Hawks to Move to Atlanta After Sale
The St. Louis Hawks are sold to an Atlanta group led by former Georgia Gov. Carl E. Sanders and will relocate to Atlanta Memorial Coliseum at Georgia Tech. The NBA Board of Governors must approve the transfer, expected at their New York meeting.
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Jack Ashmore
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Kerner
Mike Aubuchon
Los Angeles
Walter Kennedy
Ashmore
Thomas G. Cousins
Atlanta Memorial Coliseum
Georgia Tech
Nicklaus and Sikes Tied For Houston Lead
Nicklaus and Sikes share the Houston Champions International lead at eight under par after two rounds. Nicklaus shot 69 for 134 total, while Sikes totaled 134 after a 68 with a 66 first round. Barber and de Vicenzo sit tied for third at 135 as Opperman leads deeper pack.
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Jack Nicklaus
Dan Sikes
Nicklaus
Sikes
Florida
Miller Barber
Sherman
Texpro
Roberto de Vicenzo
Steve Opperman
Harold Hennings
Terry Dill
Steve Spray
Dave Stockton
Lee Trevino
Columbus
Ohio
Champions Golf Club
Giles Explains Spit Ball Rule Clarifies Wet Fingers During Warmups
National League President Warren Giles on Friday explained that a pitcher may wet his fingers during warmups and avoid a spitter call if he dries them before facing a batter. The ruling reversed an umpire’s ejection of Gene Mauch and John Boozer after a late game incident with the Mets.
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Cincinnati
National League
Warren Giles
Giles
Ed Vargo
Philadelphia
Gene Mauch
John Boozer
New York
Mauch
Boozer
Woody Fryman
Red-eyed Dove of Africa Lays Two Eggs Each Time
The Red-eyed Dove of Africa consistently lays two eggs per clutch. This reproductive pattern remains constant across observed habitats and seasons.
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Africa
Hannum Signs To Coach Oaks In ABA League
Alex Hannum signed an eight year deal to coach the Oakland Oaks in the ABA becoming executive vice president and a minority stock holder. Bruce Hale shifts to general manager as the Oaks seek to rebound after a last place finish in the ABA's first season.
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Calif
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Los Angeles Stars
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Sharman
Warrior
Philadelphia
Mieuli
George Lee
The
California
76Ers
Boston Celtics
Warriors
Miculi
Bruce Hale
Rick Barry
Barry
NBA
Ned
Britain Wins Davis Cup Tie in European Zone
Britain moved to a 3-0 lead over France in the European Zone Davis Cup competition after Friday play.
Automatics Diminish in Baltimore Football Signals
Baltimore Colt quarterback Johnny Unitas says automatic play calls at the line are declining. He notes he used to call them 65 percent of the time but now only about 10 percent. Unitas, 35, hopes to play five more seasons as teams shift to signaling changes to the defense after film studies.
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Baltimore Colt
Johnny Unitas
Unitas
Decatur Weekend Dirt Track Racing Sets Openers
Decatur area fans face a busy weekend with Decatur International Raceway hosting open competition tonight and Moulton Speedway opening for the season. Sunday features Jake's Drag Strip drag racing near Moulton starting with time trials at 1 p.m. and racing at 2 30 p.m. DIR hosts its third open competition for modified specials while 70 cars bid a $1476 purse. Moulton offers grand opening events for hobbies and late models with gates at 5 p.m. and racing at 8 15 p.m.
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Decatur International Raceway
Moulton Speedway
Jake’s
Moulton
Montgomery
DIR
Bobby Boyd
Alabama
Bluegill Fishing Tactics and Gear Notes
The article touts bluegill as a tough fighter and easy catch. It covers baits like crickets and worms, spring beds, water temperature above 70 degrees, bed locations, and the roll cast technique using a light fly rod for natural bait. It also details gear: medium weight fly rod six foot leader ten pound line and No. 6 hook.
United States Beats British in Davis Cup Opener
United States' Davis Cup team took a 2-0 lead over the British Caribbean in American Zone play as Arthur Ashe and Clarke Graebner dominated their singles matches in Richmond. Ashe defeated Lance Lumsden 6 1 6 1 6 0, while Graebner beat Richard Russell 6 1 7 5 6 2. The doubles on Saturday features Stan Smith and Bob Lutz versus Russell and Lumsden.
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Associated Press
Richmond, Va
United States
Arthur Ashe
Clarke Graebner
Ashe
Richard Russell
Stan Smith
Bob Lutz
University of California
Russell
Lumsden
Jones resigns from turbine car. will not race in 1968
Parnelli Jones quit the turbine engine car he led at the 1967 Indianapolis 500 and will not compete in the 1968 race. He cited reduced engine size under new rules and said he cannot win with the car, affecting A J Foyt Jr and the turbine program at Indianapolis.
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Ind
Parnelli Jones
Pratt & Whitney
U.S
Auto Club
Torrance Calif
Jones
A. J. Foyt, Jr
Turbine
Andy Granatelli
STP Corp
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indianapolis Raceway Park
Fishing Tips for Bluegill Light Tackle
The article notes using a fly rod or small spinning tackle for bluegills and mentions plans to address larger game fishing later. It emphasizes simple equipment and practical approach for locals.
Reds And Whites Square Off Today
In Tuscaloosa 15000 fans expect Alabama intra squad football at the Capstone. Sophomore QBs lead Red Scott Hunter and White Ned Hayden with backups Benny Rippetoe Ronnie Richardson and David Beddingfield. Coach Bailey leads Red, Donahue directs White, Bryant to watch from the press box. Kickoff 3 PM.
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Kenny Stabler
Scott Hunter
Mobile
Red
Ned Hayden
Scott
Benny Rippetoe
Ronnie Richardson
David Beddingfield
Hayden
Alabama
Joeley
Sam Bailey
Donahue
Paul Bryant
Tanner Rattlers top Clements 6 to 1 on Friday
Ricky George earned the win as Tanner improves to 4-1 in five starts. Clements could manage only one run and five hits off George while Tanner cashed in six runs aided by three Colt errors. Larry Jolly relieved for the win and Ken Murphy closed out the game. Mike Nave and Leon Haney led Clements with two hits apiece.
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Clements Colts
Ricky George
Tanner Rattlers
Elkmont
Clements
Mike Nave
Larry Jolly
Ken Murphy
Leon Haney
W-Jolly
L-George
Rain Delays Davis Cup Tie as Greece Leads
In TBILISI Greece took a 1-0 lead over the Soviet Union in the Davis Cup. the second match saw Russia ahead before a Friday postponement.
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Tbilisi
Soviet Union
Greece
Russia
Army Captain Bud Neschacheny Joins West Point Lacrosse
Bud Neschacheny who captained the Army football team last fall is now on the West Point lacrosse squad. The move links service academies as a multi sport student athlete.
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Bud Neschacheny
Army
West Point
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