Major league openers hit by strike threat and unrest
The 1988 MLB season opens amid civil disorder and city protests. Washington and Baltimore opener postponements linger as National Guard restores order. Dodgers and Phillies trade postponement, Mets and Yankees reach new contracts while others play. In tennis, Graebner beats Maud in quarterfinals and Riessen advances. Gallup hosts the AAU women's basketball final with Nashville defending its title against Raytown.
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Buccaneers Chaparrals Play Tonight in ABA NBA Playoffs
The New Orleans Buccaneers and Dallas Chaparrals renew ABA action tonight in Dallas for the Western Division finals as New Orleans leads 1-0 in the best-of-seven. NBA playoff series resume with Pittsburgh at Minnesota tied 1-1 and Boston hosting Philadelphia, while Los Angeles visits San Francisco with the Lakers up 1-0.
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Boston May Boycott Olympics Over King's Death
Ralph Boston world record holder in the long jump said he may boycott the Mexico City Games after the death of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. He told the Los Angeles Times he previously planned to compete but now questions representing a country he says must honor King's legacy. He spoke from Nashville Tennessee about doing what he believes is right.
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Casper Now Going After Masters
Casper seeks his first Masters title after winning the Greater Greensboro Open with a record 267. The 86 year old, returning from a Far East layoff, posted 65 67 69 66 to finish 17 under at Sedgefield. George Archer tied for runner up at 271 with Nichols and Littler. Fach won 11,229.
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Experts Split Over Altitude Effects on Olympic Athletes
A Pan American Health Organization review finds 7800-foot Mexico City height may hinder endurance events while favoring short power events. oxygen deficit could curb world records in long races and swimming, though sprinters and vaulting events may fare better. results depend on individual adaptation. California has more school teachers than any other state.
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Pan-American Health Organization
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Milan
Italy
Alberto Hurtado
Cayetano Heredia University
Lima
Peru
Basketball Sorts World in Tribute to King
The sports world stirs after three days of King tribute postponements. NHL playoffs resume with Montreal at Boston and Chicago at New York and Los Angeles at Minnesota. ABA and NBA action returns. baseball opens. horse racing schedules resume after the King holiday impact.
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Pro Basketball Finals Playoff Schedules and Leads
NBA results and upcoming games show Philadelphia leading Boston in the Eastern Division best-of-seven at 1 0 while San Francisco visits Los Angeles with LA leading 1 0 in the West. ABA New Orleans up 1 0 on Dallas as Pittsburgh meets Minnesota tied 1 1. NHL semifinals have Montreal ahead Boston 1 0 and New York ahead Chicago 1 0 in the East while Los Angeles down Minnesota 2 0 and Philadelphia tied 1 1 with St Louis in the West.
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Clark's Body Returned to Scotland
Jim Clark renowned racing driver and 1963 1965 world champion died in a crash at Hockenheim. His body arrived in Scotland by chartered plane from Frankfurt as thousands brace for his funeral Wednesday.
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Fifteen Elected to the International Swimming Hall of Fame
Fifteen individuals including Benjamin Franklin were elected to the International Swimming Hall of Fame, announced in Fort Lauderdale. The group features Olympic champions Zoltan de Halmay, Dorothy Pointon Hill, George Hodgson, and Sammy Lee. Induction will occur with the hall’s new building dedication in December.
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Hungary
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United States
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Canada
Sammy Lee
Razorbacks Sweep a Twin Bill in Arkansas Baseball
The University of Arkansas beat Yankton College 4-3 in game one and 7-2 in game two to complete a doubleheader sweep at Fayetteville. Terry Baker drove in the go ahead run as Arkansas broke a 3-3 tie in the first game. Arkansas later plated five runs in the first inning of the second game before taking the lead.
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Curtain Rises on 1968 Masters Golf Field
Augusta witnesses a somber Masters opening with 76 players, far fewer stars after Greensboro finish. Defending champion Gay Brewer notes it will lift as more players arrive. Players reflect on Dr. King’s death as caddies and staff carry on with duties.
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Associated Press
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Share of Race Purse Goes to Widow
Peter Fuller of Boston owner of Dancer's Image donates about $62,000 from the Governor's Gold Cup purse to Mrs. King. The funds may fund scholarships in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. or be used at her discretion.
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Losses Put Bruins In A Bad Mood For Canadiens Clash
Boston Bruins arrive in a belligerent mood after two straight losses as they prepare to face Montreal in Boston. Coach Harry Sinden urges skating and hitting while playoff action across the league includes Rangers at Blackhawks and Kings at North Stars in altered schedules honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Barber earns $3895 in Greensboro Open tie for eighth
Miller Barber of Texarkana Ark tied for eighth in the Greater Greensboro Open with a 274 total after rounds of 70 67 66 71. Billy Casper captured the $27500 winner’s prize with a 267 total for 72 holes.
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Arkansas State Beats St Louis U 2 1 in Baseball
Stan Williams drove in Wayne Pitcock with a single in the sixth to power Arkansas State University to a 2 1 win over St Louis University. John Ford earned the victory with six innings pitched, scattering ten outs. Dana Ryan singled and scored in the first after stealing second on two errors. Frank Obermeier doubled for St Louis U and Ray Rohr added a single for the tying run in the fourth.
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Snake Hunting Pleasures Versus Pro Football Life
Miami Dolphin lineman Ray Jacobs enjoys snake hunting in Florida off the field. The 6 foot 3, 285 pound tackle relocates with his family after a trade, noting rattlers in tall grass and swampy areas near Miami. He uses a gun to dispatch serpents and sometimes gives rattles to children, a hobby contrasted with tough football duties.
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Fuji’s fractured hand cancels Tokyo title defense
Tokyo based world junior welterweight champion Paul Fuji suffers a fractured left hand. Doctors rule him unfit for the June 6 title defense against Pedro Adigne in Tokyo, postponing the bout and prompting a matchup rearrangement.
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