Braves Move to Atlanta Aims to Reshape National League
National League owners are set to approve the Milwaukee Braves transfer to Atlanta in a decision that ends Milwaukee’s long run as a big league city. The move marks deep South expansion, opens a seven state region to major league baseball, and follows assurances on a new stadium, TV contract, and non discrimination for Negro players.
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Braves Move South Stirs Aaron and Maye on Segregation
Milwaukee outfield stars Henry Aaron and Lee Maye voiced concern over a Braves move to Atlanta, fearing racial discrimination in the South. Aaron cited segregation and a segregated stadium, while Maye said he would go because of his job but hoped Atlanta would not mirror Milwaukee’s past.
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American canoeists win silver and bronze at Tokyo Olympics
American girl canoeists Francine Fox and Gloriane Perrier earned silver in the women's 500 meter kayak tandem and Marcia Jones took bronze in the single kayak as the U S contends with Russia in the medal race. Russia led in gold and total medals but U S hopes remain strong with two days left.
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Milwaukee Braves Move Sparks City Rage and Hope
Milwaukee leaders react with anger and sadness as the Braves announce a plan to relocate. Governor Reynolds vows state legal help to keep the team in Milwaukee County while Rep. Reuss urges the NL to expand to 12 teams and Mayor Maier calls the move a black eye for baseball. Residents express frustration over the loss and clamor for solutions.
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Atlanta Aims to Keep Braves in Major League Move
Atlanta officials including Mayor Ivan Allen Jr and Arthur Montgomery press ahead as Milwaukee seeks to block the Braves from moving. Attorney Robert Richardson says no court action should halt the plan, noting Braves offices in Chicago and questioning Milwaukee jurisdiction. The group prepares for a vote by National League owners on the proposed relocation to Atlanta.
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Red Wings Rely on Crozier for NHL Hopeful Start
Detroit faces the season with 22-year-old rookie goalie Roger Crozier as the main hope. He has allowed 11 goals in four starts, delivering a 1-0 win over the New York Rangers for his best performance.
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English Triplets May Make Triple Threats in Grid Play
Glenn Vocational High School of Birmingham features three English brothers Donald Ronald and Arnold triplets who play football as seniors aged 17. The team has endured 26 straight losses in three seasons, hampered by lack of a proper practice field and no home stadium.
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Goddard College Expands Into Intercollegiate Sports
Goddard College plans big time sports with student faculty teams from other colleges for events such as flag football against Franconia College next Sunday Oct 25. Soccer tennis and skiing are in planning stages. The student run clubs emphasize balance with academics and view intercollegiate competition as valuable for shared activity.
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College Football Predictions Across Regions This Weekend
UPI reports bold picks in college football with Ohio State Texas and USC favored. East matchups include Duke over Army and Princeton over Penn while LSU and Florida hold strong in the South and Midwest show Ohio State and Michigan State atop. Additional clashes feature Oklahoma, Texas A M, and Notre Dame with varied confidence.
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Hershey Bears Top Hornets In AHL Battle At Home
Hershey Bears defeated the Pittsburgh Hornets 3 1 at Hershey. Ed Hamson opened scoring for the Hornets at 5 32 of the first period. Roger DeJordy tied it for the Bears at 11 49 of the second. Bob Woytowich netted the go ahead goal at 7 15 of the final period and Myron Stankiewicz added an insurance score at 12 49 of the third. DuFour stopped 14 Bears shots while Hank Bassen made 27 saves for the Hornets.
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BU Makes Lineup Changes For UMass Game Saturday
BU coach Warren Schmakel plans lineup changes for the UMass contest at Amherst in a bid to upset the Redmen. He weighs moving QB Dave LaRoche to halfback while highlighting QB Bob Kobus and promoting Peter Hayes and Bob Nichols. Ed Sindoni, Bruce Raymer, and John Simaro factor into defense and future offense, with Raymer and Simard inching toward varsity action. New York UP I notes Bob Farrington racing season totals and money standings, with Stanley Dancer leading earnings.
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