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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1968

Page

8

Orioles surge on pitching as Brabender stars in 8-0 win

United Press International reports the Orioles, led by Hank Bauer, run to seven straight wins anchored by strong pitching. Gene Brabender led with a six-hitter in his first start, homering as Baltimore crushed the Senators 8-0. Teammates Curt Morton, Curt Blefary, Boog Powell also homered. Tigers, White Sox, A's, and Indians won elsewhere.

Orioles Hank Bauer Gene Brabender Baltimore Washington Senators Brabender Curt Morton Curt Blefary Boog Powell Paul Blair Barry Moore Ron Hansen Senators Detroit Tigers California Angels Chicago White Sox New York Yankees Oakland Athletics Boston Red Sox Cleveland Indians Minnesota Twins Chicago Cubs New York Mets Pittsburgh Pirates Philadelphia Phillies Atlanta Braves Houston Astros San Francisco Giants Denny McLain Gary Peters Ken Berry White Sox Stan Bahnsen Joe Verbanic Yankees Jack Fisher Mets Bert Campaneris Chuck Dobson Athletics Red Sox Sonny Siebert Indians Stan Williams Twins

Eighth graders tie for fourth in junior high meet

Washington Junior High tied for fourth at the Mt. Pleasant Junior High Invitational, finishing behind Keokuk 70, Mt. Pleasant 55 42, Davis County 41, Washington Fairfield 38, and Danville 3. Brock captured Washington’s lone first by winning the pole vault at 9 ft 9 in.

Washington Fairfield Mt. Pleasant Keokuk Davis County Danville Brock Redlinger D. Norton Caldwell Guy Stannard Butler Arnold Randall Anderson Huber Gilmore Bouchard Schooley

Mrs Milo Sorden Hosts Exec Board Then Heads to Des Moines

Ten years ago today Mrs Milo Sorden entertained five members of the National Executive Board of the TTT Society at noon. The group then traveled to Des Moines to attend the spring executive board meeting, lasting until Thursday.

Milo Sorden TTT Society Des Moines

Summer Shower Perfume Ad From Prince Matchabelli

An advertisement promotes Summer Shower by Prince Matchabelli as a refreshing fragrance. It lists Cologne Spray Mist 1.9 oz and Roll-On Deodorant options with prices around $1.25 to $2.50, highlighting the Invigorating Fragrance. The ad mentions dates and multiple price points for the products.

Dentures Highlight Old Rivalry in Humorous Quip

A witty remark about living with or without dentures captures a light moment in the scene, reflecting the speaker’s playful take on aging and practical challenges. The line hints at dental issues without naming individuals or places.

Dancer's Image Heads to Preakness Stakes

Dancer's Image, Kentucky Derby winner, rested in a Churchill Downs stall awaiting transfer to Maryland for the $150,000 Preakness Stakes on May 18. Trainer Lou Calavaris described the colt as sound despite a swollen ankle before the Derby and noted he never showed lameness in Kentucky.

Louisville UPI Churchill Downs Maryland Kentucky Lou Calavaris

Dancer's Image Wins Derby as Preakness Field Gathers

Major League standings mix with baseball results and upcoming horse racing at Pimlico. Native Dancer joins Dancer's Image and Forward Pass as Derby participants heading to the Preakness, with Bobby Ussery riding the champion for Peter Fuller in a landmark earnings haul.

Baltimore Dancer Calumet Farm Francie’s Hat Saddle Rock Farm Pimlico T.V. Commercial Kentucky Sherry Captain’s Gig Poleaxe Go Marching Clever Foot Wise Exchange Sir Beau Bobby Ussery Peter Fuller Ussery Vian Okla

Dual Track Meet Set With Keokuk and Mt Pleasant

Washington track team members will compete in a dual meet at Case Field Tuesday afternoon with events starting at 3 30 p m The varsity squad faces Keokuk while the local ninth graders meet Mt Pleasant ninth graders This is the first DemonsKeokuk meeting and the ninth graders meet Mt Pleasant in a return match after finishing first and second in the Mt Pleasant invitational last Saturday

Washington Case Field Keokuk Mt. Pleasant Demons

Ninth graders win Panther track title at Mt Pleasant invite

Washington High School ninth graders top Mt Pleasant relays with 85 points led by Daryl Braun who won four events 220 and 440 dashes long jump and anchored 880 relay and set two meet records. Swartzendruber took high jump and 880 run. Other scorers include Greenlee Turnipseed Grieser-Swartzendruber and Harris with multiple top finishes.

Washington High School Mt. Pleasant Keokuk Fort Madison Davis County Fairfield Daryl Braun Scott Swartzendruber Demons Braun Swartzendruber J. Whitaker Ballard Svatos Goodel Harris Doughty Renoux Greenlee Turnipseed Grieser Greiser Ross

De Vicenzo Wins Houston Crown at 10 Under Par

Roberto De Vicenzo returned to Buenos Aires after mastering U S courses and scoring. He won the $100,000 Houston Champions International Golf Tournament with a final round 68, finishing 10 under par 274.

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