Tigers fire manager Martin amid spat over spitballs
Baseball roundup reports Billy Martin being dismissed by Detroit General Manager Jim Campbell for the good of the organization after a spitball order, Joe Schultz taking over before the Cleveland game, a 2-1 Tigers win, and a lingering three day suspension. Hank Aaron nears Babe Ruth with his 707th and 708th homers as the Braves beat the Padres 7-3. Other scores include Bonds' grand slam for the Giants over the Dodgers, Reds rally to top the Astros, and a Labor Day split between the Cardinals and Pirates while the Expos close within three games of first.
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Moscow’s Olympic bid tainted by World University Games ruckus
The World University Games in Lenin Stadium exposed boorish Soviet behavior toward Israelis and a brawl involving Cuban players. The piece argues IOC power politics will favor Moscow again in Vienna next spring, despite international criticism. It recalls past bids, noting Moscow’s runner up status predicts a Moscow victory.
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Hinsdale Horse Entries and Totals from September 4, 1973
A dense listing of race entries across multiple divisions with horse names, drivers, and pace stakes. Notable names include Guy Kent Jill Lucia Cross Nibandy Ned Johnson Quick Lightining Roman Charger Bata and many more across FIRST through NINTH divisions. Also contains an advertisement for income opportunities offering commissions and a call to Treasures House with a phone number.
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Casper wins Hartford Open with record 264 total
Casper shot a seven under 64 to finish 264, setting a new Greater Hartford Open record and beating Bruce Devlin by one stroke. The winded final day saw seven players tied mid-round while a 50 minute storm drenched a 35,000-strong gallery.
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Lee Trevino
Lee Elder
Jim Wiechers
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Art Wall Jr
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