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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1973
Page
8
The piece surveys safety concerns after rain delays and crashes at the Indianapolis 500, noting calls to strengthen safeguards while arguing heavy risk is inherent. It mentions roll bars, a wider start, and burns protection as likely improvements, then shifts to Secretariat’s Triple Crown bid and a sports camp at Lorain County Community College.
The New York Mets ongoing injury woes deepen as Bud Harrelson fractures a bone in his left hand during a 5-0 loss to Cincinnati. Cleon Jones Jerry Grote are also on the disabled list while John Milner and Willie Mays have been recently moved off the list. The Mets dropped their fifth straight, now 2-8 for Jon Matlack, who has not won since April 28.
Cleveland Indians General Manager Phil Sephi says the club lacks confidence after a disastrous road trip leaving them in last place in the American League East. He urges patience and belief as they open a 15 game home stand hosting the Minnesota Twins with Dick Bosman facing Dick Woodson. Manager Ken Aspromonte discusses bullpen issues amid Jerry Johnson’s potential return from a shoulder strain.
Wellington recognizes Wellington High School students for achievements in baseball tennis track and golf during the annual event highlighting standout performers and school programs.
Former Elyria High and Lorain County CC coach Frank C Fiore will run a two session wrestling camp on Route 37 in Lorain County this summer. Sessions July 16 21 and July 23 28 run 9 11 am for beginners and intermediates and 7 9 pm for advanced wrestlers. The camp costs 30 for one week 50 for both. Notable coaches include Sergio Gonzales Dan Ternes and Tom Ternes with Fiore’s extensive Ohio wrestling credentials.
Serge Bernier a 26 year old right wing signs a three year contract with the Quebec Nordiques of the WHA. Bernier tallied 22 goals and 46 assists for 68 points last season with the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL.
At the New London spring sports banquet at the high school, track, baseball, golf and tennis honors were awarded. Bobby Williams topped track awards, with Mark Hardesty as field performer and Mark Killgrove as most dedicated, plus Hert Gregory received the Record Breaker Award. Several players earned year awards and others took base ball and golf honors, while Terry Knudsen earned a Hoosier Club scholarship to Oral Roberts University. Bobby Williams will receive a track state meet certificate later.
Major League standings show San Francisco, Houston, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, and New York with game results. Scheduled Monday night games include Los Angeles at Chicago, Atlanta at Montreal, San Francisco at Pittsburgh, San Diego at St. Louis, and Philadelphia at Houston with 8 to 8:30 p.m. starts.
Monday results show Boston defeating Kansas City and Milwaukee beating Oakland. Probable pitchers listed include Woodson, Bosman, Short, Hamilton, Perry, Mand, Sletemyre, Siebert, Cuear, Pattin, Drago, Mill, and Baltinore among others with various times and venues for games in Cleveland Oakland Boston and beyond.
The First Annual Avon Open will be held Saturday June 23 at Bob-O Link Golf Course Avon. Entry is seven dollars for 11 holes with trophies prizes and refreshments. A Haig Ultra golf set and bag will be raffled. Sponsor is Avon Athletic Boosters Club. Tee times call Bill Bommer at 934 4510.
Entries are now being accepted for the Kohlmeyer Tournament to be held at Echo Valley Golf Course on June 24. Contact Roy Lewis at 486 Oliver Dr or call 365 4417 to enter.
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