NHL Board ends meeting with issues unresolved healthy league
Montreal United Press International reports the National Hockey League Board of Governors closed its annual meeting with three major issues unsettled yet the league appears strong and healthy. President Clarence Campbell noted about 80 free agents exist but none have joined the WHA and cited improvements over last year despite soft spots in California and Kansas City.
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Bucks land Nater and Reggie still prowls Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks signed six foot eleven Swen Nater, former ABA star, after a circuitous route through Virginia Squires and New York Nets. Reggie Jackson salients injury update and Orioles roster slumps prompt wrist check. NHL moves include Scouting collapse risk, potential Oakland franchise shift, and Campbell’s long tenure with rule changes and Hall of Fame boosts.
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Mack Calvin
Los Angeles Lakers
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Dibbs Close to French Open Title in Paris
Eddie Dibbs, famed for a patient baseline game, moved within two wins of his first major by defeating Manuel Orantes 6 3 3 6 3 6 3 3 to reach the French Open semifinals at Roland Garros. He faces Adriano Panatta, who knocked out Bjorn Borg to reach the last four as Harold Solomon also contended with Guillermo Vilas.
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Self defense claimed in Bonavena slaying
In Virginia City Nevada UPI reports Willard Brymer admitted shooting Argentine heavyweight Oscar Bonavena outside a brothel on May 22. Joseph Peri Jr testified Brymer said he told Bonavena to freeze and that Bonavena reached for his boot before the fatal shot. Deputy Tilton noted a gun found in the boot. The preliminary hearing weighed evidence to bind Brymer for district court on open murder charges. Peri did not hear the shot but saw Brymer eat breakfast shortly after.
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Class of '76 Leaves Mark on Mt Anthony High
The Mt Anthony High School Class of 1976 is praised for resilience and spirit. Principal Clarence Pelkie and Coach Ken Liporto celebrate the seniors as pivotal to the school’s success, including the first state football championship. Teachers Daigneault and Dave Fredrickson commend the class, noting graduation will be a happy sad time for those who shared in their achievements.
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Kemper Open previews tougher Quail Hollow course
In Charlotte the Kemper Open starts with changes to Quail Hollow that could raise scoring. Defending champion Ray Floyd expects higher scores and notes the course’s toughness. Top money winners Green, Irwin, Crenshaw and Nicklaus skip to prep for the U S Open in Atlanta.
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Barry Leads Stars In NBA All Star selections
Rick Barry received the most votes for the NBA All Star team for the second straight year. Georgy McGinnis of the 76ers joins him, with Kareem Abdul Jabbar Nate Archibald and Pete Maravich on the first team. Celtics center Dave Cowens Havlicek Hayes Randy Smith and Phil Smith on the second team.
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Stones Sets Sights On World Record And Olympic Gold
Dwight Stones, a bold junior high standout who claimed he would jump five feet and later broke the world high jump record, rose to prominence with a 7-6 1/2 mark. The 1967 prophecy and 1973 1974 clashes with critics shaped a colorful career defined by confidence and on track dominance.
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Orr Hopes to Resume Play With Black Hawks
Montreal dispatch reports Bobby Orr seeks a five year contract worth up to three million with Chicago. General Manager Tommy Ivan says the team gambles on Orr’s return while Orr undergoes medical evaluation after another knee operation possibility.
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Arlington Hosts Ludlow in Vermont Amateur League Clash
Arlington soccer club faces Ludlow at Arlington high school field at 6 15 pm after opening 5 3 loss to Pot Belly Pub Ludlow. Following a bye Arlington returns next Thursday to host Chester in a 6 15 pm matchup.
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