Hodges Faces First Spring Training as Mets Manager
Gil Hodges begins his Mets tenure in St. Petersburg with pressure and expectations. He plans to show steady improvement, stressing youth and team growth after years of managing Washington where he lifted a tenth place club toward higher finishes. Hodges emphasizes confidence and a positive outlook as he starts in New York’s spotlight.
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Three Game Winner Gets Pay Increase for Watt
United Press International notes that few three game winners get substantial raises in salary, but Eddie Watt of the 1967 Baltimore Orioles earned a pay increase after the Orioles announced on Monday that Watt had received a raise following his standout performance.
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Hall of Fame picks include Motley and Battles in Canton
Marion Motley and Cliff Battles head nine players named to the National Professional Football Hall of Fame roster, with Elroy Hirsch Charlie Trippi Alex Wojciechowicz Art Donovan and Wayne Millner also highlighted for induction next summer. Motley renowned Browns fullback and Battles elusive halfback joined by other NFL greats in a landmark selection.
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Harris Memorial Jump Promises Close Competition on Brattleboro Hill
Brattleboro hosts the Fred H. Harris Memorial Tournament on the 70 meter hill with 55 advance entries and a field likely to reach 70 competitors. Top contenders include Peter Robes from the University of Wyoming, former Junior Champion Hugh Barber, and Dartmouth’s Per Coucheron, with teammates and other 200 foot jumpers from Dartmouth and Lake Placid also in the mix. Jumping starts at 10 A.M. with qualifying trials as part of Brattleboro’s six day Winter Carnival festivities.
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Auerbach Boosts Some Celtics Asks For Fire From Others
Red Auerbach praised Bill Russell Bailey Howell John Havlicek Johnny Jones and Tom Thacker while harshly critiquing Larry Siegfried Tom Sanders and Don Nelson after Boston's loss to Cincinnati. He urged refreshed effort as Celtics prepare for a rare afternoon game with the Royals at Boston Garden and chase the Eastern Division title.
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Buchanan Wins British Lightweight Title in 11th Round KO
Ken Buchanan of Edinburgh remained undefeated with a dramatic 11th round knockout of Maurice Cullen to claim the British lightweight championship. Buchanan, 22, knocked Cullen down four times as he extended his winning streak to 23.
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