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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1972

Page

14

Pacers Rout Nets In Opener In ABA Playoffs

Freddie Lewis sparked a 12 point third quarter and finished with 31 as the Indiana Pacers beat the New York Nets 115 98 in the opener. Roger Brown and Mel Daniels added 23 each while George McGinnis grabbed 22 rebounds.

Freddie Lewis Indiana Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum Indianapolis Indiana University Assembly Hall Lewis Pacers Nets Roger Brown Mel Daniels Billy Keller George McGinnis McGinnis Rick Barry John Roche Barry Roche

Allen's Glass Shop Moves to Creighton Ave Location

Decatur auto glass shop announces move to 1720 Creighton Ave SE. Family owned by Sam Allen and sons offers guaranteed windshields and workmanship. Insurance work welcomed. competitive prices and full guarantees. Phone 355-4615.

Creighton Ave.s.e Decatur Sam Allen and Sons

World Record Bets Hit Churchill Downs Derby Day

Churchill Downs set a world betting record with 7.16 million dollars wagered across 10 races, and Derby wagering and attendance reached new highs in the 98th Kentucky Derby. Riva Ridge won the race as 130,564 fans spent 2.89 million while last year’s Derby drew 123,482 and a 2.65 million handle.

Louisville Churchill Downs

Insurance Talk on Pay and Disability Coverage

A caller asks about the duration of a foot fracture and a dislocation while highlighting lost pay. The Listener offers guidance on the minimum resources needed to support a family if disabled, referencing Integon’s insurance and financial services.

Integon

Vikings On TV Eight Times This Season Details

National broadcast schedule shows the Vikings on eight national TV games starting with a September 10 preseason matchup versus the Dolphins. Key additions include Fran Tarkenton and Gilliam pairing with Gene Washington to form a potent receiving corps. Jets face travel stretches and tough late-season tests while Browns coach Al Tabor joins staff. Pro Football Writers honor Bob Lilly with the Super Man Award on May 22. Canadian League raids NFL talent with Musso and Bunce headed north.

NYT New York Fran Tarkenton Scrambler Minnesota Vikings Miami Dolphins Washington Chicago Jets Detroit Oakland Cleveland Colts Browns Redskins al Tabor Tabor Southern University Bob Lilly Dallas Cowboys Pro Football Writers of America Lilly

Devlin Opens Two Shot Lead At Houston Open

Bruce Devlin fired a 67 to grab a two stroke lead at 206 minus 10 after three rounds in the $125,000 Houston Open. Doug Sanders and Ewing each shot 69 and 70 to climb to 208 and 209, with Pace, Aaron, Reasor, and Lister at 211.

Houston Bruce Devlin Doug Sanders Dapper Sanders Ewing Thorpe Roy Pace Pace Tom Aaron Mike Reasor John Lister New Zealand

Kapp's Machismo Pursues NFL Antitrust Fight in Canada

Joe Kapp, former Vikings quarterback now in Vancouver, battles the NFL over a standard player contract while managing a multimillion dollar antitrust suit. He reflects on his career, family, real estate ventures, and lingering ties to the Vikings as his legal battle continues.

Vancouver British Columbia Joe Kapp National Football League Centennial Motor Hotel N.F.L. Standard New England Patriots Pete Rozelle Patriots Clasue Minnesota Viking John Elliott Cook San Francisco Kapp N.F.L Rozelle Vikings Lonnie Warwick Bob Lee Jim Marshall Fran Tarkenton John Gilliam Gene Washington Tarkenton Bud Grant Wall and Redekop Belmont Calif British Columbia Lions Warner Brothers Fess Parker

State linebacker drafted by Patriots reflects cross border value

Arizona State linebacker picked by New England in the final round would have gone earlier if not for signing to play in Canada. The piece notes cross border competition, potential legal questions about the NFL monopoly, and compares attendance and quarterback rankings while highlighting Namath and other legends amid league experience trends.

Arizona State New England Canada N.F.L

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