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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1969

Page

5

Michigan State and Michigan clash on Big Ten skies tour

Gus Schrader files a lively East Lansing report from the Big Ten Skywriters tour. Dr. Willard L. Boyd, athletic figures, and MSU coach Duffy Daugherty are highlighted. Steve Piro and Whitey Piro are mentioned with Spartans prospects, including quarterback Steve, presaging a tough schedule with Ohio State, Iowa, and Notre Dame looming.

Gus Schrader Boyd Whiley Piro Hawkeye Steve Steve Pro Wacnigani Notre Dame Ohio State Michigan Spartans Iowa Michigan State Duffy Illnois Jim Valeki

Feud With Braves Announcer Hinders Aaron's Ruth Chase

Atlanta slugger Hank Aaron, amid a long running dispute with announcer Milo Hamilton, says he may shorten his pursuit of Babe Ruth's 714 home run mark if the verbal taunts continue. Aaron, in his 18th season with 39 homers, vows not to endure four to five more years of criticism while aiming to pass Ruth.

Ron Speer Atlanta Hank Aaron Babe Ruth Fe Milo Hamilton Eho Aaron Hamilton Los Angeles Browning Braves Pawtucket Charlie Matfeo Narragansett Park Mosphere

Mets Rally Clips Cubs To Tighten NL East Lead

The Mets beat the Cubs 3-2 as Commissioner Bowie Kuhn announced playoff plans, forcing new scenarios and a potential one game playoff. Cincinnati moved atop San Francisco by a half game, while Los Angeles inched into third behind Atlanta and Houston as the pennant chase intensified across the league.

New York Mets Bowie Kuhn Mets Chicago Kuhn Inythe West Cincinnati San Francisco Delehtader Los Angeles Atlanta Houston San Diego

Hawkeyes Shift Penny to Fullback in Versatility Move

University of Town coach Ray Nagel announced multiple position changes as Iowa prepares for the Big Ten season. Steve Penny moves from defense to fullback to replace injured Tim Sullivan, Roy Bush ascends to the rotator spot, and Rich Solomon shifts from defensive back to a backup role behind Pat Dunigan. Paul Laabeg has edged Melvin Morris for offensive tackle. Practice notes: two-a-day drills, upcoming game-type scrimmage on Thursday, with Dennis Green Levi Mitchell and Tony Major absent due to injuries or academic issues. Major sidelined 2 to 3 weeks.

Nagel Penny Tim Sullivan Bush Solomon Pat Dunigan Paul Laabeg Belmond Melvin Morris Hawks Dennis Green Levi Mitchell Tony Major Green Major Mitchell

Moody and Trevino to Play in World Cup

New York AP reports Orville Moody, winner of last weekend's World Series of Golf and 1969 U.S. Open, and Lee Trevino, 1968 U.S. Open champion, will represent the United States in the World Cup and International Trophy matches.

Moody Trevino New York Orville Lee Trevino United States

Seattle Claim Hidden in Bid to Evict Pilots

AP report from Seattle details a dispute over a two week deadline and a $660000 letter of credit plus $150008 performance bond as Mayor Floyd Miller and the city press a bid to evict the Seattle Pilots despite the club’s claim of paid rent. Sources cite a spokesman Dewey Soriano stating the team cannot be barred from playing while legal actions loom.

Seattle Dewey Soriano Dial Ihe Floyd Miller

Tickets On Sale For Washington High Football Game

Tickets go on sale at 8:00 for Central of Davenport game. Washington High advance sale runs Thursday and Friday at the co ordinator’s office.

Central Davenport Washington High Washington

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