Man Of The Year McLain On Trial In Detroit
Denny McLain, 24, Tigers pitcher, aims for his 30th win as Detroit faces Oakland in Detroit. The season’s drama centers on a swaggering star seeking a high salary and the 30-win milestone, amid media glare and fan scrutiny.
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Doves a Tricky Target For Hunters Says Lovett
Dove hunting is challenging due to erratic flight and wind. Stay motionless use cover wear drab clothing and sit on a dove stand for comfort. A retriever aids recovery and conservation. Alabama season runs Sept 23 to Nov 11 and Dec 21 to Jan 9.
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Decatur Daily
Unitas Arm Pain Jeopardizes Colts Sunday Start
Baltimore coach Don Shula expressed strong doubt about John Unitas starting the season opener against the San Francisco 49ers as the Colts weigh his aching right arm. Earl Morall would start if Unitas cannot go, with Morall having logged 10 completions in 20 attempts for 118 yards and one TD in limited action. The Lorick was traded to the New Orleans Saints for a No 2 draft pick as fullback Lorick recovers from a thigh injury. The 49ers come into Memorial Stadium with a 1-5 exhibition record.
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Palmer joins tour pros in dispute with PGA
Arnold Palmer, a golf great, backs touring pros in their fight over tour control. He says he chose to align with the players after much thought, noting his long association with the PGA and his father’s PGA membership.
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Atlanta and Vikings Open NFL Season
The NFL launches its 49th season with Atlanta facing Minnesota on the Vikings home turf in a rare spotlight for cellar teams. Other openers include Los Angeles vs. St. Louis and the AFL games feature Houston vs. Miami, New York vs. Kansas City, Denver vs. Cincinnati, and Oakland vs. Buffalo. The Week 1 slate also has major matchups like Green Bay vs. Philadelphia, New York Giants vs. Pittsburgh, Detroit vs. Dallas, and Washington at Chicago. Minnesota is a 1.342 point favorite over Atlanta despite Atlanta’s lone win last season.
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Troy Band To Play For Jets
Officials of the New York Jets invited Troy State University's Sound of the South Band to perform at halftime of the Jets Boston Patriots game in Birmingham on September 22. The nationally televised AFL contest will showcase Troy and Alabama to a national audience.
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Embry Signs with Milwaukee Bucks After Celtics stint
Wayne Embry signed his 1968 contract with the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday after two seasons as understudy to Bill Russell with the Boston Celtics.
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Samford and Troy State Open Small College Grid Season
Samford hosts Troy State in Birmingham in a pivotal 1968 season opener at Seibert Stadium. Key quarterbacks Lovette and Byrd headline offensives. past meetings and series edge favor Samford 7-6 all-time. Both squads seek early momentum and a strong year.
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Archery Club Plans Animal Round Shoot at Swan Creek
The Decatur Archery Club will host an Animal Round shoot Sunday afternoon on its new Swan Creek field range. Life size targets depict game such as squirrel deer and turkey across 14 animal locations plus one practice target. No prizes or fees. Call Jerry Casey at 353-7553 for range directions.
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Flag Football Meeting Reset in Decatur City Hall
The Decatur Park Board will hold a 7:30 p.m. meeting at city hall to form a city flag football league for adults. Any firm or organization may enter the league, with rules regulations and entry fees to be discussed.
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