Auburn Football Hopes On Three Scholarships For 1966
Auburn coach Shug Jordan confirms three grant-in-aids remain for 1966 with undecided recipients. He outlines fall practice plans starting Aug 30, first game Sept 17 versus Chattanooga, and notes projected lineup including quarterback competition between Loran Carter and Larry Blakeney, plus Dwight Brisendine and Tom Bryan in key roles. Jordan highlights returning players, early optimism, and the program’s long-standing .500-plus success since 1953.
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Fort Payne
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Jets Down Oilers 16 10 in Legion Field Exhibition
Namath homecoming marred by a late hit from Big Ernie Ladd but Jets win 16 10 as Jim Turner kicks three field goals. Taliaferro directs offense for New York with 155 passing yards while Namath leaves with a knee strain expected to sideline him about two weeks.
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Birmingham Eyes Pro Football Expansion Move
Birmingham may join the expanded pro football leagues as part of a four‑team plan. The Birmingham News cites hard cash and high-level support, noting a well‑funded local effort backed by names like William Sellers and Hugh Morrow, and a stadium expanded to 70,000 seats. Jets and Oilers visibility boosted prospects.
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Carner Wins Golf Tourney
JoAnne Gunderson Carner of Seattle outlasted Marlene Stewart Streit in a sudden death playoff to win the USGA National Women's Amateur Golf Championship in Sewickley Pennsylvania. Carner sank a two foot putt on the 41st hole to par and clinch the title, reversing a decade-old loss to Streit.
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Namath Injury Shakes Jets In Preseason Game
Jets quarterback Joe Namath sustained a minor back knee strain during a Saturday exhibition against the Oilers in Birmingham. Doctors expect a two week absence with X rays to be checked in New York. Namath described a hard block attempt that led to the hit.
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Martindale Leads Thunderbird as Nicklaus Closely Trails
Martaindale shot a six under 66 to post a 54 hole total of 207 at Uppe r Montclair Country Club securing a two stroke lead over Jack Nicklaus who fired a 66 to reach 209 alongside Mason Rudolph and Tommy Aaron in the Thunderbird Golf Classic. Nicklaus mounted a late rally with long drives and key putts as Aaron and Rudolph closed in. Aaron carded 67 after starting four behind.
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Phils Top Braves In First Game
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Atlanta Braves 4-2 in the opening game of a doubleheader in Atlanta. Rickie Allen hit a three run homer in the first inning as the Phillies led 4-1 after six innings in the second game, boosting their season series win count against the Braves to six in 16 meetings.
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Orioles Whip Senators in Lengthy Fourth Inning Rally
Baltimore Orioles exploded for five runs in the fourth inning to power a 5-2 victory over the Washington Senators. Pitching and timely hits keyed the surge, giving the Orioles a convincing midweek win at home.
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Stouffer Seeks Control Of Cleveland Indians
Vernon Stouffer chairman of Stouffer Foods Corp. to acquire control of the Cleveland Indians by buying all stock from William R. Daley and most from Gabe Paul. Paul to remain president and GM. price not disclosed. Daley about 18 and Paul about 20 percent ownership. Stouffer’s prior status as stockholder and director since 1962 noted.
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Area High Schools Begin Football Prep in Alabama
The Daily reports all area high schools start football physicals and opening day drills tomorrow as practice begins. Limestone County outfits practice under lights while others hold two a day sessions. Decatur Daily will cover previews from Courtland Ardmore and Austin Highs over the next two weeks.
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