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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1964
Page
13
Cassius Clay voices confusion over his boxing future after promoting changes and a potential rematch with Liston. He questions venue and timing while noting InterContinental’s handling of the deal and prior rematch outcomes involving Patterson and Johansson.
A record setting field of motorcycles and riders will race at 1 30 p m today at the Athens Alabama Fair Grounds in the one half mile oval event sponsored by Satellite Motorcycle Club and Athens veterans organizations. Expected competitors include Jody Nicholas Everett Brachear Ray Duram Victor Greshaw John Deal Barry Dierkes Harold Foster Marvin Goldsby Jimmy Manhess and Skip Van Leeuwen whose career highlights and color riding are noted in the preview. Van Leeuwen is highlighted as a top amateur turned expert with a storied TT record across California and the AMA circuit.
Kentucky coach Charlie Bradshaw says the team is a keg of dynamite waiting to light. He cites strengthened lines, a veteran backfield led by Rick Norton and Rodger Bird, and a fresh group of sophomores like Antonini ready to push for playing time.
Florida's Gators routed a combined B squad and freshmen team 60-0 in a full scale scrimmage. Coach Ray Graves praised the two platoon substitutions and kicking game, noting 8 for 8 extra points and strong coffin corner punts. He plans film study of the drills.
Tennessee coach Doug Dickey prepares the Volunteers for a transition from the single wing to a streamlined T formation with a young, inexperienced backfield. The team aims for a strong defense and a progressing offense led by Hal Wantland as the starting quarterback. The schedule opens September 19 at Chattanooga followed by Auburn Mississippi State and others.
The Alabama Wildlife Federation plans a two day Birmingham meeting in September 1920 to address water pollution. Luther Durham cites low water quality as a major health and growth issue for recreation, citizens, and industry. Leading speakers include Dr. J H Shaeffer Dr George A Rounsefell and Dr E V Smith.
Vanderbilt coach Jack Green predicts a stronger offense and solid defense as the Commodores prepare for a three-quarterback rotation and a passing game emphasis. Key players include Dave Waller at quarterback, Bennett Baldwin and Randy Humble at ends, with Humble highlighted as the best all-around player. The team opens September 19 against Georgia Tech and faces a demanding schedule including Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee.
Australia defeated the United States 2-1 to win the Federation Cup on grass in Philadelphia. Margaret Smith beat Billie Jean Moffitt 6-2 6-3 for the first point, Leslie Turner edged Nancy Richey 7-5 6-1 for the second, and the U S pair Moffitt Susman won the doubles 4-6 7-5 6-1.
The final captive passenger pigeon perished at the Cincinnati Zoological Gardens in the year 1014, marking the extinction of the species in captivity and a historic zoological milestone.
The piece reviews fall mast production for wild nuts seeds and berries with many species listed as abundant or scarce. It notes coon possum numbers look high and previews the October 15 opening of night hunts. Details on rabbit hunts at Wheeler Refuge and pheasant releases are provided along with license availability and local ammo pricing.
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