The Larges t Se lec t i on o f A th le t i c T ra in ings Back To Sr 1 oo l S i PAGE «-PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. AUGSUT 29.1979 LAKE REGION YMCA NEWS On to No. 11 still tied, tHen to 12 where it came to an end after the two leaders had played 30 holes on the final day to decide the championship. - Congratulations to Champion Ed Buss, a great competitor: He earned the victory.!?* was up against another great gbfter, Art Jackson, a friend he has battled down to the wire Iradre in quest of the championship. More information of the match will appear in your sports section as time and deadlines dictate. 7>.^ writer won't get a blue ribbon for spelling. That's another clue. Our fine was (set at $35 or 1 ounce of Columbian gold, with instructions to leave it in the Plaindealer's garbage bin. EARL WALSH SPORTS EDITOR The "licket" was signed Officer J. Smith, Jr. \ celebrate his 90th birthday Who he? Aug. 29th according to our grapevine information. , - • . , / Sunday came in all its glory and I headed for McHenry Country Club where Barb Weber was on hand for the start of the finish to the Club championship. Wish we had received the information sooner, but even late cards are appreciated when a person is out of cir culation. Vale Adams had wheeled out a nice, quiet golf cart for our use. With Barb at the controls, we had a real good buggy ride. Write to: 920 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock, 111., 60098. A separate story will tell you how Eddie Buss and Art Jackson battled through 30 holes before the championship crown settled on Eddie's head. Our little helper, Barbara Rauen Hettermann scouted up the above information Satur day night at the Johnsburg Rescue Squad dinner. We parked in the Plaindealer lot Thursday night and came out to find a "ticket" on our car. Don Hojnacki, 4-down at the start of the final round, battled to a 3-way tie at one point and had the admiration of the crowd. The so called ticket was made out on Plaindealer copy paper. That's one clue. The Gary Adams drew several big hands for good shots, but was 6-down to start the day and couldn't make it up. The Robert Laws (Barb's sister and brother-in-law and their son) were good company as we covered the waterfront. Daughter Toni (a honey of a girl in our book) was with us afoot and aboard part time. Warren rode in Dick Weber's cart so we knew he was in good hands. 1. Who recently made his 3,000th career hit? 2. Who is the leading active passer in pro football? 3. Who won the LPGA classic? 4. Who won the men's singles U.S. Open Clay Court tennis championship? 5. For what baseball team does John Milner play? ; Didn't get a promised smacker from Kitty Eva s, but she blew a couple throi; the air that I caught. The course was in beautiful shape, green as grass should Aftswtrs T§ Sports Qiiz 1. Lou Brock, St. Louis Cardinals. 2. Roger Stauback, Dallas. 3. Judy Rankin. 4. Jimmy Coaners. 5. Pittsburg Pirates. Lil Michels and her daughter took care of us at the lunch stand in the woods with the same hospitality that one has to appreciate. There is no place on earth like that spot in the .woods. A LONG PUTT-at the 12th green, as Don Hojnacki attempts a birdie. Hojnacki parred the hole and shot a 76 for a 72 hole total of 300, wher^ he finished just five strokes behind the leaders for third place. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD . -v - <*; *? .o? who has announced his can didacy for the U.S. Senate has just returned from a trip to eleven foreign countries, so his appearance in Lake county should provide local Democrats with an insight on overseas problems and how they affect people in Illinois. Dixon was in Lake county before his trip abroad. Ken Green, who chairs the Golf Day committee, said that golfing activities will again take place at the Four Winds Golf course on Route 176 West of Ivanhoe. He said that tee-off time reservations are filling up and anyone interested should call Diana at Democratic headquarters at 312 244-2870 for tee-time and cart reservations. "Alan Dixon's energetic champaign style is always welcome here in Lake county where he visits us so often," Matijevich said, "and we'll have a good crowd to hear and see him this year". He said that chased at the door of the tickest which include golfing Holiday Inn. The fund-raiser and evening's dinner are has traditionally been the most available by calling successful each year for the headquarters or may be pur- Lake county Democrats. Alan Dixon Will Speak At Democratic Golf Day S You know that story ™ they laughed when I sat down to play the piano. f I suppressed a laugh when Jhe sun was shining and Carol Cooney showed up carrying an umbrella. It didn't rain hard, hut a few drops made me realize that Lee Cooney picked a smart girl for a wife. (She carried a lunch, too!) * There hasn't been enough time to hit all the high spots of Ihe long afternoon. We were gue at Chapel Hill for the Fox Hole annual golf party so had to rush away without entering into Jhe usual festivities after the match. Secretary of State Alan J. Day" next Wednesday, August cording to Lake County Dixon will be the guest speaker 29, at the Mundelein Holiday Democratic Chairman John S. at the annual "Democratic Golf Inn - Highways 45 and 83 ac- Matijevich. He said that Dixon, IT'S A BIRD-for Ed Buss as he displays his happy mood after sinking this putt on his 75th stroke of the day to tie Art Jackson with 295. Buss, behind by a stroke, shot for the pin during his final attempt for a shot at the title. His ball landed just inches from the cnp and rolled four feet away. "If I sink this", he stated to Jackson, "it will be just like old times for you and me." He did, and after a nine hole playoff, they tied again with 37*s. Then in sudden death. Buss parred the 12th hole for . the title of club champion. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD * Evo and "Red" and their Indies fair gave us a welcome that latecomers hardly deserved. 'Twas a nice party, •ith laughter all around. Cross County Running At Crystal Lake For Youths - Much to his surprise, George Hickey won the prize for the best male golfer. Tommy Sutton was second best and stood right up like he was ex pecting it. Marian Central Tennis Tourney Sept. 1-2-3 » Ix>is Crouch was the No. 1 |ady golfer and Shirley Sutton was second. Nancy Shulda proved that as a golfer she is a great bowler. Marian Central Catholic high school is holding a tennis tournament on Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1, 2 and 3. The tournament is open to anyone in McHenry county. Sign up by calling the Marian Central office at 338-4220. It will h They put a fine meal before iis so we showed them we liked SAND SCATTERS as Gary Adams blasts from the fairway bunker on number 11 during the final round of the club championship Sunday at McHcmy Adams carded a 78 for a72 hole total of 304 and fourth place in the tourney. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD » Our former neighbor and one i)f McHenry's native sons, George Schreiner, will start Saturday, Sept, 1, at 8 a.m. The various categories are: Age 15 and under, boys singles and doubles. Wholesale prices rose 1.1 percent in July. Thanks To You Our Hog Roost & Picnic Sole Was A Huge Success. is pleased to announce the opening of his practice for Prize Winners Litton Microwave John Armstrong Mr. Coffee Coffee Maker (Oldest Receipt) Joe Nimsgern We're Your NIKE Headquarters for Back-To-School I Selection off Sizes ft Styles ffor Men ft Women CAREY Appliaac* SALES 12#1 N. Green St. SMVICI 1324 N. RIVERSIDE DR. 385-1360 McHENRY DENTAL CENTER