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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1968

Page

6

Art Ashe defeats Emerson in MSG final to return to duty

Arthur Ashe, a West Point lieutenant, used a new serve to beat Roy Emerson in straight sets 6 4 6 4 75 at Madison Square Garden as he resumes Army duties. Emerson, 31, contemplates turning professional amid ILTF approval of open tennis and looming pro tours with Billie Jean King and others. Nancy Richey also won to boost U.S. success.

New York UPI Arthur Ashe Roy Emerson United States Army Emerson Ashe West Point N.Y Madison Square Garden Emma Billie Jean King Long Beach Calif Rosemary Casals San Francisco Ann Haydon Jones England Francoise Durr France Los Angeles George MacCall Art Miss Richey

Texan maintains amateur status after strong semifinal win

After her victory over Mrs. King in a semifinal, the Texan said she felt mentally down and did not play up to par against Miss Tegart. She stated no plans to turn professional, preferring the glamour of the amateur tour, while Tegart admitted confusion over the pro scene but would not object to facing pros if possible.

Mrs. King Miss Tegart

Merrill Takes Eastern Senior Alpine Ski Title in Maine

George Merrill of Johnson State College won the men’s Eastern Senior Alpine Championship at Sugarloaf Mountain, clocking 116.00 for two runs. Bill Brown followed in 117.82, Peter Carter 119.06, with 40 men competing. In the women’s 55-gate slalom, Lindy Cochran of Madonna Mountain led with 99.62, Alison Teague 100.63, Cindy Benway 102.17. The downhill race was canceled for lack of snow.

Kingfield Maine George Merrill Johnson State Sugarloaf Mt Bill Brown Hartford Alison Teague Mt. Mansfield Cindy Benway Madonna

Nevele Chief wins Time Square Pace at Yonkers

Nevele Chief driven by Harold Dancer Jr. captured the $4,000 Time Square Pace at Yonkers Raceway beating Smart Money by a neck. The 7-year-old Easter Bunny son trained by Stanley Dancer for Nevele Acres paid $13.40 6.40 4.60 with a 2 04 3 5 mile.

Yonkers N.Y UPI Harold Dancer, Jr Smart Money Yonkers Raceway Stanley Dancer Nevele Acres Ellenville Easter Bunny Uniform Princess Fair Maiden Frolic

Racing Entries and Selections

A concise listing of entries and selections for race 407, including supposed runners and betting choices. Details indicate the four horses or competitors set to race on the fourth card, with tips for W and W4 positions.

Aqueduct Selections By United Press International

A UPI listing outlines top selections at Aqueduct with horses such as Hemisphere Glymer Miss Scolrt and Just Kidding among the contenders. Other noted entries include Traipsin Woman Royal Tyrol Sealrt Rejected Sy and Four And Frenchy in the field.

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Gulfstream Selections Highlight Six Winners

Gulfstream picks include Homa The Fi, One Best, Good Relalians, Vegas Front, Whirling Ability, Sunny Diiler among top contenders. Analysts emphasize form and rumored odds as bettors eye a crowded program.

Gulfstream Homa Relalians Vegas Waanna Thinne Sunny Diiler Sonly

Thoroughfare of Fillies and Colts at Gansett Trials

A cluttered catalog of race entries and paddock notes from Gansett, listing horses by name, weight, and odds across multiple events. Notable names include Posey Ronchu, Last Cry, Birthday Card, Old Maestro, Lucky Turn, Jane Night Stand, and Hello Yankee. The text reads like a program excerpt with abbreviations for purses, distances, and entries, reflecting a busy day of races and contender notes.

Jane Night Stand Boy Hawk

Bowie Selections and Related Racing Entries

A list of horse names and notation appears, including Bowie Selections and Avanse Baby with multiple entries such as Chris F and Set Dopper Dore, plus other stables like Bells and Whistles and Sunshine Road. The fragment also mentions Oceans Mr Tot, Fiddler On a Hoot, and related horses with several additional names and locations, ending with a stray aaa.

Bowie Chris F Sunshine Road Brother Paul Mr Tot Flying Node Priam Man

Playleader Positions Open in Bridgeport City Programs

Bridgeport Civil Service Commission seeks male and female playleaders for summer 1968 positions. Applicants must be high school graduates, 18 or older, and residents of Bridgeport. Female applications due April 30 1968. male applications accepted until further notice. Obtain forms at City Hall 45 Lyon Terrace.

the Civil Service Commission City Hall Lyon Terrace

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