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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1971
Page
6
Hank Aaron powered the Atlanta Braves to a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs and moved closer to a new National League RBI record. Aaron, a rugged right fielder, shows no signs of slowing down as he pursues multiple records.
Hank Aaron belted his 39th homer of the year and 631st of his career, driving in two and moving within three of Babe Ruth’s all time mark. Aaron also added a double as Atlanta beat the Astros, while Pirates, Cards, Giants, Mets and Expos won in NL action.
DeWitt Weaver, 31, former SMU quarterback backup, claimed the United States Professional Match Play Championship at Pinehurst with a six stroke margin over Phil Rodgers. Weaver earned $35,000 for first, bringing his year’s total to $74,914. Rodgers received $7,500 for second and hinted at rest and possible eye surgery.
Ten first year NFL head coaches began preseason play with only Los Angeles Rams coach Tommy Prothro posting a winning record after a 31-21 victory over New England. Prothro, who had coached at Oregon State and UCLA, shook up the Rams by trading ten veterans and drafting new talents as he rebuilds the roster.
Vida Blue, extending his streak to 23 wins, edged past Washington with a six-hit gem that exposed a few flaws in his near-flawless form. The Oakland ace, already at 22 victories, chased a 30-win season despite the rough start.
Oakland swept a doubleheader with McLain and teammates dominating the nightcap 9-0 as Catfish Hunter earned his 17th win. Blue of Baltimore remains atop the West, while Detroit, New York, Minnesota, Chicago, and California win or split in varied fashion.
Athens High School coach Gerald Inbody said he was fairly well pleased after the Bulldogs opened scrimmage against Walnut Ridge. Columbus beat the hosts 7 7 with Walnut Ridge converting an extra point, while Athens avoided major injuries and prepared for the Sept 10 home opener vs Marietta.
Nelsonville city recreation director Tommy McMannis says the pool stays open until Labor Day with weekday hours 4 p m to 6 p m and weekend 1 p m to 5 30 p m and 6 30 p m to 8 p m Labor Day hours 1 p m to 7 p m Admission is 30 cents for children 60 cents for adults No season tickets after August 31 A 500 000 year old elephant bone fragment was found on an English east coast beach.
The Major Leagues East and West divisions show Pittsburgh leading with 79 wins and 56 losses, Chicago at 70–61, New York 66–64, Philadelphia 57–74, Montreal 55–74, and West with San Francisco 78–56, Los Angeles 69–64. Weekend results include Atlanta 4 3 over Chicago, New York 9 2 over Los Angeles, St. Louis 4 0 over Cincinnati, San Francisco 5 3 over Philadelphia, Houston 4 over Pittsburgh, and Montreal 2 over San Diego in rain delays. Sunday scores show Pittsburgh 5 2 Houston, Atlanta 5 Chicago 4, St. Louis 4 Cincinnati 3 11 innings, New York 4 Los Angeles 3, Montreal 6 3 San Diego, and San Francisco 8 over San Diego in a later game. Monday matchups include Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, Montreal at Chicago, New York at St. Louis, San Diego at Cincinnati, Los Angeles at Houston, plus other interleague notes and slated twi-night games.
In Nelsonville the West School Reunion groups float won first prize in the Ohio Festivals Parade. The award totaled 100 dollars, with second going to Hock-Hocking Lodge IOOF for 60 dollars and third to the 4-H Yorkers of York Township for 40 dollars. honorable mention went to the Monday Creek Fish and Game Club float. Randy Adams scored a hole in one at Athens Country Club on the fifth hole with Wilson Carr playing nearby. Traphagen School of Fashion was founded by Ethel Traphagen.
Arnold Palmer triumphed in difficult wind at a national NBC golf event in 1971, delivering a strong performance that showcased his veteran skill. The win underscored Palmer's enduring competitiveness and solidified his standing among top players of the era.
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