Kentucky Beats Maravich As He Catches Oscar Robertson
LSU star Pete Maravich scored 55 points to move within 69 of the all time scoring mark as Kentucky defeated LSU 109-96. Dan Issel led the Wildcats with 35 points and Kentucky extended its winning streak to 14 games. UCLA St Bonaventure and New Mexico State posted notable wins while upsets by St Marys of Texas and Oklahoma State over Colorado highlighted the night.
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New Mexico State
Texas-El Paso
Marquette
Xavier
Houston
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Texas
Oklahoma State
Colorado
Boulder
Colo
Jeff Smith
Rick Cobb
Heavy Snow Paralyzes Washington Area Roads
Eight inches of snow crippled the Washington area leaving highways 100 percent snow packed and snarling traffic on city streets. Practically all avenues were closed, creating widespread disruption and commuting delays across the region.
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Aan
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Hawkeyes set to face Hoosiers after strong win
Iowa coach Ralph Miller warned Indiana remains dangerous despite a slump as the Hawkeyes prepare for the next game in Iowa City. Iowa aims for a sixth straight win after a 96-68 rout of Tennessee Tech, with five starters in double figures led by Calabria 25 Johnson 19 Vidnovic 18. Rebounds topped 46-38 and bench depth flowed.
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Keino breaks mile mark at Philadelphia Track Classic
Kip Keino of Kenya wins the mile in a meet record 4 00.6 at the Philadelphia Track Classic before 7100 spectators. Luzins 880, McGrady 600, Plachy 1000, Davis high jump 6 10, Williamson pole vault 16 74, Hall tied high hurdles, Toussaint upsets Manning in the women's half mile with 2 05.1.
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West eighth graders fall to Iowa City West 51 16
Washington eighth graders were downed 51 16 by Iowa City West Saturday morning with six forfeits contributing to the margin. The locals, now 2 3, head to Keokuk for another meet. Coach Cy Robinson fielded ten varsity bouts, four reserves, and an exhibition.
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Griffeth
Dale Yrok
Mellecker
Ron Rich
Wilson
Tom Knerr
Rogers
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Lucas
Mid-Prairie Girls Rally to Defeat Waco 56 43
Mid-Prairie’s girls basketball team came from behind in the second half to beat Waco 56 to 43 at Wellman. After a 12 12 opening tie, Waco led 26 24 at halftime, then Mid Prairie edged ahead 43 34 entering the final period. Cathy Meyer scored 20 for Waco, while Karen Miller led the winners with 19 and Jeanelle Miller added 18 with Judy Hochstetler 16.
Demon Wrestlers Host Winfield in Local Dual Meet
Washington High School hosts Winfield in a wrestling dual in the local gym tonight. Junior varsity begins at 6 30 p m as a tune up for the Southeast Seven Conference meet at Fort Madison on Saturday January 31. Varsity action follows immediately.
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Yancey Wins Crosby Pro-Am After Diet Start
In Pebble Beach Bert Yancey edged Jack Nicklaus to win the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am after starting a diet a month earlier. Yancey shot a final round 69 to finish 72 holes at 10 under par 278 as Nicklaus challenged late. The story notes the dieting trend among pros and its supposed link to recent victories.
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Demon frosh edge Mid-Prairie in 70 68 thriller
The Washington Demon freshmen defeated Mid-Prairie 70 to 68 at Wellman to snap a 22 game road losing streak. Demons led 37-33 at halftime, trailed briefly in the third before shooting 60 percent to seize a late lead and secure the win.
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Bill Bordwell
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Highland Wrestlers Fall to Sigourney in Close Meet
Highland High School dropped a 31 to 16 decision to Sigourney in a Saturday night clash. Coach Curtis praised the squad’s effort against a highly ranked Sigourney, with several weight class results listed and a JV tie 13 all. Highland to host New London Thursday evening.
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Yoder
Sheetz
Dean Corpman
Webb
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Andy Colthurst
New London
Bucks Dominate Hawks 131 116 Behind Robinson Alcindor
Milwaukee outscored Atlanta 131 to 116 as Oscar Robinson poured in 33 and Lew Alcindor 31. The Bucks, climbing near the East leaders, surged past the Western Division leaders and widened the margin in the late season race. Joe Caldwell led Atlanta with 22. Other NBA results included New York 102 Boston 96 and Chicago 120 Detroit 111.
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Ray Scott
Highland split with New London in SE Iowa bruising double bill
In Riverside Iowa Highland Huskies split a Friday twin bill with New London. The girls fell 36 to 34 as Highland trailed most of the game and were held to 4 points in the final period. Diane Waldschmidt and Kathy Walker each scored 20 for Highland. The boys won 67 to 61 after a tight finish, Jim Herdlicka pouring in 21 points and Ed Staley adding 12. New London’s Patterson had 18 and Dustman 17. Highland next plays Winfield Mount Union Tuesday.
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Winfield Mount Union
Willows Supper Club Wins Pin Queen League
Women’s Bowling Pin Queen League results show Willows Supper Club defeating Washington Abstract Co 58 51. Standouts include high team scores Willows 2097, Miller’s 2061 with team games 776 and 718. Individual leaders Kay Lister 562 and 245, Lucy Smith 552 and 216.
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Ross Rejects
Washington
Sitler’s Auto Parts
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Miller’s Welding
Stanley Home Products
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Drake Beats Louisville 86 75 In Upset Showdown
United Press International reports Drake coach Maurr y John called the 86 75 victory over Louisville their finest performance of the year. He praised disciplined offense and a strong second half surge but criticized offensive rebounding. Front line players Williams Halliburton Bush Wanamaker and Gary Zeller starred in the win.
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