Judge Prepares Ruling On Braves Antitrust Trial
Milwaukee based antitrust case sees Circuit Judge Elmer Roller lock in his chambers as Wisconsin demands Braves removal from Atlanta or expansion for Milwaukee. Trial nears verdict with opening of 1966 season in Atlanta set for next Tuesday. Roller hints at prolonged drafting, even considering night work, while deputy guards guard the chamber.
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Fights Last Night Results From The Associated Press
Portand Maine report lists Brad Silas stopping Dick French in a bout with details. Los Angeles notes Jerry Quarty knocking out various opponents and Scrap Iron John 2 and Chuck Leslie outpointing Eddie Jones in a series of results from the night.
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Foss to Go Out as AFL Chief in Possible Davis Rise
AFL met amid rumors that Oakland coach Al Davis would succeed Joe Foss as commissioner with Foss resigning to pursue politics. George Blanda reportedly to coach Chicago’s new AFL team as the league expands to 10 franchises in 1967, taking territory from the NFL.
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Braves Milwaukee Tug of War Near Opening Day
Milwaukee and Atlanta clash as Wisconsin and Braves antitrust case nears verdict. Judge Roller considers ordering Braves back to Milwaukee for 1966 season if expansion to Milwaukee is not agreed by Tuesday. Commissioner Eckert notes NL must study development. Braves ordered to honor Atlanta contract, but courts seek parallel rulings.
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Parolee Fleeing Tucker Prison Farm Nabbed Hours Later
Harry H. McClean, a two year larceny prisoner at Tucker Prison Farm in Arkansas, walked away Monday and was captured several hours later. A prison official said he did not know if the parole would still be effective.
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Eastern Division Finals Philadelphia Defeats Boston 111 105
In the NBA playoffs, Philadelphia beat Boston 111 to 105 as Boston trails the best-of-seven series two games to one. No other games were on Thursday, with Western Division action pending and two finals set for Sunday.
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Holdout Is Sold to Kansas City Athletics
Cleveland trades pitcher Ralph Terry the Indians last holdout to Kansas City for 1966 contract talks. Terry refused $31,000 and sought $38,000. the Athletics will begin negotiations led by Ed Lopat. Terry went 11-6 with Cleveland last season as O'Donoghue and other players move between clubs.
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Phils take game as Celtics wary in finals
Philadelphia tops Boston 111-105 to cut the series lead to 2-1 in the NBA Eastern Division finals. Wilt Chamberlain dominates with 31 points and 27 rebounds as Hal Greer adds late scoring, while John Havlicek leads Boston with 27 points and Sam Jones adds 25. The Lakers also hold a 2-1 edge over St Louis in the Western Division.
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Baseball Exhibition Results From Early Games
Baseball exhibition results list multiple matchups across cities including Atlanta Washington Pittsburgh Kansas City Philadelphia Chicago Cincinnati San Francisco St Louis New York Cincinnati Chicago Evansville Greenville Spartansburg Winston Salem Charlotte and Portsmouth. The note mentions the drum as man’s oldest musical instrument.
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Rich Races Highlight Keeneland Spring Opener
Keeneland’s spring meeting opens with six furlong trials for two year olds Graystark and Moccasin leading into the $10,000 Beaumont Purse and $7,500 Whitney. Moccasin seeks Derby eligibility while Graystark, solid Derby favorite, aims for May 7 at Churchill Downs. The day’s Phoenix Handicap features Ray Phantom Swift Ruler and Alphabet, with Excelsior choices R. Thomas Cupid and First Family among six runners. Queen Em is noted for Wheatly Stable.
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Barbara Fritchie Stakes poised to feature 2 year old champion
The 2 year old filly champion from 1964 is seen as the favorite in a 14 horse Barbara Fritchie field. Weight concerns include Tosmah Palm and Summer Scandal. Gulfstream and Golden Gate host $15,000 added races. Pollux likely tops the Fort Lauderdale Handicap at Gulfstream despite 127 pounds, and Golden Gate lines up Gold Rush for 3 year olds as prep for the California Derby.
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Yankees Invade Atlanta for Three-Game Series
Atlanta fans see the New York Yankees in a major league setting for the first time as they face the Braves in a three game series. The Braves won 3-2 in a 16 inning spring tilt with Washington while the Yankees beat the Pirates 7-3. Fireballer Fritz Peterson starts for New York in the opener with Bob Friend scheduled for Saturday.
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Soph Dickey Scores Pair of Touchdowns
Sophomore David Dickey scored two touchdowns as Arkansas Razorbacks wrapped a spring football scrimmage. Hickle added a two yard TD, Miltz kicked a 25 yard field goal and three extra points. Broyles praised progress amid green defense and overall effort.
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Five-woman 1966 U.S. Wightman Cup team named
NEW YORK AP Mrs Billie Jean Moffit King of Alhambra California Nancy Richey of Dallas Texas Mrs Caroley Gaethne of Beachwood Ohio Jane Albet of Pebble Beach California and May Ann Bisel of St Louis were chosen to form the 1966 U S Wightman Cup team to defend the cup against England at Wimbledon June 10 11 Margaret Warner of Chadds Ford Pa former coach was named nonplaying captain replacing Doris Hart of Miami Fla
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Nobody Notices Reds Johnny Edwards
Reds catcher John Edwards, a rising Ohio State engineer with General Electric, is praised for his game sense and skill. The veteran writer notes Edwards calls pitches, studies batters, and remains unnoticed on spring days while slated for leadership behind the plate.
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Beliveau and Hull Heroes in Hockey
In the Stanley Cup semifinals Beliveau of the Canadiens scored late to beat Toronto 4 3 in Montreal while Hull of the Black Hawks netted a pivotal early goal as Chicago defeated Detroit 2 1 at Chicago Stadium. Hull extended his record pace with goals on a power play.
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Masters Pairings and Wings Hawks Game Schedule
The second games in the best of seven will be played in Montreal Saturday night and Chicago Sunday afternoon. NBC will televise the Wings Hawks tilt at 2 30 p m EST. Masters second round pairings list shows Hogan Thomas at 9:30 and Palmer Coe at 11 00 EST with multiple matchups including Nicklaus Patton and Player Glover. The Bayonet origin note cites Bayonne France in the 17th century per Britannica.
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