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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1966

Page

4

Cowboys Capitalize On 49ers Offensive Errors

San Francisco and Dallas squared off in an exhibition game with the Cowboys seizing two early San Francisco miscues. Dallas built a 24 13 win as Mira passed for 161 yards with a TD while Brodie’s status for next week remained unsettled.

Cowboys 49Ers San Francisco UPI San Francisco Forty Niners Jack Christiansen Forty Niners Dallas Cowboys Los Angeles Rams Cleveland Browns George Mira John Brodie Lee Roy Johnson Don Meredith Pete Gent Dallas Mike Gaechter Ken Willard Dan Reeves

Clay's Mouth In Training For Next Fight

Cassius Clay begins verbal training for his world heavyweight title defense against Karl Mildenberger, ahead of Frankfurt on September 10. He plans footwork changes and has sparring partners as he notes London’s knockout and praises his forthcoming challenger. Mildenberger, watching London’s bout, disputes Clay’s punching power and vows to expose him.

Chicago UPI Cassius Clay Karl Mildenberger Germany Brian London London New York Frankfurt Mildenberger Clay Sparmates

Clay knocks out London to retain world heavyweight title

In London Cassius Clay from Louisville knocked out Brian London in the 20th round to retain the world heavyweight championship. In Manila Gabriel Elorde defeated Percy Hayles on points in Jamaica.

United Press International London UPI Cassius Clay Louisville Brian London Britain Manila Gabriel Flash Elorde Philippines Percy Hayles Jamaica

South Africa’s Ludick Outpoints Josse Lin in Heavyweight Bout

In Johannesburg Willie Ludick beat Jean Josse Lin on points failing to crown a clear champ as scores listed show Ludick’s edge. In Mexico City Vicente Saldivar defeated Mitsunori Seki on points to retain the world featherweight title.

Johannesburg UPI Willie Ludick South Africa Jean Josselin France Mexico City Vicente Saldivar Mexico Mitsunori Seki Japan Manuel Ramos Wayne Heath Oklahoma City Okda Mario Diaz Richie Sue Portland Pre

Amarillo Seeks Texas League Lead With Key Wins

Arkansas holds a three game edge after Sunday results as Amarillo beat Albuquerque 4 2 and Austin edged El Paso 9 5. Arkansas defeated Dallas Fort Worth 6 4 to maintain distance, while Dallas Fort Worth, Albuquerque, and Austin all posted results.

United Press International Amarillo Texas Baseball League Arkansas Dallas - Fort Worth Sonics Austin el Paso Albuquerque W. L. Pet Albuqugerque Dallas FW E Paso Dallas-Fort Worth Albuqgerque

Sportsmen To Elect New Officers

Red River Sportsmen's Club will elect officers and directors at a Tuesday 7:30 p.m. meeting. The session is announced by president Robert Johnson and will be held at the West Texas Utilities building. All members are urged to attend.

Red River Sportsmen’s Club Robert Johnson West Texas Utilities Building

Dressen in serious condition with kidney infection

Detroit Tigers manager Charlie Dressen, 67, was listed in serious condition at Ford Hospital with an acute kidney infection. He had been out since May 16 after his second heart attack in 14 months and hoped to learn by mid August if he could return to managing baseball.

Detroit UPI Charlie Dressen Detroit Tigers Ford Hospital Dressen Tigers

Baseball Standings and Schedule Notation Summary

National and American League standings show teams with records and games back. Listed are Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Atlanta, Houston, New York, Chicago with their records and gaps. Upcoming games and probable pitchers are noted for Monday and Tuesday across both leagues with times in EDT.

United Press International National League Los Angeles Pittsburgh San Francisco Philadelphia St. Louis Cincinnati M Atlanta Houston New York Chicago Cincinnati Sutton Johnson Marichal Sadecki Maloney Ellis W. L. Pet Baltimore Detroit Cleveland California Minnesota Kansas City Washington Boston Kaat Nash Padres McCormick Bell Santiago

Weekend Sports Summary

Clay defended his heavyweight title with a third round knockout of Brian London. Buckpasser won the American Derby at Arlington Park in track record time. Ian OBrien set a world 220 yard breaststroke mark at the British Empire Games trials. Great Power won the Sapling Stakes by a nose at Monmouth Park. David Krussow, 12, won the Lean Box Derby with a $7500 scholarship. R H Sikes won the Cleveland Open by three strokes.

United Press International Saturday London UPI Cassius Clay Brian London Chicago Ogden Phipps Buckpasser Arlington Park Kingston Jamaica Ian O’brien Australia Oceanport N.Y Great Power Bold Ruler Monmouth Park Akron, Ohio David Krussow Tacoma Wash

Brabham Wins Fourth Major Title at West German Grand Prix

Australian driver Jack Brabham clinched his fourth major driving title of the year by winning the West German Grand Prix held in Adenau Germany. The victory solidifies Brabham as the season’s top competitor.

Adenau Germany Jack Brabham Australia

Killy wins men downhill at World Alpine Champs

In Portillo Chile Jean Claude Killy of France captured the men's downhill title at the World Alpine Ski Championships. In Glen Cove Gene Scott of St. James New York defeated Ray Moore of South Africa 0 6 3 6 4 4 6 4 to win the Nassau Bowl grass court tennis championship.

Portillo Chile Jean Claude Killy France Glen Cove UPI Gene Scott St. James N.Y Ray Moore

Kathy Whitworth wins Lady Carling Eastern Open title

Kathy Whitworth captured the Lady Carling Eastern Open with a five under par 217 to claim victory in Sutton Massachusetts. The UPI report notes her final score and tournament outcome.

