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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1969
Page
18
The New York Mets secure the NL East pennant with a 60 victory over St Louis as 54,928 fans at Shea roar. Gil Hodges hails the upset season while teammates celebrate into the night with champagne.
Washington quarterback Frank Ryan, released after seven Browns seasons, could call plays as a backup to Sonny Jurgensen in Cleveland. Browns coach Blanton Collier worries Ryan knows their tendencies, while noting new wrinkles and execution will decide the game. Browns sign tight end Milt Morin to a three year deal. Mets pitcher Gary Gentry shuts down St. Louis to clinch the NL East and Braves catcher Tony Gonzalez hits a decisive homer to keep Atlanta 14 games up in the NL West.
The article argues that great bowlers show diverse styles. It cites Joe Norris with a straight back and forward follow through, Don Carter’s crooked arm yet long winning run, Lou Campi’s right foot finish, and Bill Lillard’s flamingo like finish. It concludes that success may fit multiple forms.
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