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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1974

Page

11

Packers Hope for Turnaround Under Dan Devine

Green Bay Packers coach Dan Devine faces pressure after a 5 7 2 season and rumors of a change. He emphasizes improvement, notes traded quarterback Scott Hunter out, welcomes Jerry Tagge and Jack Concannon, and touts added talent Ted Hendricks Ken Payne Steve Odom and running backs Brockington Lane Woods Torkelson Smith. The roster gains aim to bolster offense defense and depth as the team strives to rebound this year.

Green Bay Wis UPI Dan Devine Green Bay Packers Bart Starr Devine Packers Kape Matuszak Ken Payne Steve Odom Macarthur Lane John Brockington NFL Brockington Les Goodman Perry Williams Don Woods Eric Torkelson Barry Smith Smith

McCarver released by Cardinals after 74 games

St. Louis Cardinals announce the release of former All-Star catcher Tim McCarver. He appeared in 74 games this season with a .217 batting average and had earlier starred for the team in the 1960s, including the 1964 World Championship. McCarver also played for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Montreal Expos during his major league career.

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Ali vows last fight yet says fear of Foreman lingers

Muhammad Ali declares this may be his final bout after a plan to reclaim the world heavyweight title from George Foreman in Zaire on Sept. 24. He spoke at Madison Square Garden to promote the telecast, addressing fear and delivering a performance noted as his best in years.

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Ali Predicts Mummy Nickname In Foreman Build Up

Muhammad Ali spurs the crowd with bravado and jibes as he describes fighting style and rivals. He mocks Foreman as a dirty fighter and recalls past opponents, while Bandini and Drew Brown egg him on. Ali hints at a planned “The Mummy” label and tests how much trash talk unsettles his rival.

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Way To Reason Leads Saratoga Entries in 1 Mile Augtrot

Saratoga entries list Way To Reason as likely near the pace in the 1 mile Augtrot with Noble Reward and Settlor Pat among the notable rivals. Jambo Coun and Smokey Lona also appear, while betting details show Piqua and Lettior Pat among the field. In unrelated notes, Muhammad Ali discussed ring strategy and a planned life story film with producer John Marshall of London.

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Horse racing evening card with multiple races and payouts

The race program lists 1st to 9th events with horse names, connections, and weights. Purses range around $1,500 to $1,700 for 5 to 7 furlong races, detailing entries, scratches, wagering results like exactas and trifectas, and an attendance figure of 1,620 with total handle near $114,767.

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