Purple Gang needs leader
The Minnesota Vikings seek a No 1 quarterback against the Oakland Raiders in Berkeley with Tarkenton and Berry trading starts. Lamonica Stabler and Milan share Raider duties as Blanda remains a kicker. Weekend NFL slate features Oilers Cowboys Lions Bengals Dolphins Rams and more with key injuries and veteran lineups.
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Associated Press
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Berkeley
Calif
Oakland Raiders
Francis Tarkenton
Bob Berry
Purple Gang
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Fred Cox
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Daryle Lamonica
Los Angeles
Bob Moore
Lamonica
Ken Stabler
Don Milan
George Blanda
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Dan Pastorini
Fred Willis
Oilers
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Bob Newhouse
Dallas
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Lions
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Americans seek revenge as world games final looms
The United States and Russia meet in the World University Games final with undefeated records. Tom Burleson notes past Munich heartbreak and aims for victory as Ed Badger’s team faces a tougher path, while U.S. swimmers surge, edging Russia by 2.2 seconds in a close event. David Johnson wins the 100m backstroke in 59.9 seconds.
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Geoffrey Miller
Associated Press
Moscow
U.S
Tom Burleson
North Carolina State
Munich
Burleson
Ed Badger
Brazil
David Johnson
San Diego
Cubs Stop Brewers In Marathon Texas League Tilt
The Midland Cubs edged the San Antonio Brewers 3-2 in 16 innings to prevent a Brewers clinch of the Texas League West title. Ron Dunn belted his 15th homer with two outs in the 16th to provide the winning margin as Midland totaled 3 runs on eight hits while San Antonio had 14.
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Associated Press
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San Antonio Brewers
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Brewers
Ron Dunn
Brewery
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Memphis
Blues
Shreveport Captains
U S Men Beat Soviet Union For Gold In Moscow
The United States men’s basketball team defeated the Soviet Union 75 to 67 in Moscow to win the gold medal. Starters led by their top players in a decisive title game, sealing U S supremacy in the tournament.
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Brazil
Moscow
U.S
Soviet Union
Duck season remains split in Arkansas
Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner Lloyd McCollum said the commission is unlikely to change the split duck season despite opposition from the American Duck Hunters Association. Board member Charles Dudley had warned of a strong opposition, but McCollum called the split a compromise to let more residents hunt. He noted ducks are migrating later from eastern to western Arkansas.
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Ark
Lloyd McCollum
Game and Fish
American Duck Hunters Association
Charles Dudley
Association
McCollum
Bobcats Ready for Red and White Scrimmage at Hammons Stadium
After two weeks of two a days the Bobcats prepare for their annual Red and White scrimmage at 8 PM in Hammons Stadium. Coaches and fans will judge players under game pressure as they vie for starting positions ahead of the season opener against the Ashdown Panthers.
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Hammons Stadium
James Robinson
Robinson
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Cats
Ashdown Panthers
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Soviets Use Press to Sell World University Games Image
Moscow banners tout a sports paradise as the Soviet press whitewashes incidents at the World University Games. Reporters note heckling of Israeli athletes, visa refusals for Israeli journalists, and harassment of Soviet Jews, while security, bureaucracy, and poor communications draw criticism from visitors. The U S delegation protests a Cuban brawl and light discipline by the technical committee.
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Moscow
U.S
Parker practice just routine for Razorbacks in cool day
Fayetteville Arkansas AP The Arkansas Razorbacks finished the conditioning segment of fall practices. A 80 degree noon, 70 degree 6 p.m. workout gave coach Frank Broyles credit for mild weather and a chance to reset. He noted coaches had pressed players hard the first three days and that some were confused but learning. He said progress comes after pushing beyond fatigue.
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Arkansas
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Robinson Discovers Winning Formula For Homers
Phillies slugger Bill Robinson finally finds a calm approach at the plate and belts two homers plus three RBIs to power a 6-3 win over the Padres. Other NL results include the Dodgers over the Mets 5-4 and the Cubs edging the Reds 4-3. California beat Milwaukee 6-3 in the AL. In Little League, Taiwan City and Tucson reach the final after consecutive no hitters and one hitters.
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Associated Press
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Taiwan
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Fla
Kuo Werrli
Ed Vosberg
Birmingham
Mich
Match Play set to test Nicklaus and Weiskopf for POY
Pro golfer of the year honors could hinge on a Nicklaus-Weiskopf finals duel at the U S Professional Match Play Championship in Raleigh. The event features 150000 in prizes, with 40000 to the winner, paired with the 100000 L M Open. Nicklaus defends as top seed. Weiskopf’s surge this summer reshaped the title race and both seek major wins this season.
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N.C
Professional Golfers Association
Jack Nicklaus
Tom Weiskopf
U.S
Micklests
PGA
MacGregor Downs Country Club
Nicklaus
Johnny Miller
Tommy Aaron
Weiskopf
Lee Treving
Leorge Archer
Cher Jones
Jerry Heard
Tho Ves
S&m
Bobby Jones
Hope 7 East w L Pet G B St Louis 64 62
Standings show Hope 7 leading with East with 64 62 records and Pittsburgh 61 62 Chicago 61 65 Montreal 59 66 Philadelphia 59 67 New York 57 68. West Los Angeles leads 78 49, Cincinnati 76 53, San Francisco 70 55. Houston 66 63. Atlanta 61 68. San Diego 46 80. Thursday games Chicago 4 Cincinnati 3 in 10. Philadelphia 6 San Diego 3. Los Angeles 5 New York 4.
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Solunar Tables Schedule From Knight's Tables
Solunar Periods listed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES guide hunters and anglers to plan days. The schedule highlights optimal times to fish in favorable territory and hunt in strong cover for peak sport potential.
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Richard Alden Knight
NHL halts merger clash with WHA over underage signings
The NHL board of governors rejected merging with the WHA and vows to challenge the new league for top juniors. It will adjust policy to allow signing underage players if needed, aiming to preserve amateur hockey while countering WHA moves. Dennis Sobchuk of the Regina Pats joined Cincinnati for about 1 million, though he will remain in junior hockey this year. The Howe brothers and Tom Edur, all with junior eligibility, also moved to WHA clubs.
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National Hockey League
World Hockey Association
NHL Board of Governors
WHA
NHL
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Regina Pats
Western Canada Hockey League
Sobchuk
Cincinnati
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Marty
Forun
Marlboros
Houston Aeros
Tom Edur
Ontario Hockey Association
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