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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1966

Page

5

Johnsons Draft Status Worries Orioles Fans Hope for Draft Exemption

Baltimore relies on Dave Johnson as the Orioles top the pennant race with a four game lead. At 23 the rookie faces possible draft service, while Adair’s trade leaves Baltimore thin at second base. Boog Powell Aparicio lift the offense in an 11-3 win over Kansas City.

Joe Gergen UPI Baltimore Orioles Dave Johnson Jerry Adair Johnson Baltimore Dave San Antonio Harry Dalton The Birds Adair Bob Johnson Woody Kansas City Detroit Tigers Cleveland Minnesota Boston New York San Francisco Atlanta Pittsburgh Houston Philadelphia Boog Powell Luis Aparicio Powell Aparicio Little Luis Orioles Ralph Terry Gene Braberder Wally Bunker Brabender Bunker Ed Charles Fred Whitfield Steve Hargan Whitfield Jim Perry Horgan Don Demeter Red Sox Demeter Detroit

Koufax Pays Back Dodgers With Box Office Gold

Sandy Koufax has drawn 615,897 fans in 18 advertised starts this season. The average attendance reaches 34,216 per game, with a low of 4,551 at Wrigley Field on April 22 against the Cubs.

U.S Milton Richman UPI New York Dodgers Sandy Koufax Koufax Sandy Cubs Wrigley Field

Koufax draws crowds and boosts Dodgers profits

The Dodgers acknowledge Sandy Koufax attracts large crowds, estimating at least 10 000 fans per start. Across 18 outings this season that suggests about 180 000 attendees worth $180 000 at a dollar each, potentially boosting Koufax earnings for Dodgers beyond his salary. Crowds in Shea Houston and Atlanta highlight Koufax as a major draw.

Koufax al Ferrar Dodgers Ace Mets Shea Stadium Houston Astrodome Atlanta Atlanta Stadium Braves Sandy Mr. O'Malley

Sons lead tightens as Arkansas ousts Dallas-Fort Worth

Arkansas beat Dallas-Fort Worth 5-2 to trim the Travelers league lead to one game. El Paso defeated the Sonics 31 in a separate game after both teams had five hits. Albuquerque topped Austin 5-3 as the Dodger affiliates posted 11 hits. Tonight’s schedule features Albuquerque at Arkansas and Austin at Amarillo.

United Press International Arkansas Dallas-Fort Worth Travelers Amarillo W. L. Pet el Paso Albuquerque Austin Dallas-Fw

Mickey Wright Opens Lead With Stellar Round At Hazeltine

Mickey Wright fired one of the best opening rounds in the US Women's Open at Hazeltine. She stood atop the leaderboard with two birdie putts on the front nine and a par 3 finish, while Carol Mann carded 73 and Donna Caponi 74 as 97 players began the tournament.

Chaska Minn Mickey Wright Dallas Hazeltine National Golf Course Carol Mann Donna Caponi Sharon Miller Sandra Spuzich Roberta Albers Joyce Kazmieski Ruth Jessen Clifford Ann Creed Peggy Wilson Kathy Whitworth Patty Berg Barbara Romack

Major League Leaders Summary

National League leaders include Aaron of the Braves with 24 runs, Hart of the Giants 20, and Alou and Torre at 17. In the American League Robinson and Scott lead with 18 runs batted in, Colavito and Killebrew among leaders, while the Orioles' Powell and Robinson show strong totals. Pitching leaders feature Cuellar and Koufax with 6-1 and 14-2 records respectively, alongside Knowles and Blass.

