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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1973

Page

10

Bibby tosses no hitter as Rangers crush A’s in rout

Texas pitcher Jim Bibby no hits Oakland 6-0 after a first inning slam by Jeff Burroughs and Bill Sudakis. Bibby fans 13, earning a $5,000 raise from Rangers owner Bob Short while Vida Blue suffers the loss. Other AL games see White Sox beat Twins 9-1, Red Sox edge Yankees 4-3, Tigers top Orioles 4-3.

Jim Bibby Texas Rangers Oakland A’s Bibby Rangers Bob Short Vida Blue Jeff Burroughs Bill Sudakis St. Louis Cardinals Chicago White Sox Minnesota Twins Boston Red Sox New York Yankees Detroit Tigers Texas Ranger Oakland A’s Highlander Page Steve Wilkes Bill Greer Scott Brooks Randy ‘Trucking Leonard Bob Gall Terry Hawk Tom Daugherty

Carlton Guides Phillies to 1 0 shutout of Pirates

Steve Carlton 10 strikeouts six hits walked one in a 1 0 victory aided by a seventh inning misplay when an umpire backed into a ball and a runner advance. The win improves Carlton to 10 11 with a 3.98 ERA while Cubs Dodgers Expos Braves and others won.

Associated Press Steve Carlton Bob Boone John McSherry Philadelphia Phillies Pittsburgh Pirates Carlton Boone MccSherry Cy Young Vice Davalillo Dave Cash Mike Ers Dodger Stadium Expos Mets John Boccabella Ken Singleton Steve Rogers Braves Astros Ron Schueler Darrell Evans Frank Tepedino Larry Dierker Evans

Major league baseball scores and Tuesday format list

In the majors innings Philadelphia 1 Pittsburgh 0 Atlanta 7 Houston 3 Los Angeles 5 San Francisco 2. Tuesday games include Chicago at Philadelphia Cincinnati at Atlanta Pittsburgh at New York Los Angeles at Houston San Francisco at San Diego St. Louis at Montreal and more with Monday results across several cities.

Chicago Cubs St. Louis Cardinals Los Angeles Dodgers San Francisco Giants Montreal Expos New York Mets Atlanta Braves Houston Astros Cincinnati San Diego Philadelphia Pittsburgh Atlanta Houston Los Angeles San Francisco Chicago Jenkins Guro Twitchell Lonborg St. Louis Foster Montreal McAnally Ellis New York Koosman John Roberts Willoughby Greif Aeees

Suits Up For Grid Campaign After Hospital Stay

O J Simpson, back from a viral illness, returns to practice with Buffalo Bills optimistic about increased rushing yards. He cites line teammates Reggie McKenzie Donnie Green and Dave Foley as keys to opening blocking. Raiders add Bob Brown and Fred Biletnikoff to camp as Maslowski traded to Vikings. Dick Nolan reshuffles 49ers offense after losses at tight end.

O.J. Simpson Bufffalo Bills Simpson Buffalo University of Southern California Bills NFL Reggie McKenzie Donnie Green Dave Foley Oakland Raiders Bob Brown Fred Biletnikoff Brown Biletnikoff Denver Broncos Matt Maslowski University of San Diego Minnesota Vikings San Francisco 49Ers Dick Witcher Dick Nolan Witcher Ted Kwalick

Chargers weigh Unitas in preseason plans

San Diego coach Harland Svare said he may spare Johnny Unitas from early preseason clashes to keep him ready for September. Giants rookie Rich Glover praised for debut in camp as Vikings star Karl Kassulke improves after a car motorcycle crash, breathing on his own with doctors monitoring him.

Harland Svare San Diego Chargers Johnny Unitas Baltimore Svare Chargers New York Giants Rich Glover Nebraska Giants John Mendenhall Minnesota Vikings Karl Kassulke Methodist Hospital Kassulke

Maurice Stokes Subject of Movie

Maurice Stokes story becomes film Maurie Twyman premieres in Cincinnati with Jack Twyman praising cast members Bernie Casey and Bo Svenson. Mayor Berry proclaims Jack Twyman Day as Twyman notes he raised over 1 million dollars for Stokes care and recalls Stokes legacy and partnership with Robertson.

Cincinnati Ohio Maurice Jack Twyman Maurie Twyman Maurice Stokes Bernie Casey Bo Svenson Twyman Maurie Theodore M. Berry Stokes Oscar Robertson The Cincinnati Royals Casey

Baseball Leaders in the American and National Leagues

Major league leaders list top performers by batting runs and hits for the American League and National League. Notable names include Rickey Jackson, Brooks Robinson, Rod Carew, and Willie Stargell leading in runs batted in and home runs, with pitchers N. Ryan and Seaver among strikeout leaders.

