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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1972

Page

9

Demons Split With Mt Pleasant After Sixth Inning Run

Mt. Pleasant edged Washington's Demons 5-4 in the nightcap at Green Field as Dave Rose hit a two on, two out single in the sixth. Washington won the first game 2-0. Roger Smith pitched for the Demons in both games.

Dave Rose Mt. Pleasant Washington Demons Green Field Mt Pleasant Roger Smith Panthers Doug Mulford Scott Anderson Anderson Dave Neal Rose Doug Ruppert

Royals sweep past Twins in rain soaked twin bill

John Mayberry powered the Kansas City Royals with five hits three extra bases and five RBIs as they swept a two night doubleheader from the Minnesota Twins. Mayberry raised his average to .302 and slugging to 1.000 over a hot 11 game stretch. Meanwhile Detroit's Bill Freehan blasted a grand slam in an 8 4 win over Boston. Other scores from the day include Chicago Oakland Milwaukee Cleveland Houston San Francisco Philadelphia Pittsburgh St Louis San Diego and Washington Mt Pleasant baseball results.

UPI John Mayberry Kansas City Royals Minnesota Twins Mayberry Houston Freehan Bill Freehan Detroit Tigers Boston Red Sox Detroit Baltimore Orioles New York Yankees Chicago Oakland White Sox A’s Milwaukee Brewers Cleveland Indians California Angels Texas Rangers San Francisco Cincinnati Los Angeles Philadelphia Mets Pittsburgh Montreal St Louis Cubs San Diego Atlanta Ed Kirkpatrick Dick Drago Kirkpatrick

Babe Ruth team defeats Mid-Prairie 8 to 5 in thriller

Washington Babe Ruth squad beat Mid-Prairie 8 to 5 after outhitting 12 to 3. John McCarthy earned the win with five strikeouts, Scott Rich added four in relief, and Harland took the loss. McCarthy led at the plate with four hits. Kelly Gipple, Dan Dempsey, and Rich had two apiece, with Caldwell and Nardy also safe. Washington jumped to 4-1, Mid-Prairie tied 4-4 in the fifth, but Washington answered with three in the sixth to seal the win.

Washingtonn Babe Teut Mid - Prairie John McCarthy Scott Rich Harland Miller McCarthy Kelly Gipple Dan Dempsey Brian Caldwell Bob Nardy Washington R. Miller G. Beckley Mid-Prairie

Carson fans 11 on one hitter in 10-0 win

Carson’s Dan Carson struck out 11 in 5 1 3 innings as Highland breezed to a 10-0 victory. Highland pitcher 1m Carson lowered Danville’s hopes with a one hitter, walking two, in a six inning game using the 10 run rule. The Huskies improved to 7-2, with six first innings runs and 10 hits, aided by three Danville errors.

Highland Carson Danville L M Gary Curtis Curtis Huskies Randy Arthur John Wingler Rick Soukup Soukup Duane Schnoebelen Jeff Schott Rick Rotter Schnoebelen Pat Colbert Schott Mark Vicroy Iowa Wapello Lone Tree New London Qanar Highland

Major league baseball standings and results update

United Press International reports standings with New York leading the East at 40 26, Pittsburgh 40 24, and St Louis 33 33. Thursday results include San Francisco 3 Cincinnati 2 and Houston 8 Los Angeles 6. Tomorrow pitchers listed: Matlack at Moore, Spinks at Champion, Reuschel at Ellis, and others with late games.

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Breakfast and Flag Tournament at Washington Country Club July 4

A Tuesday July 4 event at Washington Golf and Country Club includes breakfast from 7 to 8 a.m followed by a men’s handicap Flag Tournament. In addition there is a two ball tourney scheduled for the afternoon. Men planning to attend should sign up at the Country Club or call 653-2080 per Mrs Harold Kerr.

Washington Golf and Country Club Harold Kerr

Softball Tournament Set for Washington July 4

Men's city softball event at Green Field Washington on Tuesday July 4. Action starts 9 a.m. with first round pairings DeKalb versus Diamond Inn Pauls Shoes versus Waconda Chocolate Shop versus Pizza Hut Gibson versus Perfex. Second round 3:30 and 5 p.m. Consolation 7 p.m. Final 8:45 p.m. Admission adults 1 and 50 cents under 10. Lunch on grounds.

Green Field Washington DeKalb Diamond Inn Paul’s Shoes Waconda Chocolate Shop Pizza Hut Gibson Perfex

Smith faces Wimbledon crowding as center court woes grow

Stan Smith, top seed and title favorite at Wimbledon, complains about limited center court access as fans cluster around alleys to watch, while referee Mike Gibson stages early matches on lesser courts. Smith barely advances to the round of 16 with a four set win over Alexander Mayer amid crowd chaos and ticket frustration.

Wimbledon England Stan Smith Smith Alexander Mayer Woodmere N.Y Mike Gibson Gibson

Baseball Standings and Schedule From Friday June 29 1972

United Press International provides American League standings with team records and games behind. A list includes Detroit Baltimore Boston New York Cleveland Milwaukee Oakland Chicago Minnesota Kansas City California Texas and New York. Evening games show matchups Oakland at Chicago Kan City at Minn Detroit at Boston California at Texas Cleveland at New York and Oakland at Chicago with pitchers and times noted.

Washington Evening Journal United Press International Detroit Baltimore Boston UMM New York Cleveland Milwaukee W. LL Oakland Chicago Minnesota Kansas City California Texas Kan City Minn Nelson Corbin Allen Hand Perry York Kline Holtzman Bahnsen

4-H and FFA Livestock and Exhibits Schedule

Detailed schedule of judging and exhibits for 4-H and FFA events across Wednesday and Thursday, listing times for market pigs feeder pens lambs garden projects horse and pony classes poultry and rabbit judging, beef judging, dog obedience, and livestock parade. Included are release times for exhibits and auction sales.

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Washington County Fair Entertainment Schedule Highlights

The notice lists a two day program at the county fair with events including a tractor pull, Washington Jazz Band and Keptones, Enoch Smokey Teen Band, Jaycee Beauty Pageant, 4-H and FFA livestock parade, horse and pony barrel races, free skating, horse show, hog show and pig derby, and the Whistle Stop band at the Armory Building. Named locations include Washington County Fair, Washington Saddle Club, Armory Building, and Des Moines. The dates are Monday July 31 and Tuesday August 1 with event times from 6:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

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Weekly Movie Pass Prices and Dance Night Fees

Schedule lists daily admission: Monday through Thursday 50c daytime and varying evening rates. Children under 12 free on some days. Teen dance admission adds 50c or $2.00 for extra teen events.

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