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Newspaper

Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1968

Page

10

Rated Touchdown Favorite To Beat North Stars Today

Mobile Alabama hosts the 19th annual Senior Bowl with the Dixie All-Stars favored over the North. Coaches Hank Stram and Mike Vollavak lead the South and North, respectively, as top college seniors showcase passing duels and potential professional stars. Passers Hammond Warren Toscano Schneider headline a high powered aerial attack, with sizable prize money for winners.

Ron Spook Mobile Ala Kim Hammond Joman State Haway Warren Tennessee Dixie NBC Wyoming Paul Toscano Toledo John Schneider Tulsa Rick Eber San Diego State Haven Moses Dennis Homan Alabama Freddie Hyatt Auburn Bob Goodridge Vanderbilt Hammond Warren Claude Humphrey Tennessee A & 3 Dan Sartin Mississippi Fred Call Texas el Paso Jimmy Keyes D. D. Lewis Mississippi State Dick Anderson Colorado Yankee Anderson North Jim Kiick Bobby Duhon Tulane Stramm Florida State Penn State

Prime Facts Captures Pimlico Race On Frozen Track

Prime Facts won the featured Friday race at Pimlico over Belvoir from Red Wing Farm by three quarters of a mile in 1 19. Pavarnd Ganse Rew finished third. Prime Facts paid 9.20 4.80 and 2.60. Hydrology 2nd clinched a Tropical Park win giving Arnold Winick his 20th trainer victory. Time to Leave led Santa Anita's 54 furlong feature, paying 3. 2. 40. jockeys Sellers Velasquez also won multiple races across the day.

Associated Press den Norman Prime Facts Gelober Pimlico Belvoir Red Wing Farm Pavarnd Ganse Rew Goose Boy John M. Olin Hydrology Tropical Park Arnold Winick Winick Chicago Larry Adams Leonine Reely Beeg Own John Sellers Santa Anita Danny Velasquez Morgaise Schatzi Pie Schatai Pie Sellers Prince Pablo Milk

Four Players Share Title at Hastings Chess Congress

In Hastings England four players from Communist nations tied for first after nine rounds with six points each. Leonid Stein Alexey Suetin Flavian Gheorghiu and Vlastimil Hort will share a $1,020 prize pool. Frank Rhoden, director, threatened to quit over dull play and alleged no prearranged draw. HOBART Tasmania AP Tony Risby earns four year Nevada Reno scholarship to study business administration.

Hastings England Frank Rhoden Congress Leonid Stein Alexey Suevin Russia Flavin Gheorghiu Romania Vlastimil Hort Czechoslovakia Hobart Tasmania Tony Risby University of Nevada At Reno

Lou Brock Signs 1968 Contract With Cardinals

Lou Brock, star left fielder and base stealing leader, signed a 1968 contract with the St. Louis Cardinals in Anaheim. At 28, he posted a .289 average, led the league in stolen bases, and starred in the World Series. Stan Musial praised him as an outstanding player. Bing Devine stated Brock should continue to excel. Brock expressed satisfaction with the deal and emphasized team goals over personal gains.

Roy Malone Associated Press Musial Louis Brock Lou Brock Cardinal Anaheim Calif Feld Bscews Oyleen Auoul Rouvyu Brack

Tennessee Coach Doug Dickey Has Not Heard From 49ers

Knoxville Tennessee AP report says coach Doug Dickey returned to Knoxville and indicated no contact from the San Francisco 49ers about joining the NFL. He noted the team would have to wait until the Orange Bowl to discuss any talks and has heard nothing since.

Knoxville Tenn Tennessee Doug Dickey San Francisco 49Ers Agachine Yanomaey Dickey Apnen

Don Dell Denies Offer To Captain U S Team

Don Dell 29 of Bethesda Md said he has not been offered the non playing captaincy of the U S Davis Cup team this year. He noted he only reads in papers about a possible appointment and has not been contacted by the USTA about the role. Dell, a former top U S player, has been a weekend competitor the past two years.

