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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1976

Page

14

Ali Signs Coopman Bout Despite Strong Objections

New York AP reports heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali will defend his title against Jean-Pierre Coopman in a 15 round bout set for February 20 in San Juan Puerto Rico. Promoter Don King announced the bout at a news conference.

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Tigers Draft USC Slugger

NEW YORK AP The University of Southern California sent three stars to the major leagues as Trojans Coach Rod Dedeaux welcomed the moves. Steve Kemp, a USC junior with a .351 average in 1974 and a 435 mark in 1975, was chosen No 1 by the Detroit Tigers in the regular draft phase. Pete Edfern, a right handed pitcher, went to Minnesota in the secondary phase. Dedeaux noted the exodus signals a potential Pac 8 finish for USC.

NEW York University of Southern California Trojans Rod Dedeaux Dedeaux Steve Kemp Southern Cal Detroit Tigers Minnesota Twins Pete Edfern

Skiing Areas Booming Across Nation This Season

Snowfall boosts holiday attendance at resorts in New England New York Pennsylvania and Michigan with Aspen setting a single day record and Vail reporting sharp lift ticket gains. Nine of New York State’s 13 surveyed areas saw better business while California Nevada faced snow shortages and some closures.

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