Aaron Braves Hart Giants Mavs Alou & Torre F. Robinson Orioles Scott Red Sox Powell & B. Robinson Colavito Indians Killebrew & Oliva Twins Pepitone Yanks Mars Wynn Astros White Allen Philles Clemente Pirates B. Robinson Powell FP. Robinson Oliva Cuellar Astros Perry Koufax Dodgers Knowles Phillies United Press International National League G. Abr

Americans Compete in British Open Qualifiers at Muirfield

At Muirfield Scotland 260 golfers contest the first of two Open qualifying rounds with 13 Americans among them Jack Nicklaus from Columbus Ohio the 7 2 favorite to win his first Open title on his fifth attempt The field includes Arnold Palmer and defending champion Peter Thomson as they seek spots for the July 6 9 tournament Separate Gullane and Luffness groups with players from Houston Philadelphia Los Angeles and other cities compete in 18 hole rounds today and tomorrow for 40 berths each plus 45 exempted players beginning at Muirfield.

Mairfield Scotland UPS United States Jack Nicklaus Columbus Ohio Nicklaus Arnold Palmer Peter Thomson Australia Muirfield Gullane Luffness Minrfield US Jackson Bradley Houston Tex George Fazio Philadelphia Hubby Habian Lake Forest Ill Matt L. McBride Bill Castleman White Sulphur Springs

Halcyon Upsets Washington-Lee at Henley Regatta

Halcyon Boat Club of Concord New Hampshire pulled a half length upset over Washington-Lee High School of Arlington Virginia as the Henley Regatta opened. Washington-Lee alleged sabotage citing a tampered No 6 oarlock that delayed the crew before the start and left only ten minutes to restart. Halcyon edged ahead at the finish in a dramatic race.

Henley England UPI Halcyon Boat Club Concord N.H Washington-Lee High School Arlington Washington-Lee Virginia John Dewey Halcyon

Regional Boxing Results From Major Cities

Pete Riccitelli of Portland outpoints Sonny Moore of New York in Portland. Eddie Jones of Los Angeles defeated Billy Stephan of Hollywood in Los Angeles. Freeman Hardin of Riverside halted Sonny King of Henderson in Las Vegas.

United Press International Portland, Maine Pete Riccitelli Portland Maine Sonny Moore New York Los Angeles UPI Eddie Jones Billy Stephan Hollywood Calif Las Vegas Nev Freeman Hardin Riverside Sonny King Henderson

Spaniard Santana Wins Wimbledon Title

Manuel Santana became the first Spaniard to win the men's Wimbledon Championship by defeating American Dennis Ralston in straight sets 6 4, 11 9, 6 4.

Manuel Santana Dennis Ralston

Johnson approves all Viet bombing targets

President Johnson personally approves all targets for air attacks in North Viet Nam. Gen John P. McConnell testified that final target decisions for a month ahead are made by the President after JC S and Pacific commands coordinate. The testimony described a strained TAC situation and noted no plans for further National Guard mobilization.

John A. Goldsmith United Press International Washington UPI Johnson North Viet Nam Air Force John P. McConnell McConnell Hanoi Haiphong Tactical Air Command Gabriel Disosway TAC Sen Leverett Saltonstall R-Mass John C. Stennis Dmiss J. Strom Thurmond R-S.c North Viet Nam Joint Chiefs of Staff Pacific Defense Robert S Stennis State Department

Oil Dumps Bombed Near Haiphong. Civilians Killed in Mistake

U S war planes hit oil installations near Haiphong for the third day while Viet Cong targets fell to ground forces 60 miles northeast of Saigon. A second strike accidentally hit a village killing five civilians and wounding 43 as U S forces reported Viet Cong casualties in Cambodia. China warned the United States but avoided pledging intervention.

Saigon UPS U.S Haiphong Johnson North Viet Nam South Viet Nam Bien Hoa U.S. 1St Infantry Division Cambodia China Hanoi London

Wall Street outlook on Dow stability amid Viet Nam escalation

L. C. Hooper of W. E. Hutton & Co says the market isn the Viet Nam era remains resilient despite tight credit and blue chip hesitation. He notes the Dow industrials may test the 859.13 intraday low but sees solid support around the 820 to 850 range.

