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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1972
Page
7
Former champion Comitz explains Jim Bennett’s path to Corry’s first state wrestling title in 1947. Bennett beat Tony Cunningham 7-2 in 136 pounds and Joel McGuier 12-1 in 136 pounds to secure a state crown, with Comitz calling Bennett the greatest wrestler in years.
Kansas City manager Bob Lemon hedges on declaring a title bid but says five clubs could win the AL West this year with Oakland the team to beat. The Royals rely on pitching depth led by Dick Drago Mike Hedlund and Paul Splittorff with Ted Abernathy Tom Burgmeier and Bruce Dal Canton in relief. Speed comes from Amos Otis and Fred Patek, while Bobby Rojas Schaal Mayberry and Piniella fill key roles as the lineup reshapes for a possible contending season.
Oakland owner Charles Finley and star pitcher Vida Blue report talks within about 20 000 in value as they negotiate 1972 terms. Blue met Finley at 1 am Monday for a three hour session offering to pitch for 50 000 with an undefined condition Finley rejected. Blue had sought 70 000 on Saturday after earning 14 750 last season in a 24 8 season with Cy Young and MVP honors. The Mansfield Louisiana native began bargaining January 8 aided by attorney Robert J. Gerst of Los Angeles and initially asked 115 000 while Finley held at 000.
Honolulu AP reports NFL meetings opened with a strong bid race among Los Angeles Houston Miami New Orleans and Dallas to host the next Super Bowl The listing notes Los Angeles as front runner over Houston with neutral site appeal Houston would use Rice Stadium Miami offers weather hotels and a history of hosting New Orleans is a longshot Dallas faces concern over Cowboys and venue selection at Cotton Bowl or Texas Stadium
Mrs. Payson backs Tom Seaver with a $120000 season to run, as the Mets seek a healthy spring. Seaver pitched four innings in a 4-3 loss to Los Angeles, saying he was pleased after 12 days off. Across spring games, Detroit beat the Yankees and Philadelphia beat Kansas City, with multiple exhibitions involving St. Louis, Montreal, Oakland, and others. Don Sutton and other veterans contributed in solid showings as teams tested lineups and rested players.
Grove City College sophomore Fred Schwab led the Wolverines in scoring and rebounding this season, with 325 points at 18.6 per game and 195 boards at 8.1 per game. He edged Ron Ward for scoring while Ernie Nagy was second on rebounds. the team finished 12-12.
After three weeks of the second half, Shot leads Corry Red and Gun Club Winter Skeet League with 349 points. Contestants include Wads 327 and Powder, with Primer team John Liebegall firing a perfect 24 high round last week and top shooters noted.
Lanny Fitch rolled three games above 900 and a 696 series to lead league action. His 696 series is the highest in league play this year, with other notable scores including John Evanko 218 and Stan Zajac 233 among 204 to 247 games from several bowlers.
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