Babashoff Denies Lone American Hope Label At Olympics
Shirley Babashoff rejects the idea she is the only American chance for a gold medal. She notes every teammate can win and says the East German squad is the dominant force with world records in most events. Babashoff, 19, aims for gold in the 200 and 400 freestyles and the 800, while facing Kornelia Ender and others.
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Seals Cleveland Bound Scouting Fate Unknown
The NHL finance committee approved moving the California Seals to Cleveland early today. It did not decide on the Kansas City Scouts to Denver. Bud Palmer schedules a Denver press conference at 4 pm EDT to discuss his bid for the Scouts. Mel Swig will retain a major stake in Cleveland as the team will play at The Coliseum in Richfield.
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Charlie Finley
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Largest Field Sets for Westchester Classic Tee Off
A record 169 players began the $300000 Westchester Classic at Westchester Country Club. Designated players must attend. notable entrants include Johnny Miller Gene Littler Jack Nicklaus Ray Floyd Jerry Pate Tom Weiskopf Hale Irwin Ben Crenshaw Gary Player Arnold Palmer. Lee Trevino absent with back trouble.
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Bench sidelined by shoulder bruise in All Star Game
Cincinnati Reds catcher Johnny Bench likely to miss the weekend series with Montreal after a bruise on his right shoulder from a foul tip in Tuesday's All Star Game in Philadelphia. Manager Sparky Anderson said X-rays Wednesday showed no serious damage. Fishing Clinic Scheduled by Southeastern Ohio Bass Club at Division of Wildlife from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday with prizes and bass boat displays.
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Whose Word Will Rule at Montreal Olympic Stadium
IOC members claim jurisdiction over Montreal stadium as Games near. Canada’s Trudeau government faces pressure over Taiwan’s two yachtsmen marching under Republic of China. The U S Olympic Committee weighs possible boycott if charter is ignored. Taiwan insists on marching under own flag, not Olympic flag.
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Dual National Lim brothers face Canada entry ban on ROC name
The Lim brothers training in Kingston ontario win dual nationality and US passports. Canada blocks Taiwan team entries over using the Republic of China name. Ottawa officials deny bowing to pressure while U S and IOC voices weigh in on national symbols at the opening parade.
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Kuhn Sees Ratification Of Four Year Player Move Pact
Commissioner Bowie Kuhn says owners likely will ratify a four year agreement granting players free movement after six years despite opposition. Owners delayed voting until next Monday after a three hour meeting with club reps. approval requires 13 votes with at least five from each league.
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Pennant races skewed as 1976 season stalls
Major league pennants look one sided after the All Star break with Philadelphia leading NL East at 56-25 and Cincinnati atop NL West. In the AL, New York Yankees push past Boston by 9 2 games and Kansas City holds a seven game edge over Texas.
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Solomon Upset at Western Championships as Scanlon Triumphs
Harold Solomon, the third seed, collapsed from illness after a long meal break and lost to 19-year-old Bill Scanlon 7 5 6 3 in the Western Championships in Cincinnati. Scanlon’s victory marked his first four points since turning pro, with Ismail El Shafei, Eddie Dibbs, Stan Smith, Dick Stockton and others advancing in the sweltering heat.
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