New York UPI L. C. Hooper W. E. Hutton & Co Viet Nam Dow Jones

Market Outlook Mixed For Six Months Watch News Sensitivity

The International Statistical Bureau Inc. foresees a mixed market for the next six months with groups highly sensitive to domestic and international news. Newton D. Zinder of E. F. Hutton & Co. expects many trading funds to stay on the sidelines until oversold conditions trigger a substantial rally or the Dow Jones Industrial Average passes the 903–911 resistance.

International Statistical Bureau Inc Newton D. Zinder E. F. Hutton & Co., Inc

Thunderstorm outlook shows hazy coast near clear skies

The report notes continued thunderstorm activity from page one with skies clear to partly cloudy and haze near the coast. Overnight temperatures drop to 60 at Alpine and 76 at Beaumont and Presidio.

Alpine Beaumont Presidio

Turner Papers Views on Water Rates and Pension Goals in Childress

Retired Childress resident Turner recalls work as machinist in Breckenridge during the 1922 railroad strike and as night foreman. He writes a column in the Childress Index protesting city water rates and plans a second pension while seeking lower rates. Turner, married to Eula May since 1921, lives at 1010 H. M. with son Jimmy, a highway district foreman and church deacon. He has held Rotary and Burlington Veterans leadership and led the West Texas Chamber of Commerce for Childress in 1957-58.

Ars Childress Breckenridge Turner Childress Index Eula May Fort Worth H. M Jimmy District Highway Department First Baptist Church Rotary Club Burlington Veteran's Association West Texas Chamber of Commerce

Martin Says He Earns His Strenuous TV Schedule

Dean Martin describes his workload of three films a year plus television work and live appearances. He drinks milk during rehearsals and on air with Phil Harris while detailing his audience focus on country listeners and the ease of television work. He emphasizes daily commitment to writing and performing.

Vernon Scott UPI Hollywood Dean Martin Phil Harris Phil Martin NBC New ‘York Chicago Los Angeles

Amerson Free After Mistrial In 1965 Slaying Case

Angleton Texas Henry F Amerson 38 was freed after a jury could not reach a verdict on whether he strangled a female airport insurance agent in 1965. District Judge G P Hardy Jr declared a mistrial as jurors reported 9 3 for acquittal. The case ended with a deadlock and a mistrial.

Angleton Tex UPI Henry F. Amerson G. P. Hardy Jr

Embezzler Geiger Leaves Alderson on Parole

Burnice Iverson Geiger, once linked to a historic bank embezzlement, is reported to have left Alderson Federal Women's Prison on parole. No further details on case numbers or destinations were provided in the summary.

Alderson UPI Burnice Iverson Geiger Alderson Federal Women’s

Hit and run after steer chases driver in Colorado

A Colorado man, Roland A. Uber, 41, said he hit an Angus steer while driving and fled when the angry animal chased him after he stepped from his car. No injuries were reported.

Colo UPI Roland A. Uber Angus

Friday July 1 1966 Local TV Prime Schedule

TV listings for KFOX KAUZ KVII KFDA and KFDA show July 1 1966 schedules with 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM programming including news weather sports movies and several series such as Huntley Brinkley Report The Wild Wild West Hogan's Heroes Man from U N C L E and Tonight Show with time slots across four stations.

Kfox TV Ice Palace U.n.c.lf Kauz TV CBS News Weather In Motion Newscape KFDA Gomer Pyle Smother Brothers Ernest Tubb Jerry Jaff Jetsons Fury Compass Miss Brooks Wilburn Bros Porter Wagner Flipper Jeanie Ken Murray Hollywood

TV Schedule Snapshot from KGNC/KVII Stations

A dense listing of Saturday July 2 1966 broadcasts across KGNC and KVII networks featuring animated shows like The Jetsons and Tom and Jerry, westerns such as Gunsmoke, sports and news blocks, Weather and Sports reports, soap operas, and theater presentations with numerous time slots and channel tags.

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