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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1971
Page
2
In a frantic Eastern Conference final opener the Knicks beat the Bullets 112-111 as Reed scored late baskets and DeBusschere added six points. The game featured a contentious sequence with no possession calls and a 24 second clock dispute.
Pittsburg workers protested exclusive beer sales outside Three Rivers Stadium as Pirates faced the Phillies. About 200 banner-waving pickets demanded Duke Beart and other brands be sold alongside Iron City, despite two court orders. Marshals briefed leaders ahead of first pitch and cooling period.
The schedule outlines Solunar Periods from Richard Alden Knight. It suggests planning hunts to be in good territory during peak times to maximize sport opportunities each day.
Willie Mays wasted no time as the 39 turning 40 star launched his 629th career homer on the first pitch he saw, delivering San Francisco a 4-0 win over San Diego in the NL opener. Other NL games saw Los Angeles beat Houston 2-0, Chicago edge St Louis in 10, Pittsburgh defeat Philadelphia 4-2, and New York rain-shortened over Montreal 4-2. In the AL, Boston beat New York 3-1, Detroit topped Cleveland 6-2, Milwaukee routed Minnesota 7-2, and Kansas City beat California 4-1.
HATTIESBURG Mississippi AP veteran Brian Allin aims for back to back titles in the Magnolia State Classic after winning Greensboro Open in a sudden death playoff. The 26 year old is among players in the $35000 satellite event as Masters invites remain elusive. Defending champs Chew Blocker Larry Mowry and Mac McLendon also compete.
New York 4 Montreal 2 in five innings. Pittsburgh 4 Philadelphia 2. Chicago 2 St. Louis 1 in 10. National League results include New York 4 Montreal 2 in five, San Francisco 4 San Diego 0, Montreal at New York, Atlanta at Cincinnati, Los Angeles at Houston, St Louis at Chicago, San Francisco at San Diego. Tuesday stars: Andy Kosco drove in four for Milwaukee in a 7-2 win over Minnesota. Claude Osteen blanked Houston 2-0.
NEW YORK AP Billie Jean King leads both money earnings with 27 750 and points with 112 on the Virginia Slims women’s pro tennis tour as weekly statistics release moves toward Caesars Palace championship seeds next week in Las Vegas.
Andy Kosco fueled Milwaukee’s 7-2 victory over Minnesota with a home run a double and a sacrifice fly driving in four. The Brewers search an early tie atop the AL West with Kansas City after his big day, while Boston New York Detroit and others opened the season with wins across the majors.
Jonesboro Arkansas AP John Belcher of Arkansas State University led the NCAA college division in basketball field goal percentage. The 6-9 junior hit 174 of 275 shots for a .633 mark and finished the season averaging 18.5 points and 13 rebounds per game.
The Associated Press notes no games today with first games of best-of-seven series set for Toronto at New York Montreal at Boston Philadelphia at Chicago and Minnesota at St Louis. Standings mention Kerry Melville and others in a separate report with several players/LW scorers and multiple names.
INFIELD Bob Oliver at first base shows power with 27 homers and 99 RBIs but other infield spots look shaky as Cookie Rojas at second and Paul School at third bring years of experience. Patek, small in stature, takes over at short. OUTFIELD Otis had a solid season in center with .284, 11 homers, 58 RBIs and 33 steals. Piniella hits .301 with 11 homers and 88 RBIs in left. Keough returns in right after a broken leg and .322 pace last season. Ed Kirkpatrick is a strong utility option with 18 homers and 62 RBIs. ROOKIES TO WATCH Pitcher Jim York could join rotation. catcher John Martinez may stay as insurance. Predicted Finish: 4th in West.
Notre Dame quarterback Joe Theismann will not join the Miami Dolphins this summer. He signed with the Toronto Argonauts after Shula failed to seal a deal, citing family security and money. Theismann emphasized he can still play in the NFL in the future.
In Nagoya Japan AP report says Communist China invited the U S table tennis team to visit for friendly matches during the world championships. Ruffard Harrison notes the team has not decided yet and will meet to decide before leaving for sightseeing in Japan. China also invited Canada and Poland to send teams after the tournament.
NY leads the best-of-seven 4-3 as the NBA Eastern Conference Final remains tight and the Western Conference Final schedule is to be announced. Other playoff results include Virginia leading Kentucky 4-3, Utah sweeping Texas 4-0, and Indiana up 3-0 on Kentucky. Only one game is scheduled.
Bruins boast a 36 home success, facing Montreal as defending champions. Rangers meet Toronto while Chicago hosts Philadelphia amid strong home records. Minnesota and St Louis meet in West playoff opener as NHL reshapes format for better matchups.
Roberto De Vicenzo recalls his infamous miscount that cost him a playoff spot and the 1968 Masters title to Bob Goalby. The piece notes his fame for the error, the 77-man field including 15 foreign players, and the strong field chasing Nicklaus amid a $205,000 prize fund.
Lincoln Downs, Rhode Island, hoped to resume racing after a weather halt from cold and snow. Winds reached 35 to 40 mph and visibility was nearly zero as the Tuesday program ended early. jockeys requested cancellation of the last two races and management agreed.
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