Billie Jean King crushes Riggs in three sets at Astrodome
Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs 6-4 6-3 6-3 in Houston in front of 30,472 fans. She credited Margaret Court for helping target Riggs backhand and described the event as high profile and pressure filled, with a $100000 winner take all prize and a spectacle atmosphere.
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Women’s Bowling Thursday Rollers League Standings
Steele Oil Products 1 and Goodken Insurance 3 led Thursday action as Rubio Bank of Brighton posted a team series of 2986 and a team game of 72 while Washington Transfer tallied 2048 in series and 716 in games Pat Johnson topped individual series with 454 and game highs of 188 Maxine Steele 179 and Carole Ann Loeffler 42 tagged among the best scores in this week’s results
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Boston man arrested for attempting theft at airport
John J. O Malley 28 of Boston was arrested by police in Lebanon New Hampshire after sitting in the cockpit of an Air New England twin engine plane at Lebanon Regional Airport reading a flight manual. He was charged with attempting to steal the airplane and jailed in lieu of 3000. O Malley told police he could not fly.
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Raiders Dolphins game not shown on local TV
Local fans in the San Francisco Bay area cannot watch theRaiders Dolphins matchup as it will not be televised locally. Several other games face blackout despite near sellouts, with Miami aiming for its 9th straight win and near historic streaks, while Monday night tickets for New Orleans at Dallas drew interest.
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Texas favored as Miami dares showman defense
Fifth-ranked Texas is a two-touchdown favorite to beat Miami in the season opener on Miami’s home turf. Miami lineman Tony Cristiani, circus alumni, plans showy celebrations after big plays to test the Longhorns. Miami coach Pete Elliott seeks more than bravado as Texas defense anchors the game. Houston also a two-touchdown favorite vs South Carolina. Top teams USC, Nebraska, Alabama, Michigan, Penn State, LSU, Texas A&M, Tennessee rated in early action slate.
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Mets comeback shades Pirates in tense 13th inning win
The Mets, once counting out, rally from five down to beat Pittsburgh 4-3 in 13 innings on Dyer’s two-out RBI double and Hodges’ RBI single. Seaver enhances the comeback as NYG nears the division leaders in a five game series finale.
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Izaak Walton Leagues Mike Edwards Trap Shoot
The Chicagua chapter of the Izaak Walton League will sponsor its annual Mike Edwards Trap Shoot Sunday with team shooting and regular individual events. Lunch will be served on the grounds and the public is invited. the chapter also holds a regular meeting Monday with a family potluck and card night.
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Hawks Ready to Face UCLA on Coast in Weekend Showdown
Iowa coach Frank Lauterbur readies the Hawkeyes for a Los Angeles trip to meet UCLA after a 31-7 loss to Michigan. He praises UCLA's wishbone attack and quarterback Mark Harmon, notes Iowa's improved defense, and plans to rotate backs as Kyle Skogman starts at QB.
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Washington Demons freshmen win 22-12 at Kalona
Washington Demons freshmen roll to 2-0 with a 22-12 win over Mid-Prairie at Kalona. Scott Rich threw two TDs and ran for another, Ward netted 125 yards on 13 carries while Williams added 66 yards, boosting overall to 309 rushing yards.
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Cyclones Brace For Idaho Opener Debut Under Bruce
Ames Iowa UPI reports Iowa State coach Earle Bruce makes his Cyclone coaching debut against the University of Idaho. Bruce replaced Johnny Majors and aims to settle questions about ISU football fortunes. quarterback Wayne Stanley seeks to fill George Amundson’s shoes as he gains poise in fall practice.
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Conger House Open House Hosts Named
Conger House open house this Sunday will be hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Mike Whelan and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rademaker. The home will be open from 2 to 5 p.m. for visitors. Fairfield Square Dance Club plans a dance at the Junior Ag Building on September 29 at 8 p.m. Cal Golden from Little Rock will be the caller. All guests are welcome.
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Highland girls win 13 3 to wrap up first softball season
Highland closes 1980 softball season with a 13 3 victory over Danville to finish 4 4 in the conference. Janice Veggy pitched the win while Cheryl Krantz had three hits. Mary Sue Swenson Penny Frank each went 2 for 4 as Frank led the team with a .500 average and coach Gary Curtis predicts a strong next year as a conference contender.
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