in their uniforms must return them between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Youth Center before next Wednesday.
Ottawans Sent To Play Baseball In College Next Seasons
Three or four local American Legion A team players will pursue college baseball this fall or spring. Kent Ramsey, 1976 leading hitter, accepted by Kansas State University on a no cut basis with potential scholarship next year. Dave Thornbrugh, runner up in batting, also expected to try out for K State. Rod Schaub will play at Iola JC and Steve Pegram at Independence JC, with Pegram playing football this fall and likely baseball next spring.
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Unhappy NL Bosses To Meet
ST LOUIS AP August A Busch Jr, president of the St Louis Cardinals, will host a six member committee Wednesday to study National League problems. He urged league owners at the Phoenix meetings to oust NL president Feeney and chief negotiator Gaherin after the committee was formed.
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RaidersJets Preseason Blowout Highlights Madden Doubts
New York Jets fall 41 17 to Oakland as Kenny Stabler leads the Raiders with strong first half, while Jets rookie Richard Todd passes for 224 yards. Saints top Bills 21 14 behind Bobby Scott as Buffalo stalled in three exhibitions.
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Plager Named Player Coach for Blues Kansas City CHL Team
Bar clay Plager, 35, was named player coach of the Blues new Kansas City team in the Central Hockey League. A nine year NHL veteran with four All Star selections and a 22 year captaincy in St. Louis, the club becomes the Blues farm team after dropping Providence from the American Hockey League.
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Ottawa Women S Golf Association Club Tournament Preview
The Ottawa Women s Golf Association sets Aug 17 to 19 at Ottawa Country Club for a three flight event. Championship and A flights play 18 hole match play starting Aug 17 at 8 30 am and 9 am respectively, while B flight plays nine holes with morning coffee service.
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City Schedule Mimed Volleyball Night
Wednesday 4:30 Misfits vs Comets at Court 1 Oddballs vs Wallys Heroes 7:30 Court 1 Richmond Raiders vs King R Chapter 2 Internationals vs ORC Infant swimming lessons Monday to Friday 10:00 to 3 year olds 10-4 months on individual basis.
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