Williams declines quitting as Senators struggle
Washington manager Ted Williams says he has no plans to quit with the Senators despite a last place AL East position 18 games behind the Orioles. He cites fishing camp temptations but vows to finish the year, reflecting on a difficult season after returning from retirement.
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Panher earns sixth win for Iowa in Evansville outing
Panther posts his sixth win in nine decisions after seven innings of work in a 4-2 Iowa victory at Evansville. Teammate Don Stanhose, also in Evansville, won his sixth of seven starts as Iowa trails Indianapolis by three games in the AA East.
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Hair is the mark of strength at Seattle NCAA meet
The NCAA track and field meet in Seattle featured strongmen with notable hair. Kansas' Karl Salb and Fred DeBernardi were among discus throwers recognized for their look as they competed over the weekend.
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Gorman Eyes Pick Up Win At Wimbledon Second Round
American Tom Gorman from Seattle advances to a second round match against Ezio Di Matteo of Italy as sun dries the grass at Wimbledon. Gorman previously defeated eighth seed Cliff Drysdale of South Africa and seeks another upset on center court in England.
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Five Jackson County YMCA Swimmers Shine at St Louis Meet
Five Jackson County YMCA swimmers at the St Louis Invitational held at Marquette Pool posted top finishes. Mary Maxwell won the 55 yard backstroke and placed in three other events in the eight and under girls division. Weldon, Mansfield, Goss, and Isbell also earned multiple seconds, thirds, and a sixth in various 55 and 110 yard races across 10 and under to Open divisions. Relay teams finished fourth, fifth, and three sixth place finishes for the Jacksoners.
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Donna Caponi Aims For Third Straight U S Open Title
Donna Caponi seeks her third consecutive U S Women's Open championship at Kahkwa Club in Erie Pennsylvania. The 72 hole event offers $33,000 total prize money with a $5,000 first prize and begins Thursday as Caponi pursues a record extending two straight victories.
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Major League Standings and Thursday Schedule
Major League standings and Thursday games listed by city. California at Milwaukee Oakland at Minnesota Baltimore at Washington Detroit at Cleveland night. Wednesday games include Cubs at Giants and Mets at Pirates with night matches noted.
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Ryun and Sylvester Skip National AAU Track Meet
Nearly 650 entries have been received for the National AAU track and field championships in Eugene Oregon This weekend two stars will not compete Jim Ryun world mile record holder cited hay fever as the reason while Jay Sylvester discus record holder is reported to be in Europe Ryun recently moved to Eugene from Kansas and has battled high pollen counts all spring in the area.
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Orioles Add A Wing To Rotation With Grant Jackson Start
Grant Jackson and Tom Dukes combined for a seven hit shutout as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Washington Senators 2-0 to split a two night doubleheader after Washington won the first game 8-6. The night also featured several AL results with Minnesota, Chicago, Detroit, and Cleveland posting wins in varied fashion.
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Sox
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Yankees
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Tigers report sell out for 1971 All-Star game
Detroit Tigers officials say orders for tickets to the July 13 All-Star game at Tiger Stadium have surpassed available supply and any further requests will be returned. The game is set for July 13 at Tiger Stadium.
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