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Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Two "Fun Bowling" Tournaments are scheduled for Western Bowling Center Indianapolis.

On Saturday, March 13, 2001 at 1 PM (check-in is at 12:30 PM) is the "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles tournament."

On Sunday, March 14 at 9:30 AM (check-in at 9 AM) is a "Memorial Fundraiser Tournament for Sam Arthur."

The "Scotch Doubles" format is when the male bowler bowls the first ball in games one and three and his female partner tries to convert any spares he may leave. In game two and four the situation is reversed and the lady shoots at the strikes and her gentleman partner rolls at her spares.

The event is handicapped at 90% of 440 for the team. You must a verifiable league average to get a handicap or you have to bowl scratch. Plus, we reserve the right to re-rate your average if we feel it is necessary.

Based on only 25 teams the Scotch Doubles event will pay $125 first place, 2nd $100, 3rd $75, 4th $50. One out of 6 teams will cash. The entry fee is $30 per couple.

The "Sam Arthur Fundraiser" held at Western Bowl Indianapolis, on Sunday, March 14 has an entry fee of $20 with $10 going to the Arthur family. The balance is bowling fees and prize money. Prizes will be based on entries with one out of ten bowling will cash in the event. Handicap will be 90% of 220.

Sam Arthur was one of the more popular bowlers at Western Bowling Center and in the two "Senior Master’s Traveling Leagues in the city. Sam was also the Charlie & Barney’s Snack Bar manager at Western Bowling Center. Sam did not have any life insurance. The "Fundraiser" is being held to help the family offset the funeral expenses. Donations to the family an also can be made at Western Bowl Indianapolis, one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis:

Walk-ins are welcome for either event but reservations are preferred. You may make your reservation for the "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles" or "Sam Arthur’s Memorial Fundraiser" by calling 317-247-4426. Western Bowl Indianapolis is located on West Washington St. just a ½ mile off the I-465 Freeway at exit 12.