Washington Don Dail Iran U.S. Lawn Tennis Association Dell Bethesda Nanar Lh Sargent Shriver Office of Economic Opportunity U.S University of Virginia Law School

TV Time 5 P.M. Hula Bowl Captains Named In Honolulu

In Honolulu the Hula Bowl names captains for the game with Michigan State’s Jimmy Raye and UCLA’s Gary Beban leading the North and South squads. Adverse rain and a slick field threaten conditions as teams prepare for a noon Hawaii time kickoff.

Honolulu Jimmy Raye Michigan State Gary Beban UCLA Sanunday Hawaii Tank Bird Community Alamemoad Beban Aninih Bach Charlie McClendon LSU Csonka Syracuse Silas Melis Dick Hough J Daugherty Paul Vietzell Kinnle Jawa Roh Ankaimoer Ust Nasser South Carolina Aml Ron Yary Anather Strck Apisa America Honoholu Stadium John Wills

Mel Walker Heads Home On Friday

Mel Walker, Wisconsin football soph defender, was released from Hennepin County General Hospital after left leg amputation below the knee following injuries in the Wisconsin Minnesota game. He flew home to Institute, West Virginia, to recuperate for two to three weeks as fund contributions to his recovery total about 8,000 dollars.

Minneapolis Mel Walker University of Wisconsin Hennepin County General Hospital Walker Institute W. Va Sophiomore Gophers Minnesota Badger University of Minnesota University Sergeon General Hospital Prince A. Walker

Sweeney Named New WSU Grid Coach With 20000 Pay

Spokane AP Jim Sweeney was named Washington State University head football coach succeeding Bert Clark on a one year contract paying 20000 yearly. He will assemble a staff promptly after leading Montana State to three Big Sky titles and a 31 19 record in four seasons.

Stanfill Anaheim Calif John Stanfill California Angels Dickey el Paso Sun Kings 49Ers Los Jack Christiansen Angeles Angels Los Angeles Dodgers Spokane Jim Sweeney WSU Wash Stantone State University Washington State University Bert Clark Rce W. Glenn Terrel Terrell Sweeney Montana State University Big Sky Bozeman, Mont University Board of Regents WSU Athletic Council Stan Bates Bates Clark Butte, Mont Portland University

Damascus Opens Bid To Join Elite Of Horses At Malibu Stakes

Damascus launches 1968 racing bid in the Malibu Stakes at Santa Anita, a 40,000-added seven furlongs split into two divisions with topweights Royal Speed 117 and Crafty Loaf 118. Named Norse of the Year last season after a record $817,941 and Woodward win, he eyes another elite status as the Malibu features alongside Grange Bowl, Nellie Morse, and Zareta stakes.

Associated Press Damascus Santa Anita Royal Speed Royal Malabar Sacramento Crafty Loak Challedon Whirlaway Kelso Byy Buckpasser Dr. Fager Tropical Nellie Morse Pimlico Fairgrounds New Orleans Moscow Valery Edith W. Bancroft

Last 2 000 Tickets To UCLA Houston Game Sold Friday

The final 2 000 tickets for UCLA vs Houston were snapped up in minutes at the Astrodome with standing room only expected. The crowd could approach 55 000, topping the Harlem Globetrotters' exhibition record of 35 000 from nine years earlier. Brumel, a famed high jumper, reflects on past world records and his condition while remaining active in sports circles in Moscow. Braves sign Al Venz and Wilfredo Torres to minor league contracts, with Venz reporting to Richmond and Torres to West Palm Beach.

UCLA Houston Astrodome Harlem Globetratters Chicago Brumel Skuartsaw Soviet Union U.S John Thomas John Rambo Moscow Institute of Physical Culture Allanstaary Atelanta Braves al Venz Charles City Iowa Richmond Braves Wilfredo Torres Santurce P.R West Palm Beach

Mays Sees 600 Homer Mark But Doubts 714 Feat

In New York Willie Mays, age 37, says he might reach 600 career homers but doubts beating Babe Ruth’s 714. He adds he plans to play while at his best, plans for spring training, and dismisses a managerial future. The piece notes his 1987 slump and illness, a $125,000 annual salary, and comments on Olympic boycott talk and new ban on spitball behavior.

