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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1976
Page
9
Nostalgic reminiscence of ruffed grouse hunting in the fifties describing birdy spots, stone walls, grapevines, beech trees, and autumn woods. Vivid scenes include aspen groves, honeybees, and the hush of October forests as hunters and boys pursue birds, plus tales of "birdy places" and patience in the hunt.
New England, 2-1, tops Pittsburgh and Miami as Steve Grogan drives a comeback rhythm. Grogan threw five touchdowns and ran for two, lifting a team that rallied from behind with help from Darryl Stingley and an improving offense.
New York United Press International reports a high profile heavyweight title bout as Muhammad Ali defends against Ken Norton at Yankee Stadium under clear skies and mid 50s. The 15 round fight draws record expected attendance and gate figures with Ali favored 2-1. Ali vows to exploit Norton's slow start while Norton seeks to derail the aging champion. Prize money tops six million for Ali and over one million for Norton with shared income over nine million.
UPI reports ahead of the match at Yankee Stadium that Muhammad Ali predicts a fifth round knockout or a decision if the fight goes 15. Norton is in good shape but Ali holds multiple edges in skill and experience. Norton has not gone 15 rounds in his 40 fights and Joe Louis once favored Norton briefly after watching him.
Celtics rookie Norm Cook gains extensive early action as veterans Havlicek and Silas miss practice. Jo Jo White endorses the Kansas product, who admits he is not yet in top shape and aims to show his pro potential in the opening exhibition vs Kansas City in Wichita. Havlicek and Silas remain absent awaiting contract status.
United Press International reports a high stakes end to the 1975 season as the Boston Red Sox, 79-78, host the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles in a five game stretch. Ed Figueroa aims for 20 wins, Rick Kreuger debuts for Boston, while stars including Carl Yastrzemski Graig Nettles Thurman Munson Jim Rice and others pursue milestones and RBIs in a pennant race backdrop at Fenway Park.
Luis Tiant rides a 20 win pace through 1975, posting a 2.92 ERA and 11 wins in 12 starts as Boston clings to a .500 record. Analysts weigh his Hall of Fame case against Jim Palmer’s steady dominance and Cy Young voting trends.
Sequences list first through tenth pace finishers in each mile and trot event for September 28, 1976. Notable entrants include Buckeye Bertie Amber Boy Apollo Jimmie General Rick Yellow Paige Burwells Lady and Queenly field across ten pacing and trotting races with purses ranging from 6000 to 1700 dollars.
Finish positions and payoffs listed for ten harness races at Gurn Springs. Notable entries include More Reliable, Shannon Diamond, Mar Con Foxy, Kashwe py, Stormy Almahurst, Stonegate Ramble, Wingy Mir, Sugar Valley, Life, and Gold Creek with varied purses and times. Attn 1282 Hardie 110517.
Race card style listing results across nine grades with names and payouts. Includes horses such as Grave Zipper Attractive Miss River Girl Clint Forrest Blue Top Dixie's Jeanette Tuff Rex River Rose and others with Quiniela and Trifecta payoffs. Detailed first two place odds and multiple exacta style bets shown for each grade.
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