Carew Min D. May Mil R. Jackson Oak Otis Mayberry Murcer Braun A Rodriguez Det Coggins Bal North Patek Hunter Splittorff N. Ryan Cal Singer

Last unbeaten teams stay intact in softball and league action

East A remained undefeated with a 13-7 win over West as Julie Geiger earned the victory and Judy Rightmire, Becky Hanning, and others added multi hit games. Albany improved to 3-0 by beating Morrison A 12-8 with Sherri Hawthorne taking the win and a Shelley Rife triple fueling the offense. In Colt League action Spartan Inn and Highlander both won to pull even in standings with two-run and four-run performances. Howery’s Construction claimed the post season crown with a 6-5 10 inning win over Arrow Roofing as Pearl Barrows and Rod Howery starred.

East A West Julie Geiger Becky Hanning Susan Finsterwald Paula Hickman Judy Rightmire Lisa Roche Laura Fieler Albany Morrison A Sherri Hawthorne Shelley Rife Tammy Rosser Colt Spartan Inn Alex Highlander Page Chevrolet Mike Wooten Larry Bean Wooten Randy Walker Abex Ohio University Inn Howery Random Sample Arrow Roofing Arrow Rod Howery

Paul Brown Tailoring Bengals for Season Opener

Cincinnati Bengals coach Paul Brown says the team is tailoring offense and defense to fit personnel as they prepare for the Saturday night opener against the Miami Dolphins. He notes the focus on fundamentals and evaluating newcomers while aiming to win. Ken Anderson is slated as the starting quarterback for the game.

Wilmington Ohio Cincinnati Bengals Paul Brown Brown Bengals Miami Dolphins Ken Anderson

Softball Tourney Set In Chillicothe

A men’s slow pitch Class B softball tournament is planned for August 3 to 5 at Veterans Administration Field and Yoctangee Park. Drawings, entry fees, and contact details for Bud Ryan, David Quindel, and Lamar Fries are listed.

Chillicothe Chillicothe Veterans Administration Field Yoctangee Park Diamond 1 St. Mary’s Athletic Association Bud Ryan Gilmore St Chillicothe David Quindel Box James Rd Lamar Fries

California Teens Set World Record for Tennis Marathon

ANAHEIM AP Two former high school friends Jim Carroll and Douglas Nassif aged 21 claim a world record by playing 75 hours straight with food and drink but no sleep. They ended the match Monday at 1 p.m. after starting Friday at 10 a.m. Nassif beat Carroll 387-366 in games, while the pair went 48 wins and 60 losses against passersby and Anaheim city instructors in doubles.

California Anaheim Jim Carroll Douglas Nassif Nassif Carroll Anaheim City

Wellston Class B Slo Pitch Tournament Dates Set

Wellston hosts a Class B slo pitch softball tournament August 10 11 and 12 with a 35 entry fee. Trophies go to the top three teams and details on other awards will be announced at the August 6 drawing at 7 p.m. Contact Tom Gallagher 257 State St Jackson 2861315 for info.

Wellston Tom Gallagher State St Jackson

Athenian Earns Hole In One in Scotland Sweepstakes

Dr. Robbin Gardner of Athens scored a hole in one at Key Colony Golf Club qualifying for the Rusty Nail Hole In One Sweepstakes by Drambuie of Edinburgh. The contest awards a free Scotland trip and 1000 dollars with the winner to be announced early next year.

New York Robbin Gardner W. State St Athens Scotland Key Colony Golf Club Drambuie Company Edinburgh

Physical Exams Set At Athens High

Athens High announces exam schedule for football players. Seniors go Tuesday, juniors Wednesday, and sophomores Thursday at 7 p.m. at the high school.

Athens High

Two Jackson Teams Win In Tourney

In the 16th annual Wellston Little League Tournament opening night Jackson A beat Oak Hill 9 to 8 and Jackson B won by forfeit over Glouster. Greg Forsythe earned the win and Eric Kalinoki took the loss while Kevin Reeder and Steve Flaker homered for Jackson. Doug Hale homered for Oak Hill. Tonight Wellston faces Rutland at 6 and Jackson meets Nelsonville at 8.

Wellston Jackson Jackson A Oak Hill Jackson B Glouster Greg Forsythe Eri. Kalinoki Kevin Reeder Steve Flaker Doug Hale Rutland Nelsonville

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