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Newspaper

Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1971

Page

17

Orioles Top Yankees 3-1 Behind Palmer No-Hit Bid

Jim Palmer pitched a four hitter over nine innings to beat the New York Yankees 3-1. Dave Johnson hit a two run homer for Baltimore in the fourth, while Mike Kekich of the Yankees allowed only two hits in seven innings before yielding Johnson's blast. Don Buford scored to give Baltimore an early lead on a throwing error by Horace Clarke. A separate note reports twenty young players from Lake and Porter counties departing for a 10 day Russian soccer trip to learn about other nations and foster U.S. friendship.

NEW York Jim Palmer Dave Johnson Baltimore Orioles New York Yankees Palmer Jerry Kenney Yankees Kenney Ray White Mike Kekich Johnson Orioles Don Buford Horace Clarke Merv Rettenmund Baltimore KEW YORK Adr Butord Belanger Murcer Cf Whitean Sinmberg Cf Djwinson Michael Kekrich Dalimple Gibbs Aker E—Clarke New Yorthr Dijonasen Buford S—Belanger Datermaate H Rer Kekich Aker S We—palmer Gary, Ind Lake Porter Counties Russia Nick Matavuli Indiana John Daley U.S Ron Roach Associated Press Thousand Oaks Calif Arkansas San Diego Lance Alworth Alworth San Diego Chargers Sid Gillman Pam Landry Dallas Ron East Tony Liscio J Pettis Norman Chargers Sid Allil Hiierarchy Gillman Eugene Kiein Sam Schulman Il “T Ktein

Unclear OCR Record From 19th Century Pitching Data

fragmentary OCR notes list pitching figures and city names, mentioning San Francisco Pittsburgh and late year figures. unclear dates or teams. reads like isolated stats with possible player names and percentages but lacks coherent narrative or complete context.

Giocinnat J Dabia de San Francisco Pittsburgh Ae Ells Eusearat Fare Cariton St. Late

Laver Fourth Seeded In Tough Canadian Open Field

The Toronto event opens with Rod Laver as the fourth seed behind John Newcombe Arthur Ashe and Cliff Drysdale. Evonne Goolagong leads the women's side in pursuit of the $4,000 prize. Margaret Court is out due to pregnancy. Cuba beats Venezuela 6 0 to gain a Pan American Games baseball crown tie as U S and Colombia trail.

Toronto Rod Laver Australia Rude John Newcombe Arthur Ashe Richmond Cliff Drysdale South Africa Evonne Goolagong Whiz Texas Lamar Hunt Pancho Gonzales Los Angeles Rosemary Casals San Francisco Virginia Wade England

When Is a Basketball Fix Legal Not a Clear Answer

The Pan American Games row over Brazil’s 73-68 win over Cuba and a Brazil Cuba United States point pattern drew calls of fixing. Officials argued ethics while others noted legality and self preservation. USA coach Gudger and players lament the group pairing and the slim margin that allowed Brazil to edge Cuba, leaving the United States sidelined.

Jim Gudger USA East Texas State Brazil United States

Sam McDowell Rejoins Indians After Dropping Lawsuit

Cleveland Indians lefty Sam McDowell will rejoin the club in Cooperstown for the Hall of Fame exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs and sign for the 1972 season. He will be reinstated once manager Lipon confirms readiness to pitch and he drops his bid to be released as a free agent.

Cleveveland Cleveland Indians Gabe Paul Sam McDowell Paul McDowell Cooperstown N.Y Indians Chicago Cubs Sam John Lipon Ball Club Fred Weisman Suhn Hall Club Kuhn Vada Pinson Graig Nettles Ken Harrelson MecDowell Major League Baseball Players Association Phoar Monroeville Cleveland

Phillies Top Pirates 5-3 Behind Johnson Double

Deron Johnson drove in a pair with a run-scoring double as the Phillies built a 5-0 lead and held on to defeat the Pirates 5-3 in Pittsburgh. Rick Wise and Billy Wilson combined on seven hits to earn the win while Bob Moose took the loss for Pittsburgh despite late resistance.

Pittsburgh Deron Johnson Rick Wise Billy Wilson Philadelphia Phillies Pittsburgh Pirates Johnson Larry Bowa Phillies Bob Moose Pirates Wise Philadelphia Willie Montanez Don Money Montanez Ron Stane Bowa Tim McCartyer Money Elines Ghisti Rstone Alley Briles Don Clemente Tal Son OB Montanez O.johnson B.robertson Metarver

Pistol Packing Papas Set World Marks in Pan American Games

CALI Colombia AP The United States set two world records in duel center fire pistols at the Pan American Games. Sergeant Robert Whitacre of Columbus Georgia broke the individual record with 233 of 300 in one round, but Marine Chief Warrant Officer Frank Higginson of Placerville California won gold with a 593 total. The U S team also set a new world record with 1 853 of 2 000 points to capture the team gold. London Colchester United Wins Wathey Cup on Penalties West Bromwich.

Cali Colombia Army Robert Whitacre Lof Columbus Frank Higginson Placerville Calif Higginson Whitacre U.S

Lance Alworth Faces New Life After Football and Finances

Former AFL star Lance Alworth reflects on his rise in football and bold forays into business, then bankruptcy losses and a fresh start with the Dallas Cowboys. He recalls contracts, legal disputes, and a shift to real estate while adjusting to life after the Chargers trade.

Alworth San Diego Denny Wittman Ohio State Dallas

Paul Denies Robinson to Coach Indians Next Season

Cleveland leader Gabe Paul rejected Dick Young's New York Daily News column alleging Frank Robinson would take over as Indians manager in 1972. Paul emphasized Johnny Lipon remains Cleveland's manager and not an interim figure, noting Lipon's continued role depends on his performance with a 2-7 record since July 30.

Cleveland Cleveland Indians Gabe Paul Frank Robinson Baltimore Orioles Indians Johnny Lipon Paul New York Daily News Dick Young Lipon Robinson Orioles Johnny Alvin Dark New York Harry Dalton Frank

Boxer William Markley In Critical Condition After Sparring

Portland Maine. William Markley an 18 year old professional boxer remains in critical condition at Maine Medical Center. Officials said a jab to Markleys left ear jolted him during a sparring session at Arena Gym. He initially felt fine but shortly after lost consciousness and was taken by ambulance to the hospital.

Portland Maine William Markley Maine Medical Center Markley Arena Gym

American duo win Europe and North Africa star sailing title

James Schoonmaker and Tom Dudinsky of Biscayne Bay Yachting Club became the first American crew to win the Europe and North Africa star class open sailing championship held in Cascais Portugal.

Cascais Portugal James Schoonmaker Tom Dudinsky Florida Biscayne Bay

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