NEW York Willie Mays Babe Ruth Mays Ruth Horace Stanhham San Francisco Giants Banan

Duke Snider Named Dodgers Batting Coach for 1965

Los Angeles will use former star Duke Snider as batting instructor for the entire Dodgers organization. Snider will be in Dodger Town during spring training in Vera Beach, Florida, then assist young players through the system during the season. He previously managed Albuquerque to the Texas League title and retired after the 1964 season with a .298 career average and notable home run records.

LOS Angeles AP Los Angeles Dodgers Duke Snider B. J Buzzy” Bavasi Snider Dodgertown Vera Beach Fla Dodgers Albuquerque Los Angeles Duke Dodger New York Mets San Francisco Giants

NCAA Freshmen Eligible Spark Freshman Rule Debate

New York AP reports conferences may allow freshmen to play varsity baseball and risk automatic CWS qualification unless the rule is approved at the next NCAA meeting. If passed, teams with freshmen could enter only if the selection committee deems value. Western Athletic and Southeastern conferences already play freshmen in baseball as the Baseball Coaches Association plans for the 1968 College World Series.

New York National Collegiate Athletic As- Ausialius House Pune Graicine Baseball Coaches Association Jacaa Western Athletic Conference Southeastern Conference

Brown names 1968 soccer co-captains Brewster and Gerdts

Benjamin O Brewster from Marlboro Massachusetts and George S Gerdts from Oradell New Jersey were elected co-captains of Brown University's 1968 soccer team on Thursday night.

Providence, RT Benjamin O. Brewster Marlboro George 5. Gerdts Oradell N.J Brown University

Open golf lead widens in National Left-handers Open

Rose Collins built a five stroke advantage at the Diplomat Country Club as he carded 71 69 76 210 for 354 holes. Alvin Odom of Galveston 1965 champion held second with 72 71 72 215. Gene Ferrell Verona Pa 74 70 72 2817 led Lombardi Vic Lombardi 73 71 74 218. Jack Buller Atlanta 72 72 76 220 in fifth with Kerry Schwenke 16 North Palm Beach eight behind at 228. The 6 702 yard course hosts 36 36 72. Collins could be first under par since Bob Charles in 1962.

Hollywood Frs Rose Collins Wilday Gene Ferrell Verona Vic Lombardi Fresno Cabif Jack Buller Atlanta Buller Kerry Schwenke North Palm Beach Fla

New Zealand Aces to Compete in IndianapolisTrack

Akron Ohio AP report details New Zealand Aces drivers Deis Ribas and Bruce McLaren preparing for the Indianapolis 500. Goodyear Tire, Shelby Racing, and Walits plant partners build two turbine powered, four wheel drive cars with a hybrid mechanical hydraulic drive. Wallis says engines are turbine powered under USAC rules and torque is distributed to each wheel as needed. Al Dowd to manage Shelby Racing team. Hulme placed fourth last year, McLaren making Indy debut.

Akron Ohio Deis Ribas Swerth Beth Wallis Torrance Calif Goodyear Shelby Racing Ct, Inc Los Angeles Parnelli Jones Indianapolis United States Auto Club eSace al Dowd Shelby Racing Co Hulme McLaren

9.3 Win Costly For Red Wings

Detroit Red Wings win 9-4 over Oakland but lose two players to injuries. Floyd Smith fractures his right foot missing games at Chicago and Montreal while Doug Roberts suffers a severe ankle bruise and may miss upcoming games. Ron Anderson from Fort Worth recalled to help the squad.

Detroit Detroit Red Wings Oakland Wings Floyd Smith Chicago Montreal Doug Roberts Smith Roberts Ron Anderson Fort Worth

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