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"1970s" - 47 Total Result(s)
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AT THE APPROACH
Bowling alley proprietors made a concerted effort to attract families. Alleys often included restaurants and even daycare facilities. Upgraded equipment and instructional clinics made youth bowling no ...
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BILLY’S BACK-TO-BACK ATTEMPT
After clinching the men’s division title at the 1969 BPAA All-Star Tournament, Billy Hardwick aimed for a repeat victory in 1970. Though he fell just short, finishing as runner-up to Bobby Cooper, Har ...
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BOWLING TO THE BEAT OF ’69
The 28th BPAA All-Star Tournament took place at Hialeah Lanes, Florida, from May 2-9, 1969. Billy Hardwick emerged victorious among 216 competitors, securing the first-place trophy by finishing over 1 ...
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CARTER TOES THE FOUL LINE
Jimmy Carter: peanut farmer, president and…bowler? While still governor of Georgia, Jimmy Carter rolled the first ball at the Annual Women’s Bowling Congress Tournament, kicking off the team events at ...
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CEREAL BOWLERS
In 1970, Americans could find bowling everywhere: on television, in recreation centers and even in their cupboards and refrigerators. Popular cereal and milk brands provided American Bowling Congress ...
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COLLECTING HARDWARE
Billy Hardwick proudly displayed his awards from the 1970 BPAA All-Star Tournament: the Qualifying Rounds Champion trophy (left) and the Tournament Runner-Up trophy (right). Hardwick earned a cash pri ...
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CONTROVERSIAL TECHNIKA II
When Randolph Bowling Supply of Copley, Ohio, released their Technika II ball, they were sure it would be a hit. The company claimed the ball represented a great technological breakthrough with a soft ...
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DO YOU GET A PATCH FOR BOWLING?
Much like today, bowling alleys of the twentieth century were a great place for group gatherings. From birthday parties to family leagues to Boy Scout troop outings, bowling alleys could host them all ...
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DRESSED FOR SUCCESS
It’s no surprise the Zodiacs of New Orleans have been dubbed the “best dressed bowling team.”
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DUVAL THE VET SUPPORTING OTHER VETS
At the 1970 BPAA All-Star Tournament, bowling pioneer Helen Duval was honored with the BPAA Veterans Award for completing her 500th game. In addition to being known for her prowess on the lanes, Duval ...
