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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1969

Page

25

Girls Drive In Fair Harness Races Feature Two Girl Drivers

Dick Krape reports at the county fair with twelve harness races Saturday where two girls drove in the same race for the first time. Rutledge Queen led heat one of the Chillie Pace with 2 15.2, Shane Volo won heat two, and Peaceful Dale placed third in both heats amid weather delays and canceled pony races.

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Discussions May Lead To ABA-NBA Merger Talks

New York reports the NBA and ABA have begun exploring cooperative arrangements that could lead to a merger. Commissioners Walter Kennedy and James Gardner noted no final form yet, with discussions involving three NBA and three ABA club owners. entities named include Knicks and Nets owners, plus ABA Carolina Cougars leadership. There is no definite plan or timetable announced.

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Cook To See Action Sunday

Cincinnati quarterback Greg Cook will see action in the Sunday preseason game against the Boston Patriots. Coach Paul Brown says Cook will get a taste of action as Cincinnati builds offense for a 50-50 passing running balance. Brown notes Cook set passing records at the University of Cincinnati and that Cincinnati won’t rush him. Boston is a veteran outfit that beat Cincinnati 33-14 last year.

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Palmer Swing Correction Highlights Leg Drive

The text contrasts Arnold Palmer’s downswing with a proper leg driven swing. It emphasizes leading hands with leg power, noting the legs push downward through impact and drive the hands through the hitting zone.

Drysdale Might End 14 Year Dodger Career

Dodgers ace Don Drysdale, 33, faces retirement from pitching due to a recurring shoulder injury. After a Friday night meeting with Peter O'Malley and talks with his wife, Drysdale opted out of his scheduled start against the Cubs. If retired, he joins Koufax as a star pitcher affected by illness in recent Dodgers history.

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Women’s Softball At Logan Opens Monday Night

Logan hosts a multiday six pitch women’s softball tournament at City Park with area teams. Monday kicks off at 7 p.m. Hidden Haven Game Farm of Lancaster faces Lancaster Patriots, followed by Logan Goodyear vs Athens Alex at 8:30.

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