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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1970

Page

11

Baystate Speedster Looms as New Idol

At Talladega Pete Hamilton led to a decisive win as Fred Lorenzen, a famed Nascar star from Elmhurst New York, recalled his own rise. Lorenzen spoke of Hamilton from Dedham Massachusetts and likened the young driver to him, noting the excitement of success and youth in racing.

Baystate New Idol Talladega, Ala UPI Pete Hamilton Alabama International Motor Speedway Fred Lorenzen Lorenzen Elmhurst Nascar Hamilton Ded

Gridiron Boss Mum on Nance

Pro football commissioner Pete Rozelle says he will not intervene in the contract dispute between Jim Nance and the Boston Patriots over a no-cut clause. Nance’s lawyer Swartz says the fullback won’t play until terms are met. Eddie Ray could start at fullback for Boston as Rush weighs readiness during a bye week. Hamilton wins Daytona and leads Grand National standings with Isaac close behind. Hylton trails as the Talladega results reshape the points race.

Amherst Mass UPI Pete Rozelle Jim Nance Boston Patriots Nance Pats Frederick Swartz AFL Rozelle University of Massachusetts Eddie Ray Rush Ray Louisiana State Jackson Miss New Orleans Saints Clive Rush

Vesper Boat Club Qualifies for World Champs

The Vesper Boat Club of Philadelphia qualified for the world championships in the eights by defeating the University of Washington in the National Association of Amateur Oarsmen Regatta. The event will be held at St. Catherines Ont from September 2 to 6.

Camden N.J St. Catherines Ont

Jinxed Road Trip as Red Sox Fall to Royals 4-3

Kansas City beat Boston 4-3 as Bob Johnson held a hot lineup to two hits and three walks while striking out 12, a new Royals record. Tony Conigliaro hit a 430 foot homer for all Boston runs, Reggie Smith extended a 15 game hit streak, and Carl Yastrzemski exited early to rest. The Sox prep for a Tuesday tilt in Minnesota against the Twins with Romo Culp and Siebert pending for Boston.

Kansas City UPI Tony Conigliaro Red Sox Sox Bob Johnson Royals Johnson Boston Tony C Reggie Smith Billy Conigliaro Tony Reggie Billy C Cal Koonce Amos Otis Koonce Otis Sparky Lyle Kirkpatrick Bob Oliver Oliver Lyle Church Hartenstein Carl Yastrzemski Eddie Kasko Minnesota Twins Kasko Vicente Romo Ray Culp Sonny Siebert Bill Zepp Bert Blyleven Jim Kaat

Gridiron Lions Are Beginning to Roar

Detroit Lions push for improved scoring and depth at training camp led by Heisman winner Steve Owens and a robust offense. Key players include quarterback Bill Munson, running back Mel Farr, tight end Charlie Sanders and star defenders Alex Karras and Lem Barney.

Bloomfield Hills Mich UPI Detroit Lions Russ Thomas Lions Thomas Cranbrook Bill McPeak Steve Owens Detroit Herman Weaver Tennessee Tiger Stadium Yale Lary Pat Studstill Bill Munson Greg Landry Mel Farr Owens Charlie Sanders John Mackey Baltimore NFL Alex Karras Jerry Rush Dan Goich Karras Joe Robb Larry Hand

Pownal Harness Results From August 23 1970

Results from Pownal on Sunday include multiple races with winners such as Shree Hill Pride and Bold Retort. Attendance reached 7,076 while handle totaled $519,331 with top payouts including a 17,300.60 exacta in the big 6 horse wager.

Pruden Debbydart Zook Bold Retort — Morgan Donahue Ponderma — Wood Mr. Goldstone Sorensen Sam — Pruden W. — Pruden Royalara Santiago Spartan Chief Hill Creeping Bear — Wood Cheri Cat Ledezma Morgan Handle

Saratoga Entries Set For Monday Racing Card

List of Saratoga entries for Monday August 24 across ten trots and paced races with top purses. Also notes New York Knicks reserve Mike Riordan signing for 1970 71 season, after leading last year’s reserves with 7.7 points per game.

NEW York UPI Mike Riordan New York Knicks Riordan Knicks

Colby College Names Whitmore New Head Basketball Coach

Richard L. Whitmore Jr., 27, formerly Bowdoin College captain, has been named head basketball coach at Colby College in Waterville Maine, succeeding Edward J. Burke Jr. The hire ends a lengthy search by Colby officials.

Waterville Maine UPI Richard L. Whitmore Jr Colby College Whitmore Bowdoin College Edward J. Burke Jr

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