Connors Seeks Wimbledon Glory in Quarterfinal Showdown
Top seed Jimmy Connors faces Raul Ramirez in the Wimbledon quarterfinals as the men’s draw narrows. Ash/Borg, Okker/Roche, and other key matchups shape the path to an anticipated all American final, with King and Evert advancing in the women’s side amid strong upsets.
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Irwin Wins Western Open in Dramatic Finish
Hale Irwin claims the 200,000 Western Open title at Oak Brook with a one under 283 total. George Johnson led at halfway and late, but a failed tee shot and rough play on 17 cost him the victory, leaving Irwin four strokes ahead. Bobby Cole finished second at even par 284 as Ed Sneed took third with 287.
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Valley Bears rally past Demons on wild pitch in 9-8 win
English Valley erased a six run gap to beat Washington 9-8 in a non conference baseball clash at North English. O Rourke scored the decisive run on a wild pitch from Doug Ruppert with two outs in the seventh. B Ross homered for English Valley as Conrad earned the win with 10 strikeouts.
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Pekin Edges Warriorettes 6-4 In Softball Tilt
Pekin defeated Waco 6-4 in a girls softball game at Olds. Pekin led 3-2 before Waco took a brief fourth inning lead, then Pekin added two runs in the fifth and an insurance score in the seventh. Winning pitcher Sterling, loser Margaret Anderson. Lisa Martin and Lowenberger had two hits for their teams.
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Hawkettes sweep Iowa City West with 14-6 win
Mid-Prairie Hawkettes routed the Iowa City West Trojans 14-6 on 17 hits. Pitcher Ann McAndrew led with four singles in five at bats and allowed three hits while walking nine. Jane Niffenegger and Nancy Kos added a triple and a single each. The victory improves MP to 9-6 and the team hosts Clear Creek tonight. JV also won 8-3 behind Brenda Preston.
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Demon girls sweep Highland in softball thriller
The Demons edged Highland 8-7 as Highland pitcher Mary Swenson walked 11 and uncorked 10 wild pitches. Janet Roth had the lone Demons hit, a bunt single, while Swenson’s many walks helped Washington produce eight runs. Barb Lund secured the win for the Demons.
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Keota Jaycees Host Slow-Pitch Tourney
The Keota Jaycees will host an eight team double elimination slow-pitch softball tournament July 12 13. Entry fee is 30 dollars plus one softball and entries go to Keota Jaycees Box 421 Keota Iowa or call Larry Sanders in Keota 636 2394.
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Two Run Homer Lifts Huskies Into Tie For Lead
Jeff Davis blasted a sixth inning two run homer to lift Highland Huskies over Mediapolis 2 1 and push into a share of the league lead with Columbus Junction. Tom Carson earned his 10th conference win to move to 11 1 with four hits and 11 strikeouts.
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NBA clubs settle Donovan dispute in special session
The New York Knicks and the Buffalo Braves resolved their dispute over Eddie Donovan. Donovan has rejoined the Knicks as general manager. The NBA Board of Governors will be told the case is closed and both sides have withdrawn claims.
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Players’ Association
Dake Wins West Liberty Feature Leads Sprint Toward Title
Cedar Rapids driver Darrell Dake won the mid season stock car race at West Liberty overtaking leader Mel Morris to claim the feature. Fred Horn of Marion finished second with Morris third and John Connelly fourth. Jack Hall of Muscatine won the sportsman event.
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Rozelle rule trial hears Gordon money and term dispute
In Minneapolis a Bears official testifies Dick Gordon sought 350000 dollars and a four year deal, while the Bears offered 35000 dollars yearly plus a 5000 dollar signing bonus. The trial involves 15 players challenging the Rozelle rule and notes a league expert says the average 7 to 9 year career yields a pension over 20000 dollars after age 65 if five years played.
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Ali retains world title in 15 round win over Bugner
Muhammad Ali defeated Joe Bugner by unanimous decision after 15 rounds in Kuala Lumpur to keep the world heavyweight title. Ali said he would defend the crown against Joe Frazier in Manila on October 1, noting the heat and TV lights affected performance. Bugner opened a cut on Ali's left eye but could not overcome the reigning champion.
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July 4 Fireworks at Washington Golf and Country Club
The Washington Golf and Country Club will host a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Friday July 4 with a hat passed for contributions. Guests are warned that anyone with sparklers or fireworks will be escorted from the property. Compliance is requested.
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