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Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1969

Page

9

Tar Heels and Gamecocks Clash In ACC Doubleheader

In Charlotte Friday night North Carolina and South Carolina meet in a high profile ACC doubleheader at the Coliseum with UNC riding a 11 game win streak and a No. 2 national rating while SC is 6g 15-3 overall and chasing a school record in conference wins. The second game features N C State vs Clemson.

Charlotte North Carolina South Carolina Charlotte Coliseum North Carolina State Clemson N.C. State UNC ACC Gamecock Gamecocks Frank McGuire Bob Cremits Tar Heels Dean Smith Carolina McGuire Duke Virginia Wake Forest State Wolfpack Coliseum

Friday First Big Test of Players' Strike

CHICAGO AP The first test of the threatened major league baseball players strike comes Friday when White Sox pitchers and catchers report to Sarasota for early spring training. Ed Short will fly in to meet with manager Al Lopez as nine rookie pitchers and two new catchers arrive. Don Osinski already is in Sarasota with others expected, as the team plans to start early for a Mexico City goodwill tour that may be canceled.

Chicago Botterymen Chicago White Sox Sarasota Fla Pale Hose Payne Park Ed Short Sox Short al Lopez Players Association Don Osinski Hawaii Mickey Abarbanel Paul Edmondson Danny Lazar Jim Magnusson Dennis O’ Toole Fred Rath Sonny Secrist Mickey Vandehey Ed Herrmann Doug Adams White Sox Mexico City

Ted Williams Accepts Washington Manager Post

Ted Williams, famed slugger and last .400 hitter, was named manager of the Washington Senators by owner Bob Short. The deal, long-term though undisclosed, follows Short's earlier NFL move with Vince Lombardi and replaces Jim Lemon. Williams, 50, a Hall of Famer known for his Red Sox career and Marine service, had previously declined managing offers and had retired to fishing.

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Soccer Officials Dream Up Games For Betting Pools

London AP reports soccer betting pools officials proposed alternative games to keep bettors engaged if weekend matches are canceled by winter weather. A panel may decide results from postponed fixtures and pay out as if played. Last seen during the 1963 big freeze, the plan faces legal questions, with no government intervention. Pending weather, a large prize is anticipated, with treble chances offering top payouts, occasionally reaching £480,000.

London Britain

W&M Thinclads Favored In Four-Team Indoor Meet

Lexington AP Fourteen teams vie in the Virginia Collegiate Indoor Track Championships on Saturday. William and Mary, aiming for a fourth straight team title, features returning champions Doug Griffith Dave Watson Juris Luzin Howell Michael and a strong mile relay led by Bill Findler. Defending runners up include VMI's Bob Habasevich not competing due to football injury.

Lexington Virginia William and Mary Indians Virginia Tech W&m Doug Griffith Dave Watson Juris Luzin Howell Michael Bill Findler Mike Fratkin Tom Duffey Dan Henneberg Griffith VMI Bob Habasevich Richmond Washington and Lee Hampden - Sydney Lynchburg Roanoke Bridgewater Virginia Union Virginia State Randolph- Macon Old Dominion al Sinesky Terry Wright Tech Hank Smith Jerry Gaines

Bruins Ride Wave In East To NHL Title Bid

Boston Bruins surge as they blend offense and defense in pursuit of their first Stanley Cup since 1941. Despite injuries forcing lineup shuffles, GM Milt Schmidt praises the farm system while coach Harry Sinden routes a cohesive, resilient group. The team trails Montreal by six points yet rides a 39-9-12 slate and a dominant home record as they prep for a five game road swing.

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