20th Olympic Games Open With Munich Torch Arrival
Munich prepares for the 20th Olympic Games with a torch relay from Olympia to Koenigsplatz and a ceremony for 10,000 athletes entering Olympia Stadium. IOC mentions Taiwan, China, and six new women's rowing events as part of a broad Olympic program. Jesse Owens, guest of honor, recalls Berlin feats as fans greet him warmly.
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Bulldogs Scrimmage Prep Amid Injuries For Season Opener
Athens High School football coach Gerald Inbody lines up two scrimmages two weeks before opening game. The Bulldogs travel to Gahanna Lincoln Saturday at 10 a.m. and host Chillicothe at Butter Field next week. Key injuries: tailback Al Topping out at least three weeks and Don Wood sidelined uncertainly.
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Richie Karl Sets New Mark In L and M Open Golf Tourney
Richie Karl, an Army cook turned pro tour sophomore, set a course record with a seven under par 65 to lead the L and M Open after the opening round at Pinehurst. He may have to switch to the U S Professional Match Play Championship if he holds the top spot for today’s second round. Bob Barbarossa and Deane Beman tied at 66 for second as Arnold Palmer and five others await their match play spots.
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Bob Barbarossa
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Arena Okayed for Cincinnati Uses 15000-Seat Riverfront Venue
NHL announces Cincinnati will gain a franchise in the league's next expansion. Clarence Campbell says construction should start immediately for a two year completion, with play possible in 1976. City finances arena with CHC guarantees, arena to host basketball as well.
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Freshman Candidates Begin Conditioning at Athens High
Athens High School will start conditioning drills for freshman football candidates at 4:30 p.m. Monday on school grounds. Coaches Don Anderson and John Dena will lead workouts focusing on running, conditioning, and exercises. Wear suitable clothing.
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Redskins Boss Faces Decision On Quarterback Start
Washington coach George Allen weighs starting Billy Kilmer or Sonny Jurgensen as the Redskins approach a preseason schedule. Kilmer leads 3 straight wins with strong numbers, while Jurgensen remains a seasoned challenger.
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Hitler and Roosevelt Snub Jesse Owens After 1936 Olympics
Jesse Owens recalls neglect by both Adolf Hitler and the White House after the Berlin Games. He says onreturn from Berlin in 1936 there was no invitation from President Roosevelt and athletes were not treated with respect, a disappointment he still feels.
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Entries Needed for Corning Slo-Pitch Softball Tourney
Corning Ohio seeks teams to enter a double elimination slow pitch tournament starting September 2. Drawings Saturday August 26 at 7:30 p.m. in Corning Municipal Building. Entry fee 30 dollars, balls provided. Contact G. A. Shorty Sicilian at 347-4567. Also includes a separate note on Jesse Owens visiting Germany as special guest of the German Organizing Committee with reflections on his 1936 Olympics experiences.
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Southeast Ohio league drops tie breaker plan and announces schedules
Wellston hosts Southeastern Ohio Athletic League meeting. The vote to skip the tie breaker for fall games passed 6 to 2 with Waverly and Ironton opposing. William Lockhart named league president as Ironton’s James Mains becomes permanent secretary treasurer. Eighth and ninth grade schedules adopted. freshman round robin retained. track meet set for May 2 at Rio Grande College.
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Chauncey League party moved to tomorrow at 4 p m
The Chauncey Little League party was rescheduled from 6 p m tonight to 4 p m tomorrow. The accompanying sports section lists National League East standings and Thursday results with teams including Pittsburgh New York St Louis Montreal Philadelphia Cincinnati Houston Los Angeles San Francisco San Diego and others, plus multiple games and doubleheaders scheduled Friday and Saturday.
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Bench's 29th Homer Sparks Reds' 6-0 Win Over Expos
Joe Torre shifts to third as Johnny Bench belts his 29th homer of the season in Cincinnati's 6-0 victory over Montreal. Jack Billingham throws a six hitter for the second straight shutout, while Montreal errors aid the Reds. In the AL, Texas splits with Milwaukee as Grieve, Howard and Maddox pace a 4-1 opener and May delivers a two run shot in the nightcap.
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Ohio U Bobcats Open Two-A-Day Practice Sessions
Ohio University Bobcats completed the first week of two-a-day drills with sharp hitting and no major injuries. Freshman defensive back Alan Nussbaumer from Massillon Washington High School injured his ankle. two players left early for heat. A 3 p.m. Saturday scrimmage is planned behind Peden Stadium. prep continues for a Sept. 9 visit by Central Michigan Chippewas.
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Massilon Washington High School
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