Weiskopf Wins Philadelphia Golf Classic in Comeback Drama
Tom Weiskopf, 24, of Ohio, claimed the $30,000 first prize with a 14 under par 274 at Whitemarsh Valley, beating Dave Hill by one stroke and Jack Nicklaus by two. Hill equalized late with an eagle on the 17th, but Weiskopf matched with a 10 foot putt to seize the lead. Nicklaus finished two back at 13 under.
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Bold Reason Captures 6th in Row at Travers Stakes
Trainer Angel Penna's belief that Bold Reason would be among the top 3-year-olds is confirmed as Bold Reason wins the 102nd Travers Stakes at Saratoga. Ridden by Laffit Pincay Jr., the colt carrying 120 pounds leads from inside the stretch to finish a quarter of a length ahead of Scount, with Good Counsel third. The victory extends Bold Reason's streak to six straight wins, remaining undefeated since the Triple Crown races.
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Allison Wins Race at Atlanta and Mid-Ohio Can-Am Duel
Bobby Allison, of Hueytown Alabama, won a 500 mile NASCAR race in Alabama, beating Richard Petty by 2.1 seconds after a late collision stalled Pete Hamilton. The victory earned $21,065, boosting his season total to $171,435. Jackie Stewart won the Mid-Ohio Can-Am, defeating Jo Siffert and Tony Adamowicz as Roger McCluskey claimed a USAC stock car win at Milwaukee with 21,480 spectators.
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A State Opens Grid Drills in Fall Practice
Arkansas State University opened fall football practice with Coach Bill Davidson stating three days in shorts followed by pads on Thursday. The Indians schedule one week of two-a-day workouts before classes begin August 30, with the season opener September 18 at Wichita State.
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New Coach Ed Hughes Revamps Oilers Roster
Houston owner Bud Adams shakes up the Oilers after a 3-10-1 season. Ed Hughes replaces Wally Tamm as head coach, overhauls staff, and trades Jerry Levins for defensive linemen Ken Billingsley and Gene Ferguson to improve defense and pass rush. The draft adds quarterbacks Pastorini and Dickey, while new linemen and receivers fill key gaps as Houston seeks a stronger 1971 season.
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Hope Arkansas In Early Baseball Standings Update
The National League East and West divisions show Pittsburgh and San Francisco leading with records around .578. Key results from Saturday and Sunday include Houston over Chicago and Philadelphia over Los Angeles, with several games shaping the pennant race and the updated league batting and pitching leaders featuring Olive, Murcer, Kilbrew, and Blue among others.
Leaders Defeated Again by Herschel Nissen Son
The National and American Leagues saw leaders the Pirates and Giants lose 6-3 to Cincinnati and Montreal while Cubs and Dodgers also fell, keeping Pittsburgh a half game up and San Francisco 6 44 games ahead. Pete Rose hit a two run homer as Cincinnati beat Pittsburgh and the Mets beat San Diego 4-2 as St Louis crushed Atlanta 13-4.
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Parkers Begin the Rough Work for Razorbacks
AYETUVEVILLE Ark AP The Arkansas Razorbacks ended three days of conditioning Saturday and began workouts today in pads Coach Frank Broyles emphasized last week taught assignments The three days were spent teaching running and passing plays and stressing the kicking game He said he was pleased with the team attitude Their legs are tired but they continue to keep learning a good sign when you keep learning when you are tired
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Ex-Racer Quits Grantelli and Lashes Car at Talladega
Former stock car star Fred Lorenzen quit owner Andy Granatelli after a poor Talladega 600, saying he would not drive a noncompetitive car. The Elmhurst native, 39, driving a Plymouth, said Nichels Engineering built and maintained his car and that the Pontiac of David Pearson failed to qualify for the Talladega 500. Lorenzen trailed winner Bobby Allison by over four laps and never challenged the Lup field.
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Standings In Church League
Brewers snap 11 game skid against Tigers 2 1 on a hesitation play in Detroit. Patek adds two steals to extend MLB lead as Kansas City tops Washington 4 1. Other AL results Chicago over Cleveland 5 3 California shuts New York 3 0 Oakland sweeps Boston 9 3 and 2 1 Baltimore beats Minnesota 6 3. NL action Philadelphia over Los Angeles 3 2 New York beats San Diego 4 2 Cincinnati tops Pittsburgh 6 3 Montreal defeats San Francisco 6 3 Houston edges Chicago 4 3 St Louis routs Atlanta 13 4.
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Brewers and Cards Post Victories
Baseball highlights show George Scott Ill warming up for father son day at Fenway as Brewers, Royals, Angels, and Orioles win key games. Patek of Kansas City drives in runs with stolen bases and double plays, while Piniella, Hopkins, and Oliver spark Royals. Messersmith and Duncan headline stellar pitching and hitting, with Oakland, Baltimore, and Cleveland delivering decisive wins. Final standings noted after Church League results.
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Solunar Tables Schedule From Knight’s Tables
The schedule of Solunar Periods printed below is taken from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan your days to fish in favorable periods or hunt in good cover during the se orage, aiming to catch the best sport each day offers.
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