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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1971

Page

17

Dodgers top Yankees in junior league action for 8-2 record

Dodgers improved to 8-2 and took first place in the boys' club junior league after a 30-25 win over the Yankees. Harold Kelso struck No hits and no hitter through five innings while Paul Breeding and Harold Kelso led the lineup with multiple hits and RBIs. Local boxers Antigonish and New Waterford results included in the card with Daniel and Herrera earning decision wins.

Dodgers Yankees H. Kelso M. Harrison Ers Harold Kelso Paul Breeding Wil Saylor Tony Davis

Top 20 finishers in Albany Saratoga 250 race

The NASCAR Grand National 250 lap at Albany Saratoga Speedway lists Richard Petty of Randieman North Carolina as winner with Dave Marcis Sanford NC and J D McDuffie also from Sanford NC in second and third. Other finishers include James Hylton Inman SC Dick May Brownville NY Bill Champion Norfolk VA Wendell Scott Danville VA Teell Gordon Arden NY Ron Kesekauski Troy MI Ed Negre Springfield MO and others from across the US and Canada.

Saratoga Springs N.Y Albany Saratoga Speedway Richard Petty Randieman N.C Dave Marcis Sanford J. D. McDuffie James Hylton Inman S.C Dick May Brownville Bill Champion Norfolk Wendell Skyland Ken Meisenhelder Springfield Mass James Cox Christianburg Bill Hollar Durham Bobby Allison Hueytown Ala

Italian Boxer Tommaso Galli Debuts With Early Win

Italian fighter Tommaso Galli wins his pro debut in Lignano Sabbiadoro Italy as the Associated Press reports a quick victory and promising start to his career.

Associated Press Lignano Sabbiadoro Italy Tommaso Galli

Trevino’s rise from obscurity to tour success told by peers

Dutch Boyd recalls Trevino as a hidden gem who avoided grudge keeping. Salinas notes Trevino faced snubs from the country club establishment but remained focused on hard work and forgiveness as he broke through on the tour.

Dutch Boyd Salinas Trevino Tenison Lee

Three Simple Rule Changes to Boost Baseball Offense

The article argues the strike zone error and modern practices reduced scoring. It proposes two bold ideas: reduce gloves to minimum for offense and ban outfield defensive shifts by placing three fielders in a fixed position circle while keeping nine batters in order. It warns of consequences and urges seven months of preparation before spring training.

Shinkle Eyes Coaching Return Amid NHL Youth Rise

Pittsburgh veteran Ken Shinkle discusses coaching ambitions after two more playing seasons. He notes younger players prioritize money, calls for individualized coaching, and compares league growth to football's past expansion. He cites Montreal Boston New York as strong East teams and sees Pittsburgh three to four years from a Stanley Cup run.

Shinkle Hull Gordie Howe Montreal Boston New York Chicago AFL Pittsburgh Ken

Richard Petty Wins 250 Grand National Race at Albany Saratoga

Richard Petty of Randleman North Carolina won the 250 lap NASCAR Grand National stock car race at Albany Saratoga Speedway in Saratoga Springs New York. The Plymouth driver extended his season lead to 2150 points and defended his status as a three time Grand National champion after overcoming a one lap deficit. He pitted for a tire change under a yellow flag and refueled his momentum to seal victory.

Saratoga Springs N. Y Richard Petty The Randleman N.C Plymouth Albany - Saratoga Speedway Petty

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