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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1976

Page

13

Dissension May Hurt Phillies' Playoff Hopes

Philadelphia battles internal strife as Dick Allen and teammates clash over postseason plans. President Ruly Carpenter brokered a peace with Allen, who agreed to back Tony Taylor as a playoff coach. The row sparked questions about race tensions and team unity ahead of a series with the Mets and a charged playoff run.

Philadelphia Philadelphia Phillies Ruly Carpenter Carpenter Dick Allen Perkasie Allen Phils New York Mets Tony Taylor Taylor Montreal St. Louis Phillies Alen Cincinnati Reds Danny Ozark Ozark Garry Maddox Maddox Dave Cash All Black Mike Schmidt

Pirates' Murtaugh to Retire for 4th Time

Dan Murtaugh, longtime Pirates manager, will retire for the fourth time, ending a career that includes two World Series titles and four divisions. Health issues and age, plus GM Joe Brown's retirement, factor into the exits as Murtaugh nears his 59th birthday.

Pirates Murtaugh Pittsburgh Danny Murtaugh Pittsburgh Pirates Associated Press Ball Park Joe L. Brown Brown Philadelphia Phillies New Orleans Pelicans

Buckeyes Prepare for UCLA After Rose Bowl Rematch

Ohio State coach Woody Hayes urges a positive plan as his 0-0 Buckeyes host fourth ranked UCLA in Columbus following a 22 21 loss to Missouri and causing penalties. UCLA enters 3-0 and ranked higher, seeking revenge for last season's 23-10 Rose Bowl upset in Pasadena.

Ohio State UCLA Buckeye Bruins Woody Hayes Pasadena Columbus Hayes Ohio Stadium Buckeyes Missouri

Bulldogs Win Jackson Invitational Cross Country Title

Athens high runners swept the top two places as the Bulldogs won the Class AAA and overall Jackson Invitational cross country meet. Rob Ropping led in 9 48 with Kurt Nostrant second in 9 53, as Athens totaled 25 points followed by South Webster 62 and Rock Hill 90.

Bulldogs Jackson Athens Rob Ropping Kurt Nostrant South Webster Rock Hill Zanes Trace Ironton Southeastern Minford Logan Oak Hill Rob Topping Mark Harder Kevin McCowin Mark Matthewson Tim Tracey Rob Atkins Tony Piquet Tim Scaggs Neil Nostrant John Stumpf Andy Stenson

New Track to Be Dedicated Before OU Weekend Showdown

Ohio University hosts Toledo in a MAC game at 1 30 p m Saturday as the new all weather track is dedicated in honor of Dr Blaine Goldsberry. OU enters 3 0, Toledo 0 3, with Ohio boasting top defensive rankings and a potent ground game.

Bob Maney Bill Hess Ohio University Toledo Bobcats Rockets Blaine Goldsberry Goldsberry Hess U.S Kent State Athens Cats Gene Swick Idaho Irv Kenerly Jeff Hepinstall Ohio Rutgers

Ali declares retirement from boxing to spread Islam

Muhammad Ali announces at a Istanbul news conference he is quitting boxing to devote all energy to propagating the Muslim faith. He follows urging from Wallace Muhammad and plans prayer at the Blue Mosque before touring Topkapi Palace and Bosporus boat ride in Turkey.

Istanbul Turkey Muhammad Ali Ali Wallace Muhammad United States National Salvation Party New York Ken Norton Wallace America Topkapi Palace Bosporus Europe Asia

Senior to Run in Last Home Cross-Country Meet

Ohio University senior Randy Foster, the squad’s only senior, runs his final home cross-country meet at 11 a.m. Saturday against Bowling Green at the Athens Country Club. Foster, from Loudonville, boasts 13,000 career miles and twice-daily training, with coaching praise for his dedication.

Athens Country Club Ohio University Randy Foster Bobcats Bowl Green University Foster Loudonville Foster Foster Randy Clinton United States

Door Prizes Planned for Ohio University Home Games

Ohio University officials announce door prizes at home football games this fall. Students entering Gate Seven at Peden Stadium receive prize tickets, with eight prizes per game. Winners claim prizes at the novelty sales booth inside the student gate or Gate Two for general admission and reserved seats. Winning numbers will be announced over the public address system and ticket stubs must be kept.

Ohio University Athletic Department Bill Rohr Dale Schumacher Ohio University Peden Stadium Schumacher

Lewis University Wins 20th NAIA World Series Title

Lewis University of Lockport Illinois captured the NAIA World Series championship by riding a 12 game tournament win streak to secure the title. The victory crowns a dominant run as the team rode strong pitching and timely hitting through the event.

Lewis University of Lockport Ill

Meadow Bright Wins Trotting Championship at Roosevelt

Meadow Bright captured the American trotting championship at Roosevelt Raceway in Westbury New York this summer. The 4-year-old mare was carrying a foal during the race.

Meadow Bright Roosevelt Raceway Westbury N.Y

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