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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1969
Page
5
Jack Nicklaus overcame a late lead loss in regulation to win the Kaiser Open in a two day, twice-delayed four man sudden death playoff in NAPA California, earning the $28,000 first prize.
Jack Nicklaus captures his third win of the season at the Kaiser International Open. He defeats George Archer Billy Casper and Don January in a weather-delayed playoff, reaching earnings of about 122 567 dollars and moving to fourth on the money list. Archer Casper and January tied for first after regulation, with Nicklaus sinking a 14 foot putt on 17 to seal victory as darkness and fog halted play. Nicklaus heads to the Hawaiian Open next.
New York AP report notes that Agee obtains pivotal conditions in his deal with the Mets as the newly crowned champions take a major step forward in assembling their title club.
Miami AP reports rookie Cannon of the Floridians was fined $200 after walking off the floor with five minutes left in the first half of a ABA game against the New York Mets. He clashed with coach Jim Pollard over playing time and alleged poor communication as his pro career struggles continue.
Yale coach Carman Cozza acts as Calvin Hill’s clipping service and vocal advocate, noting Hill’s rapid NFL success with the Cowboys. He cites Hill’s all around talent, work ethic, blocking ability, and potential versatility across positions.
Forty eight hopefuls compete for a shot at the six million dollar PGA Tour. Joe Dey opens the tour player school in Palm Beach Gardens with a fall class drawing entrants from four nations. After two days of golf academics and practice, a 72 hole playoff begins Wednesday to determine who earns spots in 1970 tour events.
Chicago's 0-7 season leaves the Bears in position to pick first in the NFL draft. Potential targets include Purdue quarterback Mike Phipps and Notre Dame defensive star Mike McCoy as they search for a signal-caller or pass rusher.
Washington coach Vince Lombardi humorously blamed a full moon for Sunday’s high scores after the Redskins 41-17 loss to Baltimore while Cleveland defeated Dallas 42-10 and Green Bay beat Pittsburgh 38-34. Dallas remained atop the Capitol Division at 6-1, Washington at 4-2-1, and Baltimore extended its win streak over Washington to 18 games dating back to 1959. Lombardi cautioned he could not predict team reactions after the loss and would wait to assess next actions.
Leroy Yarbrough and David Pearson battle for the year’s earnings lead while Pearson keeps the top Grand National points position with 3,997 votes and 180,175 dollars. Richard Petty sits second in money with 107,505 and third in points as the standings list multiple drivers from the Carolinas and Virginia across the top ten.
Coach James Brakefield relies on young players and a new Wishbone offense as Wofford College rebuilds. After a rough start with three losses they defeated Presbyterian 42-8, Emory and Henry 61-9, and Appalachian State 35-21 to gain momentum.
AP reports Denver Broncos center Larry Kaminski weighing 245 pounds describes the snap for placement kicks as murder. He explains bending forward with weight on the ball leaves him vulnerable as defenders surge to block each kick.
Verna Lea Farms Sound Singer a 4 year old Noholme progeny ridden by Jorge Tejeira captured a six furlong $30,000 claimer at Aqueduct in 1 09 3 5 by three quarters of a length over Dagger Counter with Wyoming Wildcat a neck back. Pochette then won the Barrington Purse at Garden State Park in 1 45 1 5 with Mike Hole aboard as Able Craft and Lady Hillsborough followed.
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