Twins and Dodgers duel in pennant chase with high drama
In a busy American League night, Detroit Tigers moved to second after a 7-4 win over Minnesota as Carl Yastrzemski and Brooks Robinson stayed in a tight batting title chase. Wilie Horton and Rocky Colavito slugged for Detroit who gained ground behind Minnesota. Chicago White Sox surged into a three-way tie for third after two wins over Washington, while Baltimore and Cleveland traded results with Kansas City. The Yankees rose above .500 with a 6-1 win over Los Angeles as Al Downing contributed a strong start.
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Wilt Chamberlain signs $105,000 per year Sixers pact
Wilt Chamberlain agreed to a six-figure contract with the Philadelphia 76ers owner Ike Richman, likely earning about $105,000 annually. The deal marks a historic high for any athlete in any sport, with Chamberlain noting it as a healthy increase after $75,000 last year. The surrounding baseball notes in Los Angeles and other NL results are briefly mentioned as context.
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Chiefs trim roster after cuts of three rookies
The Kansas City Chiefs released rookies Ezell Seals of Prairie View AGM, Dec Griffith of Auburn and John Fritsch of the San Diego Marines last night, trimming their training camp roster.
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Olympic row threatens to harm athletes, Magnuson hopes hearings ease strain
Sen Warren G Magnuson urged Senate hearings to move toward a voluntary settlement between the NCAA and Amateur Athletic Union. He warned the long dispute harms young athletes and could weaken US track and field, noting tense testimony and public feuding.
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Fourth Round Entered by Casals and Bartkowicz in Philadelphia Cup
Rosemary Casals of San Francisco and Peaches Bartkowicz of Hamtramck Michigan advanced to the fourth round of the U S Girls Tennis championships at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. Casals defeated Ellen Friedlander of Milwaukee 6 2 6 0 and Bartkowicz beat Valerie Ziegenfuss of San Diego 6 2 5 0.
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US Davis Cup Team Struggles in Spain Opener
U S Davis Cup team fights hard but trails Spain after a disastrous opening day in Bableluna Spain The Spanish lead 2 0 as their veteran lineup defeats Americas top player and a rookie The United States faces a tough path to recovery with doubles to come and San t ana Avila and foes proving formidable opponents for Ra lston and McKinley
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Trapshooters Bid For Grand American Tournament Start
In Vandalia Ohio the Grand American Trapshooting Tournament opens Friday beginning a nine day event drawing top shooters from five states and Canada. Last year 2719 competed in the Grand American handicap. this year organizers expect near 3000 participants with preliminary events occupying the first three days. Delphos resident William E Duggan, a notable trapshooter, returns to defend his Grand American handicap title.
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Tow Hanna Spectacular Scrimmage Promises Beaver Budget News
Beaver Club plans a Tow Hanna spectacular football clinic at Howard J. Sheen field on August 10 with 55 prospects vying for top berths. Speakers will cover offense defense kicking and passing, followed by a scrimmage at 8 p.m. to reveal starters for the season opener against Warren September 11. Club members will sell season passes and memberships during the event.
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Volleyball Teams 5 And 4 Cop Three Each
Volleyball action at the YMCA last night sees Team 4 defeating Team 9 3–0 and Team 5 beating Team 2 3–0. Team 4 lineup: Jerry Ward Rot Brown John Butters. Team 5 lineup: Ron Johnson Vicky Duckes Denny Dycles. Defeated squads include Gary Swanson Tom Pierotti Tom Varassa Dan Abi and Team 2 with Jeff Wickwi Carl Wassink Bob Potu Pallowing. Team standings show Team 4 leading Team 3 and Team 2 in the league race.
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Distaff Golf Action At Curry Country Club
Yesterday's Ladies Day drew 25 players for 18-hole and hole events. Feen Rothrock led Flight A with Marie Sehpel second, Rothrock posting low net. Ann Chillock had low urns. Flight 4 winner Shirley Bailey with Morgan second. M dan low gross and shred ow ner with Mabel Bloom. Nine-hole winner Sia Woki duke with low net and gris lie. runners-up King Hanes Evelyn Kudemayer. Chip-ins listed for several players.
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Robinson Denies Discord In Cincinnati Club
Slugger Frank Robinson of the Reds denies rumors of dissension between hitters and pitchers. After a 64 victory over the Cubs, he says no truth to claims pitchers mutinied over poor run support. He notes losses by 20 and 21 runs and questions any complaints by the staff.
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