Demons sweep Keokuk in doubleheader on Memorial Day
Washington Demons win 2-1 and 5-2 at Keokuk behind Scott Rich and David Cousins. Team improves to 4-0, signaling possible Southeast Seven title bid. Highlights include Rich's nine strikeouts in game one and timely base running, Speece, Gipple, Horn and O’Hanlon key defensive plays, with Gipple scoring on a misplayed ball and Speece driving in runs. Demons open conference play and next host Pekin, then visit Fairfield.
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Doubling of crops may not end world hunger
A UPI report notes ACS symposium speakers said doubling crop production by century’s end may not solve the food gap. DuPont’s Dr. Ralph W. Hardy forecasts growth, but population control and policy reform are needed. global farm policies and subsidies, from Canada to India, are criticized as hindrances.
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Turner offers Braves fans free entry after another loss
Ted Turner announced at Atlanta Stadium that the 2,994 fans would be admitted free to Tuesday's game with rainchecks, continuing while the Braves endure a losing streak. The loss to the Padres, 10-7, came after a late rally and defensive miscues sealed Atlanta's fourth straight defeat. Other NL and AL scores followed, including Cubs over Phillies and Mets routing Pirates in two games.
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Fog Helps White Sox Triumph Over Rangers 9-4
The White Sox beat the Texas Rangers 9-4 at Comiskey Park as a dense fog blanketed the field. A three-run first inning triple by Chet Lemon, aided by fog-sight mishaps, set the tone. Pete Vuckovich and Dave Hamilton combined on seven hits to seal the win amid several fog-delayed periods.
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Major League Standings and Monday Results Summary
Baseball standings show Oakland 10 Kansas City 1 and Cleveland 4 Baltimore 1 with Detroit 5 Mile 4 in 11 innings. Schedule lists San Diego at Atlanta and Cincinnati at Houston with several night games and pitchers.
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Steffe wins feature at West Liberty
Duane Steffe of East Moline Illinois won the late model feature at West Liberty Monday night, taking the $600 first prize and edging John Moss. Bill Beckman finished third, Roger Dolan fourth, and Mike Niffenegger fifth as L D O'Brien claimed the sportsman feature and top time in trials. A field of 41 late model and 31 sportsman cars filled the stands of over 5,500 spectators for the West Liberty event.
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Prep golf champs determined Saturday at Iowa City and Waterloo
Garrigan captures second straight Class 1A title with 634 as West Branch finishes 636 and Belle Plaine 648. Sumner edges Pocahontas in a 649 playoff for fourth. In 2A Valley cruises to 607, 13 strokes ahead of Roosevelt. West finishes third at 626 and Heelan rises to fourth with 628. Medalist honors go to Jeff Smith of Oskaloosa with 141.
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Davenport repeats as track champs at 1976 Iowa meet
Davenport Central dominated the Drake Stadium two day state meet, scoring 60 points to win the Class 2A title as Andy Jensen led the Blue Devils with wins in 440 and a mile relay anchor. LeRoy McCuen starred for Corning in Class B with four wins and two records. Nevada edged Spencer for Class A, Hamburg claimed Class C, while Ames finished second overall and Cedar Rapids Kennedy tied for fourth.
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Maltbie Wins Memorial Tourney In Open Finish
Roger Maltbie captured $40,000 first prize at the inaugural Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village in Dublin Ohio. Jack Nicklaus designed the course and promotion, while Hale Irwin finished second after a playoff with Maltbie. Irwin praised the event and Don Bies finished third with $14,200 as Maltbie’s shot ricocheted off a restraining rope stake on the 17th hole.
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