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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1969

Page

9

Eagles Edge Colts Then Falter For 24-20 Loss

Baltimore under coach Don Shula survived a tough Philadelphia effort as the Colts, favored to win, clung to a 24-20 decision. Norm Snead connected for a late threat but Philadelphia’s defense and forced errors kept the game close in a drizzle lit crowd of 56,864.

Baltimore Don Shula Baltimore Colts Philadelphia Eagles Shula Colts Balltimore Eagles Norm Snead Jerry Williams Tom Matte Jerry Hill Lou Michaels Philadelphia Sam Baker Eagle Snead Harold Jackson Nate Ramsey John Unitas Williams Pesky Unitas Bill Bradley Matte Bill Hobbs Dave Lloyd Michaels Rick Volk Memorial Stadium

Mets and Amazing Mets Rise in World Series Spotlight

Frank Scott says the Mets are a team sell valued as a $250000 group as they face the Orioles in game three. The Mets bench chemistry and depth are highlighted as key factors in the pennant chase.

Associated Press NEW York Frank Scott Madison Ave New York Mets Mets Scott Ey Mantle Roger Maris Sandy Koufax Frank Robinson Carl Yastremski Baltimore Orioles

Redskins Face Rival Miami As Ohio Seeks Upset In Oxford

Miami on a 4-0 start faces Ohio at Oxford in a pivotal MAC clash. Ohio coach Bill Hess emphasizes a must-win, citing Miami’s strong running and passing attack and Ohio’s passing duo Bryant and Snyder. The game looms as a tight, title-influenced showdown.

Bo Schembechler Miami Michigan Ohio Bill Hess Redskins MAC Oxford al Moore Toledo

Reds Hire Second Ex-Pittsburgh Coach For Staff

Cincinnati AP reports Sparky Anderson named a second former Pittsburgh coach and announces Alex Grammas as third base coach. Anderson was appointed to replace Dave Bristol as Reds manager, continuing reshaping the Cincinnati staff after Pittsburgh ouster.

Cincinnati Pittsburg Cincinnati Reds George Sparky"’ Anderson Alex Grammas Reds Pitts Burgh Larry Shepard Anderson Dave Bristol

Bowling Doctor Advises Stance to Prevent Off Balance

This instructional note cites off balance footwork and stance as causes of balance loss during bowling. It recommends starting from a wider stance to maintain balance through the approach delivery and follow through with a 16 pound ball.

Nottingham Still Leads In Rushing

The Flash Don Nottingham of Kent State dominates NCAA rushing after five games with 774 yards on 161 attempts and five touchdowns. MAC standouts如 Cleve Bryant of Ohio ranks 16th in total offense with 833 yards in four games. Vern Wireman of Bowling Green sits 20th in passing with 54 completions in 97 attempts for 585 yards and seven TDs. Todd Snyder of Ohio is sixth in receptions with 28 for 383 yards and six TDs.

Bryant Todd Snyder Ohio Snyder Miami Jim Bengala Marshall Kent Thompson Bengala Redskins Mike Palija Gary Arthur Ed Maloney Don Nottingham Kent State Nottingham MAC Cleve Bryant Bowling Green Vern Wireman Bobcat Bob Zimpfer Wireman Dick Seymour Toledo Rocket Ken Cross Harold Davidson

Bobcat Band to Play Halftime at Bengals Game

The Ohio University marching band will perform at Nippert Stadium during the Cincinnati Bengals versus Denver Broncos game next Sunday. Under Gene Thrailkill, the band will offer a program from What Now My Love to Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.

Ohio University Cincinnati Bengals Denver Broncos Nippert Stadium Bobcat Gene Thrailkill

Martin Dropped As Twins Manager After Dispute

Calvin Griffith fired Billy Martin as manager of the Minnesota Twins amid reports he defied front office policy. Martin, 41, said he did the job needed to win, while Griffith cited ignored understandings and his explosive personality. Boswell incident cited, five players allegedly complained.

Minnesota Twins Billy Martin Billy Joe Martin Twins Associated Press Minneapolis - ST. Paul Calvin Griffith New York Minnesota Griffith New York Yankee Baltimore Dave Boswell Boswell Bob Allison Detroit New York Yankees Hank Bauer Oakland Dave Bristol Cincinnati Billy Hunter Baltimore Orioles Bill Rigney California Angels

NBA Opens Tonight In New Look Season

The NBA starts its 24th season with stars retiring and new faces set to lead. Wilt Chamberlain nears the end of his career while Lew Alcindor debuts for Milwaukee against Detroit. New coaches include Bob Cousy Tom Heinsohn and Joe Mullaney. Connie Hawkins joins Phoenix after leaving the ABA. Lennie Wilkins leads Seattle against the Knicks in the lone opener at Madison Square Garden.

New York National Basketball Association Gene Bill Russell Boston Celtics NBA Wilt Chamberlain Russell Lew Alcindor UCLA Milwaukee Bucks Alcindor Bucks Detroit Bob Cousy Tom Heinsohn Connie Hawkins American Basketball Association Lennie Wilkins Seattle SuperSonics New York Knicks Madison Square Garden Baltimore Knicks Chicago Seattle Atlanta Zelmo Beaty ABA Cincinnati Cousy Royals Cousey Hawkins Phoenix San Diego Elvin Hayes Heinsohn Henry Finkel Los Angeles Chamberlain Elgin Baylor Jerry West Joe Mullaney Philadelphia 76Ers Mullaney Providence College Butch van Breda Kolff van Breda Kolff

Pro Cage Exhibitions Highlight NBA and ABA Scores

Milwaukee 117 Philadelphia 112. Phoenix 116 Los Angeles 112. New Orleans 166 Miami 192. Los Angeles 128 Denver 106. The games showcase competing teams across exhibitions with notable player matchups and close finishes.

NBA Milwaukee Philadelphia Phoenix Los Angeles ABA New Orleans Miami Denver

Athens Officials to Meet Wednesday in Grover Center

The Athens Football Officials announce a regular meeting set for Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Grover Center Room 6 to discuss officiating procedures and game standards.

Athens Grover Center

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