Sutton Mass UPI Kathy Whitworth

Kathy Whitworth Tops Lady Carling Eastern Pen Champion

Kathy Whitworth won the $15 000 Lady Carling Eastern Pen championship by one stroke over Carol Mann finishing five under par 217. Mann earned 1750, Betsy Cullen Marlene Hagge Marilyn Smith and Clifford Ann Creed tied for third at 223. Whitworth's 1966 winnings rise to 20902 with 2250 more. fifth win this year and 24th overall.

Sutton Mass Kathy Whitworth Carol Mann Baltimore Miss Whitworth Miss Mann Betsy Cullen Marlene Hagge Marilyn Smith Clifford Ann Creed

Open for air only notice perplexes Swindon station crowd

Passengers at Swindon railway station encounter a puzzling notice near the inquiry window reading Open for air only. The brief message sparks confusion among travelers as staff seek clarification.

Swindon England

Dodgers win pennant race by hitting surge over dissension

Dodgers sweep Astros 14-3 in the Astrodome as they pile up 47 hits in the series and move back into first place by a game's edge. Willie Davis Roger Fairly and Roseboro pace the attack. Moeller earned the win while Osteen started. Pirates fall with a 9-7 loss to Cincinnati as San Francisco closes in.

Vito Stellino UPI Los Angeles Dodgers Dodger Maury Wills Dodgers Pittsburgh Pirates Astrodome Houston Astros Pittsburgh Pirates Cincinnati San Francisco Chicago Atlanta Philadelphia New York St Louis Washington Baltimore Detroit Boston Cleveland California Minnesota Kansas City Isl Willie Davis Ron Fairly John Rosebore Wills Jim Barbieri Lou Johnson Jim Lefebvre Joe Moeller Claude Osteen

Giants edge Steelers as Gogolak boots 34 yard FG

In an exhibition, Pete Gogolak, new Giants kicker, nails a 34 yard field goal to give New York a 16-14 win over Pittsburgh. Booth Luster adds four field goals for the Bills in a 19-13 victory over Boston. other results include Rams over Browns 16-6 and Cowboys over 49ers 24-13.

New York Giants Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns San Francisco 49Ers Giants Pete Gogolak Pittsburgh Steelers Bills Gogolak Booth Luster Buffalo Boston Patriots Browns Jiro Brown Los Angeles Rams 49Ers John Brodie Dallas Cowboys San Diego Miami Kansas City Denver St Louis Atlanta Philadelphia Chicago Minnesota Detroit Cornell Gary Wood Steeler Bruce Gossett Clancy Williams Rams Don Meredith Bob Jencks Cardinals Falcon Fred Cox Vikings Wayne Walker Lions Luster

Television Listings for August 8 1966

Channel 3 lists Huntley Brinkley at 5 30 and late night news. Programs include The Losers Ripcord John Forsythe Dr Kildare Summer Music Hall Run For Your Life and Mr T Show rerun. Channel 4 presents Zorro Dr Kildare John Davidson Tonight Show and Tonight. Channel 5 features C B S News To Tell The Truth Ive Got A Secret Vacation Play House Andy Griffith Show Hazel Talent Scouts News The Big Flicker. Channel 6 offers Bat Masterson CBS News Weather Newscene Ive Got A Secret Vacation Playhouse Andy Griffith Snow Monday Night Movie Romanoff and Juliet Weather Movie Nightcap Theatre. Channel 2 shows ABC News Tales of Wells Fargo Rifleman O Clock High Jessie James Man Called Shenandoah Peyton Place Big Valley Rebel Without A Cause News Weather Movie.

Kfox TV John Forsythe Kgnc . TV John Davidson KFDA C. B.S Andy Griffith Hazel Kauz TV Channel Bat Masterson CBS News Weather Motior Vacation Playhouse Snow Romanoff and Juliet Nightcap Kvit TV KAUZ Your Navy Captain Kangree Andy of Mayberry Dick van Dyke Search For Tomorrow Guiding Light Kauzma

Daytime TV Schedule Dazzles With Wide Mix Of Soaps and News

On Tuesday August 9 1966 KFDX KGNC and KAUZ air a dense slate of daytime and early evening programs. Soap operas The Doctors Another World Love of Life The Edge of Night As The World Turns and general interest shows anchor the day alongside game shows News broadcasts NBC CBS and ABC reports round out the lineup.

KFDX RFD Weather Today NBC News Weather & News Funny Company Woody Woodpecker Kgnc TV Ruth Brent Sheriff Bill Bronco

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Princess Grace Monaco Grace Kelly Mira Wilard Tommy Davis Davis Danny Villanueva Christiansen Brodie NFL Turku Finland John Perneli Bill Toomey Pernell Toomey Ron Morris Killer Enna Sicily Enna Italy Franco Loe Dico Marsilio Panetti Lo Dico Garfield National Veteran Boxers Association Paterson N.J Jack Larkin New Jersey Tiger Childress Index R. H Sikes Horace Clarke New York Yankee Nureyev Jim Gosper Cloninger Larry Jackson Rico Carty Joe Torre Braves Tim McCarver Bob Gibson Hal Woodeshick Jack Fisher Mets Ron Swoboda By Fred Memane UPI Sports Torignts Cline Motor Company 208 Ave. C Kelvinator Appliances Muntz Sylvania T Farm & Ranch Lucy Andy of Mayberry the Guiding Light Electronic News Report Art Linkletter Mister Mimiken Gloria Donna Reed Ben Casey Tjs General Hospital ABC News
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