National League East chase adds late-season drama
Baseball fans foresee a tight NL East pennant race between the Pirates and Mets, with Chicago Cubs lurking as a possible contender. Pittsburgh led by 1½ games before the All Star break as St Louis faltered, while New York and Montreal struggle in the East. Orioles dominate the AL East with strong bats and deep pitching.
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Cincinnati
Reds
Wayne Simpson
Jim Merritt
Lkely
Baltimore
New York Yankees
Detroit Tigers
Orioles
Frank Robinson
Boog Powell
Brooks Robinson
Jim Palmer
Dave McNally
Mike Cuellar
Birds
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New York Mets
Chicago Cubs
Pirates
Mets
St. Louis Cardinals
Montreal Expos
Expos
Chicago
Cubs
Leo Durocher
Griffith Defeats Tiger In One Round At MSG
Emile Griffith, now a five time world champion, earned a decisive one round win at Madison Square Garden, ending Dick Tiger’s bid for the world middleweight and light heavyweight titles. Tiger, who had moved from Nigeria, left the ring with a 117-3 career record in decline.
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Emile Griffith
Dick Tiger
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Tiger
Madison Square Garden
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Benverut
Carlos Monzon
Nigeria
Nelas
Chikie Ferrara
Ferrara
Omaha Royals sweep Oklahoma City in doubleheader
George Spriggs drove in four runs to lift the Omaha Royals to an 8-6 win over Oklahoma City, completing a sweep after an 8-1 opener. Sandy Valdespino had four runs in the nightcap, Monty Montgomery won the first game, and Jim York closed out the second. Evansville visits for a 3 Six game series with Jerry Cram slated to pitch for Omaha at Rosenblath Stadium at 7:20.
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Omaha
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Jim York
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Hayals
Jerry Cram
Omahans
Ducks Unlimited report praises habitat conditions nationwide
The Tatest notes prairie wide water conditions kept spring habitat excellent with broods faring well. While April snow delayed nest initiation for early-nesting ducks, late nesters will surge in mid July with production extending into September. Water should remain ample and nesting in stubble fields exceeded normal production. Iowa may adopt a paint point system for fall hunting, Nebraska жд.
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Chiefs open camp with 36 rookies and sign Glasson
Liberty Missouri United Press International reports the Kansas City Chiefs began training camp with 36 rookies, led by coach Hank Stram, who noted many rookie mistakes. The team signed Clyde Glasson from Texas-El Paso, a seventh-round pick expected to handle returns. Stram, limited by no veterans, ran quarterback drills with Doug Golcomb from Purdue joining in.
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Lonborg Returns to Red Sox Roster in Pitcher Swap
Boston gains Jim Lonborg from the disabled list by optioning Jose Santiago to Louisville of the International League. Lonborg, 1967 AL Cy Young winner, was shelved last month after a shoulder injury and is back on the roster.
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Family Y Girls Rally For Victory In Softball Clash
The Family Y girls’ softball team came from behind to beat Long Branch 28 to 21 on Tuesday night at Glur Park. Jane Gildea, Jan Hoge, and Janelle Krumland homered for the winners, while Gail Buss homered for Long Branch. Karen Jensen earned the win with Falla Grofelueschen taking the loss.
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Tennis money and love clash at Madison Square Garden
Rol Layer and Ken Rosewall will chase a $5,000 prize in a $50,000 event at Madison Square Garden. Pancho Gonzalez and Pancho Segura back youngsters Vitas Gerulaitis and Steve Geller in a doubles match to spark interest, then Laver and Rosewall meet. Gonzalez praises exhibitions to help youths and watch the heavyweight feel of the match.
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Difference of 2 million per year sparks NFL labor clash
The NFL Players Association and 26 club owners dispute pension and insurance contributions. The union seeks a 3.6 million annual increase, owners offer 1.6 million plus concessions on postseason pay and licensing rights. TV revenue projections bolster the players. Meanwhile College All Star players, after a one day strike, return to practice ahead of the July 31 game with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Tigers sell Wilson to Padres in waiver deal
UPI report states pitcher Wilson, formerly with Detroit, moved to San Diego in a waiver transaction. The right hander, noted for injury issues and a 190-100 career record, adds a bat to the Padres lineup while Detroit fills a roster vacancy and may receive reliever Ron Herbel in return.
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Intrepid Wins Amid Wind Shift in Newport Trials
In Newport Rhode Island UPI reports Intrepid defeated Valiant by 2 minutes 36 seconds as stronger wind favored the defender. Weatherly edged Heritage in the other trial while race changes tested top contenders. standings show Intrepid 8 0 Valiant 3 5 Weatherly 3 4 Heritage 1 6.
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Morganna Strikes in All Star Game Incident
Morganna Roberts, 23, of Newport Kentucky, a known stripteaser, was fined 25 in Cincinnati Criminal Court for disorderly conduct after rushing the field at Riverfront Stadium during the All-Star game and attempting to kiss a player. She complained the officer tackled her as if she were a man.
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Carlos Injured in Eagles Training Camp
Philadelphia UPI reports John Carlos injured a knee while learning the Philadelphia Eagles pass patterns during a tent workout. The former collegiate track star, drafted 11th, will be out of uniform for at least six weeks.
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Mother daughter duel set in state golf semis
LINCOLN UP I reports the mother daughter team of Dorothy and Christie Schwartzkopf will meet in the semi finals of the Women’s State Golf Tournament at Lincoln Country Club. Christie, defending champion, beat June Sapgate 26 to advance. Dorothy defeated Barb Whinery. Also in semis are Jean Hyland and Joan Martig.
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Lou Vermaas
Art Harris to retire as Benson gymnast coach
Art Harris 59 will retire from coaching gymnastics at Benson High in Omaha. He introduced mnastics to Omaha high school sports and will remain a physical education teacher and counselor. Harris helped organize the state gymnastics meet in 1930 40 with outstate coaches. the event has run annually except during World War II. Three of his teams won state titles and all but three finished in the top five.
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Silver Spur Club Horse Show Sunday at Club Arena
The Silver Spur Club sponsors its 17th annual horse show Sunday at the club arena in Columbus. Fifteen competitive events include children and junior classes, with entry fees on a 35 25 15 10 percent basis and prizes in ribbons. Numerous sponsors and local businesses support the event.
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Turcotte brothers shine at Aqueduct and beyond
The Turcotte racing family dominates the scene with Rudy Turcotte’s three-winner day at Aqueduct and a 10-0 run for the young Turcotte. Ron Turcotte wins the Manitoba Derby aboard Fanfreluche in Winnipeg as British royalty watches. Prolific results include Franfreluche’s $4.80 payoff at Manitoba Centennial, Proven Flight’s $4.60 Jet Traffic Stakes win at Arlington, Iron Pro’s Delaware feature, and Road To Rock’s Suffolk Downs victory.
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Winnipeg
Fanfreluche
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Miss Royal Orbit
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Monmouth Park
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Delaware
Suffolk Downs
Nebraskans Qualify for US Junior Championship Golf
Lincoln players Steven King and Clint Dudley earned spots in the US Junior Championship Golf Tournament after shooting 77 and 78 at Hillcrest Country Club. Dudley, 15, won a sudden death playoff with Bob Swabn to clinch his place. The national meet is July 28 in Athens, Georgia.
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