Limestone County DYB All-Stars Eliminated 1-0
Central Florence defeated Limestone County 1-0 in the District One DYB Tournament at the Aquadome. Ricky Pitts hurled a two-hitter and Jeff Stone plated the lone run in the third. Albertville beat Centre 4-2, leaving Albertville Centre and Central Florence alive with one loss each as the tourney resumes tonight.
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Central
Jeff Stone
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Jeff Teague
John Barnes
Dane Smith
David Darden
Tony Mabrey
Scottie Hill
Charlie Starr
St Central
Leon Simmons
Limestone Co
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Keith Laxson
Thomas to Start Tonight for Redskins vs Lions
George Allen states the Redskins aim to win the game against the Lions while safeguarding last season’s MVP Larry Brown from unnecessary risk. The coach emphasizes prudent decisions late in the season as in previous years.
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Associated Press
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Detroit Lions
Larry Brown
Pro Football Roundup Sets Preseason View on Redskins and Cowboys
Redskins era remains largely intact with a super bowl losing lineup while Duane Thomas debuts for fan interest. Staubach to start for Dallas against the Rams with Concannon to play in the second half. Oilers’ Pastorini meets Namath as Houston aims for two wins over Jets. Weekend games schedule features Miami Cincinnati and others. Trades shake Oilers roster. KC vies with injuries as Stram reports three veterans out for opener.
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Nets Win Dr J Franchise Bid From Squires Era
Julius Erving, known as Dr J, joins the New York Nets in a record bid totaling about 4.0 million dollars, with Roy Boe describing the deal as a franchise closing. The Nets, aiming to challenge the Knicks, moved quickly after securing Erving from the Virginia Squires, while unveiling the player’s roots at Roosevelt Park where he honed his game as a youth.
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Star Signs With Red Sox
TUSCALOOSA ALAS AP The Boston Red Sox signed Alabama infielder Butch Hobson to a baseball contract. Hobson will report to Winston Salem NC for Class A duties after hitting 14 home runs and a .317 average with 37 RBIs for Alabama last season. He plans to play third base and left college football after 1971.
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Baseball Scoreboard Listings and Weekend Schedules
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Bench Seeks Form as Reds Rout Braves 17-2
Frustrated Cincinnati slugger Johnny Bench finally found his swing with a two run homer in the fourth inning against Atlanta, sparking a 17-2 Reds victory. Bench admitted a rough year at the plate despite leading the league with 81 RBIs and 21 homers.
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Braves
NL Roundup: Reds Close Gap After Dodgers Win
The Dodgers beat the Houston Astros 4-2 in 11 innings Thursday night as the Reds fall 3% games behind in the NL West. Cincinnati’s 17 runs capped a four game series at Atlanta Stadium with 77 total runs. Cincinnati scored 45. Phils topped Cubs 4-1, Expos blanked Cardinals 2-0, Mets beat Pirates 5-1. Ruthven complains about pitch ball bearing used this season. Luzinski drove in two with two singles.
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Home Improvement Loan Champion Mark Custer at First State
Mark Custer promotes Home Improvement Loans at First State. He invites customers to say yes to loans for add-ons fix-ups or paint-ups. Visit 237 Johnston Street or call Gateway Branch at 355-1511 for details.
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