Trade pays off Perry opens way for 41-7 victory
Baltimore Colts acquire Joe Perry and add Lamar McHan and Dee Mackey as they roll past the Washington Redskins 41-7 in an exhibition. Perry, 33, leads with a 1-yard TD run after Unitas connects with Lenny Moore for a 50-yard score. Packers, Giants, 49ers, Steelers and Cowboys also post wins in the league schedule.
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Fans Face Loss Of NFL Games On Television
Washington AP reports NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle warned Congress that an antitrust ruling could bar TV contracts for league games. He said many fans lose access to games, with only big markets securing broadcasts, and urged a bill to allow leagues to contract with broadcasters.
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Tigers hit duo powers doubleheader sweep over Detroit
Washington and Cash deliver strong hitting for the Tigers in a 7-4 win and 10-1 victory, as Detroit fans witness a Brandon Colavito and Mantle comparison amid the Yankees chase. The AP reports the tandem’s punch tightens Detroit’s grip near the league leaders.
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Angels
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Don Schwall
Closest SWC Grid Race Seen In 1961 Season
Dallas AP reports the Southwest Conference football race opening next Friday promises a tightly contested title. Rice, Texas, Arkansas, and Baylor favored to duel, with 158 lettermen across eight schools. Texas and Rice hold likely home advantages while all teams face shared conference parity.
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Carry Back Wins Neptune Purse at Atlantic City
Carry Back hustled down the final eighth of a mile to beat older horses in the Neptune Purse at Atlantic City. The Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, trained by Jack Price, may race next in Belmont Park’s Jerome Handicap and possibly the United Nations Handicap at Atlantic City before a Paris run if all goes well. Jockey Johnny Sellers urged Carry Back to a narrow victory over Ada L. Rice's Rare Rice, returning a $4 for $2 bet.
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Associated Press
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Atlantic City
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Saggy- Joppy
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Chicago
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Paris
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