A's clinch AL West with Bando homer in win over White Sox
Oakland defeated Chicago 3-2 to seal the AL West title in the second game of a doubleheader. Sal Bando hit a decisive eighth inning two run homer after Reggie Jackson’s double set up the highlight. Wilbur Wood took the loss, Jim Grant earned the win, and Jackson celebrated by dousing manager Dick Williams.
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Padres Deny Dodgers as Padres Lead West Race
Dodgers fall as Padres edge ahead in NL West pennant race led by pitcher Dave Roberts. Roberts hurled a strong outing for San Diego, despite no playoff money involved, with the Padres inching toward another crucial victory.
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Dodgers Stay One Back in West as Giants Slip
Dodgers beat the Dodgers 21 victory over Los Angeles keeps them one game behind the West-leading Giants who lost 4-2 to Cincinnati. Roberts records 13-15 with a 1.92 ERA, second to Tom Seaver among NL starters. Pittsburgh’s 4-1 win over St Louis creates an 82 game bulge for second place.
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Pirates Beat Cardinals as Dock Ellis Steps Back in
Pittsburgh's Dock Ellis returned from elbow trouble and pitched seven innings for the win, improving to 19-7 as Dave Cash drove in a run with an RBI single and Al Oliver hit a two run homer. Ted Simmons homered for St. Louis, which dropped to 3-1 in four games.
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Physical Fitness Program At Senior High School
Chanute Recreation and Parks announces a fitness program using the Universal Gym at Chanute Senior High School. Men and women may enroll October 11 to December 17 with sessions 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday and 4 to 6 p.m. Saturdays. Jim Woods supervises. no fees. Enrollment by calling 431-4199 or at 17 South Highland.
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Karras Declared Free Agent By NFL Teams
Alex Karras cannot play for the Detroit Lions or the Washington Redskins. The defensive tackle was placed on waivers by Detroit Monday night and declined an offer from Washington on Wednesday.
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Lions Star Karras Leaves Lions After NFL Waiver
Karras, a 36 year old veteran of 13 seasons with Detroit, declined the Redskins offer and opted to become a free agent after the NFL voided Washingtons claim. The Lions faced protest as fans voiced anger over his release while Karras noted his rocky relation with Detroit management and his prior suspension for alleged game related activity.
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